How much food to buy for your party or event
Planning a BBQ, dinner party, or cocktail event? Enter the number of guests and event type to get exact food amounts by weight. Covers meat, sides, salad, bread, drinks, and dessert so you buy the right amount. Not too much, not too little.
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These are per-adult starting amounts for a full meal. Scale by your guest count, then add a buffer if you want leftovers.
| Item | Per adult guest |
|---|---|
| Meat / protein (raw) | 350 g |
| Each side dish | 100-150 g |
| Salad | 85 g |
| Bread / rolls | 1-2 pieces |
| Appetizers (no meal) | 8-10 pieces |
| Dessert | 1 slice |
| Drinks | 2-3 first hour, then 1/hour |
Children eat roughly half. Add 15-20% if you want leftovers or know guests are big eaters.
The general rule is 1-1.25 pounds (450-560g) of total food per person for a full meal. This includes protein, sides, salad, and bread. For appetizer-only events, plan 8-10 bite-sized pieces per person. These guidelines prevent the two biggest hosting mistakes: running out of food or having mountains of waste.
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