Guy 101: How to Throw the Ultimate Holiday Party
Just because you’ve been to dozens of lame holiday shindigs doesn’t mean yours has to be one. To give you some ideas beyond eggnog and roasted chestnuts, we consulted the pros: Kyle Davidson, mixologist at Chicago’s premier throwback cocktail hub The Violet Hour, and actor Joe Gannascoli, tough guy with a secret on The Sopranos and a self-taught gourmet chef, who spices up his “culinary novel” A Meal to Die For with as many recipes as mob hits. Throw in some holiday music that doesn’t suck and cool bar fixtures, and you’ll be hosting a classic party in no time.
