Dips & Sips

How to Host the Dips & Sips Event

Set the Scene:

Decorate a simple snack station with bright tablecloths, string lights, and a festive sign:
“Celebrate Dips and Sips with Us!”
Add small accents like succulents, colorful bowls, and themed napkins.

Snacks and Drinks:

Chips and Queso Bar: Offer classic queso, spicy queso, and guacamole with a variety of chips.
Margaritas: Serve classic margaritas and mocktails for everyone to enjoy.
Include bottled water or soda as additional options.

Interactive Fun:

Flavor Vote: Set up a simple poll for residents to vote on their favorite margarita or queso flavor.
Quick Trivia: Add a few fun facts about margaritas or tortilla chips to spark conversations.

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How to Partner with Local Businesses

Local Restaurants:

Partner with a neighborhood Mexican restaurant or taco shop to provide chips, queso, or salsa. Offer them an opportunity to set up a small booth for promotion.

Bartending Service:

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Invite a local mobile bar service to provide margaritas or host a quick margarita-making demo.

Specialty Food Vendors:

Collaborate with a local guacamole or salsa maker to feature their products at your bar or as samples for residents.

Event Sponsors:

Ask local businesses to sponsor parts of the event (e.g., covering the cost of queso or margarita supplies) in exchange for signage or promotional materials at the event.

Gift Cards or Coupons:

Partner with local restaurants or bars to offer gift cards or discounts as raffle prizes or giveaways during the event.

Interactive Demos:

Invite a chef or local artisan to host a live demo, such as making fresh tortillas or mixing margaritas.

Co-Branded Goodie Bags:

Assemble take-home goodie bags with coupons or small items from local businesses, like mini hot sauces or spice blends.

Why It Works:
Local partnerships bring a unique touch to your event, support small businesses, and create meaningful connections between residents and the neighborhood. It’s a win-win for everyone involved!