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.
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.
For 50 guests, you may need around 25-30 sandwiches, depending on the type and size of the sandwiches.
The cheapest foods to cater include pasta dishes, rice dishes, chili, soups, and sandwiches.
For 100 people, you may need around 10-12 trays of food, depending on the dish and the serving size.
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.
Foods that are easy to cater include sandwiches, salads, fruit trays, cheese trays, and finger foods such as meatballs, sliders, and mini quiches.
For 55 people, you can plan for around 6-8 appetizers per person, or 330-440 pieces total.
For 40 guests, you may need around 4-5 trays of food, depending on the dish and the serving size.
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.