Are you looking for a caterer? One of the most memorable delights of your next event will be the food. Make sure you choose the right caterers to make it a good memory. Remember your theme when picking your menu. Also consider the time of year for your event. For an outdoor summer wedding hot soup may not be appropriate. Also think of those who will be attending. Do your vegetarians outnumber the carnivores? You will also want to think about the format of your food service (buffet, food stations, or formal plate down dinner).
Will your event be outdoors or inside? Your caterers needs vary from an entire outdoor kitchen to napkins and silverware depending on the location. Ask your caterer if they can provide full service, including rentals and set up as well. There are many venues that have a caterer on site who already know the logistics for that location and have everything they need already there.
Referrals are your secret weapon when it comes to choosing a caterer. Ask around to your friends and family that have been to weddings recently. Questions you can ask them include; how was the food? Did you like the service, not only at your table but at the bar as well? What was the quality of the food and drink?
Sample a variety of foods when meeting with your caterer. Make sure to ask if the same chef will be preparing the food on the day of the event to assure you get the same quality on the actual day of your event. Find out what the average cost per plate is and get a printed price list of food selections. Caterers may add a gratuity of up to 18 percent per person to their charges. Find out in advance if this is the case and if it is included in the pricing for your event.
Find out from the caterers who will be in charge at your event and meet them before hand. This will be the person you'll seek out if something is not right at your event? Talk to your other vendors for the event your having catered. Rental companies, florists and venue coordinators work with several caterers and could give you some insider information about their quality of service.
Find out if the caterer will provide cocktail or ordure service. Ask about the different options they have for bar service. Some of the different types of options you can expect include an open bar, this works in a couple of different ways. You can pay per drink and the bar tender will keep track of your guests consumption, or you can pay a flat rate for bar service until a specified time. A second option is the cash bar where soft drinks are provided by the caterer and included in the cost, and alcoholic beverages are paid for by guests as they drink. No matter what your next event, the right caterer can help to make it a special and memorable day.
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