Planning a divorce party might seem overwhelming, but selecting food for it doesn't have to be. Divorce party food can range from cocktail parties and sit-down dinners to buffets and barbecues. Whether you're firing up the grill, hiring a caterer, or ordering in, with a little proper planning your divorce party can be a hit.
Instructions
Plan Your Menu and Shop for Food
1. Decide what type of food you'll serve. If you've chosen a theme, select food based on that, but add in a few non-theme-related items. For example, if you're having a fiesta, serve chips and guacamole, but also serve veggies and dip.
2. Choose between a buffet, barbecue, appetizers or a sit-down dinner. If you're going to a restaurant, consider offering your guests a fixed price menu with a limited selection of items. This will save time in ordering and will make it easier to gauge an accurate price per plate.
3. Select a menu. Even if you're planning a casual cheese-and-crackers party, plan to serve something a little more substantial if you're serving alcohol. Consider serving something fun at the buffet or sit-down dinner, like anatomically shaped pasta.
4. Decide how much food you'll need. Most people eat between four and six appetizers if you're also serving a meal--ten to twelve if not. For more information on portions per person visit the Food Network website (see Resources below).
5. Shop for food a few days before the party when you have a more accurate head count. Select produce and meat the day of the party.
Prepare and Serve Food
6. Prepare as much food as possible ahead of time. Chop and wash vegetables, prepare dips and slice desserts. Slice meat and bread so your guests won't have to.
7. Set out hot food after guests arrive and make sure guests have the right utensils.
8. Restock food at the buffet as serving platters are emptied. Keep the buffet area clean. Once most of your guests have eaten, clear the buffet and set out dessert plates and coffee.
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