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amother

OP ↓

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 12:54 pm

Looking for ideas

was it the setup?
the food?
the fun - if yes what was it?
the program - if yes what was it?

thanks

amother

Beige

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 12:56 pm

The atmosphere

amother

Alyssum

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 12:58 pm

The above of course.

For me, it's the center pieces. Also, the tablecloth. You can set the tone with it.

amother

Antiquewhite

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 1:07 pm

For me it’s always the vibe. When no one feels pressured and everyone is just happy

amother

Dill

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 1:09 pm

It was every single detail together. Every single one was so thought out.

amother

Chocolate

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 1:10 pm

a good atmosphere that comes from friendship, camaraderie, and nice fun people. also heartwarming entertainment, like a kumzitz or concert.

amother

Cantaloupe

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 1:11 pm

Food

amother

DarkOrange

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 1:11 pm

When everyone there, from wherever, comes together over something. The music can make a big difference. And if there is a speaker, they have to be very real.

simcha12plus

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 2:27 pm

Very upscale flowers, food, and decor.
Rich people can make really wow events.

naturalmom5

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 3:00 pm

THE FOOD

groovy1224

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 3:08 pm

In my experience, it's a combination. The food is a big one. If there are kids, have something for them to do whether it's entertainment or a craft. Enough seating so people can enjoy comfortably. Music playing loud enough to hear but not loud enough to ruin conversations. And the decor really does make a difference in making your party more of an 'experience.'

MyUsername

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 3:25 pm

Music. Not too loud, gives the right tone. It makes all the difference!

amother

NeonPink

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 3:26 pm

World Of Warcraft

amother

Bone

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 3:52 pm

amother OP wrote:

Looking for ideas

was it the setup?
the food?
the fun - if yes what was it?
the program - if yes what was it?

thanks

What does a wow factor mean to you? What are you looking to accomplish?

When I just moved to a new city, we were invited out to 2 different families for shabbos meals. The first one had an immaculate house, beautiful tablescape, and lots of delicious trendy dishes. The second one looked like her kids had helped her set the table, she served good old fashioned food and the atmosphere was relaxed and warm.

Guess whose family I would look forward to going to again?

The one with the wow factor - I felt like she was trying to say "look at me, look what I can do", the second one I felt like she was trying to say "I want to get to know you - I want you to feel welcome".

amother

Dodgerblue

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 4:25 pm

I assume you mean WOW as in fancy

The decor, for sure, makes it or breaks it.
If you give out cool party favors, that also helps.

Just delicious food on its own is not enough.

amother

Poinsettia

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 4:58 pm

Lighting

amother

↑ OP ↓

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 5:06 pm

thanks everyone

I mean wow as in - it was worth my while to come
this party was thoroughly enjoyable

amother

Teal

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 5:47 pm

I once went to a tzedaka event, where they had a singer who managed to get the whole crowd up dancing and singing. I'm generally a shy quiet type but I remember coming home from that party on a high. I think.a program that gets everyone involved makes the event..

amother

Pear

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 5:59 pm

amother OP wrote:

thanks everyone

I mean wow as in - it was worth my while to come
this party was thoroughly enjoyable

I usually go for the people.....

jeg

Thu, Nov 30 2023, 6:23 pm

Although not always possible, when the host of a simcha takes a minute to say hello it means a lot to me. Food wise I love when there is a healthy option so I can feel like I am participating without feeling guilty. Also I love when there is something new and unexpected that we haven't seen at every other event. For example, wayyyy before empanadas were trendy, or even well known in the American frum community I had some at a wedding and it was super cool. I'd rather see something unique than something that fits all the trends. It doesn't have to be fancy or expensive but if there was, say, an Ethiopian or an authentic Caribbean dish on the menu I would remember it for years to come.

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