Party Food and Drink Recipes and Menus
By Donna Pilato, About.com Guide
Menus
Learn how to plan a menu for your next party. Find special theme party menus with recipes and decorating ideas.
- Tips and Strategies for Planning Your Menu
- A Summer Harvest Feast
- Texas Barbecue Menu
- A Mexican Fiesta Menu
- An Italian American Dinner Menu
- A Hawaiian Luau
- Japanese Theme Menu
- A Caribbean Theme Menu
- Australian Theme Menu
- African Cuisine Menu
- Chinese Dinner Menu
- Greek Dinner Menu
- Rustic Italian Menu
- A Chili Party Menu
- Thai Dinner Menu
- A New England Clambake
- Make Your Own Taco Menu
- Fish Dinner Menu
- Apple Theme Menu
Appetizers
Appetizers are always a popular feature at any party. Serve these at cocktail parties or before a dinner party. Bring them with you to a potluck party. Anytime you entertain and are looking for a tasty bite to keep your guests happy while they wait for the main event, serve your choice of appetizers.
Cocktails
Cocktails are as popular as ever at parties. Whem you're hosting a party, choose a few favorite cocktails to serve your guests, and you won't need to stock a full bar.
Dips and Spreads
One of the simplest party foods, dips and spreads can be served as part of a buffet or as one of your appetizers. Usually these can be prepared hours before your party, leaving you time to prepare your other dishes that need to be served hot.
Tea Party Food
Pinkies up! Here are recipes for sandwiches and sweets for serving at your next tea party.
Snacks
Some parties are more casual and call for recipes that are fun, filling, and not in the least way "fancy." These popular party snacks fit that description well.