How to Host a Simple Dinner Party with WAT KITCHEN
Throwing a dinner party doesn’t need to be stressful or time-consuming. With a little planning and a few clever shortcuts, you can wow your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. At WAT KITCHEN, we believe great food should be delicious, exciting, and hassle-free and our range of ready-to-go Asian-inspired meals and Protein Bites are perfect for hosting with ease!
Here’s how to create a simple dinner party that’s full of flavour:
1. Set the Scene
Start with the atmosphere. A dinner party is as much about the vibe as it is about the food.
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Keep it cosy: Soft lighting, candles, and background music set the tone.
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Go minimal: A few well-placed decorations (think chopsticks, bamboo placemats, or bowls of edamame) add an Asian-inspired touch without overcomplicating things.
2. Starters Made Simple
You don’t need to fuss over appetisers — let our Protein Bites do the heavy lifting.
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Serve a platter of Katsu Chicken Protein Bites or Sweet Chilli Plant-Based Bites with dipping sauces like soy, sriracha mayo, or a tangy sweet & sour.
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Add a side of prawn crackers or fresh veggies for extra crunch.
Your guests can nibble and mingle while you get the main course ready.
3. Stress-Free Mains
For the main event, heat up a selection of our ready-to-enjoy rice dishes. They’re quick, flavour-packed, and guaranteed to impress.
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Chicken Sweet & Sour Rice – A crowd-pleaser with the perfect balance of tangy and savoury.
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Thai Green Curry Plant-Based Protein Bites with Rice – A plant-based option bursting with authentic spice.
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Chicken Katsu Curry with Rice – Rich, comforting, and always a hit.
Tip: Serve the meals in big sharing bowls so guests can help themselves. It makes dinner feel more relaxed and sociable.
4. Drinks & Pairings
Match the vibrant flavours of WAT Kitchen with refreshing drinks:
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Crisp lagers or Asian beers like Singha or Asahi
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Light white wines such as Sauvignon Blanc
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Non-alcoholic options like sparkling water with fresh lime or a homemade iced green tea
5. Keep Dessert Light
After bold, flavourful mains, keep dessert fresh and simple:
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A bowl of tropical fruit (pineapple, mango, passionfruit)
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Or a little scoop of coconut or mango sorbet to cleanse the palate
6. Enjoy the Company
The best part about hosting with WAT Kitchen is that you get to spend less time cooking and more time with your guests. No stress, no fuss — just great food, good company, and lots of flavour.
Ready to Host Your Own?
Check out our full range of Protein Bites and rice dishes in our shop and create your own unforgettable dinner party, the simple way!
