Holiday Party: Signature Drink - Christmas Martini

Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year. I love to play Christmas tunes every chance I get. And who can say no to the many yummy cookies and seasonal treats? I feel giddy at heart like a kid again at the very sight of Christmas lights or a tree. But most of all, I love spending time with friends and family celebrating the season during the holiday parties.

If you are hosting a holiday party or getting married, a fun detail to include would be a signature drink. One of my favorites is the Christmas Martini.

Recipe:

1 oz Dry Gin
1 1/2 oz Peppermint Schnapps
1/2 oz Water
1 Stick Peppermint Candy

Strain gin and peppermint schnapps into martini glass. Add peppermint stick.

Happy Holiday to you and yours!

Samantha Darr

Holiday Party Idea: Entertainment That's Show Stopping

With the holidays quickly approaching, you may find yourself in the beginning to think about this year's holiday party. One of the most important parts of the evening ........besides the food and drinks will be entertainment. If you are seeking something different that will make your party truly memorable, consider a dinner mystery. You can host the event at the location of your choice with the option of having 10 of your guests are playing interactive roles whiles your other guests try and solve the mystery. One of our favorite companies is Celebrity Mystery Theater. The have a full cast of celebrity impersonators that makes for an even more entertaining evening.

For more holiday ideas and planning services, contact as dates are quickly filling up. Let us plan the spectacular party for you.

Blissfully Inspired,

Samantha Darr

Owner/Lead Planner

Get Inspired

As an event planner there are times when I become inspired by a painting or a cutely decorated garden to design something new and exquisite. Today I was inspired by a venue in Downtown Houston.

With ceilings stretching up to the sky and richly textured columns The Corinthian
made my eyes widen and sparkle with ideas. I immediately envisioned a couture fashion show highlighting New York’s finest designers. The back drop of the venue had two gorgeous staircases that landed on a marble stage that could easily extend out into a glamorously chic long celebrity runway. With ceilings studded with jewel encased chandeliers and infinitely beautiful qualities it could easily seat 600 of Houston’s finest fashionistas.

With a designer’s eye, like my own, I would drape the ceiling with gorgeous sheer fabric reaching from wall to wall. Colored accent lighting would reflect against the columns to accentuate the architecture. To boost the central focus of the show where the models enter the runway there would be a backdrop framed by angelic fabrics and soft glowing lights. On either side of the runway entrance we would have large hanging crystals. Underneath these crystals will be lighting that will shift from
one heavenly color to another upon each introduction of a new designer. This light will run through the crystals creating a magical reflection uncharacteristic to any fashion show. The runway would be lined by angelic feathers shaped into flowers with Swarovski Crystal centers. Crystals would dangle down from the second floor to match the crystal candelabras placed throughout the venue. With the fabulous soiréebliss! Team we would easily transform this classical venue into the chicest of chic runway show.


Always Inspired,

Vanessa Sinatora
Associate Planner