Planning a 50th Surprise for my Husband, Any Hints to some food ideas?

Question

I am wanting to throw a suprise birthday party for my husbands 50th, and I was just wanting any kind of food hints-ideas! I'm kinda wanting to go with snack type foods. Any ideas would be great!

Answer 1

Cajun food, it is mostly blackened and that symbolizes over the hill!

Answer 2

cheeseball/crackers, chilli cheese dip,veggie tray,mini cheeseburgers,egg rolls

Answer 3

Bruchetta is a really simple and easy idea, it doesn't take too long, and they're easy to make in bulk the day of.

Fresh veggies and dip are usually a crowd pleaser too.

I wouldn't go overboard on the sweets (at least from my knowledge, most people i know in their 50's are Trying their hardest to eat healthy) So healthy options might be smart.

Fresh shrimp and dip is also a great idea.

If you want something that's more hearty and filling, baking/or buying a hearty lasagna is a great route too.

To keep with the Italian theme, you could also have do a quick antipasto salad.

I have a ton of recipes too! I didn't know if you wanted them included, but send me a message/e-mail and I'll be sure to include them! :)

I hope I could help

PS. If you do want to throw some sweets in there, fresh strawberry shortcake or chocolate covered strawberries are a fun/light summer treat!

I also have great drink ideas if needed.

Answer 4

Get someone in to do the catering ... its so much less hassle. You can enjoy your fellas birthday with him then instead of worrying if everyone has eaten and enjoyed the food.

Answer 5

How about a 50's soda shop.....have the guests make their own sundaes, shakes, etc.   Decorate in red & white stripes and highlight with black items (plates, plastic ware, balloons, etc).  Since it is a surprise....have the girls wear poodle skirts, etc and the guys blue jeans and rolled up tshirts.....Watch/Think GREASE!   Maybe the table decorations could be old 50's cars....either diecast or models.

Answer 6

Regress to the days of yesteryear, when he was 20--What were his favorite foods??  30 years ago--Hot dogs, Maid-rites, pizza, chips, cheeseburgers, fondue (popular then, now becoming re-popular), of course, for us old geezers, a vegetable wheel of carrots, broccoli, celery, cauliflower,etc.  Use a 1970's theme from which to build --(Polyester leisure suits, stacked shoes, etc. for him & guests to dress)

Answer 7

Meatballs

Chicken Wings

Deviled Eggs

Finger Sandwiches

Spinach Dip (with pieces of bread or chips)

Salsa or Cheese Dip

Cheese, Meat, Veggie, and Fruit Trays

Bruschetta (a very easy recipe http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/...

Mini Quesedilla

Fried Mozzarella Sticks

Potato Skins

Spring Rolls

Don't forget desserts like cookies, cake, brownies, or pastries. Strawberries dipped in chocolate is also very popular.

Answer 8

Annie's Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips:

INGREDIENTS

2 kiwis, peeled and diced

2 Golden Delicious apples - peeled, cored and diced

8 ounces raspberries

1 pound strawberries

2 tablespoons white sugar

1 tablespoon brown sugar

3 tablespoons fruit preserves, any flavor

  

10 (10 inch) flour tortillas

butter flavored cooking spray

2 cups cinnamon sugar

DIRECTIONS

In a large bowl, thoroughly mix kiwis, Golden Delicious apples, raspberries, strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar and fruit preserves. Cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 15 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Coat one side of each flour tortilla with butter flavored cooking spray. Cut into wedges and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle wedges with desired amount of cinnamon sugar. Spray again with cooking spray.

Bake in the preheated oven 8 to 10 minutes. Repeat with any remaining tortilla wedges. Allow to cool approximately 15 minutes. Serve with chilled fruit mixture.

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Seven Layer Taco Dip:

INGREDIENTS

1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

1 (16 ounce) can refried beans

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1 (16 ounce) container sour cream

1 (16 ounce) jar salsa

1 large tomato, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 bunch chopped green onions

1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded

1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained

2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

In a medium bowl, blend the taco seasoning mix and refried beans. Spread the mixture onto a large serving platter.

Mix the sour cream and cream cheese in a medium bowl. Spread over the refried beans.

Top the layers with salsa. Place a layer of tomato, green bell pepper, green onions and lettuce over the salsa, and top with Cheddar cheese. Garnish with black olives.

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Brown sugar smokies: (i use the crock pot adding a little water)

INGREDIENTS

1 pound sliced bacon, cut into thirds

1 (14 ounce) package beef cocktail wieners

3/4 cup brown sugar, or to taste

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Refrigerate 2/3 of the bacon until needed. It is easier to wrap the wieners with cold bacon. Wrap each cocktail wiener with a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on a large baking sheet. Sprinkle brown sugar generously over all.

Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until the sugar is bubbly. To serve, place the wieners in a slow cooker and keep on the low setting.