Having a cocktail party this December? It’s time to raise the bar. Get drinks-party ready with these simple additions …
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Planning a Christmas cocktail soirée? We’ve put together a few extras that will make it a very special get-together … Stock up on pretty candles, they really set the scene. This year, it’s all about natural beeswax dinner candles in pale neutrals sprinkled on any safe surface. You’ll need single candlestick holders too. Small cocktail napkins are always a must, Ikea have a good selection available in bulk. You’ll need cocktail glasses, if you don’t have any you could rent (check out www.signaturerentals.ie and www.caterhire.ie). For great XL serving platters, look no further than your local TK Maxx, Homesense, or even charity shop: they really will add the wow factor. A cool metallic tray on a sideboard is a great way to display your favourite tipple and glassware. Create a good playlist and you’re good to go …
Jacques acrylic and brass drinks tray, Jonathan Adler, £425, at Harrods; www.harrods.com
Bar measurement, Swedish Tonic, €17, at Arnotts; www.arnotts.ie.
Green stemmed glass goblet, €2 each to hire, at Signature Rentals; www.signaturerentals.ie.
Beige and black Hajmal paper cocktail napkin 24×24 cm, €1 for 30, at Ikea; www.ikea.com.
La Gazelle D’Or porcelain platter, €165, Richard Gnori 1735, at Brown Thomas; www.brownthomas.com.
Silver-toned metal coaster, €300 for two, at Gucci; www.gucci.com.
Silver Deco mirrored round tray, €54, at Marks & Spencer; www.marksandspencer.com.
Silver Lydford wine bucket, €155, at Neptune; www.neptune.com.
