Food astrology: What your horoscope signs say about your eating + party personality

Horoscope signs tell a lot about you: what you're like, whom you like-and now, what you like to eat and how you like to party. Read between the stars to find out more tips for guests and hosts alike.

AIR SIGNS: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra
Air signs are as curious as George. You social butterflies crave small talk-and small bites. You're not tied down to one food or table at a party.


AQUARIUS Jan. 20-Feb. 18


You're Invited: Aquarians tend to have large parties-if only because it's too hard to whittle down that guest list. (Ah, so many friends, so little space.) You're mindful of your place in the world and of what you put in your mouth. That explains why so many of you are vegetarians. Aquarians are true humanitarians with a deep sense of community. In fact, five U.S. presidents have been Aquarians! Anyway, come summer, you'll be the one throwing huge block parties.
Be My Guest: Serve them creamy soups and veggie-rich risottos, and they're all yours.
Try: Beet Risotto with Roasted Asparagus and Ricotta Salata »

GEMINI May 21-June 20


You're Invited: Geminis are drawn to buffet bashes where you can mix, match and mingle. For the Twin, variety is the spice of life. (In fact, you'd probably hate that we just used that cliché.) You love to play show-and-tell at a party. Like magicians, you'll pull out a clipping of a cool recipe or your shiniest new gadget. Geminis are news junkies and master debaters. So if you hear another guest talking politics, you'll bring your A-game.
Be My Guest: No dish is off-limits-Geminis are open to trying traditional plates, as long as they've got a twist.
Try: Single-and-Mingle Panini Bar »

LIBRA Sept. 23-Oct. 22


You're Invited: Gentle Venus, planet of grace and beauty, rules Libras. If your friends want to know what's hot, they call you. Since this sign easily mixes with all types of people, you can spot a trend before it begins to surface.
Be My Guest: They "eat" with their eyes as well as with your taste buds, so the food has to be as beautiful as it is tasty. Play around with the placement of your food or add garnishes.
Try: Low-Budget, High-Style Bash »


WATER SIGNS: Pisces, Cancer, Scorpio

Plunge into the deeper end of the party pool. These signs are emotional, sensitive and nostalgic. Hosting? Use glasses and plates with reflective, oceanic properties to reel in water signs.


PISCES Feb. 19-March 20


You're Invited: Know that snap-happy person who's always getting people to pose? Give it up for Pisces! You're strongly right-brained, which means you take the world in from a visual standpoint. Few signs know how to create a "set" more effectively, so offer to help the host spruce things up before the party starts.
Be My Guest: They have a thing for artfully prepared (and fresh) fish and chicken, as well as "fluffy" desserts like chocolate mousse.
Try: Chocolate-Almond Mousse Neapolitans »

CANCER June 21-July 22


You're Invited: Big parties are not Cancers' cup of tea. It upsets you if you can't give everyone one-on-one attention. Recipes handed down from generations are treasured assets in Cancers' own kitchens.
Be My Guest: Think comfort-driven soups, stews and roasts. Plus: When you send out invitations, be sure to tell your Cancer friends if children are welcome. Leaving the kids at home could be stressful for family-oriented Crabs. But no need to worry that the tykes will run riot: Of all the signs, children of Cancers are the best behaved.
Try: Biscuit-Topped Chicken Stew »

SCORPIO Oct. 23-Nov. 21


You're Invited: This intense sign does best at intimate parties-all the better to grill the cook! Scorpios are born skeptics, and tend to ask, "What exactly is in this dish?" You don't trust what you can't see. You're the 007 agents of the zodiac, asking probing questions but rarely revealing your own secrets. People need to be careful what they pony up!
Be My Guest: Stick to nonfussy foods like steaks and salads.
Try: Citrus-Spiked Steak Salad »



EARTH SIGNS Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn

Beneath their practical exteriors are hearts that beat for luxury and material comforts.

TAURUS April 20-May 20
You're Invited:

Taurus produces fine-wine connoisseurs; you can tell a host which sparkling wine to buy and recommend one that'll give the most bang for your buck. This spring sign is closely associated with flowers, and a Taurus doesn't find a table "done" without fresh greenery.
Be My Guest: Taureans love sit-down dinners for six: large enough to showcase your organizational skills, small enough to elicit intimate conversation.
Try: Lightened-Up Girls' Night Dinner Party »

VIRGO Aug. 23-Sept. 22


You're Invited: Virgos are blessed with photographic memories, recalling names and anecdotes in a flash-always handy at a party. You love light, organic dishes. (If only we could all be so good, right?)
Be My Guest: They'll happily nibble on fresh, raw appetizers, such as crudités and prosciutto with melon. Plus: You can lean on your Virgo friends. "How can I help?" isn't a rhetorical question coming from their mouths. From doing the shopping to contacting guests, Virgos always want to chip in!
Try: Pear-and-Goat Cheese Crostini »

CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan. 19


You're Invited: Capricorns are as classic as it gets. This taste for tradition extends to your partying style; you love get-togethers that become an annual event and treasure parties that bring together friends and family.
Be My Guest: If you invite your parents, count on your Capricorn pals to gravitate to them, listening closely. What to serve? They lick their chops over simply prepared chicken, fish or meat. (Like all earth signs, they can really dig into dishes stuffed with root vegetables.)
Try: Mashed-Potato-Stuffed Chicken »


FIRE SIGNS: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius

Forget the smoke…where there's fun, there's fire! These signs are creative, active and were born to be the center of attention.

ARIES March 21-April 19


You're Invited: Aries are always down for a dare, and you love to try your hand at something you've never done before. Plus, you are a host's dream: You easily strike up conversations with strangers, meaning you can mingle and they can be confident you'll have a good time.
Be My Guest: Aries is just as low-maintenance with food. Tex-Mex was practically invented for Aries. Steaks and chicken, rubbed with a top chef's spice, are all they need.
Try: Skirt Steaks with Deconstructed Guacamole »

LEO July 23-Aug. 22


You're Invited: Lions don't "do" casual. You're drawn to cocktail parties where the dress code is formal and the food is dramatic. Leos want to be a part of what's hot.
Be My Guest: Bust out your best tableware. Tell them your meal was inspired from a dish you had at a five-star restaurant, and they'll beg for seconds.
Try: Caprese-Style Stuffed Chicken Rolls with Greens »


SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec. 21


You're Invited: Many Sagittarians have dog-eared passports, and that's obvious when you all get together. You love showing off spoils from recent travels. Ancient astrologers claimed that Sagittarians are the most talented of all storytellers. Not surprisingly, you've been known to throw a campfire party or two.
Be My Guest: They're most open to unfamiliar foods and flavors: Thai, Greek, Mexican. They believe eclectic flavors bring people together by ushering them out of their comfort zones.
Try: Thai Chicken Salad Bites »

Horoscopes by Susan Miller