Previous pre events she's been to have ranged from chick-fil-A trays to dining room sit down dinners. I don't have space for formal seating at one table but could have multiple seating areas. I'm looking for more of meal rather than just appetizers or snacks (although probably need a couple of those too). Ideas for something nice? (DD would love steak included.) |
Is this just a pre-party or are they are having dinner at your home? We are having a very informal light snacks with pictures pre-party then the kids are going out to dinner. |
Sushi? |
steak, sushi tray, and miso soup. |
This is the pre prom dinner.
Don’t know why I didn’t think of sushi — that’s a great idea. And someone else makes it — yay! |
Mocktails? |
Moby dick would be easy for this. I believe they do catering.
Are you planning to cater or ok with cooking? |
I’m up for either cooking or catering. |
Whole beef tenderloin(s) would work for the steak, and can feed a crowd. Slice thin-ish before serving
You could add a nice couscous veggie salad (this is a favorite): https://www.deliaonline.com/recipes/collections/delias-summer-collection/roasted-vegetable-couscous-salad-with-harissa-style-dressing And some kind of roasted veg: examples- sweet potatoes fries/chunks, Brussels sprouts, tri colored carrots, baked asparagus with lemon and parmesan, etc |
I really like this. |
How about another option for kids who can't/don't eat fish? Sliders or Chicken nuggets? Pizza Rolls? |
I could offer sliders with the beef tenderloin. I’m trying to not have kiddie food. |
So instead of going to a restaurant, like tradition, youre dining room is the restaurant and youll have seating, dishes, and space for 20 teens in your house?
Are you on a budget? Asking parents to contribute? 8d go with catering - no shopping, no prep, they're used to serving/prepping for a crowd, easy for you, and it's not homemade (sorry. But not everyone will like you're cooking). |
Offer an (optional) sauce for the beef tenderloin. That will seem elegant (to them |
Understood but you mentioned CFA nuggets in the OP. |