Any Ideas for a cape cod theme party?!
Any Ideas for a cape cod theme party?
Its my parents 50th wedding anniversary, they met in cape cod, MA. We thought it would be cool to do a cape cod themed party, anyone have any ideas or websites you could direct me too? So far kind of at a loss as to what ideas to go with...Thanks
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capecod.com
I don't know much about Cape Cod, but I think you could get your theme across with a nautical or beachy themed party. You could serve lobster and boardwalk treats like french fries and ice cream.
The Wikipedia article has a section on what Cape Cod is known for, and that might help you in your brainstorming. Here's the link for that article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/cape_cod#to...
Hope this helps and hope you have a great party!
As above I'd go with a nautical or beach theme, with a menu consisting of boiled lobster, steamed clams, clam chowder, corn on the cob and boiled red potatoes. For drinks, what else, Cape Codders (Vodka and Cranberry juice)
Do a nautical/lighthouse theme.
Serve tradtional clambake - good recipe/directions in Joy of Cooking.
Serve good beer in bottles and good ginger ale for those who prefer no alcohol.
Play music from the early 1950's especially "Old Cape Cod" probably by rosemary cluny or a contemporary of hers.
Did your parents have a favorite restaurant or hangout in Cape Code? Maybe you could find out more about where they met, research that, and find old photos of the area from that time. The Cape Code Chamber of Commerce might be a good place to start: http://www.capecodchamber.org/
When I think Cape Cod, I think lobster, navy and white linens, silver pails, sand, sea shells. How about a message in a bottle invitation? Decorate place cards or food labels for the buffet by gluing on tiny shells.
Oriental Trading Company has some great nautical and beach themed party supplies: http://www.orientaltrading.com
Congratulations to your parents on 50 years of marriage. What an accomplishment! Enjoy the party!