And when in a situation with new people; the same rules apply. New job, new house, new family members, demand a quick party menu plan. I have some simple questions that may help solve the food problem. Do they live in the city? If so, quick more exotic foods are appropriate. If they live in the suburbs, a more home cooked taste would likely do. Here are some ideas that might help on short notice.
City Slickers – Consider Sushi *but without the raw fish. Example: California Rolls, Cucumber Rolls, Smoked Salmon Rolls, and you cannot go wrong with Linguine Marinara as a main course. Wonton bacon wraps are a perfect appetizer *The Tyler Family Cookbook has some great recipes for this sort of thing. A spicy Salsa with Tortilla Chips is also a popular treat among the fast paced crowd.
Suburbanites – May like a nice roast, Prime Rib or Pork with Roasted Potatoes. Stuffed Mushrooms are a popular appetizer and soups are a safe bet also. Try a cream soup or chowder, it should work perfectly. It has for me anyway.
As for Dessert – Believe it or not Chocolate Desserts, mainly cakes are very popular in the City. However, Pastries are very popular in the Suburbs. Decaf is almost definitely a safe bet in any location if entertaining on a week night.
If you have a week or two, you may want to set up your own little buffet and ask your guests in advance about the kind of foods they enjoy. However you work it out, I wish you the same fun I have had during these last minute get-togethers! Written by Delightful Biteful