Salad: Arugula Summer Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette This is what our summer birthday party dinner menu looked like:Īppetizer: Grilled Lemon Ricotta & Peach Crostini Typically, for a dinner party, I like to have the following courses. The more everything ties together, the more fun and cohesive the party will feel! Is it just me, or is creating the birthday party menu the most fun part?! When planning the menu, remember to keep the theme selected in step one. With as busy as everyone is these days, the earlier you get the dinner party on your guests' calendar, the better! Don't forget to ask them if they have any dietary restrictions.

I recommend 4-6 guests to keep things intimate and personal. Once a date is decided, you can start brainstorming a guest list. Determine a time as well, then make sure the chosen date/time works for your birthday guest. Once you've selected a theme, begin looking at what day of the week will work best for hosting the party. You could go with something as simple as 'summer backyard BBQ' or something elaborate as 'night at an Italian winery.' Most importantly, choose something you know the birthday guest will love! When selecting a theme for the birthday dinner, the sky is the limit. I even put together a little mood board on Pinterest to help get my creative juices flowing! Think: summer flowers, bright colors, and grilling. For our birthday dinner party, I wanted to embody a summer vibe. We recently celebrated my mother-in-laws birthday.

You not only want to create a night that's all about them, but also something the other guests can enjoy. Be sure to keep in mind the preferences of your birthday guest of honor. The theme is going to help guide the decision on your menu and decor. First things first, when planning any birthday party, you'll need to come up with a theme for the night.

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