Q: Help! I'm having my friend and his girlfriend over for dinner, and he is allergic to all fruits and vegetables (seriously, I know it's weird) while she's vegetarian! What do I make?

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Q: I'm having my wedding in mid-September, and it will be largely self-catered. I've found a lot of great wedding inspiration on The Kitchn, and I was hoping readers might have good suggestions for side dishes which can be made in advance and simply assembled or garnished on my wedding day. More

Q: I am going to a potluck cocktail party and need suggestions on some recipes. The cocktail party host will be making mini meatballs and others will be bringing cocktail foods as well. Need some ideas for some yummy and healthy cocktail foods.

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Q: I'm celebrating my birthday this year at Popup Dinner LA. I've invited about 10 people and we are responsible for bringing our own table settings, decorations, and meal. I'm really excited but I don't know what to make for the dinner. I want it to be a classy affair for my birthday. Ideas?

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Q: My brother-inlaw is getting married, and seven family members have rented a cottage so we can spend a few days together after the wedding. I'd like to cook a fantastic 3-course meal for everyone one evening, but the kitchen equipment provided will be minimal. More

Q: I am invited to a luau next Saturday and want to make and bring a dessert with a Hawaiian theme, but am stumped on ideas. Any thoughts on an appropriately-Hawaiian dessert?

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Q: Today, this question comes straight from me! I may be self-catering my brother's wedding dinner this winter. It will need to feed about 150 people, and should have the feel of a warm and cozy family dinner. We're on a serious budget, and obviously food would need to be cooked ahead of time. Any ideas? More

Q: We're making carnitas for a big family party (about 40 people), and I'm considering homemade corn tortillas. I don't want to be making them the day of, so I was thinking making and freezing them ahead. Do homemade tortillas freeze well? What's the best way to freeze and reheat them?

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Q: We're going to the beach in a couple of weeks and one night my family has to cook for 17 people, including 3 vegans. I don't know what we'll have in the way of pots, pans, and utensils but I'm sure they'll be limited and not in great shape. Can you recommend some meals that will satisfy meat eaters and vegans?

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Q: I have a friend who'd like me to cater a dinner party for ten. This will be my first 'real' event—a little nerve-wracking! Can you suggest an easy entree? This will be a casual group, but dinner is still seated and served. Give me your advice for my first gig!

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