Crockery Checklist for a Farm Party (30 People) – Hyderabad Style Cooking & BBQ

Hosting a farm party in Hyderabad with delicious local flavors and BBQ? Make sure you have the right crockery and utensils to serve your guests comfortably. Here’s a detailed checklist to ensure your party goes smoothly with authentic Hyderabadi dishes and grilled delights.

1. Plates & Bowls

• 30 Dinner Plates (Steel/Melamine) – For biryani, kebabs, and BBQ servings.
• 30 Small Bowls (Katoris) – For curries like mirchi ka salan, dalcha, or raita.
• 10-15 Large Serving Bowls – For biryani, salads, and sides.
• 5-6 Steel Thalis (Optional) – For a traditional Hyderabadi dining experience.

2. Glasses & Drinkware

• 30 Drinking Glasses – For water, sherbet, or soft drinks.
• 20-25 Steel Tumblers – For buttermilk or traditional drinks like Irani chai.
• 10-12 Highball Glasses – For cocktails or mocktails if serving beverages.
• 5-6 Jug/Matkas (Earthen Pots) – For cooling water or serving traditional drinks.

3. Cutlery & Serving Tools

• 30 Forks & Spoons – Essential for biryani, BBQ, and desserts.
• 20-25 Soup Spoons – For shorba or dalcha.
• 10-12 Serving Spoons & Ladles – For dishing out biryani, curries, and salads.
• 5-6 Tongs – For handling BBQ skewers and grilled meats.
• 10-12 Disposable Wooden Spoons (Optional) – For easy cleanup.

4. BBQ & Grilling Essentials

• 2-3 Grill Trays or Skewers – For marinated kebabs, tikkas, and veggies.
• 1 Large Charcoal/Gas Grill – Essential for Hyderabadi BBQ (like boti kebabs and tandoori chicken).
• 1 Grill Brush – For cleaning the grill grates.
• 2-3 Oven Mitts/Gloves – For handling hot trays and skewers.
• 1-2 Basting Brushes – For applying marinades and ghee while grilling.

5. Serving Trays & Platters

• 4-5 Large Steel/Plastic Trays – For serving kebabs, grilled veggies, and starters.
• 2-3 Chafing Dishes (Optional) – To keep biryani and curries warm.
• 3-4 Wooden/Metal Platters – For presenting BBQ items in an appealing way.

6. Extras & Hygiene Items

• Disposable Paper Napkins (3-4 Packs) – For easy cleanup.
• Wet Wipes (2-3 Packs) – For sticky fingers after BBQ and biryani.
• Trash Bags (2-3 Large Bags) – To keep the farm area clean.
• Disposable Plates & Bowls (Backup) – In case of shortage.

7. Traditional Hyderabad-Style Must-Haves

• Handi/Earthen Pot – For dum biryani presentation.
• Copper Glasses (Optional) – For a royal touch in drink serving.
• Banana Leaves (Optional) – For authentic Andhra-style dining.

Final Tips:

• If possible, use eco-friendly or reusable crockery to reduce waste.
• Keep extra plates and cutlery for unexpected guests.
• Label food trays (veg/non-veg) for convenience.

With this checklist, your farm party will be a hit, offering the best of Hyderabadi cuisine and BBQ flavors in a well-organized setup!