| How to Display Donuts for a Party Posted: 15 Oct 2021 01:00 AM PDT A finger food like donuts makes for a great party treat that your guests can enjoy. Displaying them well can be a challenge, especially if you'd like to make your donuts the star of the show. Try to match the theme of your party with your donut arrangement to make your guests appreciate the look and aesthetic of your tasty treats. [Edit]Mimicking a Cake - Pile your donuts on a cake stand for a high tower. Place a cake stand in the center of your food table. Arrange your donuts layer by layer so that they create a pyramid with 1 donut at the very top. Lay them flat so that they don't fall over.[1]
- This is a great look if you don't have a large cake at your party but you'd still like a nice centerpiece.
- You can also use mini donuts for a smaller party.
- Stack them sideways on a tiered stand to mimic a stacked cake. Set a 2 to 3 tiered cake stand on a table. Place your donuts one by one on each tier so that they are on their side and leaning on each other. Make them look like the sides of a beautiful and intricate cake.[2]
- Display your donuts on a baking tray for easy access. Set out a few large baking trays on a table. Arrange your donuts in straight lines sitting next to each other on the trays to mimic a sheet cake look. Direct your party guests to grab a donut one at a time.[3]
- If you don't have a lot of room, this might not be the best way to display your donuts.
- Assemble your donuts on top of a cake if you have one. You can never have too many treats at a party. If you'd like your guests to have a few layers of sweets to work through, use a small, flat cake as the base for your donuts. Stack your donuts on top of the cake in a pyramid to add more delicious layers to your cake.[4]
- This is a great idea if you are throwing a party for someone with a sweet tooth or you are displaying a wedding cake as well as donuts.
[Edit]Displaying Donuts on a Table - Stack 2 to 3 donuts in a to-go box as a party favor. Your guests don't have to eat the donuts while they are at your party. Instead, fill some small cardboard boxes with a few donuts each and have your guests grab them on their way out.[5]
- Arrange donuts holes with toothpicks in them for yummy finger food. Full-size donuts can be a lot to eat, and they might make your guests' hands sticky. Stick a toothpick into each donut hole and arrange them on a tray for your guests to pick up.[6]
- This goes great if you have other finger foods, like small sandwiches.
- Use your donuts like a placecard at a wedding. Since you've already arranged a seating arrangement, you can add a donut to each place before your guests sit down. Delight your guests with a sweet treat before dinner to whet their appetites.[7]
- Feeding your guests a donut before the reception is a great way to tide them over until dinner.
- Add donuts to your floral centerpieces. If you already have beautiful floral arrangements, stack a pyramid of donuts on top of them to add an edible feature to your displays. Make sure your guests know that only the donuts are edible, not the flowers.[8]
- This looks great at wedding receptions when flowers are already used a lot.
[Edit]Hanging Donuts on a Pegboard - Purchase a large pegboard. Depending on the size of your party, you may need a larger or smaller pegboard. Determine if you'd like 1 large pegboard or a few small pegboards and buy one made of wood for a classy look.[9]
- You can find pegboards at most hardware stores.
- Attach wooden dowels every . Pegboards have small holes that are spaced about apart. Stick wooden dowels into every third hole so that there is enough room for each donut to hang off of one.[10]
- You can buy wooden dowels at most hardware stores.
- Push the dowels in about halfway. Wooden dowels are usually about long. Leave about of the dowel sticking out of the pegboard to give enough room for the donut to hang off of.[11]
- Arrange your dowels in a geometric design, like a square or a triangle, for some added flair.
- Hang 1 donut on every dowel. Wash your hands and carefully pick up your donuts one at a time. Hang them off of your wooden dowels. Handle the donuts carefully so that they all stay in 1 piece.[12]
- If you have a lot of donuts, consider hanging 2 on each wooden dowel if there is room.
- If your donuts are different colors, arrange them in a color gradient that fades from light to dark for an attractive detail.
- Attach a funny phrase or message to your pegboard for some added flair. If you have extra room up top or you'd like to display a message to your guests, use some wooden letters and set them on top of the wooden dowels at the top of your pegboard. Use them to spell out "Happy Birthday," "Welcome," or something donut related, like "It's Donut Day."[13]
[Edit]Using Shelves - Hang free standing shelves on your wall for a decorative display. If your party is indoors or you already have some shelves in your house, you can add your donuts to them for a permanent display. Use a drill and some screws to attach shelves to your wall. Make sure you screw them into the studs in your wall so that they stay secure. Set your donuts up on the shelves on their own or on top of small plates.[14]
- Clean your shelves thoroughly before setting up your donuts to get rid of any dirt or dust.
