Dining Planning

Use this taco bar checklist to plan a crowd-friendly menu, calculate meat, tortillas, toppings, salsa, cheese, and sides, schedule make-ahead prep, and set up a smooth self-serve buffet.

How much taco meat per person? Plan 4 ounces cooked (about 6 ounces raw) for each adult, then scale tortillas, toppings, salsa, cheese, and sides for your taco bar.

Learn the usual brunch hours, why they vary by place, and how to tell when brunch is served so you can plan a relaxed late-morning meal.