Party Treats

A few nights ago, I had the chance to embrace my inner Martha Stewart (love ya, girl!) and become the hostess with the mostest. It was truly the most domestic I've been in ages; I'm the girl who has eaten out almost every meal this semester, much to my parents' chagrin. I was super nervous to make anything food related, but these simple recipes were delish and a hit:

These strawberry marg spritzers were soooo good, and didn't taste like alcohol at all - a great thing for a lightweight like me. Just be careful mixing in the club soda, I made quite the mess on my kitchen counter. I have so much tequila and triple sec left over - I will definitely be making them again! The recipe was in the latest issue of Southern Living, and I would definitely recommend trying it.

Here are all the awesome apps courtesy of my girlfriends and moi. So so good. Went into a food coma afterward, for sure. I made the seven layer dip, but modified it into a five layer dip, since I'm not a fan of olives or green onions. All the apps were wiped out, so I'd say they were a hit.

Finally, I'll leave you with a pic of my favorite party favors, courtesy of the movie Bridesmaids:

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GAAHHH CUTE OVERLOAD. The movie was so funny, I definitely recommend it.

What are your favorite summer entertaining recipes? Share them with me in the comments, so I can do Martha proud!

Pink and Green Thursday: Cinco de Drinko

mmm this looks too pretty to drink! and now i want to buy electric blue sugar! via

Going to one of the top party schools in the nation located very close to Mexico means that Cinco de Mayo is the top holiday only behind Christmas and Halloween (it allows for girls to dress trashier). I can't wait to celebrate and block parties have been popping all day long. In honor of this special day and Pink and Green Thursday, let's celebramos con pink y green margaritas! (i'm sorry for my awful spanglish!)

Everything is better in pink. via.

We have to pay homage to the original. Plus it's pink and GREEN Thursday! via.

And finally, the grand finale:
These. Look. Awesome. Have you seen a drink look more presh? They're strawberry margarita jello shooters made with real strawberries. You can find the recipe here. I want to plan a fiesta now just to make them! So happy cinco de drinko and pink and green Thursday! Be sure to share your favorite marg recipe, idk if anyone can top the shooters!