Big Group Dishes

Large Group Dishes

When serving larger groups, it's best to choose dishes that are easy to prepare in bulk, keep well, and appeal to a wide range of tastes. Some of the most common dishes include:

Buffet-Style & Family-Style Meals

• Pasta Dishes – Baked ziti, lasagna, spaghetti with meatballs, or macaroni and cheese.
• Tacos/Fajitas – DIY taco or fajita bars with meats, tortillas, toppings, and sides.
• BBQ Platters – Pulled pork, brisket, ribs, or BBQ chicken with coleslaw and cornbread.
• Casseroles – Shepherd’s pie, enchiladas, or chicken and rice casseroles.
• Roast Meats – Roast chicken, turkey, ham, or prime rib with sides.
• Vegetables - Baked beans, potato salad

Finger Foods & Appetizer Platters

• Sliders – Mini burgers, pulled pork sliders, or chicken sandwiches.
• Wings – Buffalo, BBQ, or garlic parmesan wings.
• Cheese & Charcuterie Boards – Assorted meats, cheeses, crackers, and fruits.
• Spring Rolls & Dumplings – Asian-style finger foods with dipping sauces.
• Nachos & Chips with Dips – Guacamole, salsa, queso, or hummus platters.

Comfort & Homestyle Meals

• Chili & Soups – Served with bread or cornbread.
• Mashed Potatoes & Gravy – With meatloaf or roasted meats.
• Breakfast Platters – Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, and hash browns.
• Pizza – Easy to order or make in bulk.
• Baked Potatoes – With assorted toppings like cheese, bacon, sour cream, and chives.

Camping and Picnic Foods

• Meat: Hotdogs and Hamburgers
• Veg: Baked beans, potato salad
• Desert: Smores

Drinks

• How much Coffee to Serve a Group: Computes how much ground coffee (grounds) needed to brew a large volume of coffee based on the serving size and number of servings.
• How much Lemonade to Serve a Group: Computes how much powdered lemonade mix needed based on the serving size and number of servings.
• How many Bottles of Wine for a Party: Computes number of bottles of wine are needed for a group based on the number of people and the duration of the event (dinner party, get together).
• How many Bottle of Beer for a Party: Computes number of bottle of beer are needed for a group based on the number of people and the duration of the event (party, get together).
• How many Bottles for a Champagne Toast: Computes the number of bottles of champagne you'll need for a toast and the cost based on the number of people, ounces per glass, and ounces per bottle and price per bottle.