When planning a baby shower, you will have to consider numerous organizational steps. One of the most important aspects to keep in mind is food. The right selection of meals and beverages will improve the party atmosphere and will give guests the chance to try tasty treats while socializing.

You always have a number of options connected to the theme of the party, the time of the day when it is held and the preferences of the mom-to-be.

To make a good choice, you can pick one of the popular foods that are usually served during a baby shower. These are certain to make all of the people attending the party happy.

Finger Foods
Finger foods are great in terms of socialization. People will grab a sandwich or a mini-pizza from the buffet while chatting to other guests.

All types of finger foods will be great for a baby shower. You can make finger sandwiches and cut them in specific shapes that correspond to the theme of the party. For example, you can get them in the shape of a stylized duckling, a cowboy hat or a soccer ball. You can even decorate the sandwiches in a way that makes them resemble a specific object.

Platters are another great finger food option. Serve vegetable, fruit, cheese and marine food platters.

Mini-pizzas and various dips can also be added to the finger food buffet. All these options will provide diversity an at least one meal suited to a person’s taste.

Salads
Apart from finger foods, serve various healthy salads. Some guests will certainly be weight-conscious. Take into consideration their needs.

A menu of three or four salads will be sufficient. You can easily prepare or order a lettuce and tuna salad, a Greek salad and a seafood salad. If you want to add something sweet and more special, you can have a fruit salad included in the medley.

Salads are both a satiating and dietetic option. Most ladies love them and since you are probably targeting a female audience, several salads will be a good option.

Diaper Treats
Diaper treats are both thematic and very tasty.

You will need a napkin. Place some treat inside (mints, candies a mix of nuts or anything else that you deem appropriate). Fold three sides of the napkin towards the center and use a decorative pin to hold the edges in the center.

Make sure that you place no oily foods or moist treats inside since they will stain the napkin, especially if the diaper treat stays at the buffet table over a longer period of time.

Cakes and Cupcakes
A baby shower needs to offer guests various types of desserts and sweets.

All kinds of cupcakes will be good, especially that they will add some color and splendor to the buffet table. Use icing and decorations to make the cupcake corresponding to the theme.

The cake will be the centerpiece of the buffet. It needs to look good and it needs to be tasty. A stork-themed cake, a crib, a child book, or an angel-themed cake will all be appropriate. This is probably the most creative food piece. Use it to enforce the theme and to make a point. It can feature writing along the decorative items, congratulating the mom and the dad-to-be.

Beverages
Apart from finger foods and appetizers, your buffet should always offer at least three or four types of drinks. To show solidarity with the mom-to-be, it might be a good idea to include non-alcoholic beverages solely.

Make sure you offer several types of fresh juices. Other good suggestions include coffee, tea, sparkling water and virgin drinks.

Diversity is the key to a successful baby shower buffet. Taking into consideration the preferences of the guests is another important aspect. To impress all, have one leading piece and a medley of small appetizers and treats.

Author Bio: Jamie Highland writes about various family and baby topics. For more ideas for baby shower foods or to check out some baby shower gifts, visit My Baby Shower Favors.

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