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Mashed potatoes are more festive in a martini glass…with custom toppings. Photo courtesy IdahoPotatoes.com. Yesterday we suggested a baked potato bar. Today, we’re adapting the idea to mashed potatoes—specifically, a Mashed Potato Martini. This could be the best mashed potato recipe: a fun and memorable way to serve guests. You dish out the mashed…
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Whether for family, buffet or other festivity, a baked potato bar is fun and delicious. For an impressive yet easy display, bake a batch of Idaho potatoes and set them out. Pick out some favorites from the list below, and allow guests to customize their own toppings. Baked Potato Bar Toppings Black or kidney beans…
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Oysters and bubbly are not just for New Year’s Eve. Oysters on the half shell are a favorite in Ireland. While they’re popular bar food with a beer, you can create a real celebration with sparkling wine. Whether with Champagne or the lighter and more affordable Cava and Prosecco sparklers, invite friends over to toast…
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Put it at the end of the buffet table! Photo courtesy Allen Brothers and Morton’s The Steakhouse. Last month we suggested entertaining with buffets. Here’s a follow-up to that tip, from chef Louis Eguarias: Set the buffet table with less expansive items first: breads, salads, sides. Keep the expensive meat and fish dishes at…
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Celebrate National Strawberry Ice Cream Day by tasting 4-6 different brands. Your favorite may surprise you. Photo courtesy Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board. Today is National Strawberry Ice Cream Day, a good excuse to have an ice cream tasting. Most of us keep buying Brand 1 out of habit; but perhaps we’d prefer Brand 2,…
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