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When you host a house party there are many things that you need to consider to make the experience a memorable one for everyone, from the guests to yourself. But despite being a great way to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones, house parties can be a hassle. Making food for a huge party or a gathering is not an easy task and requires a lot of effort. You would need to stay in the kitchen the whole day to make sure that your party goes smoothly and because of that there are high chances that you would not be able to enjoy the party that you hosted yourself.
So, we bring you some important tips that would help you make your kitchen work easier when you are hosting a party. Keep reading to know more.
1. Invite The Right People
The people you choose to invite will have a big impact on whether your house party is a success or a disaster. Your guest list should contain a few essential individuals who will ensure everything goes as planned, in addition to your known excellent pals. Are you friends with someone who is an extreme neat freak? You need someone there to make sure everyone is using coasters, so make sure you send him an invitation because things are going to become messy. Additionally, you should include your homey who doubles as a bouncer in case things get out of control and you need help.
2. Keep It Simple
Many of us enjoy cooking complex dishes. However, none of it is feasible. You get tired from it in addition to the time it takes up. Thus, when selecting the main course, opt for a dish that can be prepared quickly and effortlessly. Rice and rotis go well with tadka yellow dal, dal makhani, chole, or rajma. Chinese food is another option for the main meal. These recipes frequently call for few ingredients and are simple to prepare.
3. Order From Outside
This is a great way to stay involved in your party while also making sure that your guests are presented with the best food and snacks. This will make your work a lot easier plus you will get great taste in each bite. You don't need to order everything from outside but 3-4 dishes or snacks would be enough to give you a lot of time to prepare and focus on the other dishes.
4. Avoid The Usage Of A Lot Of Dishes
During a party, cooking is not the only thing that poses a challenge. Cleaning your dishes and other utensils regularly so that your guests don't run out of utensils is also a challenge that you have to keep in mind. Therefore, avoid using too many utensils until they are required.
You can also keep use and throw paper dishes for your snacks in place of your utensils.
5. Keep The Drinks Ready
Soft drinks and alcohol are often the most common beverages at a party, but many people would prefer to make their own drinks or cocktails. So keep the ingredients ready on the table so your guests can help themselves with whatever they need.
