A spa party is an excellent way to feel good and pamper yourself. “Whether you host your spa party with your girlfriends in your house or at a spa, you need to ensure that your menu is set right,” says Katie Brenner, content contributor at F and B Recipes.
Spa parties at high-end salons or spas might have a limited menu or some might allow you to bring your own food/caterer.
A spa party at home, on the other hand, has no such limitations. You can pick from healthy food options to delicious (but unhealthy) food options depending on the type of relaxation you’re looking for. You can even set up your own baking station if you and your guests find cooking therapeutic. It’s best to hire a caterer to avoid cooking nightmares.
Types of Spa Party Food
The first and most important step is to decide whether the party will be an indulgent or a healthy one. The two aren’t mutually exclusive but your guests may have certain expectations of your own.
Just like any other party menu, you need to ensure that there’s enough variety to suit everyone’s palate. It’s a good idea to ask your guests beforehand about their food allergies, dietary concerns and flavour preferences.
Most of the food at such parties is fresh and light. They’re exquisite and memorable morsels that have an exotic taste. “Finger foods are the safest option. They are easy to prepare, easy to clean up and provide the perfect opportunity for delicate dining,” she adds.
Healthy Food Options
If your spa party is focused on cleansing activities or natural treatments, I suggest you serve these healthy foods. Choices may include (but are not limited to):
- Fresh fruits and vegetables, sliced and cut in decorative shapes for added flair
- Mini muffins in a range of flavours such as blueberry mint, honey almond, and cranberry mandarin
- Salads topped with gourmet dressings
- Veggie wraps or live counters for your guests to prepare their own meal
- Dipping sauces with tangy spices
- Grain or wheat crackers with exotic cheeses
- Whole grain bread, watercress or cucumber sandwiches.
Even the most healthy spa party needs an indulgence and it’s not tough to find a few dishes that are indulgent but also have a few healthy properties. Dark chocolates, for instance, are full of antioxidants. Adding some to your regular muffin will not only enhance its taste but will also make it healthier.
- Fresh fruits and vegetables, sliced and cut in decorative shapes for added flair
- Mini muffins in a range of flavours such as blueberry mint, honey almond, and cranberry mandarin
- Salads topped with gourmet dressings
- Veggie wraps or live counters for your guests to prepare their own meal
- Dipping sauces with tangy spices
- Grain or wheat crackers with exotic cheeses
- Whole grain bread, watercress or cucumber sandwiches.
Even the most healthy spa party needs an indulgence and it’s not tough to find a few dishes that are indulgent but also have a few healthy properties. Dark chocolates, for instance, are full of antioxidants. Adding some to your regular muffin will not only enhance its taste but will also make it healthier.
- Pound cake, fresh fruit cake with cheese, chocolate or caramel fondue
- Exotic cookies or gourmet chocolates
- Mini cupcakes that are rich in combination such as cranberry lemon cake, chocolate rum cake, etc.
- Seafood appetisers
- Petit fours that have delicate decorations
- Pizza with avocados, sundried tomatoes, goat cheese, broccoli.
These food ideas make up for healthy and decadent snacks that are sure to make your luxurious spa party the talk of the town!
Written by: Shristi Patni
Shristi Patni runs a food blog F and B Recipes. Formerly the Chief Content Officer at Raletta Technology Pvt. Ltd., she is currently working on her second cookbook. Feel free to connect with her via Linkedin or drop an email at [email protected].
