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Oscar Viewing Party! VIEWING PARTY BASICS
1. Make sure your television is in good working order. If you have a DVR, program it to record the pre-show red carpet events and awards show. Now you and your guests can watch at your leisure throughout the evening. 2. Focus on your “viewing area”. Create a comfortable viewing area in which all seats allow
on backs of sofas and chairs for guests to snuggle as the evening goes on. 3. Have cocktails and appetizers ready to serve guests when they arrive. 4. Welcome guests with a signature cocktail, followed by buffet style “easy to eat” fare. Tell guests to make themselves comfortable and help themselves to additional beverages and food throughout the evening.
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Welcome guests with a signature cocktail, our pick is a California Margarita (a nod to where Oscar lives), and something to nibble on, Shrimp Shots and Fresh Guacamole with Tortilla Chips and Crudité. Follow this up with the main feature, Vegetable Quesadillas. Pace yourself and your guests with the menu so everyone has time to eat leisurely throughout the 3+ hour show. As the show continues, award guests “Red Carpet” Red Velvet Cupcakes. And for the finale, finish off with popcorn, a staple for any viewing party!
SIGNATURE COCKTAIL California Margarita Ingredients ❑ 2 oz. simple syrup ❑ 2 oz. fresh lime juice ❑ 3 oz. gold tequila ❑ 2 oz. orange juice
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for a good view of the televised event. Bring in extra chairs, stools, ottomans, beanbag chairs, and oversized pillows for additional seating. One of the greatest treats growing up was eating in front of the television; so indulge your guests and make it easy for them to dine by offering surfaces and coasters for guests to rest glasses and plates while viewing. Place cozy blankets