Friends Dinner Planning
Organizing a dinner party and coordinating food contributions with friends
Situations
Choose from 6 conversations to practice
Initial Brainstorming & Date Selection
Friends discuss different dinner ideas (restaurant, potluck, takeout) and try to find a date that works for most people, considering everyone's schedules.
Venue and Theme Decision
Once a date is tentative, friends decide on the specific venue (someone's home, specific restaurant) and if there will be a theme for the dinner (e.g., specific cuisine, potluck categories).
Coordinating Food Contributions (Potluck)
If it's a potluck, friends volunteer or are assigned to bring different dishes (appetizers, main courses, desserts, drinks) to ensure variety and avoid duplication.
Dietary Restrictions & Preferences Check
Before finalizing the menu or restaurant, friends check for any allergies, dietary restrictions (vegetarian, gluten-free), or strong preferences among the group.
Logistics and Coordination (Drinks, Supplies)
Friends discuss who will bring drinks, ice, napkins, plates, or other necessary supplies, especially if the dinner is at someone's home.
Last-Minute Changes & Confirmations
One or two days before the dinner, friends send out final reminders, confirm attendance, and handle any last-minute changes or additions to the plan.