holiday entertaining

-  Miniature pie tins to bake bite-size sweet and/or savory pastries, $25-  Unique glassware to show off the evening's signature cocktails, $2.95 each -  Napkins festive enough for the holidays, but neutral enough to use year round, $11.99 set of 4 -  Standout wares like this gold cheese knife set, $23 -  Daniel Boulud Cocktails & Amuse-Bouches, For Her & For Him to get the full 101 on cocktails for the group, $50 -  Star anise, cinnamon, nutmeg, and other vibrant aromas to add a festive scent. -  Easy-access condiments and tapas-style serverware, $15

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