Dear Readers,

The past couple of posts have focused on various New Year‘s traditions; and I have one more to share with you.   Actually, this tradition is one of my favorites – the New Year’s toast.  On this occasion, my husband and I are thrilled with a glass of perfectly chilled champagne.  There have been times when we have been just as content with a glass of sparkling apple cider.  Martinelli’s is our favorite.

However, if you are thinking of champagne, and need some ideas, I hope this post will come in handy.  I have also included a few food suggestions for your consideration.  Whatever you decide, remember there is only one rule – please have fun.

So here’s my toast to you my friends.
In the New Year, may your right hand always be stretched out in friendship,
but never in want.
Traditional Irish Toast

With Peace & Blessings,
Monique

Veuve Cliquot via elegant-classics.tumblr.com

Blue Velvet Cake via Oprah.com

Lanson Pink Champagne via sleever.com

Lanson Brut via thedrinksbusiness.com

Southern Fried Chicken via twirlandtaste.com

Tattinger Rose via google.co.uk

Tattinger Brut – Kelly Renee via Pinterest.com

White Flower Champagne glasses via Etsy.com

White Flower Farm Tulip – BHG.com

Pommery Champagne – elle.it

Pommery Champagne via Nadia Von Kitchevitch via Pinterest.com

Goat Cheese Deviled Eggs via seattletimes.nwsource.com

Queens English Champagne Bucket via Interior Illusions

Gold Moet and Chandon via ananas.com.au

GM Mumm via thedrinksbusiness.com

GM Mumm Pink via gayot.com

Blooming Champagne cocktail via mollyann-m-blogspot.com

Vanilla Caramels with Sea Salt via sweet candy.com

Piper via flickr.com

Laurent Perrier via wildcard.co.uk

Laurent Perrier via bridesmagazine.co.uk

Cheese and fruit plate via Health.com

Perrier Jouet via sheknows.com

Perrier Jouet Rose via Kate Valdmanis, Pinterest

Nicolas Feuillate via the drinks business.com