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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNER MEL FROM BEVERLY HILLS, CA. THANKS FOR ALL YOUR COMMENTS!
I think Garth and Wayne (of Wayne’s World) said it best with their signature catchphrase: “Party time, excellent!!!” Despite the seasonal heat (or maybe because of it!) there are always plenty to of reasons to throw a summer party. Are you hosting a pool party? A luau? Perhaps a jazzy twinkle-lit summer soirée or a raucous block party? Whether the occasion you’re celebrating is big or small, you’re sure to throw a fabulous fête with some of our favorite party picks!
Enter a comment on this post by August 9th telling us about the snacks you like to have at parties and you’ll be entered in our Party Picks Basket giveaway. One winner will be selected at random to receive our Party Picks Basket, a $100 value, plus a $50 gift card for you to grab wine, ice cream or cheese and fruit for an easy party-pleasing tray.
Here’s what you’ll find in the basket:
- 365 Everyday Value® Organic Balsamic Vinegar
- Marcona Almonds
- Raincoast Crisps (Rosemary Raisin Pecan Crackers)
- Water Wheel Fine Wafer Crackers
- Silver Star Tex-Mex Salsa (Flame Roasted Medium)
- Divina Pitted Kalamata Olives
- 365 Everyday Value® Organic Jumbo Green Olives
- Vineyard Pantry Cabernet Roasted Garlic Mustard
- 365 Everyday Value® Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cold Pressed
- 4 Piece Cheese Knife Set
- Pretzel Crisps Classic
- Back to Nature Tuscan Herb Roasted Nut Mix
- Texas Mesquite Cutting Board
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We love our black bean and corn homemade salsa with chips, and of course fresh fruit with cream cheese dip.
08/07/2011 10:57:17 AM CDT
I love to make sure that everyone is happy, so I always Ask my guests what they like. But my favorite go-to party food is savory chicken bites. My family always asks for it as well as my spinach dip. Serve both with veggies and crackers or Melba toast and party away!!!
07/26/2011 1:42:04 AM CDT
I love to throw parties and use your nice selections of aperitif. The selection that I would make would make it a combo of vegetarian and organic fish dishes. All kinds of nuts, hummus (red chili of course) pita, some lesley stowe crips. The entree: Salmon in Champagne. Sounds labor intense but when you entertain, it is worth it.
07/25/2011 10:53:49 PM CDT
Anything sweet is always my go too! But, when I don't have time to bake I make a quick fruit salsa and bring cinnamon pita chips!
07/25/2011 12:02:50 PM CDT
I love serving different types of cheese, crackers, sliced baguettes, and other dips that pair well. That's my favorite kind of party. :)
07/25/2011 12:02:40 PM CDT
We like to do themed food parties....it makes it more fun, then we add music and a cocktail that fit the theme as well.
07/25/2011 12:02:48 PM CDT
I like to serve cantaloupe with thinly sliced ham wrapped around it and secured with a toothpick. We also enjoy crackers with a variety of cheeses.
07/26/2011 11:53:15 PM CDT
Large salad with seasonal vegies with tahini lemon dressing.
07/27/2011 10:27:20 PM CDT
Yea!! Great way to celebrate summer!! Thanks!!!
07/25/2011 8:24:18 PM CDT
365 Everyday Value sesame crackers with salmon/cream cheese/caper dip. It works for any meal! Mmmmm...
07/25/2011 9:02:15 PM CDT
I like to have grapes and wine or strawberries and wine, with cheese and crackers (all gourmet of course)
07/25/2011 7:28:41 PM CDT
I am in with the macron almonds, addictive!
07/25/2011 5:42:16 PM CDT
Organic white corn tortilla chips and WF guac to start with some fresh turkey burgers and melon salad to follow. Makes mouths happy!
07/25/2011 7:22:03 PM CDT
I loVe Whole Foods! I am there all the time and if I win I would be so happy and do a nice video about the wonderful yummy items! XOXOXO
07/25/2011 9:02:17 PM CDT
Cheese board and wine, the go to in my circle...always enjoyed though as a treat!
07/25/2011 7:45:11 PM CDT
I cannot have a party without bruschetta on toasted rounds, as well as fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and malt vinegar. Otherwise, I will hear it from my spoiled guests!
07/25/2011 9:02:38 PM CDT
I love the WFM catering carmelized onion tartlett thingies. YUM!
07/25/2011 9:02:39 PM CDT
Mmmm yum yum ;-)
07/26/2011 12:44:41 AM CDT
Our go-to snack is spinach and artichoke dip, which quickly becomes a meal. Delicious!
07/25/2011 11:11:03 PM CDT
I really love spinach pinwheels - made with Neufchatel cream cheese. They always seem to disappear quickly!
07/25/2011 11:48:13 PM CDT
Blue corn tortilla chips, guacamole, and hummus(sun dried tomato variety) - I also love making fresh Bruschetta!
07/25/2011 11:52:10 PM CDT
The best treats I've ever brought to a party were these homemade sweet potatoe samosas accompanied with curried apple sauce! It was a WF recipe from the app and the first time I made homemade apple sauce or samosas and they were a hit!! I definitely received props from my dish and shared the recipe and app with everyone there!!
07/26/2011 1:59:49 AM CDT
Homemade hummus with a RIDICULOUS amount of garlic and toasted pita chips! Good old guacamole. Bruschetta. Baked brie with toasted pecans & brown sugar, served with fruit.
07/28/2011 3:45:16 PM CDT
I LOVE spinach dip in a bread bowl, with pieces of bread for dipping - very addicting!
07/28/2011 4:50:32 AM CDT
Caprese salad, Hummus and pita chips, fresh, seasonal fruit, kalamata olives and an assortment of cheeses, chips and salsa, and fresh veggies
07/28/2011 4:56:06 AM CDT