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The Costco Challenge: The Making of a Stylish Cocktail Party on a Budget

Posted on March 27, 2012

This article from Town & Country is the proof that you do not need to spend a fortune to entertain in style 20 guests. Event planner David Monn bought at Costco the food he needed to make stylish canapés.

David Monn spent $10.40 per guest. His cocktail party menu was comprehensive with 8 savoury hors d’oeuvres and 2 sweet treats. You get a nice mix of meat and seafood for that price. I’m impressed!

I plan to make his Norwegian Smoked Salmon filled with scallion cream cheese and tied with a string of chive. Who will not love a Brie and apple on bruschetta topped with caramelized walnuts?

Get the details on the April 2012 issue of Town & Country magazine. Go to Zinio for a digital version delivered to the device of your choice.

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+ photos by Juliana Sohn – Courtesy of Town & Country magazine

ENTERTAINING HOLIDAY decorations
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ENTERTAINING PARTY ideas + decor
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ENTERTAINING HOLIDAY decorations
Easter Egg Painting

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FAMILY KIDS party
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FOOD + DRINK RECIPES + menus
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ENTERTAINING EVERYDAY entertaining
How to Host a Stress Free Gourmet Dinner?

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