Planning an event is not a
simple thing. There are many details that need to be chosen and arranged for.
In order for your event to be a success you will have to choose carefully.
Whether you are planning
for a wedding, a birthday party, a reunion or any big event, food will always
play a big part and consume a huge chunk of your planning. You are lucky if you
have booked Gazebo Royale as they have catering partners inQuezon City that have great reputations. If you have rented a place
that doesn’t have catering partners, your choices will be unlimited but
choosing might get a bit harder.
Here are several key
factors to consider when hiring catering services:
Budget
Make sure to calculate a budget for food and catering
services. Check with different caterers to see and compare what they have to
offer and if they fit into your budget. Most of the established catering
companies are able to adapt a menu to match the needs. Aim to get at least four
or five different quotes which gives the option of comparing the different
services side-by-side to make it easier to see which cater offers the more
all-inclusive option.
In the process of getting the quote it helps to check that
the caterer offers services like providing the linen and tableware which often
varies with the different companies.
Food Quality
This should be your number one priority. Quality doesn’t
necessarily mean a huge price increase so don’t be afraid to ask for quotes
from caterers who are well-known to get deliver the best food services. You
most likely will get referrals from feedback from actual customers. Ask for a
taste testing session to get firsthand experience of what is on offer. Also,
make sure the catering service is based in professional commercial premises and
able to offer the talented serving staff to make sure things go as smooth as
possible on the big day.
Styling Services
Catering services do not only deliver food, they can style
the event place as well. Check what are the options included in their packages
and their portfolio of catered events. This will help you decide whether to get
them for styling services or hire a separate event stylist.
Availability and Payment Options
Of course, check if the catering service is available on a
specific date. Most well-known caterers usually get booked earlier so the
earlier you plan and scout around for suppliers, the bigger the chance of being
able to get the catering service you want. Also, check on the payment and
booking requirements. A catering service offering the more flexible payment
terms is likely to be an attractive choice for many.
I have been put in charge of our family reunions closing banquet and the planning has been fun and stressful. This is the largest gathering I have ever done anything for and your tips have really cleared things up. I have been judging the food quality of a place based on pictures and word of mouth, having the company do a tasting never even crossed my mind! Now that I have it narrowed down to five companies I will request a tasting. I will get that first one scheduled today! Thanks for your help! http://www.campionroseburns.com
ReplyDeleteThese are some really helpful tips for choosing a catering service. It can be one of the most stressful parts, when done wrong, of an already beautifully stressful process. But it makes it a lot easier to break each option down into categories and looking objectively. I especially like the point you made about styling; proper catering has the ability to really set the tone of the entire event. Thank you so much for writing, I would definitely suggest reading this to anyone planning a wedding.
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