The Perfect Dinner Party

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April 22, 2023

Summer is almost here—we’re sure of it! And with summer comes backyard BBQs, dinners on the patio, and picnics packed for days full of fun in the sun. The only not-so-fun part is having food waste at the end of the evening, but Antrim Conservation District has turned us onto the perfect tool for planning those big meals for your family and friends. Meet The Guestimator, “a dinner party calculator that estimates how much food you need to keep your guests full and happy.” A short, 3-question quiz asks you about the number in your party, what their appetites are generally like, whether or not you want leftovers, and then you can build out your menu in real time. The results? The literal pounds and ounces of food you’ll need for dinner and dessert, plus tips for balancing dishes and serving sizes. Try the Guestimator on for size at savethefood.com/guestimator and see if you save on food (and time) at your next gathering.