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Catering Budget
Most catering companies charge per person. You will need to know the
number
of people who will be attending your event and how much you are willing
to spend
before you consult with catering companies.
What Kind of Meal?
What time of day is your event? There are a number of options when
deciding
what kind of meal service you will need. Many catering companies offer
a wide
variety of meals, including brunch, lunch, dinner, hors
d’oeuvres, and
dessert.
Catering Staff
If you are having a casual event, you may consider a buffet-style meal.
For
more formal events, catering companies offer a variety of serving
options from
passed appetizers to waiter staff for sit-down meals. The wait staff
could be
dressed in uniforms or tuxedos with white gloves, depending on the
formality
of your event. Discuss these options with your catering company.
Style
There are different styles of food, and a wide range of catering
options to
suit your needs. Think about whether you would like continental,
regional, ethnic,
or theme (such as “the beach” or
“country-western”)
foods. Some catering companies may or may not be able to accommodate
more exotic
or unusual food tastes, so be sure to discuss your ideas with them up
front.
Special Needs Catering
Consider the tastes and dietary restrictions of your guests. Will there
be a
lot of vegetarians? Do you need to serve kosher or halal foods? Discuss
these
with your catering company so all of your guests will be able to enjoy
the meal
you are providing.
Alcohol
Alcohol at parties can be expensive. Be sure to go over all your
options with
your catering company. Here are some options: open bar, cash bar, beer
and wine
only, champagne, or specialty (such as martini bars).
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