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What You Need for Hosting & Entertaining

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Planning a get-together or party? These appliances, accessories and supplies will help you to make it a memorable and fun event.

1. Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker

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A fun party appliance to make everyone's favorite frozen drink. From simple smoothies to custom drinks, the Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker has ample power to deliver refreshing frozen beverages.

2. Soleus Stainless Steel Party Cooler MC88M

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Portable, rolling and so stylish for those outdoor parties. Just roll it where you want it and plug it in. The Soleus Stainless Steel Party Cooler is designed to keep cold 72 12-oz cans of soda or 48 bottles of beer and has two wire wine caddies, removable baskets, digital temperature control and built-in casters. Designed to keep contents cold for 10 hours after being unplugged.
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3. Crock-Pot Trio Cook & Serve Buffet Server SCRBC750

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The Crock-Pot® Trio Cook & Serve™ is a great appliance, and I love cooking with this set. It's so much more than a buffet server, you can use it for a complete meal for even just two people or make three different dishes for party serving. A gift that's great for everyday meals and convenient for hosting.

4. Danby Designer Series DIM1524W Portable Ice Maker

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Compact at only 14" and requiring no drain or special hook-up, this portable Danby Designer Series Ice Maker is a must for parties, family reunions, birthday parties, socials or just to have adequate ice on hand during the hot summer months. It can store up to 3 lbs of ice.
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5. Mr. Coffee 45-Cup Coffee Urn

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An economical, functional and convenient coffee urn for any hosting or entertaining event. With a 45-cup capacity, a ready-indicator light, sight glass, stainless steel brew basket and housing, you'll have ample coffee on hand. Coffee ready to serve - handy for guests and designated drivers. Coffee urns can also be used to dispense hot water for tea.
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6. Bosch MIXXO Cordless Hand Blender With Chopper MSM6A60UC

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The most impressive feature of this blender is the power - strong, constant and comparable to corded models. Since it only took seconds to blend, mix or chop (pulsing), the charge held strong even after three recipes one after the other, and it never indicated a low battery. When not in use, MIXXO sits in the charging station. This blender does blend ice in frozen drinks and it's a convenient stick blender for entertaining.

7. Weber Genesis S320 Gas Grill

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With 507 square inches of cooking space over 3 burners and 42,000 BTU's of power, you'll have ample space to cook the party fare. It has a convenient 12,000 BTU side burner to keep sauces hot or cook vegetables. The Weber Genesis S320 Gas Grill has heavy duty casters, enclosed tank storage and a stylish stainless design with painted side panels.
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8. Barware & Bar Supplies

Complete your table setting or beverage table with glassware, stemware and wine or bar accessories. If you're serving wine, remember to have a functional corkscrew on hand.
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9. Party Supplies

From paper napkins or plates to special party favors or streamers, you'll find everything you need to complete your decor or service your party event.
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10. Patio Chairs - Have Adequate Seating

One thing that is easily overlooked when hosting a party, is having adequate seating for everyone invited. You'll find chairs to suit any decor and style. Make your guests comfortable and seat them in style.
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11. Patio Furniture - Transform Your Outdoor Area

Transform your patio, yard or deck and outfit it with stylish and functional furniture pieces. Add an extra table to hold the buffet or beverage center. Find a grouping or mix and match to suit your decor.
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12. Paper Plates - Go Beyond White

White is the mainstream paper plate variety, but you don't have to be locked into this plain dinner serving accessory. Find a plate pattern that matches your decor or just add style with charming designs or bright colors.
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