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Host with ease using these quick and simple spring party ideas!
Hi everyone!
Now that we are well into spring and tax season is over, I'm fully expecting to have more guests at my house. Spring and summer is often a busy time as I love entertaining outside this time of year.
I'm the first one to admit that sometimes I make hosting a little hard on myself. I'll try to do too much and get overwhelmed. If you ever hear me talking about a themed party involving ordering props and costumes, please talk me off the ledge. There is a time and place for going all out, but it doesn't always have to be that complicated!
This summer I am hoping to keep my spring party ideas simple with the help of CVS and the Gold Emblem abound and Gold Emblem product lines.
We already talked about the great hiking snack options at CVS, but look at this crazy simple tray I put together! These are all things you can pick up at CVS and have in the cabinets to throw together if someone stops by at the last minute. This tray also works great as an appetizer tray or something fun to put out if someone stops by your house for drinks.
One trick to party planning is to make sure you have something for everyone. This tray has something light, something salty, something spicy and something sweet!
First up is some fresh popcorn! It is so light and refreshing. Everyone loves this low calorie, high fiber treat.
I used already popped Heavenly Light Popcorn from the Gold Emblem abound line at CVS. I don't know what they did to get this popcorn so airy and tasty, but it's kind of magic. Even better is you can eat HALF THE BAG for only 160 calories.
Next on the tray is a classic nut blend. I try to put out little bowls of nuts out whenever I have guests and they ALWAYS disappear.
These lightly salted Gold Emblem deluxe mixed nuts are super high quality with no peanuts. I'm a fan!
Next up is the completely addictive Gold Emblem Sriracha Ranch Cashews. Holy moly friends, these babies are good. I dare you to eat just one.
I imagine your guests will be surprised to learn where you got them!
And finally I always like to have something sweet. These Gold Emblem Oatmeal Raisin cookies are a great choice.
No matter how old you are, or who you are hosting... cookies are always a hit at a party.
The trick for making it look nice is layering pretty napkins, bowls and plates on a nice tray. I like keeping a simple color scheme running through everything.
It makes it so easy to serve and makes it look like you put in effort without actually doing much.
For the final touch I pay a little extra attention to my drinks!
Regardless of what you are serving, a citrus garnish and cute paper straws can really make the party and set a simple spring theme.
And remember to stop by CVS to check out their exclusive Gold Emblem abound and Gold Emblem product lines. They have really stepped up their game and it is worth the time to look.
They offer gluten-free, USDA organic, heart-healthy, low sodium, and snacks that are a good source of fiber. New products this spring include a wide variety of single snack bars, popcorn, popped fries, tortilla chips, freeze-dried fruits, nuts, trail mixes, herbal and green teas, coconut waters, gourmet coffee and k-cups, honey and blue agave. I hope you get a chance to try some!
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Your turn!
Check out CVS's Gold Emblem abound and Gold Emblem snacks. Which ones would you serve at a spring party?
DJ says
Looks great! I always enjoy different nut/seed mixes for snacks at parties.
Farrah says
We usually entertain a lot in the summer with several birthdays, so I'll keep your snack ideas in mind!
JulieWunder says
Thank you!!
Sarah says
Yum, what time is the party? Can't go wrong with popcorn (one of our favorite snacks!) or cookies! Those sriracha ranch cashews sound amazing and I have a feeling I wouldn't be able to eat just one.
Thank you for linking up with us for Meatless Monday!
JulieWunder says
Haha! 5?? Thanks for hosting!
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
Siracha ranch yes please! great yummy ideas. Thanks for linking up for meatless Monday
JulieWunder says
So good, right?
Les says
So many fun treats here! Those Srirancha Ranch nuts are calling my name 🙂
JulieWunder says
Me too! They rock!
Farrah says
Those straws are the cutest! :] These are all really awesome ideas! Popcorn is definitely one of my favorite snacks! 😛
JulieWunder says
Me too! When you don't add all the junk, it's good for you too.
LIz Mays says
I buy those all the time actually. When I go on trips or for evening snacks, those inexpensive yummies are perfect!
JulieWunder says
Such good options! I'm so glad you like them too.
Carrie says
Great tips! We don't have a CVS here but when we lived in the states I would shop there often!
JulieWunder says
Bummer! I'm there all the time, so I wouldn't know where to go!
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
I usually forget that CVS has snacks. Those cookies look good, I'd try one!
JulieWunder says
They have such good options! Worth a look.
JulieWunder says
And good snacks! I know you'd love them!
Alisa @ Go Dairy Free says
I looove popcorn. But, I might have to save room for those sriracha cashews, yum!
JulieWunder says
I know! So good.
Lex @ Flecks of Lex says
These are great tips! I end up stopping by CVS before volleyball tournaments, so I'll have to be on the lookout for these yummy-sounding snacks!
JulieWunder says
They have such nice healthy options these days.
Neely says
I love CVS gold emblem snacks. WE grab them anytime we are at a CVS!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Neely! Such good stuff!
Christina Bauer says
Such a cute idea! Those Sriracha ranch cashews sound right up my alley 🙂
JulieWunder says
They are a new product for spring! You'd love them!
Jeanine says
These all look really delicious! Those cookies are screaming my name. I can't get enough of cookies lately!
JulieWunder says
Me either... that and ice cream 🙂
Ickle Pickle says
These all look so delicious - perfect for any party. I just need good weather here! Kaz
JulieWunder says
I hope it gets warmer there soon!
Hollie says
Thanks for sharing these. We are actually hosting a couple of fourth of july parties (one on the Holiday and one that weekend) so I'm definitely going to keep these in mind. Keeping it simple sounds like the smartest thing you can do.
JulieWunder says
It is! I've done all sorts of parties and simple is the way to go.
Jenn says
I LOVE the snacks from CVS! I have to look for the sriracha ranch cashews next time I go. I dont think Ive seen those in my local store , they look amazing.
JulieWunder says
They are sooo good! They are a new product for spring, so they are probably on the shelves now!
Mary Beth Jackson says
My motto is always keep it simple! Great tips!
JulieWunder says
Thanks MB!
Cassi says
Did you make the straws or were they at CVS? They're so cute!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Cassi. I didn't make the straws. I don't have the patience! haha. I've had them for awhile.
Morgan @ Morgan Manages Mommyhood says
Anyone who says they don't like cookies is a liar. This is the perfect little snacky tray for a party!
JulieWunder says
haha! Truth!!!
rachel @ athletic avocado says
I need those sriracha ranch cashews, those look amazing!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Rachel! They are sooooo good!
Keisha says
What a great simple idea. Love the straws did they also come from CVS?
JulieWunder says
They didn't 🙂 I keep my eye open for stuff like that in dollar bins and buy them when I see them. I'll keep them in a cabinet to have them handy for a last minute gathering.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
I will keep CVS in mind the next time I need some snacks. Everything looks great.
JulieWunder says
They really have some nice, healthy options!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
Cookies always go down well at a party! Trouble is, I have to hide some otherwise I will miss out on them haha.
JulieWunder says
Haha! Isn't that the truth?
Blane Sherer says
Helpful ideas Julie.
Thanks
JulieWunder says
Thanks Blane!