Party food catering ideas

Shrimp Boil

A one (big) pot dinner party! Corn, shellfish, and potatoes means you cover all the food groups, too. Serve with: Up the ante with hush puppies, Bloody Marys, and plenty of Old Bay.

Bring the Party Home

Bar tabs and restaurant bills add up quickly when you're out with a group. Ease the strain on your wallet by entertaining at home instead of going out. To provide a little inspiration, we've come up with 9 low-cost, D.I.Y. party ideas, complete with simple and affordable wine and food pairing suggestions. Now, all you have to do is start making the guest list.

Brunch: Riesling & Roquefort Quiche

Invite friends over for casual mid-day brunch and serve quiche with a crisp, refreshing, accessibly priced Washington State Riesling. One of the most versatile, food-friendly whites due to its intrinsic acidity, Riesling can hold its own with the saltiness of the bacon and the overall richness and creaminess of the quiche. Plus, if you're trying to limit the bar cost for the party, hosting during daylight hours is the way to go.

Casual Couples' Party: Malbec & Peppercorn Steaks

Have your best paired-off friends over for peppercorn-crusted steaks on the grill, delicious, affordably priced Argentine Malbec, and, of course, good conversation. An ideal accompaniment to beef, this medium- to full-bodied, rustic-and-spicy, yet lush-and-fruity red wine has tannins hefty enough to cut through the fat of these juicy, peppery grilled steaks.

No Boys Allowed: Vinho Verde & Bagel Rolls

Vinho Verde is a young, fizzy, crisp, and inexpensive white wine from Portugal that pairs delightfully with all types of sushi rolls. To keep it simple, either pick up a few rolls from your favorite gourmet food shop or make it a fun, collective effort and sip Vinho Verde while making your own rolls with your best gal pals. Start with a simple six-ingredient roll that calls for smoked salmon, look more ideas to https://tsmcatering.ca/.

Neighborhood Block-Party: Beaujolais and Burgers

Invite your neighbors over for a casual backyard party with Beaujolais wine and grilled burgers. Beaujolais wines from France (which are much more than just that 'Nouveau' stuff) are a great match for burgers because of their lively acidity, juicy fruitiness, and soft tannins. You can even drink the more youthful Beaujolais a little bit chilled, which is perfect for outdoor summertime sipping.