Birthday Buffet Table Ideas

Birthday Buffet Table Ideas - Whether you are hosting a backyard birthday bash or a sophisticated indoor affair, serving a variety of tasty birthday party foods will add a festive flair to your event. 

If envisioning your birthday party buffet spread makes your head reel with grocery lists, recipes, and dollar signs, we can help with a few easy, budget-friendly menu planning suggestions to ease the process.

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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Cocktails, or Snacks?

Before planning your party food menu, you will need to decide which meal you are serving. This goes together with the time of your celebration. Traditionally, lunch is 12:30 to 3:30, dinner is 6:00 to 9:30, and cocktails are 5:00 to 7:00. Once you have this small decision down, you are set to start planning.

First, make sure to choose invitation wording that specifies the type of meal you'll be serving so guests know what to expect.

For example:

Secondly, set a realistic budget you will need to stick to. This will depend highly on the type of meal you serve and the number of people you invite. Do a head count and determine a realistic food budget based on your guest list.

It is always a great idea to cater for a variety of tastes and preferences when preparing party food. Make sure to follow up on and specific dietary restrictions that may influence your food choice.

Include a large variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables in your choices - these are usually tasty, plentiful, and budget friendly! Catering to the theme of your party is a fantastic way to narrow down the food items you will be serving.

For example:

• If you are considering a western theme, a backyard barbecue buffet complete with hamburgers, saucy ribs, and heaping bowls of baked beans and creamy slaw is just the thing. If snacks are on your party agenda, set up a baked potato bar complete with hearty chili, zesty salsa, succulent sauces and cheeses, and diced vegetable toppings.

• For a fiesta theme, treat your guests to a Mexican buffet-style lunch or dinner with fresh flour tortillas, rice, black beans, salsa, churros, and chili con queso served in terra cotta pots. For snacks, replace the flour tortillas with tortilla crisps and serve dip-style.

• A morning "English" style party can feature a buffet style spread of muffins and scones, with fresh fruits and maybe even a chocolate fountain!

Do not forget the beverages and the dessert. While planning your birthday food menu, choose beverages that will complement the chosen foods. Be sure to include non-alcoholic drink options as well, especially if there are teens or kids expected.

Finally, nothing ends a fantastic evening like a desert buffet with chocolates, fresh fruits, or even mini pastries!

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