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Hosting a Friendsgiving with Small Bites & Cambria Wines

November 10, 2019 By Erin Kennedy 52 Comments

This Friendsgiving entertaining was hosted by Cambria Winery.

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year. A time for gratitude and giving thanks with your family. However, our friends can be family to us too. Even if we don’t get to spend the exact day of Thanksgiving with them, that doesn’t mean you can’t have a get-together to show how much they mean to you. Throwing a Friendsgiving means gathering your friends and enjoying the tastes of the delicious food, drink and their company.  It can be a blast, and it doesn’t have to be too complicated to put together.

My husband and I love entertaining, but for our Friendsgiving event  we wanted it to be an informal sit-down Thanksgiving dinner. We decided to make it a mingling event with good wine, delicious bites, lots of talking, laughing and an all-around fun evening.

I decided to create a small bites menu for easy eating since we wouldn’t be using a fork and knife to eat, and would more than likely be standing. I took all the main elements of a large Thanksgiving meal and made them into some finger food sizes.

It was fun creating this menu, and the guests loved it. We also enjoyed some delicious wine, which is always a hit. We wanted our guests to enjoy some of our favorite wine from Cambria Estate Winery. We served 2012 Cambria Julia’s Vineyard Pinot Noir, and 2012 Cambria Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay.

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To save space and add flow to the room, we set up a buffet table with decor, plates, glasses, and utensils. We then used a round table to hold all the food and allow people to easily make a plate. We had plenty of wine on both tables because we all need easy access to that!

 

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Cranberry and Sage Stuffed Turkey Roulade Bites
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Crème Fraîche
Shaved Brussel Sprouts with Bacon in Fillo Cups
Maple Sausage Cornbread Stuffing in Baked Apples
Mini Vanilla Stuffed Spice Cakes with Caramel


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Comments

  1. Madison | Wetherills Say I Do says

    November 14, 2014 at 6:05 pm

    This is an amazing Friendsgiving. So many great ideas for decorations, recipes and diy’s! I’ll definitely be putting Cambria wine on my shopping list!

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  2. Dawn says

    November 15, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    What a spread! Can I come to your house?

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  3. Alejandra says

    November 15, 2014 at 5:57 pm

    wow can we be friends? Everything looks delicious and so beautiful, love all the small details.

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  4. R U S S says

    November 15, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    You did an awesome job with this! I love your set-up, it’s so pretty and enticing. Im sure your friends appreciated everything you’ve done.

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  5. paula schuck says

    November 15, 2014 at 6:52 pm

    Super cute! I love the pictures and they canapés are making me hungry. The wine looks great. I would love some right about now! Your menu is gorgeous and the squash soup – oh my gosh so pretty!

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  6. Eileen says

    November 15, 2014 at 8:43 pm

    Great photos! I especially love your black board menu, it’s so fun!

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  7. Jennifer Corter says

    November 15, 2014 at 9:07 pm

    Oh my goodness, this is an INCREDIBLE post! Everything is so beautiful! You did an amazing job! Plus, I love the word “Friendsgiving!” :)

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  8. Michelle Hwee says

    November 15, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    Wow this is absolutely beautiful!! :) I love the colors and how it makes it seem like FALL is everywhere :) great job!!

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  9. Dawn McAlexander says

    November 16, 2014 at 4:47 am

    What a great party! I especially love your menu and the buffet. Gorgeous!

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  10. Fi Ní Neachtáin says

    November 16, 2014 at 6:34 am

    Wow, this looks so amazing! You did a fantastic job, everything down to the last detail is perfect! The menu board looks great and the falling leaves above the table give such a whimsical feel. I have to pin your post :)

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  11. Amanda @ Adorkablii says

    November 16, 2014 at 10:50 am

    Date and time please? Hehe. The food looks amazing and I love the set up!!!

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  12. Catherine S says

    November 16, 2014 at 12:23 pm

    You did a fantastic job. Everything looks so pretty and the food looks amazing. I like the idea of doing something non-traditional every once in a while.

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  13. Giveaways 4 Mom says

    November 16, 2014 at 12:39 pm

    I love the photos, everything looks amazing. I wish I could attend.

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  14. Heather says

    November 16, 2014 at 1:11 pm

    I love the hanging leaves and the pumpkin candles! I think it would be great to host a “Friendsgiving”. What a great idea!

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  15. Ann BAcciaglia says

    November 16, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    Your photos are unbelievable! I love your menu board and decorate. The food looks fantastic. I am sharing this with my friends.

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  16. Delia @ Happy Blogger Plaza says

    November 16, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    I love the set up, what a wonderful job! And those fancy glasses? Just perfect :)

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  17. kendall says

    November 16, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    Looks like an amazing party! Love the decor and table setting!

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  18. JoAnna says

    November 16, 2014 at 2:45 pm

    Friendsgiving is the best – almost better than Thanksgiving with the family because there’s (usually) no drama! All of the food looks so delicious. I really like the menu that you wrote out on the chalkboard. This is very well done and I can tell that you worked very hard on it!

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  19. Jay says

    November 16, 2014 at 4:07 pm

    Wow, I wanna be your friend and family. The decoration itself made me wonder if I’m reading about a home photo shoot of a magazine or something. And the finger food and wine is absolutely gorgeous. I’m an event planner besides my marketing job, so this kind of setup is really appreciated!

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  20. Melissa Vera says

    November 16, 2014 at 4:41 pm

    What a beautiful set up and the food looks absolutely delicious. I so want to be invited to this party.

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  21. Franc Ramon says

    November 16, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    Cambria looks like a perfect complement for parties. It would be nice to have small bites as it’s much easier to prepare and can be eaten by more people.

