https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 03 May 2026 16:24:47 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371810 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 21:17:43 +0000 Foodnerd81 2371810@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: I just really want those stuffed dates right now! And good call on the veggies, since there are so many in the main veggie side already. And you have the salad. Just make sure she eats cheese before you make any dates without bacon. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371807 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 21:13:50 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2371807@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Update: I tested out the buttermilk ranch chicken &amp; potatoes dish and the green bean succotash. I just so happened to have two tasters- Mr. Lime &amp; my mom. OMG the chicken &amp; potatoes is out of this world amazing! :grin: My mom doesn't even like dark meat and she said not to change a thing. Definitely try this at home!!</p> <p>The succotash tasted fine and looked really pretty, but it wasn't amazing. One of my SIL's is the only vegetarian coming to the party. Mr. Lime suggested I just ask her what's her favorite veggie. This way I'll make sure to include it in the roasted veggie side dish and not have to worry about a second veggie dish. The roasted veggies will have about 4-5 different veggies in it anyways.</p> <p>The only other recipe to try out beforehand are the stuffed dates. @honeybear: Great idea about just leaving off the bacon! When I test it out I will make it both ways. Who knows you may have just saved me an extra step. :happy: </p> <p>Thank you for all your input!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371772 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 20:10:28 +0000 Mrs. J 2371772@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Um, yum! My two year old would eat all of that, but he also eats sushi etc. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371679 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 16:16:59 +0000 daniellemybelle 2371679@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: I agree with this. It's easy enough to pick up the individual bags of Goldfish.</p> <p>I thought the same thing as others about having red wine and/or beer but if you know your crowd, you're good!</p> <p>Other than that, this sounds soooo delicious! Can I come? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371669 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 16:04:11 +0000 looch 2371669@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with everyone else, sounds amazing! And I would bring something for my son, I think most parents are pretty in tune with that. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371660 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 15:29:59 +0000 Purpledaisy 2371660@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>That all sounds amazing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371627 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 14:05:20 +0000 honeybear 2371627@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I like the succotash idea and I'd do some dates with just goat cheese for the vegetarians (they're delicious that way, too!). </p> <p>My 5yo would definitely like all of your menu! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371601 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 13:08:56 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2371601@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsH: LOL</p> <p>@coopsmama: good to know! I was like that as a kid too- wanting to eat what the grown ups had and pretty much liked everything. @BandDmommy: @runnerd: Thanks! </p> <p>@gingerbebe: I usually have fruit- apples and grapes on hand for snacking. If the LOs, most likely just the 2 y.o., really needs a special appetizer I'll be able to quickly slice that up. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371587 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 12:25:45 +0000 runnerd 2371587@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Sounds delicious! Your guests are spoiled :) every thanksgiving I've ever gone to is potluck style! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371586 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 12:23:14 +0000 coopsmama 2371586@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My kids would have no problem eating off of that menu, just FYI. The main dish looks rather kid friendly. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371574 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 11:52:56 +0000 BandDmommy 2371574@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Sounds delicious! When should I come over? :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371572 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 11:47:20 +0000 MrsH 2371572@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: yeah - I got a bottle for my DH for his 35th birthday and it was 260 here. I told him it needed to last the next 35 years. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371569 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 11:27:49 +0000 gingerbebe 2371569@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I might have some appetizers for the kids in the kitchen or something - Goldfish crackers, clementines, baby carrots and ranch, apple slices and cream cheese dip, etc. It won't take much time for you and it's something they can load their plates with and just have a piece of chicken and some salad if they are picky. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371564 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 10:55:35 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2371564@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsH: oh goodness! :shocked: That must be why DH said virgin drinks were fine. I hope he gets some other kind of whiskey. That's ridiculous. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371561 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 10:50:00 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2371561@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Foodnerd81: I created a tentative timeline with everyone arriving close to on- time 4 pm. I'll have the drinks set out before arrival. Within the first 15 minutes I'll bring out the apps. This way at least a dozen people should be there and realize they have to share the apps. The alcoholic beverages will be in the kitchen, which will force people away from the dining room buffet for a bit. Tree trimming will begin and my plan is to serve dinner by 5 pm. </p> <p>I just placed my dinner serveware out on my kitchen counters and I could add a third appetizer opposite the where the booze will go (my kitchen is U-shaped). I think if I add one more veggie my guests will revolt! :silly: A few of my guests definitely love pop corn. Maybe I could pop some and mix in cinnamon and cayenne pepper or find some fun holiday seasoning mix.</p> <p>My mom said the same thing that people will BYOB if they have a strong preference. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371560 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 10:49:42 +0000 Greentea 2371560@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: Oh! Good job, so that skewer is kind of what I was thinking of with the greek salad. That's a tough call, but that spinach dip sounds SO GOOD. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371557 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 10:39:49 +0000 MrsH 2371557@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: 😮 Blue label?? Can I come? I don't need to eat any food.