Party Food Planning Tips

One of the most essential parts of a party can be the food. You need to know the quantity. You need to know what drinks to serve and the other party accessories and staples to provide.
You also need take the guests into consideration before starting out with your recipes.
Party food planning is not an easy part of the party planning...but just like anything else, you just need to have a guide to help you through. So here are some great helpful tips for the food planning aspect of your party...
* Remember the cardinal rule: for every person, you need a pound of food for snacks and one and a half pounds for the actual meal...
...for the appetizers, prepare at least five for each guest. Use the one and a half pounds per guest rule for the dips and the fondue.

* For the beverages, remember that the quantity of the drinks will vary depending on the number of guests...
...consider how long the party will be and remember to equip your party with the following: ice, napkins and enough cups so the guests won't have to stick with their dirty ones all the time. For kids I recommend writing their names on them.

* Basic recipe conversion: a liter is equivalent to 4 and 1/4 cups, 3 teaspoons equate to a tablespoon and a pint means two cups.

* Start as early as possible...Plan six weeks before the actual date of the party. Know what type of party it is, the recipes needed and other purchases you need to make.

* Buy non-perishable items first for practical reasons.

* Invest in kitchen equipment and other food processors, if you have the means...
...get mixers, blenders, food processors and choppers. Guaranteed you will never have regrets once you buy these time-saving devices.

* Rent glassware, cutlery, china and linen if needed, for a larger more formal party affair...remember that in a party, it is not just about the food. Fancy can really spice up the atmosphere, so if you do not have china available, borrow from friends or rent.

* When food planning know what food your guests will like...
...be sensitive to your guests' needs and wants. It is important if you find out if any of them has food allergies.
Party food planning is half science, half art. It needs a lot of skills, precision, creativity and fun! Everything pays off when your guests have nothing but praises for your food and your party.

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