There are days where we are so excited about spending a good time with people we love and we remember that it requires some time and extra work to set everything up, though. If you’re too busy and just wanna relax with your friends and family during the weekend, potluck is a good strategy.
If this is the first time you’re hearing about this, potluck is a way to organize parties where the host provides the space, and the responsibility for food and beverages are shared.
Throughout this post you will find the steps to guide you in your next (or first) potluck party.
The first thing you need to think about is how many people you’ll be inviting and ask them to RSVP, so that you can take the next step, which is defining the menu.
You can check this post out for party menu basics. My suggestions for this kind of party would be small-bites or barbecue, however I always celebrate Thanksgiving at my home by sharing the responsibility of foods and drinks (and we always spend a really good time with our friends). So, all kinds of menu will work, and remember to be aware of any food restrictions your guests might have.
After choosing the menu, it’s fundamental to know the necessary amount of food and beverages according to the number of people that will be attending the event. By doing this, there won’t be tons of leftovers after the party nor will the beer be over before. Don’t know how to do it? No worries! Our party calculator is here to help you out!
Now that you already know who is coming, what will be served and how much you need, it’s time to define what each guest will be responsible for bringing. A good way to manage the assignments is by using any shared doc, such as Google sheets, where everyone can easily edit.
The host is also responsible for providing a clean and comfortable place where people can enjoy good food and interact with others. Some good tips here are having extra bowls prepared to serve the food and also a cooler with ice to keep the drinks cold while making it easy for people to serve themselves.
I hope this post helps you have fun with your loved ones even when your life’s busy and time is short. Let me know if you usually go to this kind of party by leaving a comment about your experience before you go.