Dinner Party Essentials
Once you have purchased all of your dinner ingredients, make sure you have all of the items on this list. You cannot have a dinner, let alone a party, without them.
Flatware:
- Plates – Whether you’re going plastic or porcelain, plates are a vital aspect of dinner parties. Make sure you have more than enough, just in case.
- Napkins – Your guests will want to have easy access to napkins. Stock up and then place piles of them around your house.
- Serving Utensils – Without serving utensils, it will be difficult to serve your guests. This includes ladles, if you are serving soup or gravy and sharp knives, if you are serving meat.
- Silverware – Even if your menu consists mostly of finger foods, your guests will appreciate having access to silverware.
- Serving Platters – You will need a way of displaying or moving your food. Make sure you have enough large platters to fit all of your food.
- Cups – Cups are another essential item for your dinner party. Make sure you have plenty so that you don’t run out.
Condiments:
- Salt and Pepper – No matter what you are serving, make sure you have plenty of salt and pepper on the table for your guests to use as needed.
- Condiments – Your meal might not taste right without the proper condiments. Stock up on whatever condiments your meal might require. Common condiments include ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise.
- Sugar – If you are planning on serving coffee or tea, sugar and a few sugar substitutes, are essential.
- Hot Beverages – Your guests may want a nice cup of coffee or tea after dinner. Be prepared with plenty of tea bags and a batch of fresh coffee.
- Cream – Cream is another must, if your dinner party includes hot beverages. Give your guests plenty of options, including flavored and nondairy.
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Written by Jessica Bundy
