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Invite GFS Marketplace to your
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.