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How Much Food for 20, 30 or 50 Guests at Home? A Simple Planning Chart
Per-person quantities for starters, curries, rice, rotis and dessert, a ready chart for 20, 30 and 50 guests, and the mistakes that leave you with too much (or too little).
4 November 2026 · 4 min read
birthday party
Birthday Party Food Menu at Home: 4 Easy Menus for Kids and Adults
Four tried-and-tested birthday menus — kids' party, family dinner, non-veg feast and a light evening spread — with quantities and a timeline that keeps you out of the kitchen.
4 November 2026 · 3 min read
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Kitty Party Menu Ideas for 10–15 Guests
Three kitty party menus (chaat, Punjabi lunch and light), how much food to make, and a timing plan that keeps the host out of the kitchen.
4 November 2026 · 4 min read
party chef
Party Chef at Home or a Caterer? How to Choose for a House Party
An honest comparison of a chef at home and a caterer: when each one wins, how to compare the cost fairly, and what to ask before you book.
4 November 2026 · 4 min read