- Set a small bookshelf on your table for a cute addition. If you want your dessert table to really stand out, set up a small, 3 shelf bookshelf at the very back of the table. Set your donuts up in layers on the shelves for a cute and simple display.[15]
- Paint your bookshelf to match the theme of your party for a matching look.
- Make your donuts the center of attention with a large bookshelf. If you have a lot of donuts and you want to make them the life of the party, arrange them in a single layer on each shelf of a bookshelf. Make sure your shelf is on flat ground so that it doesn't wobble around as your guests reach for their donuts.[16]
- If you want to mix it up, look for a bookshelf with a geometric design to stack your donuts on.
- Find some clear shelves for a classic donut display. Donuts in a diner or cafe are usually set in a small clear shelf with 2 to 3 layers. Set your donuts on a table in one of these to call back to the original way that donuts were displayed.[17]
- You can find donut shelves online or look for used ones at a thrift store.
- Try to order at least 1 donut per guest, or more if you want people to take them home as party favors.
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| How to Grow Shallots Posted: 14 Oct 2021 05:00 PM PDT Shallots are a member of the allium family and are closely related to garlic, onions, and chives—they're basically like fancy onions. They're delicious and easy to use in a variety of recipes. They're also super easy to grow. Whether you grow them from seed or from a bulb, all they need is enough sun and water and they'll grow into happy, healthy plants. To make it even easier for you, we've answered some of the most common questions that folks have about what it takes to grow shallots. [Edit]How long does it take to grow shallots? - From seed, shallots are ready for harvest after about 100-120 days. Shallot seeds are produced by the flowering top of the plant and are small and dark in color. They can be started indoors or sown directly into the grown. Shallots grown from seed produce up to 4 bulbs and are ready for harvest after about 100 days.[1]
- Shallots grown from seed produce fewer bulbs than shallots grown from cloves.
- Shallots grown from cloves are ready after about 60-120 days. Cloves are the separate sections of a shallot bulb. It's actually much more common to plant a clove instead of a seed to grow a shallot because they're more likely to reach maturity and they'll produce more bulbs by the time they're ready for harvest.[2]
[Edit]What month do you plant shallots? - Plant seeds about 4 weeks before the average last frost in your region. Shallots can tolerate frost, but they'll thrive and grow into healthy productive plants if you time your planting according to the last frost. Look up the average last frost date in your area online and plant your seeds in the soil about a month before it.[3]
- For instance, if the last expected frost date in your area is April 5, then plant the seeds around March 5.
- Plant bulbs in fall or early to mid-spring. Shallot bulbs are a little hardier than seeds so they can be planted a little longer before the last expected frost. Break bulbs into individual cloves and plant them about deep so the tops are just covered. Space the cloves about apart in rows spaced apart.[4]
- You can also actually cut larger cloves into smaller pieces and plant the individual pieces. Just make sure the head of the clove has some root on it.
[Edit]How do you plant shallots? - Plant seeds about deep. Make a small hole in the soil and drop a seed into it. Plant your seeds in rows spaced out apart and water the soil when you're finished.[5]
- Break bulbs into cloves and plant them about deep. Bury them in the soil so the tops are just covered with the pointy end facing up. Space the cloves about apart in rows spaced apart.[6]
- Space your shallots at least apart. Shallots need a decent amount of room so their bulbs can develop and grow. Stick to at least of space for seeds or cloves so they can grow and develop into healthy bulbs.[7]
[Edit]When can I transplant shallot seedlings? - Transplant the seedlings about 4-5 weeks before the last expected frost. You can start shallot seeds as early as 10-12 weeks before the last expected frost date. About a month or so before the frost date, transplant them into their containers or into the ground so they can start to grow into mature plants.[8]
- Starting shallot seeds in seed starting trays or small pots is a great way to let them grow into more established seedlings before you transfer them to grow in the ground or in larger containers
[Edit]Do shallots need full sun? - They prefer full sun, but will tolerate partial shade. If you're planting your shallots outside, try to choose a location with good drainage and full sun. For pot plants, choose a bright, sunny spot such as a windowsill. While shallots thrive in full sun, they can still grow and produce healthy bulbs in partial sunlight.[9]
[Edit]How do I care for shallots? - Choose an area with good drainage if you're planting outside. Shallots can rot if they sit for too long in over-saturated soil. Look for an area in your yard that doesn't hold water after a storm to identify locations with good drainage and plant your shallots there.[10]
- Water the soil enough to keep it moist but not saturated. Shallots prefer moist soil, but you may not need to water them every day. Check the soil to see if it's dry. If it is, water it. If it's still slightly damp, don't add more water so you don't overwater them, which could potentially cause them to rot.[11]
- The amount that you need to water your shallots can vary depending on your climate. For instance, if your soil dries out faster, you may need to water them more often.
