About Jen Zahm Expertise I can answer questions regarding just about any type of party you could think of. Weddings, Birthday Parties, Theme Parties, Surprise Parties, Fundraisers, Banquets, Wedding and Baby Showers, as well as simple family gatherings, BBQs, picnics, menu ideas for watching a special sporting event, family poker night etc.
Experience I have been planning and throwing parties for over ten years. I planned my own wedding (and saved TONS of money!). I saved my sister loads of money by making her wedding flowers. I have planned birthday parties (twin parties!), family surprise parties, fundraisers (political), showers and luaus! I use budget friendly ideas and easy to prepare menus so that I get to have fun during my parties!
Question I want to throw my 17th birthday party on my actual birthday, Septemeber 23rd, which is in 11 days. It's a Saturday and I plan on having about 40 high school seniors at my house for the party. The party will be outside, in my backyard, and begin aroun 6:30 pm and end around midnight. I am ordering Mexican food for my party but I don't know how much I should buy (quantites). Also, I was thinking of doing a "Dancing Under the Stars" theme since it's outside the entire time. Any other theme suggestions for the party? It can relate to the Mexican food, but I just don't know how I could have it with tons of teenage boys and girls.
Answer Hi there,
The place you order the food from will be able to help you with quantities of your food.
I think Dancing under the stars is a great theme. "Fiesta", with south of the border decorations, maybe some Latin-inspired music and a few big sombreros would be fun as well.
A taco bar, where your guests create their own tacos, buffet style, would be a fun way to serve the meal.
I hope you have a fabulous birthday and a fun party!!!
