Whether you choose a simple, casual gathering or a dressed up elegant meal to celebrate the world's largest party, these recipes, using genuine German ingredients, will help to set the mood for your own Oktoberfest party. Serve the following dishes with a good selection of German beers (see our Oktoberfest beer guide for suggestions), a crisp Riesling or a refreshing mineral water for the designated drivers. And for an elegant affair, try some of the cocktail recipes below.