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Holiday Party!We make entertaining easyServe your guests restaurant-quality food that is delicious and

convenient! Our friendly staff is always on hand to help you plan

the perfect party—whether you need product suggestions or

quantity calculations—we make planning a party easy.

Party Planning Solutions for All Your Needs With GFS Marketplace®, planning for the holidays

has never been easier. There are many factors

that make a celebration great; below are

a few questions to consider that will

help you plan your event.

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• Howmanypeopleareyouexpecting? If it’s a small group, consider a family-style meal. A larger group would make a buffet-style meal more appropriate.

• Doyouplanoncookingandservingeverythingyourself? To make sure you have time to mingle with your guests, you might want to ask family or friends to serve. If your guest list is more than you feel comfortable serving, consider hiring a caterer.

• Whatisyourbudget? Don’t forget that your food menu may require other incidentals, such as tents, linens, tables, and chairs.

Plan the Perfect Menu• Isthepartycasualorelegant? Everything from

appetizers to drinks will be decided by the tone of the party.

• Whattypeoffoodareyouplanningtoserve?Consider breakfast, appetizers and hors d’oeuvres, a full meal, or maybe a dessert-only menu.

• Arethereanyspecialaccommodationsthatyouneedtomakeforyourguests? Make sure to ask if anyone has food allergies, or special dietary needs.

• Whatistheagemixofyourgroup? A wide age range may dictate the type of food you serve. For instance, children might like pizza bites, mini hot dogs, or macaroni and cheese.

• Howwillthefoodbeserved? Buffet or sit down? Make sure you have a good mix of handheld foods, or think about sit-down dinner menus—do you have the appropriate dinnerware, linens, or table décor?

All the Little Details• Whattimeistheparty? Food choices may vary based

on the time of day. Quiche, fruits, and juices are great for brunch, while sandwiches and finger foods are better for afternoon parties.

• Willthepartybeheldindoorsoroutside? Your food, décor, and time of the party can revolve around the setting.

• Willyouneedtokeepthefoodhotorcoldforperiodsoftime? If so, where or how will this be done? Consider chafer sets, outlet locations, and if you’ll have enough refrigerator space.

• Whattypeofextrasdoyouneed? Decide if you’ll use disposables, or rent tableware, linens, or tents. Also, don’t forget your servingware like bowls, serving spoons, and dishes!

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Easy solutions your holiday party!Delight your guests with restaurant-quality food products that will leave them believing the whole party was catered. Best of all, you save time and money with easy-to-prepare items in value-sized packaging that stretches your food dollar and satisfies everyone!

Party Favorites Handheld foods like tasty egg rolls and soy sauce are a finger-licking party favorite!

Trays and Treats with a TwistCustomize your party trays with quality meats, cheeses, fruits, and mini desserts. Choose your favorites to show your creative flair!

Pre-cooked meatballs made with a tantalizing blend of the freshest, leanest beef and savory spices. Add one of our sauces to make it a meal!

Step up the elegance with our succulent and savory prime rib. Pre-cooked for your convenience.

Satisfying & Savory

Hot and ConvenientHeat-and-serve prepared items eliminate all the prep work for you! Our wide selection includes everything from meatballs, cocktail franks, mini hor d’oeuvres, breaded appetizers, and egg rolls, to our many prepared entrées like pulled pork, chicken, and fajita meat.

Keeping It EasyQuick and easy solutions like delicious cheesecakes, brownies, shrimp, croissants and rolls, cream puffs, and more! We also have pre-made veggie trays, ready-to-serve fruit, and meat and cheese cube trays.

If You Like to Create If you prefer to make your own dishes, we have fine ingredients available from fresh produce and dairy to delectable seasonings, spices, and sauces. Display your favorite creation with one of our many serving trays, bowls, or dishes.

Sensational Seafood Ready-to-serve shrimp always make a great appetizer or main dish. Choose from peeled and deveined, peeled and un-deveined, EZ Peel®, or shell on.

Tasty Appetizers Mushrooms, chicken

wings, cheese sticks, and onion rings are available for pop-in-your-mouth

convenience!

Always in season!

Ready-To-Serve Party Trays

Ready-to-serve party trays are a quick and convenient solution. Choose from veggie trays; meat, cheese, and cracker trays; and shrimp rings. These quality items are available at a value you can appreciate.

Treat your guests to tempting desserts with our smooth and creamy cheesecakes. Serve the same quality desserts that are used in fine restaurants!

Mini quiche and hors d’oeuvres are a party staple—always easy and irresistibly tasty!

