All the four are going to a dinner party and Elaine decides that they should buy a chocolate babka and a bottle of wine while George suggests they take Pepsi and Ring Dings! N e ways, Elaine insists and so they part where Jerry and Elaine go to buy the babka and George and Kramer go to buy the wine. Just the right division, huh? Elaine and Jerry miss the line where a couple they know are going to the same party get ahead of them and buy the last chocolate babka forcing Elaine and Jerry to go for the cinnamon babka which Elaine thinks is not as good as the chocolate babka. When they finally get to have the cinnamon babka, it turns out to have a hair on it so they had to stand in line again and replace it with a new one which the lady who is selling it coughs on it. Jerry who is having a cookie two-colored white and black throws up saying that this ended his non-vomit streak since long time ago. George wants to buy the wine with a $100 bill but the shop owner doesn't have change so they go to a new stand to buy gum but the guy there forces them to buy other things because the gum is not worth the change he will give them. That's just so extremely funny while picturing Costanza. When they finally buy the wine , they go out and find that they can't take the care to pickup Jerry and Elaine because someone has double parked and left the car so they had to wait until the guy returns and while George says that such people are dictators like Mussolini or Idi Amin, when the guy returns he looks just like Saddam Hussein and speaks English. It's just funny and there is more but you need to watch it.
13 Reviews
Party Gift Purchase
tonyhammer22 June 2023
I don't understand Elaines crabbiness towards George in this episode. She seemed happy enough carousing with the guys in Jerry's apartment.
The car ride into town with a bit comical. Enjoyed Kramer having a chuckle at Jerry and Elaine roughhousing in the backseat as well as George's complaint about purchasing a party gift "let's get them a couch".
George's coat continued drawing scorn and ridicule, with one guy complaining "Big coat! Big coat!", and another loudly calling George a puffball.
Jerry and Elaine's experience in the bakery started out innocent enough, but quickly turned sour. Chuckle moments included Jerry's vomit experience, the black-and-white cookie, and the man with the cane.
The car ride into town with a bit comical. Enjoyed Kramer having a chuckle at Jerry and Elaine roughhousing in the backseat as well as George's complaint about purchasing a party gift "let's get them a couch".
George's coat continued drawing scorn and ridicule, with one guy complaining "Big coat! Big coat!", and another loudly calling George a puffball.
Jerry and Elaine's experience in the bakery started out innocent enough, but quickly turned sour. Chuckle moments included Jerry's vomit experience, the black-and-white cookie, and the man with the cane.
The Bakery would be a better title
FlushingCaps10 July 2014
Warning: Spoilers
Our gang of four begin this episode leaving Jerry's apartment to go to a dinner party together. Before they leave there is a great scene just after George enters wearing his new coat. He is proud to say, "It's Gore-Tex." It is extra large, prompting Jerry to later call him "Bubble Boy." Because it looks like it's a huge padded suit, Jerry and Elaine take to swinging punches at his coat while laughing all the time. When Kramer comes in, he asks, "Who's driving?" Jerry says, 'You are. (Referring to the jacket) I can't get that thing in my car." They discuss what to take to the party, with George, of course, complaining about the notion of having to bring anything to such an event. It is decided that Jerry and Elaine will get a chocolate babka from a bakery while George and Kramer get wine from a liquor store.
In the bakery, they are so wrapped up in their conversation as they look around, they neglect to pick-a-number. Elaine, naturally, figures she can just get someone who took a number to give it to her. This not only doesn't work, but they encounter someone they vaguely know who is going to the same party. Of course, the other couple buy, not only a chocolate babka, but the last one. So Jerry and Elaine have to settle for a cinnamon babka, which leads to Jerry objecting to Elaine's notion that this is inferior. He makes a humorous speech about how cinnamon yields to no other spice.
While waiting, they open up the box and see one lone hair on the babka. Feeling they can't just take it off—who knows how many hairs could be inside this or any other one they buy?—they get another number and wait to exchange it. Jerry had also bought a "black-and-white" cookie, leading to a great speech about how great it would be if racial relations could only "look to the cookie" to see how to get along. Unfortunately, it causes him to head for the washroom to throw up, breaking a long record of his for not doing so, of which he proudly remembers the exact date. They do exchange it, but now they have a babka the clerk practically coughed all over as she made the trade.
Meanwhile, in the liquor store, after selecting a bottle, George learns that Kramer hates to carry his wallet because its presence in his pocket knocks his spine out of alignment. All George has in cash is a hundred dollar bill. The liquor store guy says he can't change it.
