Hey there, party people! Today we’re covering the basic guidelines of estimating, serving, and converting food quantities so you can easily cook for and feed a big crowd of people. Get ready to spend less time stressing and more time impressing with this simple guide to feeding large groups and calculating food for parties. Plus, there’s plenty of recipes for crowds too!

Cooking for a crowd
As a former catering chef and line chef, I cooked for a large crowd of people everyday of the week – Monday through Sunday – for yearsssss. Whether for large dinner parties, weekend brunches, Thanksgiving buffets, and Christmas dinners – I’ve had to serve hundreds of people at a time – without sacrificing quality or taste.
So I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed in the kitchen and like you are about to feed a ravenous army of humans. Whether you’re comfortable in the kitchen or a culinary newbie, my tips for cooking for a big crowd of people will help you feel confident entertaining. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to take on your next hosting gig – with plenty of conviction and zeal!
How to calculate food for big groups and parties
The first step to hosting a big crowd of people and throwing a stellar party is in the planning. To get an idea of right amount of food to buy for a party, you first need to figure out a few things:

Step 1: Know Your Guests. Start by getting a headcount and the number of guests. Are ...