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  22. Terri Ramsey Beavers says

    November 16, 2014 at 6:03 pm

    The menu sounds delicious. I have some Cambia wine I’m saving for Thanksgiving. I’d love to try some of your recipes.

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  23. Nancy says

    November 16, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    Love the chalkboard menu you presented over the liquour cabinet. Your decorations were all so gorgeous.

    I’m sort of having a freindsgiving too. My Canadian friends and I (We’re CDN too) are having thanksgiving together this year. It’ll be fun! I just got back from World Market stocking up on some decorations :)

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  24. Mama to 5 BLessings says

    November 16, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    Looks like an incredible menu! What an amazing party!

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  25. Trisha says

    November 16, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    I won’t be hosting Thanksgiving this year, my sister-in-law will be, but I could definitely bring along some of the menu items you mentioned. I think the Maple Sausage Cornbread Stuffing in Baked Apples would go over well with the family! I’ll have to bring some Cambria Wine as well.

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  26. Anna says

    November 16, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    Everything looks so beautiful and delicious! I’m trying to think of how to do a Thanksgiving on a budget this year since our plans changed the past couple days :/.

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  27. Sandy says

    November 17, 2014 at 12:46 am

    What a great way to celebrate with friends. I love your bite sized snacks.

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  28. Celebdirtylaundry says

    November 17, 2014 at 7:45 am

    Such an amazing friendsgiving, the decorations look beautiful and the food looks so delicious!

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  29. Aisha Kristine Chong says

    November 17, 2014 at 11:13 am

    Such a wonderful look at everything there – so classy perfect for this friendsgiving!

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  30. cindy says

    November 17, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    Wow this looks amazin! I want to go to Thanksgivin there! Picture perfect!

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  31. Krystal's Kitsch says

    November 17, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    The chalkboard menu is AMAZING. I love the entire set up, and I’ve actually drank Cambria before!

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  32. Kerri says

    November 17, 2014 at 9:43 pm

    Looks like a spectacular tablescape. I love having friends over during the holiday season.

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  33. Bonnie @ wemake7 says

    November 18, 2014 at 9:49 am

    Wow! You did an excellent job on your post and your pictures are awesome. Thanks for sharing.

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  34. Tiffany Hathorn says

    November 18, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    First of all, how cool is the idea of having a Friendsgiving?! I think that your photos and setup is visually stunning. And the appetizers/drinks look tasty! Top notch, my friend.

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  35. Kristine @ Big Dreams, Shallow Pockets says

    November 18, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    You did so good on this! It looks so cozy and inviting. That chalkboard menu is to die for! Seriously!

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  36. Danielle K says

    November 18, 2014 at 2:29 pm

    I love the idea of having a Friendsgiving. Your spread looks amazing and I just love how you set it all up :)

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  37. Amanda {Planning It All} says

    November 18, 2014 at 2:56 pm

    I’ve seen so many great Friendsgiving posts & yours is so beautiful; i want to try this trend next year!

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  38. Michelle says

    November 18, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    Love your tables cape, the pops of blue and the entire concept!

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  39. Yona Williams says

    November 18, 2014 at 4:20 pm

    Small bites and wine…what a perfect combination. I would love to create an arrangement like this one of these days. Maybe when my friends come up to visit from out of town.

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  40. Alana (@ I have a Future and a Hope) says

    November 18, 2014 at 8:19 pm

    Your presentation is amazing! AMAZING! I love the small bites. I would love to come to this friendsgiving.

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  41. Jessica Doll says

    November 19, 2014 at 10:40 am

    This looks so great! Beautiful party! I don’t think I could turn down a friendsgiving that includes wine, haha.

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  42. Caroline says

    November 19, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    This is my kind of entertaining! Love to entertain with tapas or appetizers and don’t forget the wine!!! Everything looked perfect and really tasty, I’m sure your guests were impressed. Good work!

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  43. Rubbie Anne Abad says

    November 20, 2014 at 12:03 am

    Your photos are to die for! Would love to go to such event

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  44. Kimberly says

    November 20, 2014 at 7:28 am

    Wine and Cheese trays are all the rage in our family this year. I love your pics!

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  45. Jen says

    November 20, 2014 at 8:48 am

    very pretty. I cant wait to use some of these ideas.

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  46. Erin says

    November 20, 2014 at 11:02 am

    I love everything about this! I’ve wanted to do a dinner party like this, but we simply don’t have the space in our apartment. Choosing the small bite-sized foods was an fantastic choice.

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  47. Patti says

    November 20, 2014 at 11:24 am

    Wow! Everything looks so lovely. Your guests are very lucky. I love your tablescapes and the chalkboard menu. The food looks delicious and I always enjoy a good Pinot.

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  48. Aisha LC says

    November 20, 2014 at 12:45 pm

    That looks so good! My friends and I have a thanksgiving/Christmas together and this is a great thing to start doing instead of traditional dinner!

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  49. Joyce@MyStayAtHomeAdventures says

    November 20, 2014 at 1:05 pm

    Oh my! These photos are amazing. Great ideas.

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  50. Ali says

    November 21, 2014 at 3:22 pm

    OMG i love love love all of this. Now that our home is finally coming together I want to host a friendsgiving or ugly sweater party. This is just more party inspiration. Beautimous!

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  51. Jen @ The Halfway Homemaker says

    November 22, 2014 at 1:46 pm

    Beautiful settings. The food looks delicious, too!

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  52. Jane says

    June 14, 2015 at 10:08 pm

    Fabulous! I think there are some great ideas for couples getting married and want that quaint intimate feel.

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