The Lives of the Party

The classic cocktail party is making a grand comeback. The format is traditional but flexible enough to allow any host or hostess to add his or her own personal style. A cocktail party usually takes place in the early evening, lasts two to three hours, is filled with lots of finger food, and offers a full range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. It’s a perfect and yet simple way to repay social obligations. Since people relax with drinks, it’s also the perfect opportunity to mix different groups of friends.