Celebrations of life or funeral services are always so sad to attend but sometimes when you’re involved in making food for it, it’s important to come up with a comforting mix!! It’s a Yakima tribal custom to serve Salmon, and others may include some of the deceased  favorite foods, or foods that have meaning! One thing I think is important is picking foods that will be good for the family, you and those attending!

Appetizers

1. Veggie platters
2. Fruit Platters
3. Chip and Dip, I especially love my Layered Dip with Tortilla Chips Best Dip ideas for your Super Bowl Party: Layered bean dip!!  Displayed in a beautiful serving bowl DIY Easy & stylish chip or snack baskets for your Party!!

Dinner/Potluck Foods

When an array of food is being served at the reception or Celebration of life, These make great comfort food combinations!!

1. Chicken Chili
2. Regular Chili
3. Vegetarian Chili
4. Mac and Cheese
5. Mexican-Taco Stew
6. Meatballs
7. Gluten free Meatballs
8. Lasagna
9. Pasta Dishes
10. Pizza
11. Rice & Beans
12. Corn Chowder
13. Chicken noodle soup

Salads

1. Pasta Salad
2. Potato Salad
3. Green Salad      :

Celebration of life dinner: here’s an example of our yummy mix..

Pictured is garlic Mac & Cheese with  BBQ Smoked Pork, Mexican-Taco Stew, Gluten Free Meatballs, Rice and beans, Potato Salad, strawberries and grapes and a chicken Chili!! Now this is comfort food at its yummiest!! Not pictured is Lasagna and corn chowder!! Everything was so delicious!!

Desserts

1. Cookies
2. Donuts
3. Brownies
4. Cupcakes

Drinks

1. Lemonade
2. Tea
3. Punch
4. Coffee

So whatever foods you choose, remember also to consider your needs and your budget! Also make sure to ask for help to prepare dishes and look for willing volunteers to help set up the venue!!  Also sorry for your loss but especialla during these difficult times make sure to get plenty of rest and most importantly enjoy the time and comfort with family and friends!!

Thanks for visiting. Hope this has helped, I especially appreciated the meal combo pictured, everyone seemed to like it too! Best wishes!