Large Group Dishes
When serving larger groups, it's best to choose dishes that are easy to prepare in bulk, keep well, and appeal to a wide range of tastes. Some of the most common dishes include:
Buffet-Style & Family-Style Meals
- Pasta Dishes – Baked ziti, lasagna, spaghetti with meatballs, or macaroni and cheese.
- Tacos/Fajitas – DIY taco or fajita bars with meats, tortillas, toppings, and sides.
- BBQ Platters – Pulled pork, brisket, ribs, or BBQ chicken with coleslaw and cornbread.
- Casseroles – Shepherd’s pie, enchiladas, or chicken and rice casseroles.
- Roast Meats – Roast chicken, turkey, ham, or prime rib with sides.
- Vegetables - Baked beans, potato salad
Finger Foods & Appetizer Platters
- Sliders – Mini burgers, pulled pork sliders, or chicken sandwiches.
- Wings – Buffalo, BBQ, or garlic parmesan wings.
- Cheese & Charcuterie Boards – Assorted meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruits.
- Spring Rolls & Dumplings – Asian-style finger foods with dipping sauces.
- Nachos & Chips with Dips – Guacamole, salsa, queso, or hummus platters.
Comfort & Homestyle Meals
- Chili & Soups – Served with bread or cornbread.
- Mashed Potatoes & Gravy – With meatloaf or roasted meats.
- Breakfast Platters – Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, and hash browns.
- Pizza – Easy to order or make in bulk.
- Baked Potatoes – With assorted toppings like cheese, bacon, sour cream, and chives.
Camping and Picnic Foods
Drinks
- How much Coffee to Serve a Group: Computes how much ground coffee (grounds) needed to brew a large volume of coffee based on the serving size and number of servings.
- How much Lemonade to Serve a Group: Computes how much powdered lemonade mix needed based on the serving size and number of servings.
- How many Bottles of Wine for a Party: Computes number of bottles of wine are needed for a group based on the number of people and the duration of the event (dinner party, get together).
- How many Bottle of Beer for a Party: Computes number of bottle of beer are needed for a group based on the number of people and the duration of the event (party, get together).
- How many Bottles for a Champagne Toast: Computes the number of bottles of champagne you'll need for a toast and the cost based on the number of people, ounces per glass, and ounces per bottle and price per bottle.