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entertaining check list Ice, ice bucket, ice tongs or scoop Glasses (water, wine, beer, mixed drinks,
soft drinks, coffee/tea) Coffee and tea bag assortment Wine, beer, chilled soft drinks Cream & Sugar Corkscrew and bottle opener Club Soda (for drinks and spot removal) Candles and matches Centerpiece Tablecloth and napkins Plates (appetizer, salad, dinner, dessert) Silverware (all courses, and
coffee/tea stirrers) Food picks Garbage Bags for clean-up Sterile work surfaces and utensils Refrigeration for perishables Tongs/serving utensils for foods
Spoons for dips to discourage “double dipping� Only set out 30 minutes worth of food at a time to keep cold foods cool, hot foods hot.