Mexican Fiesta and Seven Layer Dip Recipe

This past weekend Kyle and I hosted a Mexican fiesta for a group of friends. Everything was chosen for it's easy preparation, as we shopped and cooked on the morning of the lunchtime gathering.

I love having a drinks table ready to go for when guests arrive, with everything at your fingertips- wine glasses, cups, straws, cocktail umbrellas... and in this case, moustaches and drink ponchos...

A moustache for each guest

I knew my inflatable cactus would come in handy one day!

Our starters were individual Mexican seven layer dips. They were delicious. See recipe below!

 

 

Drink ponchos are such a quick and cute idea! There is a how-to post coming later this week

 

 

The fresh and yummy salad served with lunch (which was chicken wings- not interested in eating or posting those!)

 

 

We served white wine sangria with cider, apple and mint. It was a great gathering and so simple to host. I love theming even the smallest of parties!

 

Individual Mexican seven layer dips (adapted from here)

 

Layer the dips as follows:

 

Layer 1: refried beans + taco seasoning

Layer 2: sour cream

 Layer 3: guacamole (avocado, lemon juice, salt and pepper)

Layer 4: salsa

Layer 5: grated cheese

Layer 6: chopped tomato

Layer 7: chopped green onions (olives optional)

 

Garnish with a corn chip.