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Consider this old tale: "Whatever you're doing the last day of the old year sets a precedent for the New Year:
If you're relaxed, gracious, organized and pull off the party of all parties on Dec. 31, you'll be basking in that accomplishment all year long.See the full content of this document
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Bid Adieu to 2010 with Sophisticated Party Fare
"New Years Eve can go off like clockwork," says Colin Cowie, party planner extraordinaire and author of "Entertaining with Colin Cowie," (Harper/Collins).
The simple answer to New Year's Eve jitters is punctilious planning -- preparing food in advance and having an impeccable checklist with every detail included."Since we have the most fun at the parties we throw," Cowie says, "it's a joy to host a gorgeous New Year's Eve buffet, and, as a bonus, be a guest at our own party."Successful entertaining is about creating an atmosphere conducive to gaiety which includes spectacular cocktails, great music and incredible food."Presentation is everything. Cover the table with elegant, warm- colored cloths in hues of gold, magenta and burnt orange. Display the cheese on an aged oak cutti...See the full content of this document
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