It has been said that cocktail parties were birthed as a result of prohibition in the 1920’s when people turned from bars to in home entertaining and drinking gin straight from the bathtub.
Will your caterer "custom-make" your cake based on your individual preferences? Will you be choosing from pre-determined styles? Would you like fresh flowers or confectionery flowers adorning your cake? Important considerations for your cake.
From around the web, here's a few links to help you select this season's best wines for Thanksgiving.
Is it really possible to remove grape seeds from fermenting wine?
From Persian to Swiss and Chinese to seafood, the Bay Area's restaurants offer something for all tastes and occasions. San Francisco is a true "foodie" city and has wonderful options to offer in all price ranges - from hole in the wall to absolutely elegant.

Have trouble with knowing when your steaks are done - especially if you've got different cuts and different guest requests to keep track of? These mini steak thermometers will help you through your summer bbq's.
Steak Thermometers | $22 at Smith & Hawken