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How much food and drink for a BBQ party? Enter guest count and duration.
Calculate food and drinks for a BBQ party.
food (kg) = people × 0.5 × duration · drinks (L) = people × 0.5 × duration
| Symbol | Meaning |
|---|---|
| people | Number of guests |
| duration | Party duration in hours |
8 people × 3 hours → 12 kg food, 12 L drinks.
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Content updated: September 2026