You can plan a party around any theme you can think of, from Earth Day to Celebrity stalking to Exotic meats. There are many options available to create an interesting event, and all of them can be fun! If you’re unsure what theme to pick, here are 6 themes to consider:
Earth Day
You can celebrate Earth Day by hosting an outdoor Tasting party on a patio, porch, or backyard. You can also use eco-friendly tableware and encourage guests to make crafts using corks, bottles, and labels. Themes like these are sure to make everyone feel good about their actions and help the planet. The fun is endless! And if you’d like to make it even more eco-friendly, consider recycling your wine bottles.
You can also make the theme of the event more eco-friendly by incorporating sustainable seafood. During the 6th annual Earth Day Food & Wine Festival, more than 200 sustainable food and wine purveyors will be present. These purveyors will serve award-winning wines with sustainably raised dishes. For a wine tasting party with an earth-friendly theme, consider holding the event at a farm or vineyard.
Celebrity stalking
If you’re looking for a fun wine-tasting party theme, celebrity stalking may be the perfect one. You can combine your love of wine and celebrity stalking to create an unforgettable night. You can use celebrity-named wines, tabloid magazines, and even invite guests to dress like their favorite celebrities. The theme is endless, and there’s a theme to fit any occasion.
Exotic meats
If you’re hosting a wine tasting party, consider trying exotic meats. Kangaroo, alligator, camel and more are all delicious and can be included in your menu. Or, if you’d prefer, opt for a more traditional BBQ. You can also try tapas, Spanish appetizers that go perfectly with Spanish wines. Common tapas include anchovies, scallops and omelets.
Aside from the wines, you need other supplies. You’ll need wine glasses for each guest. It’s best to use the round ones, but a few oblong glasses will do. Other supplies include water, spit buckets, palate cleansers and paper. As long as your guests RSVP, you’re good to go. A few things to remember when preparing for a wine tasting party include:
Ports and sherries
If you’re planning a wine tasting party, consider port and sherry. These fortified wines can be paired with all types of foods. Olives, cured meat, dried fruit, nuts, cheese, and canned goods are all good choices, as are seafood and eggs. Sherries can even be served sweet, so your guests can choose between Pedro Ximenez and Cream.
While it may sound official, wine tasting parties can often end up looking like trash. A good way to keep costs down and create fun decor is to choose a wine tasting theme. Port and sherries are two of the most common and widely available wines. Choose a wine theme that is fun and exciting, or one that’s a bit more unusual. Themes that you choose are only as limited as your creativity.