Throwing a festive housewarming party in your new home is supposed to be good luck. It may be hosted by the owners of the new home or by a friend or relative. This party celebrates the new owner and also gives them the chance to relax after and enjoy their home after all the unpacking has been done. Follow these simple tips to throw a housewarming party.


The Invitation:

Make the invitations for this party as simple as the party itself. Use pre-made invitations and include clear directions to your new home or draw a map and have it made into postcards at your local copy store.




The Activity:

Since celebrating your new home is the main focus for this type of party, no activity is needed. If desired, play some background music to encourage conversation during dull moments.

The Food:

Easy, light food will be best if throwing this party for yourself. If you’re throwing this party for someone else, make the party potluck to avoid putting the homeowner through extra effort. Here are a few recipes to make preparation a breeze.

Broccoli Cheese Casserole

2 sleeves of ritz crackers
1/4 lb package frozen broccoli
3 tbsp margarine
1/4lb velveeta cheese


1. Cook Broccoli as directed.
2. Crush crackers into fine crumbs.
3. Melt cheese and butter together.
4. Layer into a casserole dish.
5. top with crackers.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F.

Chicken Kabobs

6 chicken breast halves
1 tbsp paprika
1c dry white wine
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp rosemary, crushed
2 garlic cloves
2 1/2 c chicken broth
1 c raw rice
1 zucchini
2 medium yellow squash
2 tbsp chopped green onions




1. Mince Garlic.
2. Cut squashes into 1/2 inch thick slices.
3. Remove bones and skin from chicken and cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes; place in large bowl.
4. Add Paprika and stir to coat.
5. Combine Wine, Oil, rosemary and garlic; pour over chicken.
6. Marinate at room temperature for 1 hour. About 30 minutes before serving, bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan.
7. Stir in rice.
8. Cover tightly and simmer 20 minutes.
9. Remove from heat and let stand tightly covered until all liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
10. Stir in Green Onions.
11. Meanwhile, thread chicken and squashes onto skewers.
12. Brush with marinade.
13. Cook 4 to 5 inches from heat, either under the broiler or on a charcoal grill, for 8 to 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
14. Turn once and baste with marinade during cooking.
15. Arrange kabobs over rice to serve.





Gifts:
If you are throwing the party for yourself, don’t expect gifts. However, if someone else is throwing the party a gift may be given to the new members of the household.