Kids Party Food Calculator — Party Tea

Children eat less than you think at parties because they are excited and busy. Plan 250-300g total per child: 3 finger sandwiches, 1-2 sausage rolls, a handful of crisps, some fruit, and cake. It is better to have a variety of small items than large portions.

Classic party tea: finger sandwiches (cheese, ham, jam), sausage rolls, cocktail sausages, crisps, cheese and pineapple sticks, carrot sticks, fruit kebabs, fairy cakes, and jelly. Keep it simple - kids prefer familiar food at parties.

If adults are staying (which is common for under-7s), have some adult-friendly food available. A simple spread of sandwiches, crisps, and cake is enough. Do not spend a lot - most parents do not expect a full meal. Tea, coffee, and biscuits are appreciated.

3-4 finger sandwiches per child (quartered rounds). Offer 2-3 filling options: cheese, ham, and jam are always safe bets. Avoid anything too unusual. Cut crusts off for younger children. Make sandwiches the morning of the party and cover with damp kitchen roll.