note* this is a family member that lives 3 hours away
2007-12-26 11:18:29 · 10 answers · asked by Josh V 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
this is food for a dinner pary
2007-12-26 11:19:44 · update #1
i am the party goer
2007-12-26 11:31:15 · update #2
NOT proper at all!!!! whoever they are.
2007-12-26 21:37:24 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Some people offer to bring something. In that case, suggest something easy and inexpensive. Otherwise, unless you're asking them to co-host the party, don't ask them to help host the party.
Especially at this time of year, it's nice to go out and be treated - even if it's bachelor food! I'd rather eat chips and dip than have to prepare one more dish.
2007-12-26 19:31:16 · answer #2 · answered by noname 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
since you're the party goer and not the host myob it's up to the host to decide the food if you must get involved tell the person to bring desert cupcakes are the rage right now for them to live 3 hours away and then expect them to bring a covered dish is ridiculous how about decorations for the table fresh flowers, fruit basket etc
2007-12-26 19:42:15 · answer #3 · answered by gidget 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Glad I cancelled my initial answer. So someone asked YOU to bring something to THEIR party?
Not good to ask at the last minute, but okay if you were told ahead of time that it's a pot-luck.
Stop at a bakery and pick up a pie or 2. That's usually my favorite last minute taker.
2007-12-26 19:59:34 · answer #4 · answered by Shmooks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what kind of party it is and how many guests you are having. If they are coming for dinner and you are making the main meal, it is fine to ask each guest to bring a side to contribute. This is not rude. But asking only one set of guests would be odd. I think that you offering the house and most of the dinner or food items is plenty and it is not too much to ask for them to bring something. Let them chose what though...it would be weird to suggest something really specific.
2007-12-26 19:25:31 · answer #5 · answered by Jules, E, and Liam :) 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Food or drink but not a present unless you plan a secret santa or something agreed to in advance. Food and Drink are actually a great kind of party where people can show off their cuisine. It also shortens your party bill a bit. Have fun.
Edit: Ok, just saw your additional details. Hope they bring something good.
2007-12-26 19:24:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
To make it proper, tell everyone that it is pot luck.I take it that you are talking about next years Christman party. If they are three hours away, they could bring something not quite as parishable. Like candy, pies, nuts, fruit, potato chips etc.etc.
To make it proper, tell everyone that it is pot luck.
2007-12-26 19:27:59 · answer #7 · answered by guitarrman45 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess it is ok to ask them to bring something.
You can say it in a subtle way, it will be nice if you could bring something to share.
They shouldn't be offended. After all, its a party favor that they will also enjoy.
Happy Holidays.
2007-12-26 19:25:13 · answer #8 · answered by 0801 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes it is. Just tell them"I'm asking everyone to bring something."
2007-12-26 19:30:39 · answer #9 · answered by angels_angelsarehere 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
totally OK, but not at the last minute. it's called a potluck.
2007-12-26 19:42:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