From elegant hors d'oeuvres to fanciful table settings, here are some decor, catering, and entertainment ideas for hosting a holiday party in a more traditional setting.
This story appeared in BizBash's Fall 2019 issue.
Dine in Santa's Suite at the Fairmont Banff Springs in Banff National Park, where you can enjoy a five-course family-style dinner. Available from December 18 to 24, the suite can accommodate eight to 12 guests, with pricing starting at $2,600.
Photo: Courtesy of Fairmont Banff Springs
Toronto-based Candice & Alison Events Group recently launched Shattered Glass ($39.95), a dry brut-style sparkling wine that’s a more affordable alternative to Champagne. Plus, the bottle is already dressed to party with a swingy ombré fringe.
Photo: Tony Lanz Photo
Guests can indulge with Chicago-based Limelight Catering’s Golden Egg with cauliflower and black truffle chawanmushi (an egg custard), crab, and caviar, garnished with chives.
Photo: Courtesy of Limelight Catering
“We suggest using equal parts shine, sparkle, and velvet to create a table that is radiant and inviting this holiday season,” says Christine Traulich, founder and creative director of RedBliss Design (Pictured: menus, name plates, and chargers by RedBliss.)
Photo: Courtesy of RedBliss Design
"Make sure you have good music with a great DJ or band. Set up the entertainment in the focal point of the room," says Jana Rosenkrantz, director of sales and marketing at Major Food Events. (Pictured: DJ Celeste spins atop the pool at the Pool in New York.)
Photo: Courtesy of Major Food Group
This decadent blini trio from Limelight includes the petite hors d'oeuvres topped with beet, crème fraîche, trout roe, and dill; watercress, oyster mayonnaise, and caviar; and smoked sturgeon, sauce gribiche, and chervil.
Photo: Courtesy of Limelight Catering
“Use a metallic hard-finish charger that sits on the table all night, even after the dishes were cleared, because its beauty is part of the entire dining aesthetic,” Traulich suggests.
Photo: Courtesy of RedBliss Design
Guests can dine on this pistachio-crusted lamb dish with roasted vegetables from Elegant Affairs in New York.
Photo: Courtesy of Elegant Affairs
Event design agency B Floral designed this festive tablescape with a mix of blooms such as roses, tulips, and Calla lilies in shades of red and purple.
Photo: Saul Metnick
“This bubbly delight is a novel take on a timeless French 75 and the timeless Quincy Jones himself. It’s fresh, light, and perfect for champagne drinkers who want to feel more festive this holiday season,” says Cocktail Academy’s Matt Landes about its Quincy Jones cocktail.
Photo: Courtesy of Cocktail Academy
Blueprint Studios’ white Cyrus chairs (pricing available upon request) with a quilted back and rose gold legs add a sleek touch to a holiday dining setup.
Photo: Irja Elisa for Show Ready
