I want to have a beer/wine + appetizers + dessert party. What do you call it?

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We're not serving cocktails so I can't call it a cocktail party. We will have heavy appetizers but it's not technically dinner. Please help! Thanks.

micheleinmaryland · Answer

Sounds like tapas. You can just call it a tapas party, or a small plates party.

Rachel S. · Answer

You'd better explain the acronym on the invite, or someone might think it's an "anything but clothes" party. ;)

Pmudpies · Answer

ABC   Apps,  Booze and cookies

SeaJambon · Answer

A sweet and savory sampler party?  Naughty and nice nibbles?  A "bookend" party? ...

Benny · Answer

a soiree?