Top 10 Easy But Fancy Party Food Ideas

When organising a party, you need to consider a lot of things such as inviting guests, choosing the theme and deciding on the menu. The food should not be the most difficult part for most party planners since it is easier compared to other considerations. There are many easy party food ideas you can implement when preparing the menu so with these delicious treats in mind, your party will surely be a huge success.

1. House Salad and Potato Salad

Salads are quick and easy party food ideas that can either be prepared by anyone. If the party is not potluck, you need to make two types of salads which are potato salad and house salad. You can use your favorite jar or bottle of dressing to make the potato salad taste better. Mixing mayonnaise with vinegar, sugar and mustard plus seasoning like celery seed will give it a zesty taste or just plain salt and pepper if you prefer it that way.

House salad is also another option for an easy party food idea that you can serve using bagged lettuce mixed together with chopped carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion rings and radishes then top it off with bottled Italian dressing. Garnishing the dish with mozzarella cheese and salami will add a little pizzazz to your salad.

Healthy food can be tasty with fresh salads.

2. Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s pie is another easy party food idea that will surely be a hit with kids and adults alike. This recipe makes use of mashed potatoes as the topping for minced beef, corn kernels and mixed vegetables then baked until browned to perfection. Garnishing this casserole includes sprinkling grated cheese on top plus some tomato sauce or ketchup for added flavour. Serve Shepherd’s Pie in individual bowls. 

This Shepherd Pie is not only great for parties, but it’s also great to eat anytime you want some comfort food.

3. Chips and Dip

Chips are always a great, easy party food idea since all you need are some fresh vegetables to make it tastier. Cut thinly sliced cucumbers, carrots, red bell peppers or sweet potatoes then toss with homemade French dressing. Serve the veggies together with your favorite dip like yogurt hummus, spicy guacamole or any of your favorite toppings. You can buy pre-made dips in grocery stores but if you want to save time on preparation, purchase plain yogurt and mix in some garlic powder, onion powder and salt plus other spices for added flavour.

4. Pasta and Lasagne

Lasagne is another easy party food idea that can be prepared ahead of time. Pre-made, non-refrigerated lasagne noodles are readily available at most supermarkets, so you won’t have any trouble with the preparation. Prepare a simple white sauce then combine it with your favorite tomato sauce and cheese to make an irresistible lasagne. You can cover the dish with aluminium foil or polythene bag before refrigerating but don’t forget to remove it from the fridge 30 minutes before baking at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until golden brown on top.

5. Sandwiches

Sandwiches are ideal for potlucks since they are easy party food ideas that can be made in large quantities. You can use your favorite bread or rolls then stuff them with ham, turkey, cheese and veggies like lettuce, cucumbers and tomatoes before wrapping them in plastic wraps to keep the fillings intact. If you prefer open-faced sandwiches, spread butter on two slices of bread then top it off with other ingredients.

6. Roast Beef

Roast beef is a popular party food idea that will impress your guests with its mouthwatering, tender taste. All you need to do is add some seasoning on top of the meat then roast it on low heat for at least an hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit before slicing and serving with gravy drizzled over it.

See our award-winning Ribeye Roast Beef that’s perfect for any extravagant party.

7. Tomato Soup

Soup is a great choice for an easy party food idea that you can prepare ahead of time. Making this recipe could not be any easier – just combine fresh tomatoes, onions and chicken broth plus seasonings like garlic powder, celery seed, basil leaves and salt before bringing it to a boil. You may also want to include pasta or rice in your soup so don’t forget to cook them separately first before adding it to the pot so they’ll be tender enough when the soup is done simmering later on.

8. Stew

Stews are easy party food ideas that can be made in large quantities so it’s a good dish to serve when hosting a potluck party. Prepare a basic stew by simmering some chopped veggies, ground beef or lamb plus seasonings like salt, pepper and cayenne together then serve piping hot with rice or crusty breads on the side.

9. Sausages and Cooked Ham

Sausages are always a good choice for all your easy party food ideas. Just slice the meat to make it easier to eat, put them in a pan with some oil before frying until they turn brown then serve it on toothpicks or skewers if you like. For an added touch, use your favorite sauce as dip. To make it even more extravagant, have a sausage platter with different varieties of sausages, each one coming with its own dip. Check out this sausage platter that serves 6 to 8 people.

Cooked ham is another favorite choice for easy party food ideas since you can easily combine it with other ingredients, especially veggies. Just slice the meat then layer it on top of lettuce leaves on a serving platter before adding some cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes and hard-boiled eggs to complete your dish.

10. Cookies and Cakes

If you want to prepare quick simple party food ideas, cookies and cakes are your best bet! Bake chocolate cupcakes then decorate them with swirls of frosting plus sprinkles. You can also make chocolate turtles by drizzling melted chocolate on top of pecan halves then letting it harden. You can even set up a cookie or cupcake-decorating station for kids where they will have fun baking their own desserts.

These party food ideas are perfect for any occasion and they will surely make your guests feel extra special. Got no time to cook your own meals? These mouth-watering Roast Meat options in Singapore from Jeffrey’s Christmas Kitchen will make an impressive lunch or dinner party menu.