Okay, so last night I threw a karaoke party, and you KNOW I had to get the food right. It’s gotta be easy to eat, not too messy, and definitely crowd-pleasing. Here’s what I did:
Prep Work is Key
- First things first: I hit up the grocery store a couple of days before. Made a list and stuck to it (mostly!).
- Chopped veggies: I pre-cut carrots, celery, and bell peppers for dipping. Ain’t nobody got time to chop during a party.
- Made dips ahead of time: Guacamole and a spicy bean dip were my go-to’s. The guac needed some lime juice love to keep it from turning brown-ish.
The Main Event: Finger Foods Galore
- Mini pizzas: Okay, these were a hit! I just grabbed some pre-made pizza dough, cut out little circles, and topped them with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni. Popped ’em in the oven for like 10 minutes. Super easy!
- Chicken wings: Can’t go wrong with wings. I bought them pre-cooked (don’t judge!), tossed ’em in some buffalo sauce, and baked them for a bit to crisp them up. I had some blue cheese and ranch for dipping.
- Spring rolls: i bought a bunch of fresh spring rolls from the local shop, since they are really delicious and easy to eat with one hand.
- Sliders: Tiny burgers are always a good idea. I bought some mini burger buns and just cooked up some ground beef patties. Topped with cheese, pickles, and a little ketchup.
- Quesadillas: I made a big batch of quesadillas with cheese and black beans. Sliced them into wedges for easy grabbing.
Sweet Treats (Gotta Have ‘Em!)
- Brownie bites: I cheated and bought a box of brownie mix. Cut ’em into little squares after they cooled.
- Fruit skewers: Skewered strawberries, grapes, and melon. Looked pretty and offered a healthy-ish option.
- Cookies: Classic chocolate chip cookies are always a winner. I baked a batch the morning of the party so they were nice and fresh.
Drinks, Drinks, Drinks
- Soda and juice: Gotta have the basics.
- Water: Hydration is important, even when you’re belting out tunes.
- Adult beverages: I had a cooler full of beer and some wine for those who wanted it.
The Day Of: Assembly Line Style
- Set up a buffet table: Laid out all the food in a way that made it easy for people to grab what they wanted.
- Keep it warm: Used warming trays for the hot stuff like the pizza and wings.
- Refill, refill, refill: Made sure to keep an eye on the food and refill as needed.
Overall, it was a success! Everyone loved the food, and there were very few leftovers (which is always a good sign). Plus, I didn’t spend the entire night in the kitchen. Win-win!