- Recycle any wine or liquor bottles--make this easy to do by having an attractive container near your bar or beverage area, such as the Susty Party Pop-Up Bins (www.sustyparty.com ), a decorative large cardboard box, a wooden wine box (available at wine shops), or even an extra empty beverage tub.
- Speaking of Susty Party...They have excellent prices on packets of attractive off-white compostable disposable plates made of bagasse, or sugarcane residue--for example, $7.99 for 50 plates or $65 for 500 plates. The larger size package is a great choice as you can continue to use these plates for any party or just for meals at home or office after the holidays. And look for attractive compostable cutlery too if your holiday cocktail party or non-seated gathering will use forks, for instance.
- If you don't want to order plates online, you can go to Whole Foods and buy their World Market line, also made from bagasse; but these plates are a light brown color, so this color doesn't go well with every decor. Or you can buy bamboo plates, which are a dark golden color and tend to look better with a variety of home decors, at Sur La Table. If your party isn't too large, it makes sense to buy these smaller packs of eco-friendly plates from Whole Foods or Sur La Table in store (but they are more expensive).
- Buy at least one local or regional wine or beer, if you'll be serving alcohol--the local wine and beer industry has grown explosively, and many wonderful varieties are now available.
- Buy soy candles if you decide to use candles--soy candles are now very available at many retailers, and are not made from petroleum
- If you have leftover food, donate it to a shelter or church instead of eating it for a few days after your party and then throwing the rest away--or leave some to eat after your party but donate the rest, or give it to someone you know will eat it, such as a friend or neighbor.
Enjoy!
Kristina
Fandango Catering and Events
(713) 522-0077
www.fandango-catering.com
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