by: Grayson Leverenz
Americans love the movies. We love the stars. We love the stories. We love the surround sound. We love the movies so much in fact we spent $9.5 billion at the box office in 2008, and that doesn’t include the popcorn.
On Sunday February 22, 2009, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences hosts the 81st annual Academy Awards®, or the Oscars as it’s nicknamed after the golden statuette winners receive. The event promises lots of celebrities, lots of high fashion and more than a few surprises. Click here to see the list of nominees.
Those of us not lucky enough to score a ticket to the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles have the perfect opportunity to throw a cocktail party at home. Here are some tips for hosting your own Oscar Night:
Wear: Cocktail attire. It’s fun to get dressed up every now and then, and it totally works with the theme of the Oscars.
Eat: Fancy appetizers. Click here for “10 Elegant Appetizer” ideas from The Food Network. They all look delicious, but the Shrimp with Chile-Cilantro Rub looks out of this world.
Drink: The Red Carpet Fizz, or one of the other fun drinks found in the Oscar Party Kit.
1/2 oz Pomegranate Juice
1/3 oz Orange Liquor
Add Fresh Raspberries
Top with Moët & Chandon White Star Champagne
Watch: Hugh Jackman host the awards on ABC at 5pm PT / 8pm ET.
Play: Oscars Bingo while you watch. Click here for boards. You can also click here for the Official Oscars Ballot for your guests to predict the winners and track their success.
Enjoy the show!
