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Joy 10/03/14 |
We are planning a 2 hour party with fruits and cheese, bread any crackers, vege tray, nuts and olives.....for 80 how much do I need to buy. Tks |
ellen 10/03/14 |
What time does it start and end? This affects amounts. Write back. |
Joy 10/03/14 |
2 hours |
ellen 10/03/14 |
Joy, the amount of food varies substantially if it starts at 2 pm or 8 pm, compared to 5-7 pm. What time does it actually start? |
joy 10/04/14 |
4pm to 6pm |
Joy 10/04/14 |
Good Morning Ellen, Thanks for your help with our party. The menu consists of four varieties of cheese, fresh fruit, dried fruit, spanikopita (100), mini quiche (40), apple-onion bites (40),salmon spirals (40), italian meats (salami etc) vege tray with dips, breads and crackers and a small bowl of assorted olives. What I am struggling with is the amount of fruit, cheese and veges given the other foods we are serving for our group of 80. I really appreciate your help and any suggestions you can offer us. Tks, joy |
ellen 10/05/14 |
Thanks, Joy, Because people will be coming from other activities or work, and it is a long time since lunch, the appetites will be pretty good. Also, I always make sure I have enough of everything for 1 1/2 to 2 pieces per person, especially the more desirable items; otherwise a lot of people notice that "someone else got something and I did not", which tends to put a damper on the party feeling. So, you may want to make some additions, or perhaps skip one and have more of others. For this length of time in this slot, here is what I would do:
fresh fruit, 4-6 pieces per person, fruit tray page tells how much each type fruit makes
four varieties of cheese, 6 pounds nuts, 4-5 pounds small bowl of assorted olives. 2-3 quarts
This makes about 14 bites per person, which will not leave much left, but will give everyone some nice bites. |
Joy 10/05/14 |
Hi Ellen, You are a great help!! Thanks for taking the time to fine tune my menu and help with the amounts! I love your site, I am so glad I found it...If you're ever have the chance to come to the Southern Oregon Area, it would be a pleasure to meet you. Thanks again for your help, Joy |