Feastimator

Serving calculator

Serving calculator for food events and shared meals

Feastimator helps estimate servings while accounting for the rest of the menu, so appetizers, mains, sides, desserts, rice, bread, and beverages work together.

Appetizer servings

Plan the menu, portions, serving containers, groceries, and shared responsibilities with the whole food event in mind.

Main course servings

Plan the menu, portions, serving containers, groceries, and shared responsibilities with the whole food event in mind.

Dessert servings

Plan the menu, portions, serving containers, groceries, and shared responsibilities with the whole food event in mind.

Rice servings

Plan the menu, portions, serving containers, groceries, and shared responsibilities with the whole food event in mind.

Bread servings

Plan the menu, portions, serving containers, groceries, and shared responsibilities with the whole food event in mind.

Beverage servings

Plan the menu, portions, serving containers, groceries, and shared responsibilities with the whole food event in mind.

Serving sizes depend on menu context

People eat differently when there are multiple mains, sides, appetizers, breads, desserts, and drinks. Feastimator keeps those relationships in mind.

Choose a portion style

Conservative, standard, and generous settings help hosts plan for the tone of the event without making unsupported guarantees.

Translate servings into action

Serving estimates connect to grocery planning, trays, recipe cards, and shared assignments so the plan remains practical.

Frequently asked questions

How do appetizers affect dinner portions?

Appetizers can reduce expected consumption of mains, especially when there are many options. Feastimator considers menu structure rather than sizing dishes independently.

How much food should I prepare with multiple main dishes?

Multiple mains usually share demand. Feastimator distributes planning across the menu instead of treating each main as the only entree.