Your upcoming holiday party needs good organization. Alongside the right location and entertainment, catering plays a central role in shaping the event. Finger food is a great addition to a holiday party, since it creates a relaxed atmosphere and can be eaten without being tied to a specific spot.

What exactly is finger food?

Finger food is a very pleasant way to serve different dishes, since, as the name suggests, no cutlery is needed. The small bites and portions are arranged so several fit on a plate, or, if hunger strikes, can be enjoyed with just a napkin.

Finger food catering, as offered by our partners at heycater! in various forms, is primarily about creative presentation. On request, you can get the classics, but there are now so many flavors that suit a holiday party well too.

A worthwhile alternative is flying finger food, which service staff can offer directly to your party's guests. There's no need to visit a buffet, instead, a small snack or bite can always be offered when it looks appealing.

Finger food classics at the holiday party

Even though finger food can be created in countless ways, the classics haven't lost any of their appeal. Small meatballs, mini burgers, or mini schnitzel find their place just as well as beautifully arranged canapés or tea sandwiches. Colorful party skewers always spark memories and generally put people in a good mood. Combined with dips and matching sauces, a large share of expectations are already met.

Vegetarian, vegan, or international finger food

When it comes to designing your buffet, you can let your creativity run wild. Vegetarian and vegan options are now standard, since many people have committed to healthy eating. Hummus decorated with sprouts and small pickles or delicious spreads and meat-free bites bring joy when presented with matching decoration.

While the holidays traditionally have a very local character when it comes to food, you could take a new direction for your organized company holiday party. Asian finger food with sushi variations, Spanish tapas, or Mexican wraps is sure to be a hit with employees and colleagues in terms of flavor too.

Particularly popular is dessert finger food. Mousse au chocolat served in small glasses, a delicious chia pudding with a mango cream, or delightful pastries that fit perfectly with the holidays are just a small selection of suggestions.

Finger food ideas for the holidays

To make sure your finger food is genuinely tailored to the holiday season, there are delicious variations for your holiday party. We've put together a few recipe ideas that would add a festive touch to your buffet.

• Ham and puff pastry skewers in Christmas tree shape: fresh puff pastry, cooked ham, a bit of thyme, and an apple are all you need to serve a delicious skewer with an apple-shaped holiday star.
• Roasted almonds served in small bags: roasted almonds, which can also be prepared with less sugar, are offered as tasty snacks in festively decorated little bags.
• Vegetarian holiday trees: this good-looking apéro recipe with cucumber and a hard cheese of your choice is a visually appealing combination for finger food at the holidays.
• Vanilla sugar crescents: vanilla sugar crescents fit the holiday season wonderfully and add variety to your finger food dessert offering. In various forms, they provide a well-rounded selection.
• Baked sweet potato slices: a hearty option definitely shouldn't be missing. Sweet potato, delicious goat cheese, and cranberries as a contrast make for a wonderful idea for holiday finger food.
• Spiced oranges on cinnamon mousse: dessert lovers will adore spiced oranges on cinnamon mousse. With a festive touch, it simply tastes delicious.
• Spinach and feta puff pastry rolls: puff pastry filled with spinach and tangy feta cheese is a hearty option that's sure to go over well.
• Crispy arancini: arancini are an Italian street food classic, and these crispy fried rice balls can be filled in different ways. Simply delicious!
• Vegetarian wraps: another vegetarian finger food option is wraps. A tomato mozzarella wrap or a grilled vegetable wrap with sour cream both look appealing and taste excellent.

Find holiday party ideas & locations

If you still don't have a fitting idea for your upcoming company holiday party, we can help you here too. We've gathered interesting ideas and found locations perfectly suited for a holiday party across various German cities. Feel free to get inspired and reach out to us, so we can support you with planning and execution.

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