A Great Gatsby party menu
The new film version of The Great Gatsby perfectly captures the excesses of the roaring twenties, from endless cocktail hours to over-the-top, glitzy parties. We’re celebrating this bygone era with a swingin’ menu of our own, complete with classic mint juleps and citrusy gin & tonics!
Cocktails
With a mint twist, this speakeasy spirit is a twenties classic and perfect party-starter.
Jay Gatsby and Daisy Buchanan met in the south — so we've also chosen a delicious southern-style bourbon and mint cocktail for sipping.
Hors d'ouvres
One-bite appetizers for guests to nibble on while they mix and mingle.
Appetizers
Creamy-artichoke and smoked salmon sandwiches
Classic caesar salad recipe
As the cocktail hour winds down, light and easily prepared appetizers will whet guest's appetites for the main event.
Main
Spiced glazed ham
Healthier fried chicken
Apricot jam, rum and spices make this one mouth-watering glazed ham, while our fried chicken recipe keeps a little southern flavour going through the menu.
Dessert
Strawberry and lemon cream cheese cupcakes
No-bake lemon mascarpone cheesecake
Brightly coloured, these delicious and decadent desserts are only fitting for a glitzy Gatsby party.
After-dinner drink
A champagne cocktail to celebrate a glittering and glamourous evening, cheers!
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