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Interesting and a bit scary. This is the first I’ve heard of a ‘quota’. How does that work, exactly? I definitely notice that many servers look disappointed when we don’t order alcohol (or when we order...

I’m in need of a good non alcohlic mint julep recipe for a reception I’m hosting next week. I’ve found a few recipes on the internet but they don’t look so promising. Any ideas on how to recreate the...

. Also, whenever I have been to similar non-professional events before I (regrettably) lose some focus after the first few hours. My query is: 1) advice on how to get most out of such a large wine-tasting event, both in...

This is worth the effort if you can attend. It is remenscent of how the J. Walker used to do their events a few years ago before they switched to thimbule sized tastes of each whiskey. You are ushered in and handed a glass of...

I am having a (New Year’s Day) Brunch Buffet My first event for about 30 people or more I have my menu and budget prepared. I would like someone to give advice on how much is needed to feed my party of 30 so they can be...

and forks. Is haggling price customary? I don’t want to insult. One B&B said I could bring in some of my own prepared food as long as I bought a minimum $ amt from them. Is this common, and how best to ask this question of...