Now here I have to question. What liquor store doesn't have a bottle or two of wine that cost over $50? Anyone buying a couple of cases of beer would likely need a chunk of money as well. How could he not be able to change a hundred? What made this even sillier was the pair's decision to go to a newsstand and get change by just buying a pack of gum. The man there had change but refused to give it unless they bought more, so they selected a few other items and got their change. Again that doesn't make sense, but I didn't worry about it. Just remember, in New York City, you can't get change for a hundred dollar bill at a liquor store, but can at a newsstand.
Back at the liquor store, after buying their wine, George and Kramer are blocked in by a double parker. They try to wait inside, out of the cold, but are ordered out by the clerk because paying customers aren't welcome unless they plan to buy something else. Again, it must be a New York oddity. In arguing with the rude man, George's huge jacket accidentally knocks over several bottles of wine.
Well, he had to give the man his expensive new jacket to pay for it, so he is freezing as they wait for the double parker to come out. When he does, it looks like an English-speaking Saddam Hussein.
So with two people freezing, one sick to his stomach, and one mad because they have an "inferior" present, we next see the four knock on the door. As the hostess greets them, Elaine shoves the babka and wine into her hands and more or less says, "See you." They were all headed home.
The funniest lines come from Jerry, for once, in his two little "speeches" at the bakery, about cookies and cinnamon. George's jacket brought lots of laughs too. Elaine was dumb as usual, in not taking a number, and thinking she could get one from someone else. Kramer didn't have that much to do that was funny. I think "The Bakery" or something else would have been a better title, since we never even saw the dinner party. A very funny show, but I can only give it an 8.
In the bakery, they are so wrapped up in their conversation as they look around, they neglect to pick-a-number. Elaine, naturally, figures she can just get someone who took a number to give it to her. This not only doesn't work, but they encounter someone they vaguely know who is going to the same party. Of course, the other couple buy, not only a chocolate babka, but the last one. So Jerry and Elaine have to settle for a cinnamon babka, which leads to Jerry objecting to Elaine's notion that this is inferior. He makes a humorous speech about how cinnamon yields to no other spice.
While waiting, they open up the box and see one lone hair on the babka. Feeling they can't just take it off—who knows how many hairs could be inside this or any other one they buy?—they get another number and wait to exchange it. Jerry had also bought a "black-and-white" cookie, leading to a great speech about how great it would be if racial relations could only "look to the cookie" to see how to get along. Unfortunately, it causes him to head for the washroom to throw up, breaking a long record of his for not doing so, of which he proudly remembers the exact date. They do exchange it, but now they have a babka the clerk practically coughed all over as she made the trade.
Meanwhile, in the liquor store, after selecting a bottle, George learns that Kramer hates to carry his wallet because its presence in his pocket knocks his spine out of alignment. All George has in cash is a hundred dollar bill. The liquor store guy says he can't change it.
Now here I have to question. What liquor store doesn't have a bottle or two of wine that cost over $50? Anyone buying a couple of cases of beer would likely need a chunk of money as well. How could he not be able to change a hundred? What made this even sillier was the pair's decision to go to a newsstand and get change by just buying a pack of gum. The man there had change but refused to give it unless they bought more, so they selected a few other items and got their change. Again that doesn't make sense, but I didn't worry about it. Just remember, in New York City, you can't get change for a hundred dollar bill at a liquor store, but can at a newsstand.
Back at the liquor store, after buying their wine, George and Kramer are blocked in by a double parker. They try to wait inside, out of the cold, but are ordered out by the clerk because paying customers aren't welcome unless they plan to buy something else. Again, it must be a New York oddity. In arguing with the rude man, George's huge jacket accidentally knocks over several bottles of wine.
Well, he had to give the man his expensive new jacket to pay for it, so he is freezing as they wait for the double parker to come out. When he does, it looks like an English-speaking Saddam Hussein.
So with two people freezing, one sick to his stomach, and one mad because they have an "inferior" present, we next see the four knock on the door. As the hostess greets them, Elaine shoves the babka and wine into her hands and more or less says, "See you." They were all headed home.
The funniest lines come from Jerry, for once, in his two little "speeches" at the bakery, about cookies and cinnamon. George's jacket brought lots of laughs too. Elaine was dumb as usual, in not taking a number, and thinking she could get one from someone else. Kramer didn't have that much to do that was funny. I think "The Bakery" or something else would have been a better title, since we never even saw the dinner party. A very funny show, but I can only give it an 8.
