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How Much Food Per Person? A Caterer's Guide to Party and Wedding Quantities

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How Much Food Per Person? A Caterer's Guide to Party and Wedding Quantities

How much food to order per guest for a buffet, party or wedding: canapés, starters, mains, rice, desserts and evening food, with a simple quantities table.

24 October 2026

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