Entertaining Made Easy
Cheese Calculator
Looking for information specific to your next event? Use our "cheese calculator" below.
Check out our chart to determine how much cheese is needed for your party.
| # of People | Main Meal6 oz. person | Luncheon4 oz. person | Cocktail Hour3 oz. person | Snack/Appetizer2 oz. person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 lbs | 1.25 lbs | 1 lb | 0.5 lb |
| 10 | 3.75 lbs | 2.5 lbs | 2 lbs | 1.25 lbs |
| 20 | 7.5 lbs | 5 lbs | 3.75 lbs | 2.5 lbs |
| 30 | 11.25 lbs | 7.5 lbs | 5.5 lbs | 3.75 lbs |
| 40 | 15 lbs | 10 lbs | 7.5 lbs | 5 lbs |
| 50 | 18.75 lbs | 12.5 lbs | 9.5 lbs | 6.25 lbs |
| 100 | 37.5 lbs | 25 lbs | 18.75 lbs | 12.5 lbs |
| 150 | 56.25 lbs | 37.5 lbs | 28 lbs | 18.75 lbs |
| 200 | 75 lbs | 50 lbs | 37.5 lbs | 25 lbs |
