Bring On March!

Some look forward to March because it brings Spring – the promise of green grass, flowers and warmer weather. For me, it’s much different. To me, March is the opportunity to have people over to entertain again. Let’s face it, after the Super Bowl, there is an events hangover. No chance to go see a good game, no reason to have everyone over…it’s a difficult time for everyone. And then comes March.

Think about it – Regardless of who you are, March has two of the year’s greatest events: St. Patrick’s Day and March Madness! Here are two great events, both reasons to call the crew and have a good time. Both events are a few weeks away so I still have some time to plan, but here are my top-line ideas for planning around these events:

St. Patrick’s Day
-Corned Beef & Cabbage is a classic, but let’s think outside of the box
-Bake a sheet cake and cut a shamrock shape out, cover with green icing
-Everyone thinks about drinking – remember to moderate the drinks with an equal amount of water and food, take it easy
-Call ahead to a distributer if you are getting a keg, you CAN get a pre-mixed green keg (I’ve seen it)
Note: You can add green food coloring to almost anything!

March Madness
-Pace yourself, from the bracket selection day to the championship there are a lot of games and plenty of opportunities to party
-Wings, nachos and buffalo wings are acceptable at any time! Take the best parts of the Super Bowl party and re-package them (just remember to change the decorations)
-If you are entertaining for both the Sweet Sixteen and the Elite Eight, you have to mix it up (if you don’t understand these terms, ask a guy)
-Cupcakes are always a classic, especially around sporting events – just remember there is a huge difference between Carolina Blue and the Duke Blue Devils
-Don’t wear a jersey – it works in football and baseball, but not in college basketball

It’s still early – give them both some more thought, there is still time. I can’t wait to make the most of another great March! Check back with me for more ideas!