If you have ever planned or have been to a large party or event you most likely have had an experience with catering. When thinking about catering the first thing that comes to mind is simply, food. A caterer will often meet with an event's host or hostess several times in order to decide on a menu. A caterer may cook on or off site of a party and will often provide a staff to help set-up, serve, and clean-up on the day of the event. Many catering companies are now going beyond the boundaries of simply just preparing and serving the food at a party or event. Catering today will now go into themes, lighting, plating designs and table decor. It is a large business that nowadays requires more than just being able to cook a few dishes really well.
The ability to plan, create and staff a special event are a few of the things that are required in the world of catering. Making every piece of the party to be in harmony with the other is key to making a special day into a memorable event. When planning a menu one should consider the time of year, the region, and the venue in addition to the tastes of the attending guests. The food and the menu should not only appeal to the guest's sense of taste, but also sight and smell.
A caterer will also have to provide the plates, glassware, flatware and sometimes linens for an event. Catering has also gone into the next level with some companies providing lightening, room decor and event planning in addition creating a menu of delicious foods that will be pleasing to all of the senses.
Catering can make or break an event so always ask for recommendations and referrals when seeking a caterer. Whether be it a dinner party, a wedding or a business banquet the food and the mood of your affair can be greatly enhanced by the caterer. It is important to choose your caterer early in the planning process of an event. Catering can be a 7 day a week business, especially during busy holiday seasons.
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