Birthdays are some of the most memorable moments in a lifetime. No matter how you celebrate them, birthdays will always serve as a special day of the year where you get to honor life. It marks another year of life, experiences, success, and challenges. And so, it is only right to celebrate the year with something fun and enjoyable. And what better way can you celebrate birthdays than throwing a party?

There are countless ways to plan parties, from prepping a pizza party catering to virtual birthday parties, everything is possible. Thanks to the creativity and innovativeness of many, there is a lot of inspiration you can get from others. 

While you have various options for throwing a nice birthday party, you can never go wrong with a simple food trip with your friends, colleagues, and/or family. And when it comes to food, it is important that you get them right. Food is a focal point at many parties. Most often than not, it can also make or break the party that you prepared. 

With food being an important aspect in celebrations and gatherings, making sure that it is something your guests can enjoy is a must. One way to guarantee satisfaction with your food is sticking to the staples – pastries. 

Pastries are popular in not only parties but regular meals. From breakfast to snacks, incorporating pastries to your menu and food selection will keep everything easier. However, with the wide range of pastries out there, you might start struggling with what to actually have.

Here are some pastry options to have for birthday parties:

Pizza

When it comes to celebrations, a good old box of pizza is a classic food you can enjoy. Pizza is known for its versatility. From flavors to toppings, you can get the taste that you want from a pizza. Aside from the fact that you can customize it based on your preference, you can also cater to what your guests like too. You can go vegetable toppings if they are health conscious or meaty ones if they prefer something juicy and flavorful.

Pizza is also a very common food that fits just about any occasion so it is the kind of food that everyone will be comfortable with. With this, you can ensure satisfaction among your guests. At the end of the day, you would also want them to enjoy. Going for a food that is tried and tested through time will hit the mark easily.

Garlic Bread

Garlic bread is commonly eaten on the side with different dishes. If you are having some pasta, steak, soup, or stew, garlic bread will match the menu perfectly. Aside from the distinct taste, it also offers a soft texture that complements many other foods. This is why garlic bread should be a staple in not just birthdays but any party in that matter.

On top of garlic bread’s flavor and texture that matches other food effortlessly, it can also fit a more formal gathering. If a posh and more sophisticated meal is what you aim for, you can serve garlic bread with your charcuterie platter. Garlic bread will taste perfect with different variants of cheese, meat, and even wine. This just shows how versatile this bread can be.

Pies

There are a handful of foods that has so many varieties that it is almost impossible to taste all of them in one occasion (or maybe in a lifetime) – pie is one of them. Pies are some of the foods that you be personalized too. You can base each one on your taste or the specific ingredients that you want. From sweet to fruity, and from healthy to meaty, a pie can make all your cravings happen.

Because pies are widely popular, it also holds a traditional and classic value to it. One can even say that a pie will remind them of a part of their childhood. This makes birthday celebrations more special and meaningful not only for you but for your guests too. 

Cookies

A meal can only be completed with a dessert. The sweet taste of desserts will be a refreshing touch of flavor to your mouth. The sugar content also boosts energy so everyone can be more active interacting during the party. This is an important addition to your meal since it is a known phenomenon that people can get sleepy after eating. Cookies are a classic choice for your dessert since they are easy to make and are a crowd favorite.

What is so good about cookies is that it is one of the very few desserts you can prepare last minute. From 30 minutes to an hour, you can finish a well-cooked cookie to be enjoyed by everyone. If baking is not your thing, cookies are also widely accessible in many local stores. In fact, there are also a handful of online bakeshops you can buy from. This makes cookies a reliable treat you can share with everyone.

Cake 

For the longest time, the cake is always a representation of celebration. From weddings to anniversaries, it seems like cakes play a big part in many special events in your life. And so, what better way can you celebrate a birthday than having a good old birthday cake. Cakes are not only about the taste. They can be soft, flavorful, and mouth-watering, but the best part is their significance. The idea of cake alone will elevate not only your guests’ appetite but your birthday experience too.

Cakes also go in countless flavors and decorations. You can choose to decorate a cake to match a personality or mood. It can also follow a theme if you plan to have one. This will make your celebration memorable. Not to mention that one of the highlights of many birthday parties is blowing the candles on the cake.

Key Takeaway

Birthday parties are some of the most unforgettable and worthwhile memories you can have. Because they are so special, it is only right to celebrate them rightfully. Birthday parties can be hard to plan and manage. And although it can definitely be hard, note that the key to a successful party is good food. 

Good food draws people together and makes everyone’s experience and mood better. You can call it a bit predictable but pastries are proven to be a good food option at any party. From flavorful pizza to a sentimental cake, a birthday party will be complete with them in it. So, if you get a bit stressed out planning for your next birthday bash, you know what food you can rely on.