The Art of Zen Entertaining  
 

I used to get really busy and stressed out when I was entertaining, especially during the holidays. I wanted to do everything perfectly and from scratch. Now that I am older, wiser, busier and have a child, I’ve re-prioritized and aim for a more zen-like, stress-free party instead.

Here’s wishing you and yours a wonderful  holiday season, full of good food, family & friends…and the time to slow down and enjoy it all!

Solène Thouin
M&M Meat Shops Food Expert

 
 
 
 

BEFORE: My guests would arrive at my perfectly cleaned home to find me dressed, with my apron on, armed and ready for a lot of last minute cooking, warming, serving and re-filling. When the party was over, I’d realize I hadn’t even had a chance to talk to anyone or enjoy the food I had worked so hard to prepare.

 
Solène’s Picks
Here are some great
M&M products I know you
and your family will love!
 
Mini Bacon Wrapped Chicken Fillets
 
 
 
 
Shrimp Party Pak
 
 
 
 

NOW: I still want things to look beautiful and taste delicious, but I approach things differently. I still make my homemade family-favourite recipes but I also add on a menu of fully prepared M&M items that have also become family favourites (even though they’re not secret family recipes!) The best thing about this new party approach – I get to enjoy time with my family & friends!

 
How to make the change:
 
Offer a variety of foods with different tastes and textures, including protein, veggies and seafood, breaded and non-breaded, sweet and savoury.
   
Add some fresh vegetables and lighter fare into your party mix to create a balanced and colourful buffet or meal. These can be presented in lots of creative ways.  
   

Keep some must-have items in your fridge and freezer – like Shrimp Party Pak, NEW Anitpasto Platter, Mini Pub Pies, Mini Bacon Wrapped Chicken Fillets and Spanakopita. That way you’re always ready to party!  

   
And, the most important tip… wash your floors after the party, not before!
 
 
 
 
     
   
 
 
 
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