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The Sidecar – A Very Adult Cocktail
Everyone seems to be talking about cocktails these days - does that mean it's finally spring and people are ready to have a party? Fantastic! The Sidecar is one of those very good cocktails that emerged in the early '20's and came out of the long Prohibition days -...
Raspberry lemonade beer cocktail…yum!
It's almost barbeque time again! This drink combination will be a winning cocktail paired with just about anything, but I'm especially thinking pulled pork, spicy shrimp, or ribs. And the straw means you can sip and not get barbecue sauce all over the cute jelly jar...
Let’s Play Softball!
Spring is in the air which means it's time to play softball! I was asked by the Board of Directors at Oakland Girls' Softball League (OGSL) to revamp and reinvigorate their Opening Day Ceremony and Carnival. I was happy to oblige! OGSL is a league of more than 200...
Planning a Milestone Birthday Party
Is it time to plan a Milestone Birthday Party? Is 40 or 50 creeping around the corner? The ways to plan this party are really endless. Do you want to celebrate with everyone you know, or keep it intimate with a very tight group? Whatever you decide, don't let this...
Rethink your at-home dinner party – seen your coffee table lately?
By now, the winter blues have set in, and you really need to shake it up! A dear friend of ours was celebrating her birthday last weekend and I wanted to have her for dinner. Instead of the same old, set the dining room table and bring on the nice, but done it...
Host a Valentine’s Day Tea Party
Valentine's Day isn't just about that special one person you're hoping to get roses from this year. It's also about those friends who are there for you through thick and thin, and what better day to express your "love" for them than Valentine's Day? So I am planning...
Golden Gate University Alumni Enjoy a Winter Wonderland at Their Anniversary Dinner.
On the first night of December, alumni from the Golden Gate University School of Accounting descended upon their alma mater and discovered a Winter Wonderland! Golden Gate University officials wanted to make use of their modern conference room (which normally serves...
Oktoberfest Beer Garden and House Concert!
On quite possibly the most gorgeous fall night in October, Rosecrest Special Events hosted a supper club and house concert for 60 people featuring an Oktoberfest beer garden, gourmet German food and music by the exceptional Jeffrey Foucault. ...
Welcome!
The Irish always greet a guest, stranger, or friend the same way: "You're very welcome!" I just love that. So in my launch of Rosecrest Special Events, I want you to know that you are very welcome! I started this business because when I'm not hosting a party, I'm...