- Give the shallots a heavy feeder fertilizer in the spring. Heavy-feeders are plants that need lots of minerals and nutrients to thrive, such as tomatoes, cabbage, onions, and shallots.[12] After you plant your shallots, give them a heavy feeder fertilizer according to the directions on the packaging to help them grow into healthy, strong plants.[13]
- You can find a heavy feeder fertilizer at your local garden supply store or nursery. You can also order it online.
[Edit]Can I plant shallots from the grocery store? - Yes! Simply break the bulb apart into individual cloves. Plant the cloves deep enough to just cover the tops with the pointy end facing up. They'll start to grow into entirely new plants that you can harvest somewhere between 60-120 days.[14]
- Avoid choosing shallots with sunken or soft spots on them.
[Edit]Can I grow shallots in pots? - Yes, you can grow 2-3 shallots in an 8-inch (20cm) pot. Choose a pot that's at least 8 inches (20cm) deep and fill it with quality gardening soil. Stick to no more than 3 cloves or seedlings per pot so they have plenty of room to develop a healthy root system.[15]
- Make sure the pot has drainage holes as well so your shallots won't get waterlogged and potentially rot.
[Edit]How do I harvest shallots? - Dig out the bulbs once the leaves begin to turn brown. Dying leaves that are falling over are a sure sign that your shallots are ready to be harvested. Loosen the soil with a small shovel or hand trowel and remove the bulbs.[16]
- Allow the bulbs to cure for at least 3 weeks. Place the harvested shallot bulbs in a shady, well-ventilated location and let them dry out. After about 3 weeks, pull off the dried tops and store them in a cool location until you're ready to use them![17]
- If you're choosing shallots from the grocery store to grow, double-check the description to make sure they're true French shallots and not multiplier onions.
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| How to Revive a Friendship Posted: 14 Oct 2021 09:00 AM PDT Reviving a friendship is totally possible, so don't give up on your friend. It's normal for friendships to change over time, but sometimes change is a good thing. Your friendship might even come back stronger than it was before! Reach out to your friend so you can start reconnecting. [Edit]Sparking Communication - Send your friend a message or text to break the ice. Don't wait for your friend to reach out. Write out a short message to start a conversation. Ask your friend a question or send a funny meme. If it's been a while, tell your friend you miss them and want your friendship to be like it was before.[1]
- Try something like, "Hey! How have you been lately?" or "I saw on Insta that you went to that new coffee shop. How was it?"
- If it's been a really long time, try something like, "Hey! I've been thinking about you a lot lately. I really miss all the good times we had. I really wish we could be that close again."
- If you had a fight with your friend, send a longer message via email. It'll give your friend time to think about what you have to say and decide if they want to write back.
- Keep the conversation going if they respond. Add on to what your friend says, and ask follow-up questions. Talk about what's going on in your lives, how you're feeling lately, and what you're working toward in the future.[2]
- For instance, let's say you asked your friend what they've been up to lately. They might reply with, "I've been filling out applications and finishing up my summer reading. Hbu?" You could reply, "I've been running a lot. Did you read any good books this summer?"
- If you had a fight, ask your friend to meet up in person to talk, if possible. If not, chat over the phone or in a video call.[3] You could text, "Do you want to chat tomorrow at the park?" or "Can we do a video chat?"
- Apologize if you and your friend had a falling out. Clear the air when you start talking again so you can start your friendship fresh. Talk to your friend about what went wrong. Then, tell your friend that you know you did something wrong and explain that you're sorry. Promise to do your best not to hurt them again.[4]
- You might say, "I know I hurt your feelings. I'm really sorry, and I promise to be a better friend."
- If you don't know what you did wrong, ask about it at the beginning of your talk. You could say, "I feel really bad about hurting your feelings, but I'm not sure what exactly I did wrong. Please tell me so I can fix things."
- Give your friend time to respond to you. Waiting for a response can be agonizing, but there's nothing you can do to make your friend reach out. Be patient as your friend decides how to respond. By giving them their space, you're showing them you really care about how they feel.[5]
- Hopefully, your friend will respond right away. Just in case they don't, plan some fun distractions for yourself while you wait. You might hang out with another friend, play a game, take your dog for a walk, or read a book.
