Tag: dinner-party

I'm planning a small dinner for six and I'm a bit nervous about getting it right because two guests are vegetarian and one is gluten-free. I'd like to make something that feels cohesive instead of a bunch of separate plates so no one feels singled out. My kitchen is tiny, my budget is moderate, and I only have about two hours total for prep the day of. I really want it to be relaxed, but I tend to overthink and worry about accidentally excluding someone. What kinds of menus or serving formats (like build-your-own) work well here without turning it into a chaotic potluck? And any polite wording for asking about cross-contamination or hidden ingredients without making it awkward would be appreciated.