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Traditionally, the brideâs family throws the engagement party, but often the groomâs family likes to share in the festivities by cohosting the affair or holding one of its own. Part of the fun of an engagement party is letting your two families get to know each other. 1  done! 2  Pick a date. Traditionally, the brideâs family throws the engagement party, but often the groomâs family likes to share in the festivities by cohosting the affair or holding one of its own. 2  Part of the fun of an engagement party is letting your two families get to know each other.
How to Throw a Cocktail Party. Food. If you're throwing a cocktail party outside of typical meal hours, five or six types of hors d'oeuvres will be sufficient. Plan on each guests eating one or two of each kind. If your cocktail party takes place during meal hours, your guests will be hungry and there should be enough food to constitute a meal. Prepare eight to ten types of hors d'oeuvres and plan on each guest eating two to three of each.