Party Food Calculator

Estimate total food needed for a party based on guest count, duration, and meal type.

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Total Appetizer Pieces

160 pieces

Total Main Course5.0 kg
Total Sides4.0 kg
Total Food9.0 kg
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How to Calculate Party Food

Formulas

Total Appetizers = Guests x Pieces Per Person Total Main = Guests x Serving Weight

Planning Guidelines

  • Appetizer-only party: 10-12 pieces per person
  • Dinner party: 4-6 appetizers + main + sides
  • Main course: 200-280 g per person
  • Side dishes: 150-200 g per person
  • Always prepare 10-15% extra

    • Example Calculation

    Plan food for a dinner party with 20 guests.

    1. 01Appetizers: 20 x 8 = 160 pieces.
    2. 02Main course: 20 x 250 g = 5000 g = 5 kg.
    3. 03Sides: 20 x 200 g = 4000 g = 4 kg.
    4. 04Total food: 5 + 4 = 9 kg plus 160 appetizer pieces.

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