Very relatable and highly underrated
kellielulu5 November 2022
Warning: Spoilers
I love this episode! Once again I get what George is saying. It's rude to show up without anything you've been invited to?! Jerry is correct too the fabric of society is very complicated.
Elaine think they need to bring wine and cake( George is for ring dings and Pepsi) ( George also suggest a nice sectional couch as long as they're at it!). George and Kramer end up at the liquor store and Jerry and Elaine at a bakery. Each duo encounters people who are making their tasks more difficult while each engaging in conversations that seem suited to their idiosyncrasies. George even admits Elaine scares him sometimes.
By the time they finally get their task accomplished they arrive at the house they are supposed to have dinner at and give the hostess the wine and cake then say good night and go home! Love it! How often do you attend something and the process of getting ready or getting there wears you out! Bring on the ring dings and Pepsi!
Elaine think they need to bring wine and cake( George is for ring dings and Pepsi) ( George also suggest a nice sectional couch as long as they're at it!). George and Kramer end up at the liquor store and Jerry and Elaine at a bakery. Each duo encounters people who are making their tasks more difficult while each engaging in conversations that seem suited to their idiosyncrasies. George even admits Elaine scares him sometimes.
By the time they finally get their task accomplished they arrive at the house they are supposed to have dinner at and give the hostess the wine and cake then say good night and go home! Love it! How often do you attend something and the process of getting ready or getting there wears you out! Bring on the ring dings and Pepsi!
What Seinfeld is about
juanmaffeo9 April 2016
It may not be the funniest episode but it sure captures what The Show About Nothing is really about. And what it is really about is taking ordinary social situation and taking them to extremes only to show how ridiculous they are.
On this particular case, the gang is invited to a party and they decide to bring a cake and some wine. You can guess what happens throughout the episode. And it happens so smoothly you don't see it. Just as the episode begins to wrap up you realize how crazy and clever this one is. As I said, it's not filled with gags or memorable scenes, it's just a perfectly rounded episode with a much deeper point of view of how "the fabrics of society works".
Similar to other classic Seinfeld episodes, it proves that they can achieve great things with so little.
On this particular case, the gang is invited to a party and they decide to bring a cake and some wine. You can guess what happens throughout the episode. And it happens so smoothly you don't see it. Just as the episode begins to wrap up you realize how crazy and clever this one is. As I said, it's not filled with gags or memorable scenes, it's just a perfectly rounded episode with a much deeper point of view of how "the fabrics of society works".
Similar to other classic Seinfeld episodes, it proves that they can achieve great things with so little.
"Cinnamon takes a back seat to no babka"
yehiashireef30 November 2021
"Look to the cookie!"
itamarscomix27 September 2011
Season 5, Episode 13, "The Dinner Party"
Another great "bottle episode" from Seinfeld, the first one of season 5 to take place mainly outside Jerry's apartment and Monk's coffeeshop and being one of the show's "artier" episodes.
It's not one of the funniest episodes, but it's memorable and quotable, and above all it excels in the construction of the storyline, which, for once, is one storyline for all four characters. The actors are all phenomenal - especially Elaine and George, and they have a fantastic script to work with. The ending, in particular, is one of the funniest and most brilliant of the series.
Another great "bottle episode" from Seinfeld, the first one of season 5 to take place mainly outside Jerry's apartment and Monk's coffeeshop and being one of the show's "artier" episodes.
It's not one of the funniest episodes, but it's memorable and quotable, and above all it excels in the construction of the storyline, which, for once, is one storyline for all four characters. The actors are all phenomenal - especially Elaine and George, and they have a fantastic script to work with. The ending, in particular, is one of the funniest and most brilliant of the series.
A Night to Remember
Hitchcoc6 October 2022
All the trouble starts here when Elaine insists on bringing a gift to a party. I have to admit, it bugs me. When I throw parties, I don't need gifts. The whole show is about the process of getting the gift. George (wearing this enormous down coat) and Kramer go to buy a bottle of wine. First, the guy can't break a hundred dollar bill. When they finally are able to boy it, someone has double parked, blocking their car. Meanwhile, Jerry and Elaine are in a bakery, trying to get a special kind of cake for their gift. It turns into another disaster. Anyway, by the time they get to the party, things have totally gone south. Lots of ranting and insensitivity haven't helped.
Similar To "The Chinese Restaurant"
paulwetor8 August 2023
Warning: Spoilers
This is not one of the more memorable episodes, but it has the typical Seinfeld story: lots of complications over what should be something simple. And arguments about the same.
As with "The Chinese Restaurant" episode, the whole reason behind the story never takes place. It's contrived in spots, but does illustrate that sometimes attending a party carries its own burden.
