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I'm opposite of some posters--I say play up the Mexican and play down non-Mexican. You're in Arizona, so it's good and easy to do. Brisket and beans can serve a large crowd without a lot of work. Tea cakes seem too fiddly and out of place with rest of the menu. I also don't understand the fried chicken responses, except tthat they seem to be coming from people in the South. Doesn't seem like it would fit in with the menu and it's not as big of a thing here.
We did fruit kabobs (talking about fiddly...) and they wiped us out!
I'm opposite of some posters--I say play up the Mexican and play down non-Mexican. You're in Arizona, so it's good and easy to do. Brisket and beans can serve a large crowd without a lot of work. Tea cakes seem too fiddly and out of place with rest of the menu. I also don't understand the fried chicken responses, except tthat they seem to be coming from people in the South. Doesn't seem like it would fit in with the menu and it's not as big of a thing here.
We did fruit kabobs (talking about fiddly...) and they wiped us out!
Plus these aren't kids, they are practically adults. I think the menu is fine.
When we've hosted high school graduation open houses guests included other graduates and family members so there were a wide variety of ages. I would not necessarily gear the menu towards young people.
Beef Brisket--keep
Pinto Beans--keep
Tortilla roll-ups---not sure what these are filled with? Probably keep
Tea Sandwiches--definitely cut
Ham/Cheese Sandwich--probably cut--depends on what is in the tortilla roll-ups
Potato Salad--keep
Corn/Black Bean Salad--keep
Pasta Salad--keep
Cake--keep
Fruit Pizza--do fruit salad or cut up fruit instead for a lighter choice
Cookies--keep
Potato Chips--keep
Tortilla Chips--keep
Layered Mexican Dip--replace with salsa--it's just easier and lighter
Cheese/Crackers--cut
Cheese Ball--cut
Replace the cheese and crackers with a veggie tray and some kind of ranch dip. I like to have a variety of salads with some healthier options like veggies and fruit. If you really feel like you need another protein--how about roasting a turkey? It's pretty easy to do a couple of days ahead of the party.
Don't waste your time and money - teenagers avoid a "veggie tray" like the plague.
Now, a platter of fried chicken wings with an assortment of sauces (including Ranch and Blue Cheese dressing) .
Oh, no, teenagers WILL eat a veggie platter. Mine do it all the time. What is leftover I wash, chop, stirfry.
I don't know who is preparing all this food, but I would simplify some things.
I'd just as soon have watermelon slices as fruit pizza, and much easier to prep.
You can never have too much food IMO. Also depends on how many come and how big their appetites are. I might omit the sandwiches and make hamburgers and hot dogs or bratwursts to go with the brisket instead. It's always nice to have leftovers.
Honestly it sounds good but a little slanted towards TEX-MEX. I'd add something like cold fried chicken. I like to offer two meat choices, or even a veggie lasangna. Maybe stick with one or two apps.
I'd agree that it's Tex Mex slanted - but if you live in a region where that is very popular, that might be the norm. I'd agree that something less spicy would be good.
That's also A LOT of meat. - I'd add a vegetarian option, and the vegetarian lasagna seems like a good addition.
I had a relative go to a graduation party and they had a popcorn bar. Lots of selections. Of course they had a lot of traditional foods too. Sounded good to me!!!
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