How do I tell guest on my "e-vite" that appetizers are included but dinner is not? for my party

by sal
(visalia, ca U.S.)

10 year anniversary with my wife and we are inviting friends and family over to a restaurant for dinner. We will be paying for the initial appetizers but I would like the guests to pay for their dinners/drinks, how do I say it tactfully in the invitation so there are no surprises? thx


Mar 05, 2011
Dinner invites
by: Wendy (Modern Manners and Etiquette)

Thank you for your question. Congratulations on celebrating your 10 year Anniversary! What a fabulous way to spend it, sharing it with good friends.
It is definitely a great idea to pay for the appetizers for your guests.
The wording on your invitation needs to be straightforward and tactful.
Here is an example:
We are celebrating 10 years of marriage! Come and join us for appetizers and dinner at (restaurant, date and time).
We will be covering the cost of the appetizers as a thank you for sharing our night!
I hope you have a wonderful anniversary!! Best wishes!