There are such occasions, like promotion, round anniversary of work in one institution or an expected nomination. In many cases, distinguished employees are celebrated in the workplace, but it's probably worth making some suggestions, how such an event can be held at home. I assume, that the master of the house invites his friends or colleagues after all the speeches, decorations and wishes - "for a man's glass of wine and a snack”.
The role of the housewife in this case should be limited to welcoming guests. The invited gentlemen have many things to discuss and her presence may cause some embarrassment. The same, of course, applies to the other household members. Everything should be organized that way as far as possible, so that there is no reason to enter the room frequently. After serving something hot, coffee or tea, one should withdraw discreetly. We prepare a cold buffet in advance on a sideboard or table. We also serve drinks: alcohol, some soft cocktails and juices, keeping in mind these, who will come by car, moreover - mineral water and better types of beer.
In general, more solid and spicy snacks work well, so don't stop at sticks and crackers with paste, because these are mostly untouched. After an hour of conversation, it will be good to serve something hot. However, it should not be a hearty dish, or rather the Boeuf Stroganov type, baked meatballs, sausages or skewers. Then coffee and cake. So, men are being seen more and more, who appreciate home baking and dessert, they also do not despise ice cream. In any case - if we want the opinion of a good hostess and lovely wife - let's prepare all the dishes, except maybe ice cream, alone at home. Let us not disturb anything - no steering, bursting and imposing the program - the gentlemen will do just fine, and whether they eat standing or sitting, or maybe they will go back to the herring after the cake, let that not be our concern.
