Achura's Guide to Feeding a Crowd — Catering Tips for Events of 50+ People
Feeding a large group is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a host — but it requires planning. Whether you're organising a corporate event, a wedding or a big backyard party, the difference between a great event and a stressful one comes down to a few key things.
At Achura Meat Market — your local butcher on Sydney's Northern Beaches — we've catered for events of all sizes. Here's everything we've learned about feeding a crowd the Argentine way.
## How Much Meat Do You Need?
This is where most people get it wrong. For a proper asado with multiple cuts, plan on 500-600g of meat per person. For big eaters or a long afternoon, go 700g.
For 50 people, that means planning for around 25-30kg of meat total. It sounds like a lot — but you'd rather have too much than run out.
## The Best Cuts for Large Groups
**Asado de tira (beef short ribs)**
Perfect for large groups — they're forgiving and stay juicy even after resting. Cook low and slow for 60-75 minutes bone side down.
**Vacío (flank steak)**
The fat cap keeps the meat moist even if it rests for a while. Plan one vacío per 4-5 people.
**Entraña (skirt steak)**
Cooks fast and is universally loved. Great for feeding a crowd quickly. Allow one entraña per 3-4 people.
**Chorizos**
Non-negotiable for a large group. Get them on early as the starter — they cook fast, smell incredible and keep guests happy while the main cuts take their time. Allow 2 per person.
## The Logistics of a Large Asado
**Grill space is everything.** For 50+ people you need a serious setup. A standard kettle BBQ won't cut it — you need a parrilla or multiple large grills running simultaneously.
**Stagger your cooking.** Start with slow cuts — asado de tira and vacío — and add faster cuts like entraña and chorizos closer to serving time.
**Have a timeline.** Work backwards from when you want to eat. If dinner is at 7PM, your asado de tira needs to go on at 5PM. Entraña goes on at 6:40PM. Chorizos at 6:30PM.
**Rest your meat.** Even when feeding a crowd, don't skip resting. 5 minutes makes a significant difference.
## Let Achura Handle It
If the thought of cooking for 50+ people feels overwhelming — let us do it for you.
Achura Meat Market offers full asado catering for large events across Sydney's Northern Beaches and beyond. We bring the equipment, the cuts and the experienced asadores. You focus on your guests.
📍 U4/722 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale — Northern Beaches Sydney
🌐 achura.com.au/pages/events
📱 0499 604 014