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Looking for unique engagement party ideas? Check out these 55 creative concepts—from casino nights to picnics to Hawaiian luaus.

Shrimp is simmered in ale with Portuguese pimenta, parsley, and paprika in this flavorful dish that's simple enough for a weeknight.

Stovetop rice pudding with eggs added at the very end for a rich texture.

Looking for office retirement party ideas to give a co-worker the perfect send-off to their next chapter? Let us help you plan a memorable retirement party! Say thank you to the retiree for their many years of hard work and dedication with these 6 easy steps to plan the perfect retirement celebration. Step 1 - Invitations Pass out invitations around the office a few weeks in advance to let co-workers know about the upcoming party honoring the retiree. Planning to keep the party a surprise? Fill in the details section of these retirement party invitations to let everyone in the office know not to spill the beans. Choose just how many invitations you need with a 10 count set or a 25 count set. Step 2 - Banner Opt for a colorful retirement party theme that works great for a man or woman’s retirement party and show it off with a fun Happy Retirement banner. Frame the banner with balloons to make your retirement party decorations even more impressive. Step 3 - Cake Being officially retired is a piece of cake, so treat the guest-of-honor to a slice of the sweet life. Top the cake with a pretty congrats cake topper to wish them well! Step 4 - Candy Candy makes the best retirement party favors and your co-workers will appreciate having a little stash of sweets to keep at their desks. Decorate chocolate kisses, mints, and other small candies with retirement party favor stickers for an unexpected detail that everyone will love.Stock the food table and favor bags with other treats like mini candy bars wrapped in retirement themed candy bar wrappers. Step 5 - Drinks Don’t forget to dress up your refreshments to match the theme. Make boring water bottles the life of the party with retirement water bottle labels that peel-and-stick for a small detail that makes a big impact. Step 6 - Games When planning for a retirement party, you don’t want to skip out on the entertainment. Play a few rounds of funny retirement bingo as a hilarious end to the party and the perfect way to send your new retiree off on their new journey with a smile on their face. ******* Still looking for retirement party ideas? Check out our Black and Gold Retirement Party Collection. Tell us about your office retirement party! Leave us a comment below or share your photos with us on our Facebook Page or Instagram with #distinctivs! Related Content:Happy Retirement Party - 5 Ways to Help You Celebrate How To Use Our Water Bottle Labels How to Use Distinctivs® Party Stickers How To Use Our Candy Wrapper Labels For Your Party

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We love seeing a peek at what our stylish GWS brides + grooms have been up to even after their wedding day has passed. Renata from Big Bear Photo Co was the bride from one of our most popular weddings (filled with lots of pretty paper flowers!) and grabbed our attention once again when she sent us photos...

So, you're hosting a dinner party—and just about everything is set, from your impressive menu to your thoughtful table settings. You've even curated your guest…

Debbie Major's cabbage soup is based on a traditional Portuguese recipe – caldo verde – which translates as 'green soup.'

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