...Ok, maybe not an actual red carpet, but a really cool piece of red fabric going down your front steps, or off your front door for your guests to arrive in style, now we’re talking! There are many great ways to watch the Oscars. A big fancy gala. A casual couch hang. A delicious dinner party. A themed appetizer bash. There is no “one” way to watch the Oscars. And this is why its so much fun!
Check out our ideas, tips and suggestions to make your Oscar Party just the way you like it.
THE FOOD
Best Picture Menu:
*Dish ideas to get you started...
Black Prawn Cocktail
cold jumbo shrimp served with blackened tartar sauce
Winters Boneless Buffalo Wings
served with creamy bleu cheese dressing
Jessie Eisenburgers
sliders with caramelized onions and gruyere
The Fritter
fried corn fritters served with a chipotle cream
127 Layer Dip
antipasti layered dip with pesto, mozzarella, tomatoes, etc.
The Kids Are All Right Mac n’ Cheese
four cheese mac n’ cheees with a panko crust – just for the kids!
True Grits
white cheddar cheese grits with smoked ancho chile
The Kings Peach Martini
absolute peach, soda, fresh mint, splash of pineapple
Toy Story 3 Tiramisu
mini homemade tiramisu
Inception Ice Cream Float
cherry coke with vanilla bean ice cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar
(Don’t forget the Popcorn!)
Delish Ideas For Your Kernels:
Truffle Parmesan
with hot butter, truffle salt and finely grated parmesan
Spicy Garlic
with butter, cayenne pepper and garlic salt
Kettle Corn
with salt and sugar
Salted Caramel
with melted caramel and sea salt
The Perfect Oscar Cookie
See below link for step by step instructions:
http://www.bakerella.com/and-the-winner-is…/
SEATING IS KEY
Make sure there is enough room for every guest to have a seat
- If you have extra chairs you can pull them out and put a fun pillow on top
- A couple cement bricks (from Home Depot) placed under your couch, can instantly create
“Stadium Seating” - Ground pillows (bought for cheap at Cost Plus or Ikea) can be great on the ground for comfortable seating
BALLOTS
Everyone likes a little competition to keep it interesting!
Download the following PDF –
http://a.oscar.go.com/media/2011/pdf/oscar_ballot_2011.pdf
*Print on cardstock and provide fun decorated pens to fill out during the red carpet pre show.
ATTIRE
If you’re feeling fancy, ask everyone to come dressed up and bring out the posh Champagne classes.
Low key is also a great way to go. Comfy clothes, mason jar cocktails, and lots of popcorn!
INVITATIONS
Paperless Post has a great selection of online invitations!
You can also get very creative and send out “Admit One” tickets in the mail or make up your own movie ticket to present upon arrival.
May the best picture win!