Bachelorette Party Menu
When it comes to creating the menu for your bachelorette party, pretty much anything goes. It's best to tailor the menu to the taste of the bride to be and the people attending the party, but overall you can make the bachelorette party menu as simple or elaborate as you like.
The first thing you want to consider is the theme of the bachelorette party. The menu you create should reflect the overall feeling of the event. If it's a fun night out with the girls then something easy, fast and not too hard on the stomach is probably a good idea for this bachelorette party menu. If it's a more formal type event (like the old bridesmaids' tea) then something a bit more sophisticated is in order.
Next, when creating the bachelorette party menu, take into consideration any dietary restrictions of the guests. Do you have any diabetics attending the party? Then food that is low in carbohydrates and sugar should be on the menu. Any vegetarians? Make sure your bachelorette party menu features a variety of non-meat items. Food allergies? If any of the dishes contain products that are "common" in food allergies (wheat, soy, nuts, eggs, dairy) make sure to let everyone know these items are in the dish.
Ease and simplicity are also considerations when finalizing the bachelorette party menu. If the meal is planned before a night on the town, keep things simple. This is especially true if the dinner is being held at someone's house. It's not fair to that person to have to run around like crazy to clean things up before she goes out with the friends, and could you even imagine leaving some of the messier dishes around for the next day...yuck! Use a variety of paper goods to help in clean up. Disposable silver pans are also a good idea to keep pots and pans to a minimum. If your budget allows, you can always contact a caterer to supply the food for your bachelorette party. No matter what, you as hostess want to be able to enjoy the bachelorette party and the company of good friends and family - not be stuck in the kitchen.
Here are a few ideas for bachelorette party menus that might go over well for you, based on some of the more popular bachelorette party themes out there.
Night out with the girls. For a meal before heading out to party, keep the menu simple. Grilled chicken, pasta, sliced turkey or beef, potatoes and vegetables can be nice. You can even simplify the menu further and make it just sandwiches and salads from the deli at your local grocery store. No matter what the menu, if the plans for after the dinner include drinking keep the food on the simple side. Forget the spicy and hot foods that could upset a stomach that becomes upset from drinking a bit too much alcohol.
Poker night. Have a good time when you create the bachelorette party menu when your theme is poker night. Finger foods are ideal - you want to spend your time playing cards, not fussing with a knife and fork. Small sandwiches, wings, chips and salsa, quesadillas, or fried veggies and cheese are some ideas for the menu. And don't forget something sweet to go with all the salty and fried foods on this bachelorette party menu. What about chocolate dipped strawberries, small pastries, or even cookies?
Pajama party. I think basing the menu for this bachelorette party on the slumber parties of the childhood of the bride to be and her friends is a great idea. If this were my party I'd have popcorn, pretzels, Doritos, chocolate chip cookies, and cheese balls. Pretty much anything you like is good here.
Spa day. Before creating an elaborate bachelorette party menu for your spa day with the girls, check and see if you can bring food with you to the spa. If so simple foods that are easy to transport are probably best - cut up fresh fruit and veggies, cheeses, crackers and dip and of course some wine or champagne are ideal for this bachelorette party menu.
If finances allow you can always have the bachelorette party at a bar or restaurant. While it is more expensive than having it at someone's house, it does make life much easier for the hostess. You can work with the chef to create a bachelorette party menu that works for your event. The only thing you might have to worry about is providing some decorations for the party.
If finances don't allow for a catered event, you can always have a nice get together with friends by having everyone bring their signature dish for the bachelorette party. Sometimes the best food you eat is homemade food.
Finally, have a great time when you're planning a bachelorette party menu. Pretty much anything goes. After you consider the dietary restrictions of the guests and the tastes of the bride to be there are no rules when picking what food you'll serve.
