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March 2009
Greetings!
I can't believe that another month has gone by - and it's March already! Here in Kansas City we have had a few glorious days, here and there, teasing us with the promise of springtime days to come... As I said last month, the best way to put a little sunshine into any day - is through a "random act of kindness". A great big THANK YOU to those of you who participated in my little challenge last month.**
To be honest with you, I am still hoping to hear more of your stories. It will NEVER be too late to share your "pay it forward" stories!! I have chosen one to share one with you now, because it was the first one that I recieved.
"Hi Cathy -
Hey wanted to let you know that I took your "pay it forward" challenge seriously and this is what I did:
My husband, my boys and I went to breakfast last week. In came a couple of police officers who sat down for breakfast (apparently regulars). As we checked out - I gave the cashier an extra $20 for theirs!
It was a great feeling and I hope we made their day a little brighter!
Cheers & enjoy your day!
Angela Abshere"
Thanks, Angela - and a little goodie is coming your way from Creations to thank you for "paying it forward"!!
Cheers!!
Cathy
** If you missed last month's newsletter, you can "catch up" by linking to the "Newsletter Archives" on my website -
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Hors d'oeuvres -
light?? or spicy??
Some hosts maintain that hors d'oeuvres should be light and delicate, so guests can save room for the meal to come. Others say they should be salty, spicy, and rich - to stimulate the appetite. The truth is that hors d'oeuvres can be either - or both. It's entirely up to you.
(From "The Little Black Book of Hors D'oeurves" - $9.95)
** Scroll to the bottom of the page for a great deal on ALL of the "Little Black Books" |
Emerald Isle Cocktail
2 1/2 oz. Gin
1/2 oz. Green Creme de Menthe
3 dashes Angostura Bitters
Green Maraschino Cherry
Add the gin, creme de menthe, and bitters in a shaker filled with ice and stir. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with the green cherry. |
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Trendz
151 & Nall
GRAND OPENING
Scheduled for Monday, March 30
(Details to follow!!) |
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Go green,
or go home...
Ole`
Whether you are toasting a spring break in Mexico, feelin' the luck O'the Irish, or just trying to do your part to "Go Green"...
These margarita glasses are just the ticket! Ole` (set of 4) $46
See the website for details
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Kiwi Dream (Beautiful green color!!)
(Serves 2)
2/3 cup milk
juice of 2 limes
2 kiwis, peeled and chopped
1 T. sugar
1 cup vanilla ice cream
kiwi slices & lime peel strips to garnish
Process the milk and lime juice in a food processor gently until combined. Add the kiwis, sugar, and ice cream and process until smooth. Pour into iced glasses and dress with slices of kiwi and strips of lime peel.
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ATTENTION! |
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Please note that I will be out of town from
3/14 - 3/21
Any orders placed that week
will be processed upon my return.
THANKS!! |
| Question:
Which word is mispelled-parallel,embarrass, assassin? (see below) Thought of the day:
"Why do they lock gas station bathrooms? Are they afraid somebody will clean them?"
- George Carlin
Who knew...
The first couple to be shown in bed together on prime time television were Fred and Wilma Flinstone. Answer:
Actually; "mispelled" was misspelled! | |
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| Casual Entertaining
From impromptu parties to seious tastings, a wine and cheese party is a simple, casual way to entertain - without a lot of preparation. Stock a serving station with plenty of glasses, linens and small plates, and let guests serve themselves in style. |
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| Buying Guide
No party host wants to run out of libations. But in this economy - We don't want to overbuy either! The following information will help you figure out how much alcohol to have on hand, though much will depend on whether your guests are "sippers" or "chuggers"!
WINE:
- A 750 ml bottle has about 5 servings.
LIQUOR-BASED DRINKS:
- A 750 ml bottle will make about 16 cocktails.
- A liter bottle will make about 22 cocktails.
- A 1.5 liter bottle will make about 39 cocktails. |
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| Dates on wine bottles
Q: Is the date on the front of the bottle the year the grapes were picked or the year it was put in the bottle?
A: The date on the front of the bottle, or the "vintage" is the year the grapes were picked. After picking and fermentation,
wines can spend up to two years aging before they are bottled. |
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| APOLOGIES! |
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I apologize about any confusion over sending duplicate newsletters last month. There were problems with some mixed -up fonts on the original newsletter. The necessary
corrections
were made, and the newsletter was resent. Sorry for any confusion!
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