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Leave a pretty cutting
board out as a worry-
free, waterproof spot
to mix drinks,
left.
Marble cutting board
(similar to shown),
$25; amazon.com
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A mini loaf pan,
bottom,
stores all
those fun little
extras that turn a
drink into an occa-
sion.
Mini loaves tin
(similar to shown), $13;
amishacresgeneral-
store.com
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Stow cocktail mixers
and nonperishable
snacks in cubes,
below
, handsome
enough for the living
room. You’ll make
fewer trips to the
kitchen and have
more time with your
guests.
Cork wood-
grain cube, $20;
containerstore.com
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Remove the barriers to
impromptu entertaining—
What will I serve? Where are
the cocktail napkins
?— and
you’ll be more likely to do it.
Make your all-purpose party
plan, then gather your gear
and keep it ready to use.
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