Gather Your Friends For A Fiesta To Remember

Gather Your Friends For A Fiesta To Remember

Summary: Getting together with friends and family is always fun, but adding a fresh twist and some unexpected entertaining flair turns a typical night into an unforgetable celebration.

Gather Your Friends For A Fiesta To Remember

Article Body: Getting together with friends and family is always fun, but adding a fresh twist and some unexpected entertaining flair turns a typical night into an unforgettable celebration. So break out that sombrero and create your own exotic holiday escape in the comfort of your own backyard. Here are easy-to-follow tips for creating a fiesta to remember:

. Show off your creative knack by sending handwritten invitations in bright-colored stationery and envelopes.

. Arrange a variety of chilies and cacti plants neatly around your main table for a south-of-the-border-inspired centerpiece.

. Transform your pad into a festive getaway by stringing red and green chili pepper lights, using papier-mch lanterns and placing colorful candles in every corner.

. Customize CDs with salsa and merengue beats to create an authentic Latin vibe. Preparing music beforehand means less time at the stereo and more quality time with your guests.

. Impress your friends with a colorful fruit salsa inspired by the tropics, such as Mango & Pineapple Salsa. To prepare: Peel and dice fresh mangos and pineapple. Toss with chopped onion, - minced garlic cloves, a few chopped peppers of your choice and a handful of finely chopped fresh cilantro. Add salt to taste and serve with blue corn tortilla chips.

. Save time and minimize cleanup by serving finger foods that don't require utensils or plates, such as chips & guacamole, miniquesadillas and crispy flautas (corn tortilla rolled tightly around a filling).

. Pair the fun finger foods with chilled Frutzia Tropical Blend and Passion Blend, two new, fruit-flavored wine beverages that are also great low-alcohol options.

. Add a grown-up spin to the piata by stuffing it with gift certificates to local nail salons or a nearby shopping mall.

. Indulge guests with arroz con leche (Mexican rice pudding), an authentic dessert that adds the perfect amount of sweetness to any festivity.

. Send your guests off with a set of maracas (handheld musical shakers) so they can re-create their own fiesta.

A fiesta theme is a fantastic way to add zest to your ordinary gathering. So even if you can't get to the Mexican Riviera this year, these tips, mixed with a great imagination and a close group of friends, will ensure an amazing time for you and your guests.