APLy: Planing:Tips: Ob Entertain With Ease (NAPSA)—While everyone enjoys attending parties, hosting them is anotherstory. In addition to cleaning, decorating and music selections, there is always the menu. Whether you’re hosting an elegant cocktail soiree, a rowdy football party or simply relaxing with friends and family over great wine and cheese, there’s a new snack that’s sure to help accommodate all your guests’ taste preferences. New Town House Flipsides celebrate the joining of two of America’s favorites—the pretzel and the cracker. Dipped, topped or eaten alone, the new snack is sure to please partygoers’ palates. “This new pretzel-cracker combination is a must-have snack for entertaining,” said football great and snack enthusiast Joe Theismann. “My wife Robin and I do a lot of entertaining, and our guests are sure to love the versatility and great taste of Town House Flipsides crackers.” Here are some of Theismann’s other tips for throwing a fabulous party: Tip #1—Don’t stress over the small stuff. Chances are, party guests will not realize the plates and the napkins aren’t a perfect match. And remember, variety is the spice of any party! ha “a i e Tip #2—Learn to love lists. A to-do list will help you stay organized. And crossing things off your list will give you a sense of accomplishment. Tip #3—Ask your guests. If people ask what they can bring—tell them. If you are having a dinner party, suggest guests bring a favorite topping spread. Set it next to Town House Flipsides! e Tip #4—Add mood with music. Music adds ambience to any gathering. Compile your favorite party songs on to two or three CDs and put the CD player on repeat for the length of the party—anddon’t forget to dance! Tip #5—Relax and enjoy the party. If the host is not enjoying herself, no one else is. You invited your guests because you like them, so make sure you min- gle and havefun!
