Tips For Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner
(CBS) -- Celeb party planner and owner A Perfect Event, Debi Lilly, is here is show us what's trending in décor, food and drink for this year's Thanksgiving table.
Table:
This entire table setting can be easily made with help from Sur La Table on 900 North Michigan Avenue – one-stop-shop for all your cooking and entertaining needs. I highly recommend dressing the table in different metallics – from the décor to the place setting and silverware. You can also pick up parchment paper for place cards, simply calligraphy names directly on the paper.
1. The Specialty Cocktail (pre-dinner): Holiday Pear Nectar with Roca Patron Reposado
The Roca Patron Reposado is aged at least 5 months in American Bourbon barrels and uses 100% tahona method – a 2 ton volcanic rock crushes the agave to create its rich flavor. Perfect to serve at special occasions! ($79)
§ 1 ½ oz Roca Patron Reposado
§ 3oz fresh pear nectar
§ Half a fresh lemon, juiced and strained
§ Touch of honey
§ Dash of nutmeg and whole cinnamon stick to garnish
2. The Wine (dinner):
White:
Pacific Rim Riesling – Riesling complements and balances the different flavors of a Thanksgiving feast. Pacific Rim from Washington State is a great choice with its 3 varieties: Dry, Off-Dry and Sweet – something to satisfy all your guests' tastes. ($10 each)
Red:
Centine (Chen-Ti-Nay ) – This Tuscan wine pairs well with turkey, particularly the dark meat, and if you have a rich sausage stuffing. ($12)
3. The Scotch (after-dinner drink):
The Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Years Old – This is for your special guests. Aged for a minimum of 18 years in 100% sherry oak casks from Spain. Delicious notes of ginger, cinnamon, dried fruits and nuttiness with a touch of wood smoke. ($149.99)
Food/Dessert:
Right from the grocery, add dried fruit crisps to your favorite desserts like a Nutella spread, cupcakes and ice cream. These are the perfect kitchen recipes for the kids to jump in and help you prep and assemble, creating fun family traditions.