Once guests have been invited, one of your first tasks is to start 5 shopping lists. Everything you need to buy for a cocktail party should fall into 1 of the following 5 lists:
Non-perishables & Frozen Foods
Perishables
Last
minute Items
Decorations & Supplies
Liquor
We have included starter checklists for each category below. Although you may not need or may already have many items on each list, our objective is to remind you of items you should consider.
Non-perishables & Frozen Foods Shopping List
Doilies
Double-sided tabs
Spot remover
Propane,
charcoal, and/or lighter fluid, if grilling