FOOD CALCULATOR
Cocktail Party Food Calculator
Calculate the number of canapés and appetizers needed for a cocktail party based on duration and guest count.
What is the Cocktail Party Food Calculator & How does it work?
Planning a cocktail party requires careful consideration of food quantities to ensure that all guests are satisfied without excess. The number of canapés and appetizers needed depends on the duration of the event and the appetite of your guests.
A common rule of thumb is to provide approximately 2-3 canapés per person for a cocktail party lasting up to 2 hours. For longer events, you might need to increase this amount to maintain guest satisfaction throughout the duration of the party.
\text{{Canapés}} = \text{{Guests}} \times \text{{Duration Factor}}
Guests = Number of guests attending the party
Duration Factor = 2 for parties up to 2 hours, increase by 0.5 for each additional hour
Duration Factor = 2 for parties up to 2 hours, increase by 0.5 for each additional hour
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Results are for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional advice.