Tuesday, June 20, 2006

About Private Parties

Petite Parties is a family operated business that specializes in small or 'petite' parties, with no more than 200 guests, for events such as Adult Birthdays, Holidays, Office Celebrations, Engagements, Retirement, Wedding and Baby Showers, and Happy Hours, Dinner Parties and much much more!

Here's how it works: I will walk with you every step of the way in your party planning, starting with menu selection from the custom Petite Parties recipes book. Hosting a themed affair? Leave decorations to us too! After all the shopping is done I write out a 'party plan'. This tells you things you can make ahead, prep to make your party day run more smoothly, etc. On the day of the party I arrive at your home to help you prepare your selected menu. Just like a teaching class in your own home! Then I leave you with a completed menu, set up, and ready to wow your guests and enjoy your party. If cooking is not your talent, then leave that to us as well. We can prepare your complete menu in your home or offsite and deliver. We also provide servers, bartenders, other hospitality staff based on your party needs.

Below, I have listed some prior menus to give you an idea of what I have done in the past.

Leave the details and work to us! Petite Parties is here to make your life easier. It is a gift from our family to yours, a gift of time. My rate is $40 per hour. Please feel free to pass this exciting information on to those you know who could benefit from my services.

"You don't have to be a great cook, You just have to know one!"

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Our fist offering is called the Fiesta Hour:

Fiesta Hour:

  • Chicken Flautas
  • Tamale Delights
  • Zesty Margarita Shrimp Cocktail
  • Guacamole Layer Dip
  • Spicy Tejas Queso
  • Colorful Salsa with Tortilla Chips

Appetizer Buffets

Italiano Hour

  • Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
  • Asparagus Parmesan Puffs
  • Spinach, Artichoke, and Roasted Red Pepper Dip
  • With Garlic Crisps
  • Sun dried Tomato Feta Pine nut Spread
  • Marinated Veggies and Olives
  • Salsa di Pomodoro Crostini
  • Assorted Italian Cheeses

Tailgate Packages

Pre-Season Snack Pack:

  • Warm Cheese & Bacon Dip
  • Veggies with Avocado Jalapeno Ranch
  • Little Pizza Snacks
  • Cajun Snack Mix

Season Kick Off:

  • Texas Cheese Ball with Crackers
  • Warm and Spicy Salsa with Chips
  • Roasted Red Potato Salad
  • Fried Chicken with Holler Sauce
  • Black Bean Wraps
  • Chewy Nut Fudge Bars or Pumpkin Squares

Mid-Season Slump:

  • Cheddar Cheese Straws
  • American Cheese and Meat Board
  • Sassy Sweet Meatballs
  • Spicy Garlic or Savory Sesame Hot Wings
  • Homemade Potato Crisps
  • Crispy Peanut Butter Chocolate Rounds

The Fiesta Bowl:

  • Seven Layer Mexican Dip with Tortilla Chips
  • Black Bean Dip
  • Shredded Chicken Tacos
  • Cheesy Veggie Quesdillas
  • Mexican Chocolate Brownies

The Orange Bowl:

  • Orange Thai Shrimp Cocktail
  • Spicy Citrus Mango Salsa With Tortilla Chips
  • Cream Cheese & Citrus Pepper Jelly Spread
  • Orange Spice Mini-Muffins
  • Citrus Marinated Pork Tenderloin
  • Key Lime or Lemon Bars

The Sugar Bowl:

  • Cajun Snack Mix
  • Spicy Boiled Shrimp
  • Fried Boudin Balls
  • Squash Puppies
  • Meat Pies
  • Creole Crab Cakes
  • Pecan Tassies

Showers of Love

Blushing Bride Luncheon

  • Creamy Cauliflower Soup
  • Sherried Chicken and Grape Salad
  • Rosemary Cheddar Waffers
  • Fresh Fruit
  • Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake
  • Almond Iced Tea and Coffee

Storks Landing

  • Tomato Basil Dip With Veggies
  • Double Stuffed Angel Eggs
  • Special Chicken Salad
  • Baked Ham with Bourbon Glaze
  • Biscuits with Beehive Butter
  • Fresh Fruit with Heaven’s Dip