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How Many Trays Of Food Do I Need For 60 Guests?

For 60 guests, you may need around 6-7 trays of food, depending on the dish and the serving size.

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How Many Trays Of Food Do I Need For 60 Guests?

For 60 guests, you may need around 6-7 trays of food, depending on the dish and the serving size.

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How Many Hors D’oeuvres For 70 Guests?

For 70 guests, a good rule of thumb for hors d’oeuvres is to plan for around 8-10 pieces per person, or 560-700 pieces total.

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How Do You Feed 60 People?

To feed 60 people, you can plan for around 7-8 appetizers per person, 5-6 ounces of meat per person, 2-3 cups of vegetables, and 2-3 cups of starches.

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How Many Sandwiches Do You Need For 50 Guests?

For 50 guests, you may need around 25-30 sandwiches, depending on the type and size of the sandwiches.

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What Are The Cheapest Foods To Cater?

The cheapest foods to cater include pasta dishes, rice dishes, chili, soups, and sandwiches.

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How Much Does It Cost To Feed 100 People For An Event?

The cost to feed 100 people for an event can vary widely depending on the type and quality of the food, the location, and other factors. A rough estimate is around $10-$25 per person, or $1,000-$2,500 total.

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What Foods Are Easy To Cater?

Foods that are easy to cater include sandwiches, salads, fruit trays, cheese trays, and finger foods such as meatballs, sliders, and mini quiches.

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How Many Appetizers Do I Need For 55 People?

For 55 people, you can plan for around 6-8 appetizers per person, or 330-440 pieces total.

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What Is The Rule Of Thumb For Catering?

A rule of thumb for catering is to plan for around 1 pound of food per person, or 6-8 ounces of meat, 1-2 cups of vegetables, and 1-2 cups of starches per person.

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How Do You Cater For 100 Guests?

To cater for 100 guests, you can plan for 8-10 appetizers per person, 6-8 ounces of meat per person, 2-3 cups of vegetables, and 2-3 cups of starches.

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