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Remember the little things

* To add finesse to anything you serve, use doilies on plates and platters.
* Espresso is wonderful with dessert but, use espresso cups and saucers with mini spoons and fresh lemon rinds.
* A chocolate covered cherry atop a thick piece of cake makes the taste experience fuller. Try to have at least two types of cake to choose from. Chocolate and Vanilla flavors are typical, but some prefer to have a fruited cake or tart on the menu as well. If you want to serve ice cream, a nice Neapolitan can effectively solve the flavor problem.
* You can use wine glasses to serve cake and ice cream. You may also want to make some fruit smoothies and have them ready for guests that do not like to indulge in too many sweets. Here are a couple of sites that may help if needed: http://www.fruitsmoothies.net/ http://www.smoothie-recipe.com You can set desserts on separate platters so guests can mix and match for themselves.
Quick Fix Dessert Ideas!

* Keep frozen desserts around. They are perfect for the unexpected get-together. Sugarless desserts have become more popular so you may want to have a couple of these available also. Most desserts can be frozen and maintain a nice fresh taste. Give them about three hours to thaw in warm weather and five hours to thaw in cold. Don’t forget the Decaf.
* Have some butterscotch, chocolate sauce or caramel on hand for presentation. Nice thin swirls across the dessert plate add special appeal. Mini chocolate chips are always great sprinkled across Chocolate Cake, coupled with fresh Raspberries, they create a dazzling effect. Blueberries are perfect for Vanilla Cake and whipped cream is always an option. Remember, that along with desserts, the berries can remain frozen for up to four months and maintain their fresh flavor.
Other tips

Ambiance is an important part of entertaining. Remember to keep the music soft and low and do not have a television on anywhere in the house. Chairs should be arranged in advance so that everyone can join in the conversation.

Dessert parties are becoming more popular and a little more sophisticated, so use soft lighting and candles.

Article written by Kim LaBarbera
She has worked in the food service industry for twenty years and built her own Craft Service and Catering Company. She now offers a selection of gourmet desserts online at: