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Small Dinner Party Ideas During COVID-19

This past year has been a shock to many industries. Hospitality, leisure, events and sports have all faced a difficult period during the COVID-19 lockdowns. It has left us all missing loved ones and missing the chance to socialise in bars, pubs and restaurants! To socialise with friends at dinner parties seems like a distant memory, but it doesn’t need to be. Just because your dinner party is restricted in numbers, doesn’t mean that it needs to be restricted in the quality of food, the creativity of the evening or the wonderful conversations that naturally flow when even just a small group of loved ones come together. Discover our tasty, quality and gourmet COVID dinner party ideas.

Small dinner parties can be a perfect way of ending a long week. Current government guidelines have us in a lockdown, however when restrictions end, social gatherings may be allowed again with up to six people. However a dinner party can still be held when there are two, three or four people in your household too. If anything, the coronavirus laws can spark creativity and a chance to make some really great lockdown memories.

One of the best ways to throw a successful small dinner party is to give it a theme. Dress up, dress down, or dress to the occasion, by keeping the dinner party small means that providing fun gimmicks for each party member is cheap and easy instead of an organisational nightmare.

COVID dinner party ideas

Having a lower number of party guests means you can individually serve your starters, mains, and desserts, in separate pots and plates. Not only is this COVID-conscious, but it also looks incredible. Serve your starters and desserts in glass pots, so you can see any intricate layering or brightly coloured ingredients for a wow-factor!

Of course, another main component of a successful dinner party is how to keep everyone entertained. With social distancing measures in place, there are a lot of classic games, which can’t be played, but some great games still remain! You could try the famous name game where you have a post-it note with the name of someone famous on it, and you have to ask yes or no questions to your friends in order to guess who you are. Or, if you are having a couple’s dinner party, why not do a Mr & Mrs question round – it’s a guaranteed way of having everyone in fits of laughter!

If this past year has taught us anything, it is to cherish the time we share with our family. If a dinner party seems a little stressful, why not let dido’s take some of the stress away and provide you with a fine culinary experience in the comfort of your own home. Let us focus on the food, and you can enjoy seeing your loved ones after a tough and demanding year.

If you are interested in the services we provide, check out our website or give us a call to see how we can help you throw a safe COVID-19 dinner party. Our dido’s @ home service makes a wonderful option during lockdown and beyond. With our blog, we hope you have been able to find some COVID-safe dinner party ideas!

dido’s fine food is based in Thame. From here we can service client’s within a ten-mile radius of the OX9 postcode with our dido’s @ home bespoke weekly menu. Not in this area? No problem!  Contact us for a delivery price to your home.

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If you are planning an event in October, we would If you are planning an event in October, we would love to cater for you! Whether it is a corporate party or a private get-together with family and friends,  we will work out a suitable menu with you which considers any intolerances, dietary requirements and allergies you or your guests may have.⁠
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Book ahead now for October! Call us on 07796 274028, or drop us an email at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk and tap the link in our bio to visit our website!⁠
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All praise the Aubergine! ⁠ ⁠ The team here at All praise the Aubergine! ⁠
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The team here at dido’s fine food and my family absolutely adore them!�Enjoy them in a tasty casserole or blitz them up in a baba ganoush dip! However you love them, do let me know in the comments how you eat your aubergines.⁠
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Thinking of hosting an event that needs catering from October onwards? Please get in touch with dido’s fine food and contact us on 07796 274028,  or you can send an email at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk. Tap on the link in our bio for more information!⁠
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Scrumptious sweet treats made especially for your Scrumptious sweet treats made especially for your sweet tooth!⁠
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Whether it’s a torte, grand cake, fruit meringues or a simple yet delicious brownie; all our food is made with the finest quality ingredients and plated with love. ⁠
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Catering for you, your guests and any dietary requirements has never been easier and tastier! Enjoy the finer food in life with dido's.⁠
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If you are planning a corporate event or hosting a private party in October, please call us on 07796 274028, or drop us an email at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk. You can also visit our website if you tap on our profile bio link.⁠
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Eating with your eyes?⁠ ⁠ We don’t blame you Eating with your eyes?⁠
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We don’t blame you! ⁠
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dido’s fine food subverts the expectations of party food each and every time. Our food is made fresh with locally sourced ingredients and best of all; it is delicious! With our years of London industry-based experience, you can expect the best for your 2023 event!⁠
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If you are planning a 2023 party – private or corporate, book us today on 07796 274028. You can also email us at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk or go to our website by tapping the link in our bio. ⁠
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It is vital we all find time for ourselves and tak It is vital we all find time for ourselves and take care of our mental health. I have enjoyed spending time with my family and on the odd occasion, those children of mine do cook for me so I can take the night off!⁠
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Have you got an event coming up that needs catering for? Call us on 07796 274028 or drop us an email at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk to book our private catering service and discuss availability. You can also tap on our bio to go to our website in case anything else takes your fancy! ⁠
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Craving a canapé?⁠ ⁠ With summer now here, ca Craving a canapé?⁠
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With summer now here, canapés are the perfect party food! They can be eaten as an appetiser but are also delicious enough to enjoy with a glass of bubbly or to refresh your palate. Treat your guests, whether it’s a corporate or private party to dido’s fine food. ⁠
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Whatever the event, we will cater! Give us a call today to discuss all our services on 07796 274 028, or you can email us at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk and tap the link in our Instagram bio to book us!⁠
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Fancy our mouth-watering meringues on your menu?⁠
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Don’t settle for anything less than our signature fine food! Designing your perfect menu with us couldn’t be any easier. We promise bespoke menus tailored to your event that deliver on both taste and presentation!⁠
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Book now for 2023! Call us on 07796 274028 or email us at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk. You can also tap the link in our bio to be taken to our website and book there. ⁠
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We are taking bookings for October onwards right n We are taking bookings for October onwards right now! Ensure you get your space with us and plan ahead – as we would hate to turn you lovely people away!⁠
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Look no further than dido’s fine food for your private party catering! Please contact us on 07796 274028. Or, drop us an email at dido@didosfinefood.co.uk. You can also visit our website by tapping the link in our bio on our profile.⁠
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