Party & Entertain on a Budget!
You want to WOW your guests? Right?
But you have very little money, but you want to give a WOW factor.. . . .remember
"ENTERTAINING IS EVERYTHING"
1. Prepare Affordable Meals
Entertaining on a budget doesn't mean you have to skip a wonderful meal. In fact, there are several meals that are very affordable and easy on your budget. Pasta dishes for example, are very affordable. You can add roasted vegetables, some chicken, and sauce to your pasta for very affordable and healthy meal. You can even prepare steak for your friends and still stay on budget. After all, steaks will only cost a fraction of the price when bought at the grocery store. If you need to stretch your budget a little further, cut up the steak and make chili or beef stew. If your guests are Vegetarians substitude Beef with Veggie Grillers Crumbles! Throw in a side salad! Entertaining on a budget is even more affordable if you ask your friends to bring the dessert.
2. Have a Movie Marathon/Oscar Night
Going to the movies is no longer an affordable way of entertaining. For people who want to entertain on a budget, a more affordable option would be to have a movie marathon at home. One of my favorite ways to have a movie marathon is to have a theme night. For example, you could watch award winning films and serve fancy finger foods & COCKTAILS like they would at a OSCAR/Hollywood Party. (Soiree' 365 Blog)
You can celebrate "Movie Night!" while having a "Oscar Party". This is a very affordable way of entertaining that your friends will really enjoy. Don't forget when entertaining give your guests a little thank you gift for coming to your PARTY!
Here are some Tasty! Theme TREAT! for your guests to enjoy at your "Movie Marathon" Party!
POPCORN CUPCAKES!
POPCORN BROWNIES!
Decorate your tablescape with a Candy Buffet inspired by all the Candy & Treats from the Movie Theater!
3. Have a Barbeque POTLUCK!
Barbeques are extremely easy on a budget. You can buy large packages of hamburger patties and hot dogs which are very affordable. You can even buy packages of chicken that would also be an affordable option. The side dishes that are typically served at a barbeque literally cost a few dollars to make. Ask friends to bring a side dish! Or bring the meat of their choice to put on the GRILL and you provide the TAKE OUT BOXES! When it comes to drinks, I suggest serving beverages like tea, lemonade, and other drinks that can be made in large batches. These drinks are easier on the budget. If your friends ask if they can bring anything, ask them to bring a dessert.
4. Have a Game Night
Game night is usually reserved for families, but why? Instead, why not gather up all your favorite games and share them with your friends. Entertaining this way is not only easy on your pocket, but it's also fun. I find that the best games to entertain with are trivia, interactive games. When entertaining this way, I suggest serving either pizza or appetizers or TACOS!. A great idea . . .make the Pizza yourself and have a variety of Toppings for Meat LOVERS & your Vegetarian Freinds! Another great option have everyone chip in $5 each and order those $5 Special Pizza DEALS!
Always Remember to give a parting GIFT! A party favor or Gift Bag! to end the NIGHT with a BANG! Your Guests will appreciate you at being a FABULOUS HOST!
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