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WEEKEND ENTERTAINING
  • Tapas Party -
  • Episode WKE-203

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    Guests enjoy the variety of delicious food at this Weekend Entertaining Tapas party!

    In this episode host Jeanne Benedict assists Jill and her friend Lisa in throwing a fun Tapas party. For decorations they create beautiful candleholders out of clear hurricane glasses and pretty layers of colored salt. Jeanne and Lisa create punched tin lanterns that will liven up the outdoor party space. In the kitchen Jill and Jeanne whip up some amazing tapas for guests. They include Polenta Coins, Rosemary Scallops and four types of skewers. Just before the party rain moves in so the party is moved inside. Rented tables and chairs topped with brightly colored tablecloths fit perfectly in Jill's large living room. Guests dined on the bite-size food that was positioned throughout the party space.

    Projects: Invitations/Salt Seascape Candleholders/Rustic Handmade Lanterns/Food Preparation/Extra Tips and Recipes (Web Exclusive)

    This party is rated 3 on a scale of to 5, with 5 being the most difficult, and is geared toward the skills of a frequent entertainer.

    Hourly Breakdown

    Total Prep Time -- 12 hours
    Invitations -- 1 hour to make 20
    Salt Seascape Candleholders -- 1 hour
    Rustic Handmade Lanterns -- 5 hours to make 5
    Food Preparation -- 4 hours
    Setup -- 1 hour

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