Some say that the highlight of any gathering is the food. option Whether you’re throwing a graduation party , celebrating a birthday or hosting a casual backyard cookout for a crowd , everyone’s going to be looking for the snacks. From tangy, bite-sized appetizers to decadent dips and everything in between, party food can make or break your event. But don't stress—with a few simple recipes and a dash of creativity, you can whip up some crowd-pleasers that'll have your guests munching, crunching and asking for seconds. Speaking of bite-size appetizers, these savory sausage pinwheels are a must at any gathering.

Food Ideas for Catering a Party

Whether you're dreaming of game day snacks or just want to mix things up for a weeknight dinner , these delicious finger foods are the way to go. care You might think of finger foods as kid-friendly fare like chicken strips and pizza (we've included plenty of these recipes here!), but finger foods can also be very elegant party appetizers. Think marinated feta cubes or manchego-stuffed dates wrapped with prosciutto or chips topped with salmon roe. Of course, if you're looking to keep things simple and delicious, we've got plenty of finger food ideas for tacos , mini sandwiches , meatballs and more.

Liven up your party with one of our celebration-worthy cakes (or pies!). Just order online and schedule for pickup the day of your party, then grab a fork and celebrate.

10 Affordable catering ideas when you’re on a budget

engaged my fiancé and i combined have a large family. We’ve invited 160 to our wedding and i know not everyone will come, but i’m starting to feel nervous about how we’re going to afford to feed everyone. We’re trying to keep our budget $8,500 or below. The venue will be on a friends property in wa state (king county) so that will be free, the decorations i plan to thrift and my wedding dress was also thrifted so the main expenses will be food, drinks and rental equipment like tables and chairs. Any ideas on where/how to find affordable vendors or cut down on costs? open to any/all feedback.