1. Food And Entertaining
Chapter 25

2. Objectives 1. Plan a social gathering 2. Create a theme
4. Know what to include on an invitation
3. Prepare appetizers

3. Planning For Entertaining
Most enjoy getting together with family and friends
Planning will help it to go more smoothly
Gatherings should allow both the guests and hosts to relax and enjoy
Planning involves:
Money, Time and Energy

4. The Theme Princess Party White Party Fiesta Mardi Gras Spiderman
Social gatherings have themes
You can turn almost any idea into a theme
Sport events and Holidays are popular
What are some other themes?
Theme helps you determine:
What to wear
What foods to serve
What decorations to have
Ideas for Activities
Mardi Gras
Spiderman
Candles and Cupcakes

5. The Guest List Keep peoples interests and personalities in mind
Common interest will help your guests get to know each other
Keeping personalities in mind will help ensure that guests have a good time
The number of people invited should fit comfortably in the space available

6. The Invitations For large parties Invitations are more convenient
A formal event always requires Invitations
Invitation should include:
Date
Time
Place
Specify if the party is in honor of something
Indicate need for special clothing or attire (i.e. swimsuit for pool party)
RSVP :French phrase meaning please respond
Contact information

7. The Menu Almost any foods can be party foods
Kind of gathering can help you plan the menu
Think about guests preferences
Choose foods that your guests will like
Ex: offer foods that you have seen them eat, offer meatless items if any are vegetarian
Consider budget, time schedule, cooking skills and equipment

8. Menu con’t
Appetizers: small, light foods served to stimulate the appetite
These are popular party foods
They can be conveniently served to a large group
Remember select a variety or flavors colors and textures and hot and cold appetizers
Always make the food look appetizing as well

9. Host Responsibilities
Before your Guests arrive:
Make sure your house is clean and tidy
Put fresh soap and clean towels in the bathroom
Be sure there is a specific place for hats/coats and purses
As your Guests arrive:
Make introductions, try to say something interesting about each person
A planned activity helps people get to know each other. Games, dancing and music help break the ice
Participate in the party as much as possible, it’s up to you to make your guests feel welcome

10. Assignment Plan an event with invitations, decorations and appetizers
Follow the directions on the sheet that will be given to you
Be ready to set up and Present your even on Friday at our “Event Planning Lab”