What are some hen do food ideas?

The best hen do food is easy to eat while chatting, laughing and moving between activities. A build-your-own taco bar works brilliantly: put out bowls of seasoned mince or beans, grilled chicken, shredded lettuce, cheese, salsa, guacamole and sour cream, and let everyone assemble their own. A pizza bar is similar, with bases, sauces, toppings and a hot oven or pizza maker.

A grazing table is a lovely option for a relaxed afternoon. Arrange cured meats, cheeses, olives, grapes, crackers, nuts and dips on a large board or directly on the table. It looks impressive but takes little effort. For a more traditional feel, serve an afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, scones, jam and clotted cream, and a selection of mini cakes. You can buy these ready-made or bake them yourself.

For something sweeter, set up a make-your-own sundae station with ice cream, sauces, sprinkles, fruit and biscuits. If the hen do runs into the evening, a buffet of finger foods like sausage rolls, quiche, spring rolls and mini pies keeps everyone fed without formal sitting down. Always check dietary needs in advance, and label dishes that contain nuts, gluten or dairy. Keep drinks simple too, with a jug of infused water alongside any alcohol.