Catering guide
How many mezze per person?
Simple rules of thumb so everyone eats well, with no waste.
The short answer
What matters is the number of different mezze: each variety is planned for all your guests. With a main course, 3 to 4 mezze are enough. Without a main course, plan 5 mezze or more.
Build my menuDepending on your event
- Festive meal with a main course: 3 mezze, then the main course.
- Wedding: 4 mezze, a main course, dessert and drinks.
- Buffet without a main course or reception: 5 mezze, our most affordable package.
- Walking dinner or cocktail: 5 to 8 mezze, mostly finger food (falafel, kibbeh, samosas).
A balanced menu
So that everyone finds something they love, mix:
- cold, creamy mezze: hummus, baba ghanoush, muhammara;
- fresh salads: tabbouleh, fattoush;
- hot bites: falafel, kibbeh, samosas;
- at least two vegetarian mezze (most of them are).
Example with 5 mezze: hummus, tabbouleh, muhammara, falafel and cheese samosas.
Common mistakes
- Too many varieties alongside a main course: you taste everything, but waste.
- Forgetting vegetarian guests: tell us how many in your request.
- Ordering too late: we need at least 2 days.
See the mezze and dishes on our menu →
FAQ
How many mezze for 50 people?
The number of varieties does not depend on the number of guests: 3 to 4 mezze with a main course, 5 or more without. We calculate the quantities for your 50 guests.
Are mezze enough for a full meal?
Yes, with 5 mezze or more: that is our mezze package, the most affordable.
Can we choose our mezze?
Yes: tell us your preferences in your quote request and we build the menu with you.