How much food per person?

Use these planning rules to estimate portions for any food and any group. All numbers assume an adult with normal appetite — adjust by ±15-20% for light or hungry crowds.

Mains

Pasta: 100g dry. Rice: 75g dry. BBQ meat: 225g cooked. Pizza: 3 slices. Tacos: 3.

Sides

Salad: 60g greens (side) or 120g (main). Bread roll: 1-2 per person.

Drinks

Coffee: 2 cups/adult. Wine: ½ bottle/adult. Soft drinks: 2 servings/adult.

Desserts

Cake: 1 slice/person. Cookies: 2-3 per person.

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