How to plan a kitchen party
A kitchen party comes together quickly when everyone knows their job. Use this checklist and timeline to organise the committee, the budget and the gifts.
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A typical kitchen party list
Added for you when you start. Keep what you need, price it, add your own.
Kitchen
Pots setNon-stick frying panCutlery setDinner plates (set of 6)Bowls (set of 6)Glasses (set of 6)Cooking utensils setElectric kettleBlenderMicrowaveRice cookerPressure cookerFood storage containers
Home
Iron and ironing boardBed sheetsTowelsCurtainsMop and bucket
Six to eight weeks before
- Agree the date with the bride and the families.
- Form a small committee: chairperson, treasurer, food, decor and programme.
- Set a budget for the venue, food, drinks, decor and any hire.
- Make the gift list, so guests know what the bride needs.
Four weeks before
- Book the venue and any tent, chairs or sound hire.
- Send invitations with the date, venue, dress code and the wish list link.
- Collect committee contributions in one place so the treasurer can see who has paid.
One week before
- Confirm numbers for food and drinks.
- Check which gifts are covered and which are still open, and remind guests.
- Agree the programme: welcome, advice for the bride, games, gift presentation, thank-you.
After the party
- Share photos and a thank-you message with the guests.
- Use the list of who gave what to send personal thank-yous.
- The treasurer shares a short summary of money received and spent.
Ready to start?
It's free. Zanja only keeps a small fee from what is given.
Create your kitchen party wish listFrequently asked questions
Who usually organises a kitchen party?
Usually the bride's female relatives and friends, through a small committee. Agree roles early so no one person carries everything.
How do we collect committee contributions?
Use one link instead of a personal number. Everyone sees the total, and the treasurer doesn't have to match payments by hand.