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Heat and Serve Sides

There’s more time for your family and guests with these ready-to-go side dishes. Simply heat and serve to deliciously compliment your entrée.

Looking for something special?Looking for that special cut of meat or exotic seafood for that special occasion? We can Express Order what you need.

Want more than you see on the shelf?Through our Express Order program, you can get as much as you need by the case.

MenuWizardComputerized Menu Planner

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Our free Menu Wizard menu planner helps you

determine exactly how much food to buy for your

party size. You don’t have to worry about having

enough food!

1. Select from dozens of our favorite pre-built

menus. Choose from an Italian buffet, dessert

bar, bridal brunch, or many other options.

-or-2. Create your own menu!

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Here are some tips for estimating portions for your event.• Always round your estimates up, not down.

• Anticipate which items will be most popular, and serve more than suggested. For example, shellfish appetizers are always popular, so serve as many as your budget allows.

• The more choices you offer, the smaller your calculation of individual portions should be.

• Add “bulk” items to your menu. For a sit-down dinner, have plenty of bread to fill in any hungry spots. When hosting a cocktail party, nuts, olives, pretzels, etc. provide security that you’ll have enough for all without extra work.

4 ounces of MeatExamples: Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, Meatballs, Chicken, or Fish

*For a sit-down meal, 6–8 oz. of an entrée is recommended.

4 ounces of a Potato or SaladExamples: Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Macaroni Salad, or Scalloped or Au Gratin Potatoes

4 ounces of Another VegetableExamples: Green Beans, Carrots, Corn, or Mixed Vegetables

4 ounces of Dessert

Examples: Pies, Cakes, Mixed Fruit, Puddings, Gelatin, or Ice Cream

PortionGuidePlan on an average of 1 lb. of food per person.

4 ounce portions of 4 food groups equals 1 pound per person.

NumberofPeopletobeServed

PoundsofEachFoodGroup

20 People 5 lb.

40 People 10 lb.

60 People 15 lb.

80 People 20 lb.

100 People 25 lb.

120 People 30 lb.

160 People 40 lb.

200 People 50 lb.

ITEM QUANTITY PORTIONS/QTY.

Beverages

Coffee 3 lb. can Approx. 300 servings

Creamer 12 oz. Approx. 133 servings

Sugar 200 ct. Approx. 200 servings

Punch 5 gal. Approx. 106 servings

Condiments

Ketchup 64 oz. Approx. 128 servings

Mustard 1 gal. Approx. 250 servings

Mayonnaise 1 gal. Approx. 250 servings

Salad Dressings 1 gal. Approx. 64 servings

Desserts

Pies 10" Approx. 8 servings

Sheet Cakes 12" x 16" tray Approx. 36 servings

Brownies 12" x 16" tray Approx. 48 servings

Entrées/Buffets

Ham 12 lb. avg. Approx. 32 servings

Prime Rib 12 lb. avg. Approx. 19 servings

Split Top Round 8 lb. avg. Approx. 21 servings

Steaks 5 lb. Approx. 13 servings

Turkey Breast 8 lb. avg. Approx. 21 servings

Lasagna 5 lb. Approx. 13 servings

Horsd’Oeuvres

Chicken Wings 5 lb. Approx. 15–20 servings

Cocktail Franks 3.33 lb. Approx. 50 servings

Meatballs 10 lb. Approx. 50–60 servings

SlicedMeats&Cheese

Meats - Sliced 2 lb. Approx. 8 servings

Cheese - Sliced 5 lb. Approx. 80 servings

Relish/CheeseTray

Cheese - Cubed 1 lb. Approx. 15 servings

Dill Pickle Spears .5 gal. Approx. 25 servings

Med. Black Olives #10 can Approx. 60 servings

Relish Pack 5 lb. Approx. 25 servings

Stuffed Man. Olives .5 gal. Approx. 100 servings

Vegetable/Spinach Dip 2.75 lb. Approx. 44 servings

SideDishes

Canned Fruits & Veg. #10 can Approx. 27 servings

Gelatin Molds 4 lb. Approx. 16 servings

Lettuce Salad 3 lb. Approx. 21 servings

Mixed Fruit (frozen) 5 lb. Approx. 20 servings

Ready-Made Salads 10 lb. Approx. 40 servings

Hot Sides 3 lb. Approx. 12 servings

Snacks

Candies/Nuts 2 lb. Approx. 32 servings

Chip Dip 3 lb. Approx. 48 servings

Nacho Cheese #10 can Approx. 50 servings

Nacho Chips 3 lb. Approx. 48 servings

Potato Chips 3 lb. Approx. 48 servings

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The above numbers are based on average consumption.