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This post is full of goodies, so keep reading to the bottom. I have a wonderful Peppermint Martini, a guest post, appetizer ideas, and a giveaway. Trust me…I don’t think I could pack anymore goodness into this post, even if I wanted to.
This cocktail is super festive and fun, but be warned….it is strong. Too strong for you…add some extra simple syrup to tame it a bit. It makes a beautiful cocktail for all those holiday parties this time of year.
Speaking of parties, I was over at my local Whole Foods the other day and realized there are a TON of great options for easy AND CHEAP entertaining. I never would have put party and Whole Foods together in a sentence until last week. Now, I can’t wait for my first party of the season. Besides learning that I can order party platters, here are some of my great finds:
Whole Foods Organic Truffles, Truffled Walnuts, Mini Quiche Trio, Chicken Taquitos, and Potstickers….oh my goodness those taquitos are amazing and heat up in no time at all. Don’t forget they have a wonderful assortment of cheeses and paired with their Entertaining Assortment of Crackers and some nuts you’d have a beautiful cheese platter. No party is complete without some bubbly. I can’t wait to pop open the bottle of Presto Prosecco that I picked up or for a non-alcoholic party, they have tons of fixin’s for Italian Sodas.
They really do have everything you need for a great holiday party. Of course, don’t forget to pick up the ingredients for my two cocktails to really send your party over the top!
And if you need more cocktail inspiration check out my guest post today over at Cocktails with Mom. I’m featuring my Chocolate Covered Cherry Cocktail created after my favorite holiday treat!
You won’t want to miss that one!
Don’t break the bank hosting a holiday party or dinner party! Check out my tips for hosting a dinner party on a budget.
Disclaimer: Whole Foods AZ provided me with a selection of appetizers and compensation to facilitate my review. All opinions and recipes are my own.
The peppermint one is so pretty and sounds yummy.
Thanks for the contest.
I want to try the peppermint martini
That chocolate covered cherries cocktail looks really good. Too bad none of my family really drinks much so nobody would drink it even if I did make it when I had family over sometime.
My friends are going to love the chocolate cherry cocktail. I will be making these at my next party.
we will be having this at our Christmas party!
These drinks look yummy
The peppermint martini looks good and after viewing Whole Foods site I would love to make their recipe for eggnog pie for the holiday as well.
Those drinks look absolutely fab.
these look really neat and the pictures are so eye-catching!
i would love to try those recipes
The crushed candy cane around the rim looks awesome!!
I love the candy on the martini glass
I love to entertain and have found to do as much as i can the day before so i can enjoy the day too
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The martini looks great but I am not a fan of peppermint. I’d much rather try the chocolate one!
nancy’s crab cakes are good
Sweet martinis are definitely dangerous…they taste so good it’s easy to go overboard!
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I love nancy’s crab cakes as appetizers
I love mint flavor. Sounds yummy.
yum
Potluck meals! Fun way to entertain.
I think my husband would like it. He likes anything mint I dont
I love entertaining and I think I have the food part down pat. However, I seem to lack in the drinks department. Thanks for giving yummy fun suggestions that go beyond wine!
awesome drink recipes I love having people over for drinks!
Peppermint just seems to go with the holidays, I’m gonna have to try the Peppermint Martini.
It sounds so yummy.
this recipe sounds awesome
Can’t wait to try that recipe!
I need to find time to host a party now! I love peppermint and chocolate cherries <3 I am sure to make them both 🙂
Those drinks look delish!
I rarely drink but I think I might have to try that peppermint martini, looks delish!!!! I think I may become hooked
I am ready for a peppermint martini.
the peppermint martini looks yummy & very festive
The chocolate peppermint cookies look amazing !!
Peppermint…yummo!
always make sure you have enough food for entertaining
What a festive holiday drink. Cheers!
I’m not a drinker but that peppermint martini looks so pretty!
Looks so delicious! I would make it for the New Year party.
Very very festive
I love trying new food and drink recipes! The peppermint martini looks beautiful and tasty!! Thanks!
Those drinks look amazing and tasty.
I love peppermint during the holidays, definitely inspires me to try other peppermint stuff!
Too bad I dont drink, those look amazing! Guess I will have to try them out on my friends!
That looks delish and I’m making it this holiday season !
yum!
MMMM! Looks scrummy! 🙂