Working from home has caused a shift for many business cultures in a lot of ways—some good, some unfortunate. While wearing sweatpants at your 9 to 5 became an unexpected perk of the pandemic, working from home has compromised being in close proximity to your coworkers. As a result, you may miss the comradery that came with working at the office or the company events that encouraged such.
With the continued vaccine rollouts, you can soon reunite with your beloved teammates. Not all employees will feel comfortable hitting the bars after work quite yet. So, we’ve provided advice on how to throw an at-home happy hour, so you can enjoy your coworkers’ company safely and from the comfort of your home.
Don’t Overdo the Food
To throw an entertaining at-home happy hour, focus on the atmosphere and quality cocktails. Don’t stress yourself out preparing entrees for your guests—tell them that it’s a happy hour party and not a dinner party.
On the flipside, you don’t want to have your guests drinking on an empty stomach. Offer light bites and finger food to pair with drinks. Charcuterie boards provide a very popular option for happy hours. Fashionably assemble all your favorite meats, cheeses, nuts, and other bite-sized goods onto a charcuterie board for guests to admire and devour throughout the gathering.
Stock Your Home Bar
Get your home bar ready to go—or prepare whatever your version of a home bar looks like! You can set your at-home happy hour up for success by equipping your cabinet with various liquors and wines to choose from. You can appease everyone’s taste without breaking the bank by buying your alcohol from a big-box store.
Ensure that you can produce your desired cocktails by investing in the top home barware essentials. Don’t forget to stow some non-alcoholic beverages in the fridge as options for any folks who aren’t drinking and as mixers.
Break the Ice
As often as you may virtually interact with one another, the first few minutes of any off-the-clock event can feel awkward. Alleviate the tension by creating a comforting atmosphere. Music, décor, and natural lighting are great ways to create a welcoming vibe in your abode. Consider having a few ice-breaker games on standby, should you need a conversation starter.
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