Creating a dinner party for your friends can be overwhelming, but there are steps you can take to help reduce those feelings and make it a successful event. The first step is creating a timeline that should highlight all the essential steps needed to execute your dinner party. The timeline should include a list of guests that will attend the dinner party, menu creation and theme, purchase of food items and materials, and preparation needed for the day of the event. The timeline will be your guide to help execute the necessary steps leading up to your dinner party. 

 

Once the timeline for your dinner party is created the second step is to identify how many people will be attending the event. This step will help identify how much food and beverages are needed for the dinner party. In addition, once you identify the people who will attend the dinner party, it will also help you understand if any of the individuals have food allergies. This of course may influence the menu you create for the dinner party, which will ensure everyone is safe to eat the dishes you create.