</p> <p>Eta: for what it is worth Johnny blue is a $200+ dollar bottle of scotch </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371554 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 10:23:45 +0000 Foodnerd81 2371554@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: how long will people be hanging around eating appetizers? I was going to suggest something light, like a veggie tray, in addition to what you already have, just in case people want to keep eating. But I would prefer the caprese skewers over the dip, as would my LO (the dip also sounds yummy though, and I LOVE the dates). </p> <p>Also agree that adding an extra veggie side would be good. I think anyone who is picky about their drinks will bring their own as a hostess gift anyway (like beer drinkers will show up with a six pack and probably a bunch of people will bring a bottle of wine). </p> <p>That punch sounds so good and I really want some now. Perfect for the pregnant lady who wants something special that isn't water. :)</p> <p>As for kids, you could check with their parents but I think most will bring a back up if they know their kid is picky. Mine would eat the skewers, the roasted veggies, and that succotash thing you posted. She hardly eats chicken because she's a weirdo. And if she was still hungry I'm pretty sure she'd fill up with dessert. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371546 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 10:09:22 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2371546@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@travelgirl1: I appreciate your input! @travellingbee: @Mrs. Champagne: Ok, I won't plan for a separate "kid-friendly" item. We always have pasta, butter, and parmesean cheese on hand, which I think is "kid-friendly" in case I need to whip up some pasta on the fly. </p> <p>@Greentea: Initially, I was going to serve spinach dip instead of the caprese skewers. My dining room buffet fits two appetizer trays, the punch bowl, drink dispenser and accompanying cups, cocktail napkins, and appetizer plates. I don't have room to add a third appetizer. What's more yummy? </p> <p>Cold spinach dip w/ crostinis (this taste creamy/ cheesy)</p> <p>Caprese skewer: mozzarella ball/ cherry tomatoe/ fresh basil w/ balsamic drizzle </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371538 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 09:50:04 +0000 Mrs. Champagne 2371538@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think it looks delish and want to come over for dinner :)</p> <p>My son is 1.5 and I would put a bit of everything on his plate except maybe the appetizers. I wouldn't worry about making a specific item for kids. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371530 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 09:29:24 +0000 Greentea 2371530@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would think maybe cheese and crackers would be nice? Or, as mentioned, a side for vegetarians, even something cheese heavy like greek salad. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371519 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 08:27:56 +0000 SweetiePie 2371519@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: If you know that the guests will prefer hard liquor over beer or other types of wine, then that's fine :-) Moscato and Johnny Walker are just very specific flavors so I thought some more basics would be good. Vodka maybe like you said! (I personally don't like either whiskey or moscato so maybe I'm biased). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371515 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 08:19:22 +0000 travellingbee 2371515@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wouldn't worry about the kids, personally and I wouldn't want someone to worry about mine. If my kid's picky I'll bring stuff for him. Also, most kids like chicken, I think. Mine certainly does. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371512 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 08:13:56 +0000 travelgirl1 2371512@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: I know this question wasn't aimed at me, but these days I try get my kid to try what is offered at someone's house, but bring a PB sandwich in my bag as back up. She is usually to busy playing at wherever we are to eat, and will eat her sandwich on the way home :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371508 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 08:10:59 +0000 Smurfette 2371508@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: I bring pouches or other snack stuff as backup. But usually everyone has kids so they have kid friendly stuff. Most of the kids I know wouldn't eat much on the menu. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371506 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 08:06:42 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2371506@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Smurfette: Unfortunately, I have no clue what the kids like to eat or will eat. I know the 8 y.o. eats "kids menu" type of food when out, but idk if that is what is served at home too. The 11 y.o. eats all kind of stuff, but idk if she'll definitely like what's on the menu. How do you usually handle going to someone's house for the first time and the menu is unknown?</p> <p>@SweetiePie: Coffee is on the menu! I'll have coffee on hand because that is what I grew up with when entertaining. Besides my parents, no one else on my guest list that's hosted me has ever served coffee, so I doubt more than 1 or 2 people will actually drink it. :sad: If requested, I'll share my Red Roobis tea &amp; honey.</p> <p>Since we are serving had liquor (Johnny Walker) I don't think the two beer drinkers in the group will miss beer. One has another party to attend after ours anyway, so maybe he'll get beer there. I think I will sneak Vodka on my spirits run for a more crowd-friendly liquor to spike with the punch. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371501 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 07:40:19 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2371501@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: @T.H.O.U.: I found a Green Bean Succotash recipe that I think everyone will like and is different enough from the three other all veg items on the menu. I'll try the recipe out today. Thanks for the input!</p> <p>&gt;&gt; Recipe: <a href="http://www.perrysplate.com/2009/09/green-bean-succotash.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.perrysplate.com/2009/09/green-bean-succotash.html</a> &lt;&lt;</p> <p>[attach=3033/15/nyiz77.560x400.Green-Bean-Succotash.jpg] </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371499 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 07:31:48 +0000 SweetiePie 2371499@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think the menu sounds wonderful and as long as you make enough quantity of each it is enough variety/items. </p> <p>I agree with you, I also would be concerned about the beverages. I like to have lots of options! Beer I would definitely have a couple of varieties (a basic domestic and something fancier). And a red wine option, Pinot noir is usually safe. And in my experience not everyone likes moscato, but maybe you already know that your guests do? If it were me I'd also have a pinot Grigio, sauv blanc or Sancerre.<br /> And for holidays I do try to have soda. Gingerale at least.<br /> I'd also be sure to have some tea with the coffee after dinner. </p> <p>You're a rockstar! That's a lot of guests for anyone, let alone a pregnant woman. Go girl! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371496 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 07:27:58 +0000 Smurfette 2371496@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Are the kids picky? My LO would not eat anything but the rolls. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/menu-critique-1#post-2371473 Sat, 28 Nov 2015 06:24:04 +0000 T.H.O.U. 2371473@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with maybe one other simple side for the vegetarians. Even just aomething simple like green beans with almond slivers. </p>