The best part of this scheme is that most of the items can be found in your grocery store! For an even tastier option, these items can be purchased at a gourmet store or online from my website 'Party in a Bag'. In every case, you can pull together your party in 30 minutes or less!
Just pick one or two items from each category and you are on your way to a wonderful party! I'll show you a few combinations at the end of this article.
Cheese
- Chevre
- Gouda - Regular or Smoky
- Cheddar - Mild, Medium, or Sharp
- Gloucester
- Brie / Camembert
- Swiss
- Provolone
- Parmesan
- Blue / Stilton
- Mozzarella Balls
- Cream Cheese Block
- Cheese Balls or Logs
Meat
- Wings
- Meatballs
- Summer Sausage
- Prosciutto
- Smoked Salmon
- Shrimp
- Crab
- Deli Ham
- Deli Beef
- Deli Turkey
- Mini Quiche
- Pate
Fruit & Veggie
- Veg Tray (Carrots, Celery, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Baby Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes)
- Red and Green Bell Peppers
- Endive
- Snow Peas
- Asparagus
- Mushrooms
- Grapes
- Apples
- Pears
- Apricots
- Figs
- Honey Dew / Melon
- Strawberries
- Kiwi
- Star Fruit
Dip / Salsa
- Basil Pesto
- Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
- Ranch Dressing
- Blue Cheese Dressing
- Guacamole
- Pepper Jelly
- Tomato Salsa
- Mango Salsa
- Peach Salsa
- Artichoke Dip
- Spinach Dip
- Curry Dip
- Dill Dip
- Tamarind Spread
- Bruschetta Topping
- Jams and Jellies
- Pasta Sauce
Chutney / Relish
- Mango Chutney
- Olive Tapenade
- Garlic Mustard
- Horseradish Mustard
- Farmhouse Chutney
- Apple Cranberry Chutney
- Pineapple Chipotle Salsa
- Sun Dried Tomato / Olive Relish
- Pomegranate Cranberry Chutney
- Hot Pepper Raspberry Preserves
Crackers / Bread
- Water Crackers
- Savory Herb Crackers
- Roasted Garlic Crackers
- Spring Onion Crackers
- Blue Cheese Sesame Seed Crackers
- Asiago Cheese Crackers
- Rosemary Parmesan Crackers
- Aged Cheddar Beer Crackers
- Tortilla Chips
- Potato Chips
- Corn Chips
- Pita Chips
- Bagel Chips
- Baguette Chips
- Baguette
- Mini Toasts
- Bread Sticks
- Cheese Sticks
- Pizza Dough
Special Touch
- Mixed Nuts
- Spiced Pecans
- Roasted Peanuts
- Sesame Nut Mix
- Cashews
- Almonds, Any Flavor
- Olives, Any Flavor / Stuffing
Don't forget the Essentials
- Ice
- Beverages
- Napkins
- Plates, Cups or Glasses, and Utensils for Eating
- Bowls, Plates, and Utensils for Serving
- Lightening and Decorations to Fit Theme
- Music and Games to Fit Theme
- Party Favors or Gifts to Fit Theme
Just a Few Ideas for Winning Combinations from my website 'Party in a Bag':
Meatball Magic Party
- Cheese: Swiss Wedge or Gouda Ball
- Meat: Meatballs
- Fruit / Veggie: Endive, Cherry Tomatoes, Baby Carrots, Red and Green Bell Peppers
- Salsa / Dip: Basil Pesto and Sun Dried Tomato Pesto (for cheese and veggies)
- Chutney / Relish: Mango Chutney (for meatballs and cheese)
- Crackers / Bread: Sea Salt Pita Chips, Spring Onion Crackers
- Special Touch: Valdosta Spiced Pecans
Tex-Mex Party
- Cheese: Sharp Cheddar Wedge or Slices
- Meat: Buffalo Wings
- Fruit / Veggie: Celery, Carrots, Ripe Olives, and Sliced Apples
- Salsa / Dip: Blue Cheese Dressing (for wings and veggies)
- Chutney / Relish: Farmhouse Chutney (for cheese and apples)
- Crackers / Bread: Tortilla Chips, Water Crackers
- Special Touch: Smokehouse Almonds
Deli Delight Party
- Cheese: Deli Sliced Swiss, Cheddar, and Provolone
- Meat: Deli Sliced Ham, Beef, and Turkey
- Fruit / Veggie: Veg Tray, Sliced Pears
- Salsa / Dip: Vindaloo Curry Sauce (for veggies and dollop on canapes)
- Chutney / Relish: Apple Cranberry Chutney (for pears and canapes), Horseradish Mustard (for beef)
- Crackers / Bread: Roasted Garlic Crackers, Mini Toasts
- Special Touch: Golden Roasted Peanuts
Easy Elegance Party
- Cheese: Brie Round
- Meat: Smoked Salmon
- Fruit / Veggie: Grapes, Endive, Snow Peas, Asparagus Spears
- Salsa / Dip: Dill Dip (for veggies and salmon)
- Chutney / Relish: Mango Chutney (for cheese)
- Crackers / Bread: Blue Cheese Sesame Seed Crackers, Water Crackers
- Special Touch: Citrus Stuffed Gourmet Olives
Enjoy your party!
Liz Randall and Family
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