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It can be a stressful business throwing a party, what with all the food to prepare, guests to invite and drinks to get ready - and that's before you've even given any thought to a theme. Everyone loves a good party, but have you ever thought about hosting a party with a Bollywood theme? Forget the allure of Hollywood, Bollywood has even more glitz and glamour, as well as some truly vibrant colours and food – plus it’s a little more exotic. And considering that around four billion cinema tickets are sold in India every year, it's clear to see that India's film industry is doing something right!

But how can the melodrama, musical extravaganzas and vibrancy of Bollywood translate into your party? The food is a good place to start as it is often considered the most important part of any event. In India, food is an integral part of pretty much any party, celebration or festival hosted in the country. Indian food lends itself well to party food so you will be spoilt for choice.

If you want to serve your guests finger food, then chaat is perfect. India has a range of street food that is as important to its culinary history as any of its Mughal-style dishes. Pani puri, bhel puri, papri chaat, aloo chaat and paneer chaat are some lighter options, while samosas, bhajis and vada pav are a bit more filling. These tasty little morsels are the perfect snack-sized nibbles with just the right amount of spicy charm to have you and your guests wanting more.

Not piling on the pressure, but food can make or break a party. If you are someone who would rather enjoy a celebration without the hassle of organising everything yourself, there are alternatives. You can stick with the Indian theme, don your finest Bollywood finery and make your way to one of London's best fine dining Indian restaurants. You will be able to sit back, relax and take your pick from a menu filled with authentic Indian cuisine hailing from a range of states across the country. Your meal will bring with it all the magic of Bollywood and be as all-singing and all-dancing as any film you see on the big screen. Or, if you are set on a party rather than a restaurant meal, you can take advantage of the outside catering service on offer. Just pretend the food you serve is thanks to your own culinary skills. We won't spill the beans…