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I adore dishes. I don’t like to do them, but I sure like to look at the clean and sparkly ones! I am especially into dishes this Spring because I am looking forward to outdoor entertaining, especially once we get into the new house!
I’m pretty much a beer kind of girl, so I don’t really have a collection of nice glasses for drinks. So when I saw Oneida’s new line of Profile glasses, I was intrigued. They all looked gorgeous!
I choose the Profile Pilsner, Set of 4 glasses for my review because I figured they would be good for just about any drink I would be serving. I could even pour my bottle of beer into one and drink in style.
“This Set of 4 Pilsner glasses features the seamless, ultra-clear presentation of Profile. This set is durable enough for everyday use yet elegant enough for entertaining.
As soon as I opened up my box of glasses, I noticed how light weight these are. The glass is nice and thin, but not so thin that I have to worry about the glass breaking. They are very easy to clean and even have a little Oneida stamp on the base of the glass.
Oneida has some top 10 entertaining tips to make your next gathering great!
Springtime Brunch Buffet…Blooming with possibilities!
Brunch blends the best of both worlds…yummy breakfast foods with favorite entrees in a relaxing setting that everyone enjoys. Allowing guests to serve themselves (as much or as little as they like) puts everyone at ease. Whether you are hosting family for a holiday meal or friends for an impromptu gathering, you’ll want to follow these easy tips for success.
Brunch buffet Basics: Top 10 tips
1) Flow is key. Set up the buffet table in an open, inviting area so guests can move around it easily.
2) Position stacked plates first, main entrees next, followed by hot dishes and cold dishes.
3) Protect table linens with saucers or small plates to rest serving spoons and tongs on when not in use.
4) Have a separate station for desserts and beverages.
5) Bundle flatware in napkins or…simply place it on the dining table in advance.
6) Use a pedestal to save space and bring height to the buffet. If you don’t have one, simply cover a small bucket or sturdy box with a linen. Place dishes on top.
7) Labeling foods is a thoughtful gesture so your guests know exactly what they are eating. Small photo frames are perfect for this.
8) Decorative flowers and candy dress up a buffet. Save the lit candles for the dining table.
9) Be sure to have PLENTY of food. No one wants to take the last piece of anything.
10) Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. Place ice under dishes in a separate plate or bowl. Use chafers for hot items.
Helpful Hint: If you don’t have a chafer, wrap a couple of bricks in heavy duty foil, warm in oven and place on a heat proof pad.
Tabletop Decorating Ideas:
Create individual “nests” at each place setting. Fill a champagne or margarita glass half full with green tissue paper or fake grass. Top with chocolate eggs, a marshmellow chick and jelly beans.Create a fun centerpiece using colorful gardening gloves blooming from a vase or flower pot. Invite your guests take a pair home as an inexpensive party favor. Packets of perennial seeds wrapped in tulle and ribbon with guests names on a paper leaf worked double duty as a pretty place marker and goodie bag.
Buy It!
You can buy the Profile Pilsner, Set of 4 glasses for $24.99.
I received samples for the purpose of reviewing. Opinions expressed are my own or my families and are not influenced by any form of compensation. Take it or leave it. Click here to view my full acknowledgment policy.
