Sheila Bridges showing off a stemless martini glass

Cocktail Tips

• The traditional cocktail hour is held two and a half hours before dinner.
  
• In small spaces, a windowsill can be turned into a makeshift bar.
  
• A cocktail party host's most important job is greeting guests at the door.
  
• Closing down the bar at a party is one of the best ways to subtly get guests to leave.

Price Points

• Floating Ice Cube Candles — $20-$25
  Lazy Susan USA
  New York City
  212-685-0181
  
• Resin candle holders — From $25
  Lawrence Essentials of New York
  New York, NY 10010
  212-481-0042
  www.lawrenceessentials.com
  
• Stemless martini glasses — $20/pair
  Stupell International
  212-260-3100

Resources

Shiraz NYC
Catering, Event Design, and Staffing
Shai Tertner
New York City
212-255-7001
www.shiraznyc.com

Red Table Catering
Mealanie de Coppet
www.redtablecatering.com

New Flagship Store
Maurice Villency
New York City
212-725-4840
www.mauricevillency.com

Champagnes and Wines courtesy of Kobrand Corporation
www.kobrandtrade.com

Cocktails courtesy of TURI Vodka
www.turivodka.com

Vampire Vodka and Energy Drink
www.vampire.com

See below for featured recipes.