Pizza for a 2pm pool party?

[gretchenindisguise]

Trying to decide if we need to order pizza for L's party this afternoon.

It's at 2pm. 10ish kids and their parents.

We have all manners of drinks, chips, guac, hummus, veggies, fruit and cake.

Should we order pizza as well? Will people expect a full meal at a 2pm party?

[wambam]

I don't think people will expect a full meal. But I think everyone would be very pleased if you ordered pizza .

[joenali]

I don't think I would expect it, but it would be nice to have. Those kids are going to be ravenous after swimming.

[muppetinma]

It's a relatively small expense and people will always eat it. If they don't, bring it home and have leftovers for later. While I don't think it's completely necessary, I don't think it's a bad idea either. I'd order it.

[meganew]

My vote will always be pro pizza

[bonquiqui]

I think it's a great idea. I wouldn't expect it, but would appreciate it.

[curtains]

You have plenty of food. But I always say yes to pizza. Have fun

[dapotato]

yes.

[Deleted]

I would. Swimming makes kids hungry. I guarantee they will eat it.

[gretchenindisguise]

I'm bad at this. If I ordered - how many?

[cleo29]

Yes. See if they will cut the pie into small, small pieces. That way if becomes more snack rather than a real meal.

I would have them cut it in rows rather than your typical slice. This way you end up with smaller squares.

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[Deleted]

I would order 5 larges.

[azurely]

Can you order it for 5pm instead, after everyone is done swimming? It might be better to have it after everyone is tired out and hungry.

[gretchenindisguise]

Jul 13, 2014 14:44:48 GMT -5 azurely said:

Can you order it for 5pm instead, after everyone is done swimming? It might be better to have it after everyone is tired out and hungry.

I don't know how many will still be hanging around at 5pm.

Maybe I'll hold off on ordering and will order if people seem hungry and/or are around still at 5.

[prettyinpink]

I would order 4 or 5 have them cut small. The kids will eat it for sure. Have it delivered about 2:30 or so.

[starlily]

Yes. Swimming makes people hungry. Order them to arrive around 3/3:30.

[ralphlauren]

Yes.

What time shall I arrive?!

[gretchenindisguise]

Ok - 3 larges and 2 mediums plus 32 parmesan bites are ordered for delivery at 2:30.

ralphlauren - you're welcome to come!!

[peachdragon]

Jul 13, 2014 15:07:54 GMT -5 gretchenindisguise said:

Ok - 3 larges and 2 mediums plus 32 parmesan bites are ordered for delivery at 2:30.

ralphlauren - you're welcome to come!!

I think this is too early if they'll be swimming.  I'd say 3 at the earliest.

[Deleted]

Jul 13, 2014 15:26:18 GMT -5 peachdragon said:

Jul 13, 2014 15:07:54 GMT -5 gretchenindisguise said:

Ok - 3 larges and 2 mediums plus 32 parmesan bites are ordered for delivery at 2:30.

ralphlauren - you're welcome to come!!

I think this is too early if they'll be swimming.  I'd say 3 at the earliest.

Meh. It will be fine. It's not going to get old in 30 min.

[lilafowler]

Yes to pizza

[penelope]

Last year I had DS2's party mid afternoon and didn't plan pizza. DH wound up running out to pick up pizzas and extra plates and stuff last minute. All the kids were asking when the pizza would get there.

Add it to the menu now.

[Deleted]

I would, yes.

[Deleted]

Good work.

And, frankly, you should have real food even if there were no swimming or other activity that would purportedly work up appetites.

Never have hungry guests.  They will text each other afterward or even during the party about how much you suck.  LOL.

[sparkythelawyer]

Is there ever a time where pizza is a no? I think not. Get the pizza.

[adhdfashion]

Yes, swimming makes hungry.

[Deleted]

Jul 13, 2014 14:38:47 GMT -5 bonquiqui said:

I think it's a great idea. I wouldn't expect it, but would appreciate it.

Jul 13, 2014 14:38:59 GMT -5 curtains said:

You have plenty of food. But I always say yes to pizza. Have fun

Ugh.  Disagree!

Don't starve your guests, people.

[Yankees21]

Good choice to get the pizza. Also, this inspired me to order some for myself for dinner, so thanks

[gretchenindisguise]

We have so so much food leftover. Anyone want some chips, fruits or veggies??

The thing we have least of: beer. I love our friends.