Drinks Parties

Guidance on hosting drinks parties from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Articles cover cocktail recipes, non-alcoholic options, party atmosphere and themed events.

Boy's Night in
Boy's Night in
Host the perfect boys' night in with tips on food, drinks, entertainment and keeping your place guest-ready.
Classic Party Cocktails
Classic Party Cocktails
Mix timeless cocktails that have stayed popular for decades and impress your party guests with classic bar recipes.
Create the Right Party Mood
Create the Right Party Mood
Set the mood for your party with tasteful decorations and touches that make guests feel the occasion from the moment they arrive.
Girls Night in
Girls Night in
Host the perfect girls night in with cocktails, food, and fun ideas that bring your closest friends together.
Make a Perfect Party Punch
Make a Perfect Party Punch
Mix up a crowd-pleasing party punch with these simple techniques and recipes that actually work.
Organise a Fancy Dress Party
Organise a Fancy Dress Party
Get practical tips for throwing a fancy dress party that's fun to organise and guarantees your guests will have a great time.
Party Games for Adults
Party Games for Adults
Revive a dull party with fun games that get adults laughing and talking again instead of standing around bored.
Perfect Party Food
Perfect Party Food
Keep party food simple with classic canapés and easy finger foods that impress guests without hours of prep work.
Salsa Dance Classes at Your Party
Salsa Dance Classes at Your Party
Hire a salsa instructor to teach your guests Latin dancing and turn your party into an unforgettable celebration.
The Best Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
The Best Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Try these refreshing non-alcoholic cocktails perfect for parties, from fruity carrot cranberry to ginger fizz and virgin caipirinha.
Throw a Cocktail Party
Throw a Cocktail Party
Master the art of throwing an elegant cocktail party with smart timing, dress codes, and simple hosting details.
Throw a Party for 10
Throw a Party for 10
Plan a stress-free party for 10 with practical tips on choosing your format, menu planning, and making the most of your space.
Throw a Party for 100
Throw a Party for 100
Hosting 100 guests means budgeting carefully, picking the right venue and planning ahead so you don't get overwhelmed by the scale of it all.
Throw a Poker Party
Throw a Poker Party
Host a poker party with friends using these simple tips on setup, atmosphere, and rules for a night everyone will enjoy.