Tips

Wine and cheese pairings

Entertaining tips




giant bullet Prepare dips and marinated dishes the day before.
Slice and chop ingredients and store them in plastic bags in your refrigerator ahead of time; assemble them the day of the event.
Decorate the party area and set out non-perishables, including serving utensils and dishes, the night before.
giant bullet 2 bottles each of red and white wine per 6 guests
1 cup of non-alcoholic beverages per person/hour
1/2 cup of coffee per person
1/2 cup of tea per person
giant bullet Count on 4 to 5 per guest before an early meal, 5 to 7 before a late meal, and 8 to 9 if no meal is planned.
Make appetizers small enough to be eaten in one bite.
Serve appetizers and dips in interesting and unusual dishes, or vessels like hollowed cabbage, bread or watermelons.
Place appetizers in multiple locations. This encourages your guests to move around.
Serve cold foods such as vegetables, shrimp and cubed cheese in a ring of ice to maintain freshness.
giant bullet 3 to 5 pieces of sweets per person will satisfy everyone’s taste.
Serve a fruit and cheese platter along with pastries and desserts as a lighter and healthier option.

 

 

 

 

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