Party Planning

Get those drinks out and about, but at a steady pace. One drink an hour is usually the rule of thumb, to keep the proceedings sane but fun!

Meet the liquids with some substantial solids. Organize more food at the party than drinks. With more food in their stomach your guests will be able to hold their drinks much better.

No, we don’t mean the different types of alcohol. This is more about providing a mix of alcohols and non-alcoholic beverages. You never know who’s on medication or has just vowed off drinks recently!

When you see a glass half-empty, you need to remember it’s really half-full! It’s better to wait until it’s fully empty before you fill it again, just so your guests can keep track of how much they are drinking.

Close the bar about an hour before the party teeters to a close. This will not only give your guests enough time to sober up before the drive home, but also your bartender the chance to put his feet up and enjoy the party too.

Don’t allow guests who are intoxicated drive home. You can probably call them a cab, pile them on with other sober souls or simply let them sleep over at your place.

When it comes to drinking, you need to make sure your feet are on the ground! Most people follow the rule of one drink per hour, but you need to know your own levels of tolerance.

You never pass up on good food! Eat enough, so you don’t start snoring on the couch too soon and miss all the fun.

Make good things last! Enjoy every drink, smelling and tasting the various flavors. It not only makes you look sophisticated but also gives you lesser time to refill your glass.

Don’t know how to pronounce that wine? How to hold the glass? Or what to eat with your drink? Learn more about wining and dining , so you can talk and drink like you really know what you’re doing.

There may be cases where a ‘no’ is actually ‘yes’, but when it comes to drinking, whether it’s you who’s approaching your limit or a friend who does not want to drink, don’t try to force it.

This can’t be repeated enough. Never drink and drive. If you’ve had one too many, you can ask to be dropped home or call a cab.