Some reviewers here complain about the story but it has its moments. Sorry there are no memorable lines or great scenes to tell friends later. They can't all be winners.
There is one great moment after George knocks the liquor bottles over. The owner tells George he's paying for the broken bottles and Kramer immediately slips and falls down. It's unexpected and very funny. Michael Richards can be over the top at times, but this is a perfect moment for him. You expect the reaction to come from George, not Kramer.
P. S. While exiting the car, Elaine can't remember Jerry's name. I think it was a flub they left in.
As with "The Chinese Restaurant" episode, the whole reason behind the story never takes place. It's contrived in spots, but does illustrate that sometimes attending a party carries its own burden.
Some reviewers here complain about the story but it has its moments. Sorry there are no memorable lines or great scenes to tell friends later. They can't all be winners.
There is one great moment after George knocks the liquor bottles over. The owner tells George he's paying for the broken bottles and Kramer immediately slips and falls down. It's unexpected and very funny. Michael Richards can be over the top at times, but this is a perfect moment for him. You expect the reaction to come from George, not Kramer.
P. S. While exiting the car, Elaine can't remember Jerry's name. I think it was a flub they left in.
Dinner and nothing
safenoe9 February 2024
Warning: Spoilers
Anyway, I think The Dinner Party pretty much characterized the "show about nothing" tagline to Seinfeld, because unfortunately (or fortunately depending upon the Seinfeld world) Seinfeld, Elaine, Kramer, and George don't make it to the dinner after being double-parked, hair in a cake and all, and George's inflatable coat.
Some people like this episode, some don't, and The Dinner Party isn't for everyone and may leave you feeling hungry at the end of the episode. But still, we see Amjad J. Qaisen as Hussein. According to imdb, this is Amjad's only movie role. Anyway, The Dinner Party is enjoyed at least once.
Some people like this episode, some don't, and The Dinner Party isn't for everyone and may leave you feeling hungry at the end of the episode. But still, we see Amjad J. Qaisen as Hussein. According to imdb, this is Amjad's only movie role. Anyway, The Dinner Party is enjoyed at least once.
This one stunk.
dlynch84325 September 2020
It just wasn't funny. Elaine was bossy, George was whiny, the things that moved the plot were dumb in the worst sit-com way: not believable. Jerry's monologue was good, though, but not worth raising this lame half-hour.
Elaine shows Bword side for a bit before its fully unleashed in seasons 7, 8 and 9
ThunderKing619 March 2023
Elaine was so rude to George all because she couldn't listen. Someone double parked their car. But Elaine is such a Bword. If I was George I would pick up the counter and smash it over her head. RIP Elaine. Not an essential character anyways. Guest characters and 1 offs have had better moments than Elaine. I think Jerry's girl in the stall could have played Elaine she was much better to look at.
Anywayz...
March 19th 0f 2023rd.
What is this episode about?: off the bat, the crew is invited to a dinner party.
Kramer and George go and get some booze. They get into a mishap with the parking.
Jerry and Elaine get a danish. Jerry racist cookie goes to war.
Story and production: This episode reminded me of the Chinese Restaurant episode a little bit. Both pairs are stranded and miserable.
A good-alright filler episode. No one dates anyone in this episode or is infatuated by anyone or tires to impress a babe. Probably the only episode of the series besides the finale and the Trip.
I don't know why I didn't notice this before, but the Colour grain of this episode and a few during this period has an ugly orange look. I'm not sure why they did that. It looks ugly.
Highlight: "Back off puffy ball its not my CAR!" and they guy that says "sorry".
Laugh meter: 6
What can be learned?: Elaine alter ego is nigh
Verdict: Next time you double park.
Anywayz...
March 19th 0f 2023rd.
What is this episode about?: off the bat, the crew is invited to a dinner party.
Kramer and George go and get some booze. They get into a mishap with the parking.
Jerry and Elaine get a danish. Jerry racist cookie goes to war.
Story and production: This episode reminded me of the Chinese Restaurant episode a little bit. Both pairs are stranded and miserable.
A good-alright filler episode. No one dates anyone in this episode or is infatuated by anyone or tires to impress a babe. Probably the only episode of the series besides the finale and the Trip.
I don't know why I didn't notice this before, but the Colour grain of this episode and a few during this period has an ugly orange look. I'm not sure why they did that. It looks ugly.
Highlight: "Back off puffy ball its not my CAR!" and they guy that says "sorry".
Laugh meter: 6
What can be learned?: Elaine alter ego is nigh
Verdict: Next time you double park.
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