From bespoke cocktails to table decorations, here's everything you need to throw an unforgettable holiday soirée
- From festive cocktails and tasty treats to chic decorations, this is everything you need for a festive night to remember
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Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a full-blown festive blowout, throwing a great Christmas or New Year's Eve party is all about the details.
From custom cocktails to set the mood, crowd-pleasing buffet food to stylish decorations, there is lots to consider when planning your soirée.
Luckily for you, we've done the hard work and rounded up everything you need to make hosting as stress-free as possible, giving you less time worrying about hosting and more time entertaining friends and family.
Throw an unforgettable festive party this holiday season
Craft this delicious Christmas punch
This boozy festive punch is the ideal party cocktail to make en masse for your party guests. All you need is some gin, prosecco, cloudy apple juice, ice, stem ginger, rosemary and a clementine.
Concoct this tasty alcohol-free festive punch
Every Christmas party needs an alcohol-free option, and this one is sure to impress - you can even make a double batch and make it alcoholic by simply adding some white, dark or spiced rum, vodka or gin.
Simply mix pears, lemons, caster sugar, mixed spice, white grape juice, ginger ale, sparkling water, pomegranate seeds and rosemary.
A crowd-pleasing case of wine is a Christmas party essential
This case of mixed wine is sure to make any Christmas party one to remember. With a mix of fizz, white, red wines, there's sure to be something in the case that everyone will enjoy, no matter their taste.
Indulge in some tasty party food
What's a holiday party without a fabulous spread? Include festive treats like pigs in blankets, a selection of meats, and indulgent desserts to keep your guests happy (and their bellies full!).
Set the scene with these merry decorations
Every holiday party needs the right decorations to help set the scene. These festive decorations add colour, sparkle and just the right amount of seasonal cheer for a Christmas or New Year's Eve event.
Bring the fun with these party games and activities
From laugh-out-loud family card games to a traditional Christmas quiz to a festive-themed murder mystery, these party games and activities are sure to keep all your guests entertained.
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