Everyone’s in the festive spirit – it’s time to party! Between gift shopping, decorating, braving winter weather and managing your busy social calendar, finding the time to plan your own shindig can be overwhelming.

Below are Minibar’s tips and tricks to pull off the perfect Holiday Party.

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Make a big batch of a crowd-pleaser, like a Sparkling Pomegranate Punch, to avoid manning the bar all night.
Sparkling Pomegranate Punch
・ 2 oranges, thinly sliced crosswise・ 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
・ 3/4 cup late-harvest white wine chilled
・ Ice cubes, for serving
・ Two 750ml bottles sparkling wine, chilled
・ 3 tablespoons sugar・ 1 cup diced fresh pineapple・ 1 cup pomegranate juice
In a punch bowl, dissolve the sugar in the pomegranate juice, stirring vigorously. Add the sparkling wine and late-harvest white wine, then add the orange slices, diced pineapple and pomegranate seeds. Serve the sparkling pomegranate punch over ice cubes.

Use Minibar’s Party Planning Tool to calculate exactly what you need to plan a seamless gathering.

Looking for the perfect gift for your host? Check out Minibar’s Gift Guide to fit the tastes and budget best for you.