How much food do I need for a 50 person New Year's Eve Party?

For a 50-person New Year's Eve Party, plan for 15 platters of appetizers, 9 dozen of sliders.

How much beer and drinks for a New Year's Eve Party?

For a 50-person New Year's Eve Party, plan for 81 bottles of champagne, 18 bottles of spirits, 54 bottles of wine.

The most popular foods for a New Year's Eve Party are appetizers, sliders. These are crowd favorites that are easy to serve and enjoy.

Midnight toast ready. Hangover breakfast optional.

Guests

The spread

Food amounts assume a buffet spread with several dishes; drinks split one shared bar.

For 50 guests

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Planning notes

Champagne goes almost entirely in the window around midnight, so time your chilling for the countdown.
Have champagne COLD and ready to pour at 11:55pm.
People pace themselves until 10pm then drinking accelerates.
Elegant appetizers are expected, this is a dressy event.
Late-night food is essential, sliders or pizza around 12:30am.
Heavy apps early, lighter as midnight approaches.
Noisemakers and party favors should be near the champagne station.

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