The holiday season brings lots of excitement, not to mention wonderful opportunities for gathering and entertaining. Planning to host a get together with family and friends this year?  Here are some simple tips to make your holiday entertaining season happy and bright:

1) Share the love- Even though you’re hosting, it’s not all on you! Go potluck-style and invite your guests to bring a favorite dish, appetizer or dessert. Send out a sign-up sheet and you’ll have your menu planned in no time.

2) Freshen up- The holiday season certainly brings lots of delicious fare, but tends to be more indulgent. Balance out your spread with fruits and vegetables, paired with sweet or savory dips. Serve festive juices and spritzers too!  Evolution Fresh® Orange Pomegranate Juice is a terrific option and can be enjoyed on its own, or as the base for mocktails and cocktails.

3) Not just for consumption– Food and beverage can do double-duty, serving as both sustenance and decoration. Dress up your spread with a homemade charcuterie tray, or show off eye-catching, table-worthy bottles like Evolution Fresh® Orange Pomegranate Juice. 

4) Keep it simple– Choose one course and theme your gathering all around it! Desserts? Hors d’oeuvre? Drinks? Anything works! It’ll allow you to focus and then you can get creative with recipes for that area.

5) Stock up on limited time holiday goodies- You may have noticed that the holidays are an especially adventurous time in the grocery store. You’ll find an abundance of unique, seasonal foods and beverages that are perfect for holiday gatherings. This year, be sure to grab a bottle (or two!) of Evolution Fresh® Orange Pomegranate Juice. Crafted to capture the magic of the winter season, it is also USDA Organic, Non-GMO and boasts an excellent source of Vitamin C. You can find it where refrigerated beverages are sold at your local Mother’s Market.

Happy planning and hosting!