Themed Party Ideas for Apartment Entertaining

January 21, 2019 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Ready to up your party game? A themed party may be just the thing! Hosting friends and family in your first place can be a blast – and adding a theme makes it all the more fun! Themed parties give an “occasion” to an otherwise average Friday or Saturday… and it’s true, everyone loves a…

10 Entertaining Must-Haves For Your Next Party

December 28, 2017 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

With New Year’s Eve right around the corner, guests may be flocking to your apartment. Starting with our 10 entertaining tips in your arsenal, throwing your first party in your new home doesn’t have to send nervous butterflies aflutter in your stomach. From cheese boards to festive glassware, you’ll be the toast of the town with these goods…

10 Holiday Party Hosting Tips

December 19, 2017 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

‘Tis the season to gather family and friends around for the holidays. Maybe you just moved in and you want to show off your snazzy apartment, or maybe you just have a great space to host. Regardless, hosting holiday festivities can be exciting and exhausting. Here are 10 tips to get your party rockin’! 10.…

Sam’s Grilling 101 – The Perfect Hamburger

July 3, 2017 | By Sam AuthorMy First Apartment

Get ready for the 4th of July BBQ. Here are a few simple tips and tactics that take your burgers, and whatever else you throw on the grill, to the next level! No more bland, burned or over-cooked foods when you follow these basic rules. Have the right tools. You don’t need very many tools to…

Seven Fun&Easy Halloween Party Tips!

October 21, 2015 | By Amanda S AuthorMy First Apartment

Want to throw the best Halloween party on the block? Yes? Then use these tips & entertain all your friends & neighbors with these great party ideas! 1. Costumes mandatory You can have a plain-old party any day of the year, so make sure your guests come in wearing their best or favorite costumes. Whether it…