Griha pravesh menu and quantities for 50 to 200 guests
A griha pravesh meal follows the puja: prasad first, then a vegetarian lunch with dal, paneer, one sabzi, rice, roti and a sweet. For 100 guests plan about 9 kg of dal, 18 kg of sabzi (paneer counts as one), 9 kg of rice, 250 rotis and 12 kg of sweets.
Keeping the housewarming to a set budget? Tell Baljeet the guest count and the amount, and the menu is planned to fit.
What food is served at a griha pravesh?
The puja comes first, with prasad shared after the havan. Then the family serves a vegetarian meal at home or in a nearby hall: dal, a paneer dish, one more sabzi, rice, roti, salad and one or two sweets. Many families skip onion and garlic on the day of the puja.
| Part | Usual items |
|---|---|
| After the puja | Halwa or ladoo prasad, fruit |
| Starters, if wanted | Paneer tikka, hara bhara kebab, spring rolls |
| Main course | Dal, shahi paneer, one sabzi, rice, roti |
| Sweet | Gulab jamun, gajar halwa in winter, or ladoo |
How much food for a griha pravesh of 50, 100 or 200 guests?
For 100 guests plan about 9 kg of dal, 18 kg of sabzi, 9 kg of rice, 250 rotis and 12 kg of sweets. Paneer counts as one of the sabzi dishes. The table scales this to 50 and 200.
| Guests | Dal (kg) | Sabzi (kg) | Rice (kg) | Rotis (pieces) | Sweets (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 guests | 5 | 9 | 5 | 125 | 6 |
| 100 guests | 9 | 18 | 9 | 250 | 12 |
| 200 guests | 18 | 36 | 18 | 500 | 24 |
Approximate cooked weight, for a dinner-style menu. Method: Shahi Swaad kitchen planning figure (cooked weight).
Can griha pravesh food be Jain or without onion and garlic?
Yes. A menu without onion and garlic, or a Jain line without root vegetables, can be planned for the puja day. Tell Baljeet before the menu is fixed. Jain food is quoted as its own line; see the Jain catering page.
Is the food cooked at home or brought from the kitchen?
The food is cooked at the kitchen in Ramgarh, Panchkula and brought in sealed containers to your home or hall. For a small house, a live roti counter at the venue is an option. Serving staff can be quoted with the food.
When should the griha pravesh meal be served?
After the havan and puja. The muhurat is set by your pandit, so send Baljeet the puja time and the serving hour. Lunch is the common choice; dinner is also possible.
How much paneer is needed for 100 guests at a housewarming?
Paneer counts as one of the two sabzi dishes, so plan about 18 kg of sabzi for 100 guests, split between paneer and one other dish. It is approximate.
Can I serve only snacks and tea at a griha pravesh?
Yes. Some families keep it to prasad, snacks, sweets and tea. Tell Baljeet the guest count and the time.
What sweets are common at a griha pravesh?
Halwa and ladoo as prasad, then gulab jamun or gajar halwa in winter. Sweets can also be ordered by the kilo.
Is there a minimum number of guests for a house function?
Send your number, even a small one, on WhatsApp. Baljeet tells you what he can do for it. The small party catering page covers 20 to 50 guests.
Do you serve outside Panchkula for a house function?
The kitchen serves Panchkula, Chandigarh, Mohali, Zirakpur and Kharar. Send the address and Baljeet confirms.
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Tell us your guest count and your budget. Baljeet replies with a menu that fits it and lists what the quote includes: food, staff, crockery, travel and GST.