Last weekend I attended a very large Easter dinner complete with extended family and an excessive amount of food. There were over 70 people so it was a
potluck. While the event had a commercial-style kitchen — complete with
two ovens — it got crowded in the kitchen fast.
Salads don't travel as well as other dishes, especially when the greens are doused in dressing or vinaigrette. When bringing a salad to a potluck, prepare all of the elements in advance. Assemble the salad later upon arrival at the dinner.
Use rustic, earthy tones to create an inviting table setting for your
potluck dinner. Set the table the night before so that you don't have to worry the day of the party. Start by covering the table with a striped tablecloth.
Don't be afraid to ask guests to bring a wine along with their
potluck dinner dish. Suggest that they bring a wine that will pair with either their specific dish or the citrus glazed ham. Pick up water and non-alcoholic beverages like soda or juice.
After New Year's, the last thing I feel like doing is planning another huge party. However, I want to get all of my friends together for a family style dinner, so I've decided to do a potluck. Hosting a potluck is a no-fuss way to throw a party.
