Passover celebration shopping list

Use this shopping list to prepare a Passover celebration without missing the items that are easy to leave until the last minute. Plan tableware for the final guest count, including Seder plates, Kiddush cups, wine glasses, and serving utensils. Buy matzah early and store it in a dry, safe place. Check dietary requirements, expiry dates, cold storage, and children’s needs before you shop, then collect fresh produce close to the event.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 7
Chairsqty 55
Buffet tablesqty 3
Coat racksqty 2

Tableware

Dinner platesqty 60
Deep platesqty 60
Dessert platesqty 60
Bowlsqty 60
Water glassesqty 60
Wine glassesqty 60
Coffee cupsqty 60
Forksqty 60
Knivesqty 60
Spoonsqty 60
Serving spoonsqty 12
Seder platesqty 7
Kiddush cupsqty 7
Matzah platesqty 7
Napkin ringsqty 55

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 5
Chef's knivesqty 5
Mixing bowlsqty 8
Measuring cupsqty 3
Serving plattersqty 12
Hot traysqty 6
Storage binsqty 12
Aluminum foilqty 4
Cling filmqty 4
Oven mittsqty 4
Corkscrewsqty 3
Water jugsqty 8
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 4
Coolersqty 4

Decorations

Tableclothsqty 7
Napkinsqty 60
Seat cardsqty 55
Menusqty 55
Flower arrangementsqty 7
Table runnersqty 7
Children's craft kitsqty 12
Storage basketsqty 4

Lighting

Candlesticksqty 7
Candle holdersqty 14
LED lightsqty 6

Equipment

Wireless microphonesqty 2
Speakersqty 2
Audio cablesqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Extension cordsqty 4
Phone chargersqty 3
Thermometersqty 2

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 5
Bucketsqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Broomsqty 2
Dustpan and brushqty 2
Spongesqty 12
Hand soap dispensersqty 4
Towel rollsqty 6

Catering

Groceries
- Matzot - 14 packs
- Kosher red wine - 10 bottles
- Kosher white wine - 4 bottles
- Grape juice - 8 liter
- Spa Blauw - 24 liter
- Sparkling water - 12 liter
- Cola - 6 liters
- Cola Zero - 6 liters
- Orange juice - 6 liters
- Apple juice - 4 liter
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Semi-skimmed milk - 4 liter
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Oranges - 20 pieces
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Dates - 2 kilos
- Raisins - 1 kilo
- Walnuts - 1.5 kilos
- Almonds - 1 kilo
- Pears - 15 pieces
- Baby potatoes - 8 kilo
- Sweet potatoes - 4 kilos
- Onions - 3 kilos
- Garlic - 6 bulbs
- Winter carrots - 3 kilos
- Celery - 3 stalks
- Leeks - 2 kilos
- Parsley - 8 bunches
- Coriander - 5 bunches
- Dill - 4 bunches
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Cucumbers - 12 pieces
- Tomatoes - 4 kilos
- Red beets - 2 kilos
- Radishes - 8 bunches
- Radishes - 4 pieces
- Horseradish - 4 jars
- Roma baby lettuce - 8 heads
- Mushrooms - 2 kilos
- Eggs - 90 pieces
- Chicken thighs - 8 kg
- Chicken broth - 12 liters
- Chicken wings - 5 kilos
- Beef broth - 4 liters
- Beef stew - 8 kilos
- Potato starch - 2 kilo
- Matzo meal - 2 kilo
- Olive oil - 3 liters
- Sunflower oil - 2 liters
- Salt - 1 kilo
- Black pepper - 250 grams
- Paprika powder - 200 grams
- Cumin - 150 gram
- Cinnamon - 150 grams
- Nutmeg - 75 grams
- Bay leaves - 2 bags
- Cloves - 1 jar
- Tomato paste - 8 cans
- Passata - 6 liters
- Honey - 1 kilo
- Brown sugar - 1 kilo
- Cocoa powder - 500 gram
- Desiccated coconut - 500 grams
- Dark chocolate - 1,5 kilo
- Coconut milk - 8 cans
- Vanilla extract - 2 bottles
- Applesauce - 4 jars
- Cinnamon sticks - 2 bags
- Whipped cream - 3 liters
- Sorbet - 6 liters
- Salt water - 1 bottle
- Cahor sauce - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Nut mix - 2 kilo
- Chocolate cookies - 6 packs
- Kosher marshmallows - 4 bags
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Liquid dish soap - 3 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 3 bottles
- Disinfectant spray - 2 bottles
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Aluminium trays - 30 pieces
- Storage containers - 25 pieces
- Freezer bags - 2 boxes
- Napkins - 200 pieces
- Tealights - 40 pieces
- Table candles - 16 pieces

Tips

Count every place setting against the final guest number, then add 5 extra dinner plates, glasses, forks, knives, and spoons for breakage or unexpected guests.
Allow one Seder plate per table, one Kiddush cup for each table or leader, and enough matzah plates and serving platters to keep food moving without passing everything by hand.
Buy matzah at least 3–5 days before the celebration and keep it sealed in a dry storage bin; do not leave opened packets where they can absorb moisture or odors.
Check wine, grape juice, cooking ingredients, and packaged foods for expiry dates before shopping. Keep chilled items refrigerated and collect fresh vegetables within 24 hours of preparation.
Set aside kitchen supplies before cooking: cutting boards, sharp chef’s knives, measuring cups, mixing bowls, aluminum foil, cling film, oven mitts, and storage containers are commonly needed after the shopping is finished.

Frequently asked questions

How much matzah do I need per person for Passover?: Plan at least 3 pieces of matzah per person for the Seder, with extra for children, breakage, and the meal. For 20 guests, start with about 60 pieces and add a spare packet or two depending on packet size.
How much wine or grape juice should I buy for a Passover Seder?: Allow four small cups per adult for the Seder, plus extra for guests who want wine with the meal. A 750 ml bottle provides roughly 12 small 60 ml pours, so 20 adults need at least 7 bottles for the four cups alone.
When should I buy Passover groceries?: Buy shelf-stable items, matzah, wine, and disposable or serving supplies 3–5 days ahead. Buy fresh produce 1–2 days before the event and check refrigerated storage before collecting anything that needs chilling.
How many plates and glasses do I need for a Passover celebration?: Provide one dinner plate, deep plate, dessert plate, bowl, water glass, wine glass, fork, knife, and spoon per guest, plus 5 extra place settings for every 20 guests. Add serving spoons and platters separately so table settings are not used for buffet service.

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