- If you've drifted apart, it's possible your friend's life has just changed a lot. They might be busy with responsibilities that they have to prioritize, like school work, a job, or household chores. Try not to take their silence personally because it might not be about you.
[Edit]Reconnecting as Friends - Treat the friendship like it's brand new at first. If it's been a while, you might notice your friendship feels awkward at first, and that's okay. Pretend like you're just getting to know each other. Don't try to pick up exactly where you left off. Give your friendship time to grow, and it might come back stronger than ever.[6]
- For instance, you might miss watching movies with your friend every Friday night or swapping memes all day on social media. Hopefully, you'll be able to do that again soon, but it might take time to get to that point. When you first start reconnecting, stick to activities you'd do with a new friend, like playing a game or getting coffee together.
- You'll probably reconnect a lot faster if it hasn't been very long since your friendship faded. However, try to take things slow at first so you and your friend don't feel overwhelmed.
- Spend some time catching up to find out what's new. Enjoy reconnecting with your friend by swapping stories and talking about your lives. Ask your friend about what they've been doing recently and about any new interests they might have. Show excitement over what they have going on in their life.[7]
- You might ask questions like, "Have you done anything exciting since we last spoke?" "What's going on in your life these days?" or "Are you still drawing your comic books?"
- Send your friend old pics and memories to remind them of good times. Choose photos of fun times you had together or silly photos you took for fun. Keep your texts short and playful so they give your friend a warm, fuzzy feeling. Just send one photo or anecdote at a time so your friend doesn't feel bombarded.[8]
- For instance, you might send your friend a photo of you together at a sports event, of you two hanging out at your house, or of you two engaging in a shared interest.
- You might text a memory by saying, "Remember when we dropped water balloons off the stairs? That was a total mess!" or "Remember when we sang karaoke last year? I still think we were the best duet that night!"
- Accept your friend's decision if they don't want to be friends again. It's super painful to lose a friend, so you may be feeling really sad. Give yourself time to grieve the loss, but don't pressure your friend to revive your friendship if they aren't ready. Instead, focus on your other friends and meeting new people.[9]
- Talk to someone you trust about how you're feeling so you can get support. You could say, "I lost a good friend today, and I'm really sad about it. We had a lot of fun together, and I can't believe our friendship is over."
- Take extra special care of yourself! Losing a friend hurts a lot, so reach out to other friends or family members who can support you.
[Edit]Being There for Your Friend - Make plans with your friend so you don't lose touch again. Act now instead of saying you'll make plans later.[10] Make a list of activities you and your friend both like to do. Include activities you both used to do together and new things you can try together to make fresh memories. Then, start scheduling your hangouts.[11]
- For example, you might make plans to get coffee, watch a movie, walk around the park, play mini golf, try a new restaurant, make a craft, attend a book club, take a class, go to a paint and sip, or play board games.
- It's not enough to just say, "Let's hang out soon." Plan your hangout right now so you don't forget.
- Do a video chat if you can't hang out in person. You don't need to see each other in-person to have a fun time together. Download a video chat platform if you don't have one. Then, schedule a call with your friend.[12]
- Facetime, WhatsApp, Skype, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams are all great platforms for video calling.[13]
- Keep it simple by having a drink or dessert together over video chat.
- If you want to do an activity, watch a movie, play a video game, or draw together over video chat. Alternatively, get moving by going on a scavenger hunt over video chat.
- Celebrate your friend's important events and achievements. Show your friend you really care about them by keeping up with their life. Remember their birthday and wish them happy holidays. Additionally, check in with them to see how things are going so you can cheer them on toward their goals.[14]
- Text them things like, "How was school today?" "How'd your presentation go?" or "When's your next game?"
- If you normally exchange presents on special occasions, take time to pick out or make something special for them so they can tell you really thought about your gift.
- Focus on creating new memories together, not on the past. Your friendship might not be exactly the same as it was before, but don't let that get you down.[15] Instead, enjoy the friendship you have now. Do fun things with your friend, talk to them often, and try new activities. In time, your friendship can be even better than before.[16]
- Create a habit of making new plans after each activity you do with your friend so you always have something coming up.
- Don't worry if you and your friend can't see each other in-person very often. You can still have a strong friendship virtually! Just remember to text them often and schedule regular video calls.
- It's okay to disagree with your friend if you've had a fight in the past. Focus on the future and agree to let the past stay there.[17]
- Treat your faded friendship as a learning experience. Try to figure out what you could do differently in future relationships so your friendships stay strong.[18]
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