4. Provide a variety of tortilla options
One way you can help to accommodate picky eaters without a lot of effort is to provide different tortilla options. Possibilities include soft flour and corn tortillas as well as hard corn tortillas. You might even include tortilla chips in case people would prefer to dip them in the ingredients.
5. Vary your ingredients’ spiciness – and warn your guests
Unless all your guests are big fans of spicy food, ensure that you have enough taco topping options for palates that are less accustomed to spice.
And if any of the dishes you’re providing are particularly spicy, it’s helpful to label the items with their spice level. It will help people avoid a potentially painful and unpleasant surprise!
6. Provide an electric griddle
If you do end up going with our taco bar idea, consider giving your guests access to an electric griddle (as long as you can do so safely, of course). This will allow them to heat their tortillas up before assembling their tacos, which will make them that much more delicious.
You can also opt to host your taco party at a Peerspace outdoor venue that comes equipped with a grill. That way, you or your caterer can whip up hot taco shells and freshly grilled ingredients on the premises! You can easily find an amazing event space with a grill in cities across the country with Peerspace.
One of our favorites is this blue house with a green door event space in Los Angeles, CA! Its well-equipped outdoor space includes a barbecue grill, a saltwater pool, a hot tub, a sound system, lawn games, and so much more.
According to a Peerspace reviewer: “We chose this listing for our company summer party, Chris was incredibly informative and easy to work with and we had a wonderful time. Would choose this host again, Thank you, Chris!!”
7. Have vegetarian and/or vegan options
One of the great things about tacos is how customizable they are with different ingredients. It means they’re really easy to make meat- and dairy-free, depending on what kind of dietary restrictions your guests have.
Unless you’re absolutely sure no one at your party is vegetarian or vegan, it’s a good idea to provide plenty of animal product-free options to your guests so that no one goes home hungry.
8. Don’t forget beverages
Have you considered what beverages you’ll serve yet? Options we’d suggest that would go perfectly with tacos include margaritas, sangria, or for the non-drinkers, agua fresca (a light, non-alcoholic drink made of fruit blended with water, sugar, and lime juice). For more ideas, check out this advice on 6 of the best drinks to pair with tacos.
These will taste especially delicious sitting outside in the fresh air! If you don’t have an outdoor space you can use, then consider renting one. Something like this home on four acres with a pool and lounge in Tomball, Texas, would be a great choice.
Among the numerous positive reviews from past renters is this glowing comment: “I held my son’s 18th birthday/ Graduation Party here, and it was nothing short of amazing! Eric and Magnolia were very warm and extremely helpful every step of the way and available within minutes, if we had any questions. The property was absolutely beautiful and had more than enough entertainment amenities for us and our guests to enjoy. When the party ended, none of our guests were ready to leave.”
A taco carnival? You bet! Check out our carnival party ideas to double-up your inspiration!
