What to eat at a birthday party?
The so-called “food and drinks” are a central part of a birthday party and, therefore, the biggest headache for those who organize it. But let's face it, as hosts of an event we have to know how to welcome our guests, but the idea is not to “starve” anyone. It is necessary to try to find a balance in the quantities of food to be served and the stock of drinks to be purchased and this is the biggest difficulty, which is why the tendency is to exaggerate.
The key word is once again planning: making a list of the menu and the associated shopping list and attention to detail can make the difference between a memorable party because everyone liked it, or a party…memorable because there were those who found fuuuuuuull dishes of traces of crumbs.
It all depends on the length of the party, the age group and the type of guests - there are always those who eat and drink more and those who eat and drink less - but here are some indications that can serve as a reference:
When deciding the weight of the birthday cake, keep in mind that an average slice of cake per guest varies between 100 and 150 grams.
At a party with only sweets and snacks, it is recommended that there are 10 to 12 snacks per person, if we are talking about miniatures. Then, in relation to the assorted sweets, you should calculate about eight per person.
Speaking of drinks, namely juices, you should assume around two glasses per person as an average consumption (600ml). With regard to alcoholic drinks, the reference is to consume one glass per person (300ml). Speaking of beer in particular, you should calculate at least two to three doses per person.
If the party includes a main meal, there are some considerations to keep in mind regarding portions and quantities. If we are talking about a barbecue, 300g of meat per person should be considered, but if it is another type of dish, the amount of meat is around 200g per person. Regarding side dishes, you should aim for 50g of rice per person, which means that one kilo of rice will feed 20 people. As for vegetables, salads and other “green” side dishes, 150g per person should be assumed. When serving bread and cheese as a starter, you should consider approximately 150g of cheese per person and 50g of bread.
Whether it's a barbecue, a dinner or a children's party, we always have difficulty deciding what to serve, getting the amounts right and not having any waste. Finally, we left suggestions for three different menus for a children's party combined with Party at Home products:
Menu 1 (two hour party for children up to five years old)
Bread with ham and/or cheese
Chips
Popcorn
Juices/Water
Birthday Cake
Menu 2 (two hour party for children up to 12 years old)
Bread with ham and/or cheese
Chips
Popcorn
Cookies
Gelatin
Chocolate Mousse
Juices/Water
Birthday Cake
Menu 3 (a whole afternoon of celebration with a snack or main meal in the mix)
Pizza/Hot dog
Fruit Skewers
Bread with ham and/or cheese
Chips
Popcorn
Cookies
Gelatin
Chocolate Mousse
Juices/Water
Birthday Cake
SEE ALSO :
- Secrets for a Simple and Inexpensive Birthday Party
- 5 Tips for Organizing a Successful Party at Home
- Birthday Party Decor: Most Popular Themes and Trends for 2024
- Examples of Children's Birthday Party Decorations
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