A Foodie’s Ultimate Birthday Party

If the smell wafting from a nearby gastropub makes your
mouth water and brings a smile to your face, you might be a foodie. You likely
enjoy various foods, spices, and culturally delicious plates you can find
brings you joy just like any other hobby. Being a foodie is more than grabbing
a bite to quiet down a rumbling stomach — it’s also about finding pleasure in
the food itself. This passion can be recreated for you in the form of a foodie
lovers birthday party. You can put a spin on a classic childhood menu, creating
an edible experience big enough to share. By intertwining childhood favorites
with a hint of creativity and innovation, you can celebrate your big day in
style. Here are some things for a foodie to enjoy at this ultimate birthday
party.

You don’t need to find yourself looking at those double
digits on your cake with trepidation or sadness. Stick to nostalgia and
recreate the beloved foods from your childhood to share with all of your
closest friends today. Summer backyard barbecues always set the tone, whether
they bring you back to childhood 4th of July parties with sparklers and root
beer floats, or the late nights around a fire pit roasting s’ mores. You can
create a fun atmosphere complete with sparkling lights..

Decorate the backyard with a few summer
touches. Because you want to enjoy your food in peace, you can make functional
centerpieces of edible and pest-resistant plants. Lavender,
peppermint, and basil are natural ways to keep the mosquitos at bay.
Citronella, though not edible, has small, white flowers that can be added to
planters around the yard for an added layer of protection.

Once the scene is set, it’s time to make mouths water
with twists on your old favorites. With a slushie machine rental, you can serve up snow
cones with a variety of syrups you made yourself. Raspberries freshly picked
can be transformed into a sweet syrup to pour over shaved ice. Add a splash of
your favorite lemon or citrus liquor for a grown-up version of an old-time flair.

Finger foods are small treats that guests can snack on
while conversing with each other while the main dish is being made. Summer
classics like hot dogs and hamburgers can take transformed into small versions
as sliders and pigs in a blanket. Tropical and
fun toothpicks can help aid you pick up your tiny fare. Whip up a selection of gourmet condiments and other
specialties alongside the familiar foods. You can arrange small dishes of honey
dijon, horseradish sauce with pineapple, or mustard with a hint of cognac to
try out.

People enjoy schmoozing at a party, so if you are
limited on space, portable and easy-to-eat food can be a great idea to allow
guests to socialize without worrying about where to sit. One great, innovative
option is to use a waffle cone as a plate, and allow guests to fill it with all
kinds of favorite dishes like macaroni and cheese, bacon, grilled chicken and even mashed potatoes. If you love
potatoes, you can place a few varieties of mashed potatoes with toppings such
as chives, cilantro, cracked peppercorns, and sea salt. French fries or tater
tots drizzled with melted cheese can be the base of your dinner cone and add
sauteed onions, steak, and peppers. You may want to lay out a few different
options so your guests can create their own combinations. It’s easy to carry
and eat with a long fork to grab everything at the bottom and you don’t have to
worry about the clutter or environmental impact of
plastic plates.

To turn the waffle cone into a delicious dessert vessel,
set out ice cream, in addition to cherries soaked in vodka with chopped nuts.
It’s the perfect treat for a hot summer evening.

For added vibes, add a few glow sticks to your sundaes
and take a seat by the pool.

And don’t forget to take loads of photos, and share all
the ibi smiles
with all the guests afterward.