The Event Group Blog
Citrus Garnish
Place thinly sliced oranges, grapefruits or lemons in a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with sugar. Dry them in a 200 degree oven, flipping once, until crisp, about 6 hours. ...
Simple Dinner Idea–Baked Potatoes Your Way
It's almost dinner time, and you have nothing to prepare. At least you THINK you have nothing...Why not try baked potatoes with toppings. Chances are you have a wide variety of food items in your pantry or fridge that will make a perfect topping to a quick and easy...
Champagne–What to Buy?
We are often asked what type of champagne to buy for celebratory occasions. Here are four brands recommended by our favorite food publication--Bon Appetit: * Lanson NV "Black Label" Brut--Great as an aperitif. $35 * Chartogne-Taillet Cuvee Sainte-Anne Brut--a...
Lighten Up!
Try these great ideas for lightening up dressings and dippers--less calories and fat: Avocado--Place 1/2 ripe avocado, 1/2 cup buttermilk and 3 tablespoons of water in a blender; puree' until smooth. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill; season with salt and pepper....
Tips for Throwing a Baby Shower
It's that time of year when we get tons of calls for baby shower goodies. Here are some top tips for throwing the perfect baby shower: Personalize the Party. The guest of honor's personality and interests should be highlighted throughout the party. Does the...
Tis the Season…for Deviled Eggs!
It wouldn't be Easter or Spring in the South without deviled eggs. They have been a staple of our Easter lunches for as long as I can remember. This year, instead of your traditional recipe, try one of these great new ideas: Watercress-Horseradish. Stir 3/4...
How to Cut Herbs
Herbs are delicate and bruise easily. So take the gentle path when cutting your favorites. Gather a handful or mound of leaves on the cutting board. Using a sharp knife, slice through the herbs. Make just a few precise cuts. For larger leaf varieties like basil...
The Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks
Recently, we participated in the two-week in-house bridal event at the Botanical Gardens, located in Fayetteville, AR. We've catered and coordinated many events at this venue throughout the years, but we never tire of the different ways we can add a bit of elegance...
Salting Glass Rims
Did you know there is a correct way to salt the rim of a glass for margaritas? Too much salt can actually hurt the drink (and you wouldn't want that!). Here is the step-by-step process to follow: Fold a thin round of lime, then rub the fruit around the rim of the...
Pineapple No Bake Cheesecake
Serve this delicious dessert in individual containers for grab-and-go portability so that your guests are free to mix and mingle! For the Crust 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted For the Filling 1 (8...