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Party FAQs
Have reservations about throwing a bash? Puzzled about how to pull off a perfect party? Here are answers to party hosts’ most frequently-asked questions.
How do I know how much food to prepare or how much liquor I’ll need?
For a cocktail party before or after dinner, you’ll need about five hors d’oeuvres per person per hour. If you’re serving dinner too, you only need about half as many appetizers. Ask your butcher or grocer to help you decide how much you’ll need for your main dinner course. As far as wine goes, expect to go through about one bottle for every two or three people, depending on the crowd and length of the party.
How can I ensure all my guests are enjoying themselves?
Spend time with each guest as they arrive until they feel comfortable. If they know others, it’s usually pretty easy. But if your guest is unknown to others or very shy, it’s your job as host to ensure they’re engaged with others in conversation before you move on. So take them over to meet someone with similar interests or things in common. Introduce them to each other, then share something about each guest to help get the conversation ball rolling.Then excuse yourself to greet the next guest. After everyone has arrived, make sure you spend time with all your guests. If anyone seems to be having a difficult time mixing, ask them to pass some hors d’oeuvres or help you serve coffee. That way, they’re “mingling with a purpose!”
Do I need to give my guests parting gifts? What should I be giving?
It is completely unnecessary to give parting gifts. However, many hosts like their guests to leave with some memento of the party. A few good ideas include “care packages” of cookies, desserts or chocolates, frames with photos taken during the evening, perhaps the music mix you’ve played that evening or potted bulbs.
When it’s time to call it a night, how do I get the last guests to leave?
Stop serving! Usually guests hang around because there’s still food and drink available. Brew some coffee, then slowly put away your liquor and food. Most guests will get the hint, but if not, ask them about their day tomorrow and mention all the things you have on your plate, so they know you have to get to bed soon. If all else fails, gently say: “Just let me know when you’re ready...I’ll be happy to call you a cab.”