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How Much Pizza for a 100 Guests Wedding Shower?
Wedding Shower • 100 guests
Your Total
15
pizzas
of pizza
102
total servings
1
per person
15%
buffer
Note: This assumes pizza is your main food. If serving multiple foods, reduce this amount by 30-40%.
📐 Why This Amount Works
1
Estimate actual eaters
100 guests × 85% eating rate At large events, about 85% of guests will eat full servings. 85 eaters
2
Calculate servings (as main dish)
85 eaters × 3 pizzas per person As a main dish, plan for 3 pizzas per person. 255 base servings
3
Apply wedding shower modifier
× 0.4 (-60% for pizza) Wedding Showers typically consume 60% less pizza than average. 102 pizzas needed
4
Convert to pizzas
102 pizzas ÷ 8 per pizza Each pizza provides 8 pizzas. 12.8 pizzas (raw)
5
Add 15% buffer & round up
12.8 × 1.15 = 14.7, rounded up Always round up and add a buffer. Running out of food is worse than having leftovers! 15 pizzas
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Caterer-Tested Formula
Our calculations are based on real event data from professional caterers and party planners.
📊 Quick Reference: Pizza by Guest Count
| Guests | Pizza Needed | Total Servings |
|---|---|---|
| 25 guests | 4 pizzas | 26 servings |
| 50 guests | 8 pizzas | 51 servings |
| 75 guests | 12 pizzas | 77 servings |
| 100 guests (you) | 15 pizzas | 102 servings |
| 150 guests | 23 pizzas | 153 servings |
| 200 guests | 30 pizzas | 204 servings |
* All calculations include a 15% buffer. Amounts for wedding shower as main dish.
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💡 Pro Tips for Wedding Shower Food
- ✓ Elegant, bite-sized foods are the gold standard - tea sandwiches, fruit skewers, mini quiches.
- ✓ Sweet treats are essential - petit fours, macarons, and a beautiful cake or cupcakes.
- ✓ Plan 5-7 savory pieces and 2-3 sweet pieces per guest for a 2-3 hour event.
- ✓ Presentation matters more than quantity - use tiered trays and beautiful serving pieces.
- ✓ Dietary accommodations are essential - have vegetarian and gluten-free clearly labeled.
Buying Guide
Bridal showers call for elegant finger foods. Think tea sandwiches, fresh fruit displays, cheese boards, and beautiful desserts. Plan $12-20 per person for a nice spread. Avoid anything messy or requiring utensils.
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