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There are hundreds of reasons to host a party or event. Birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, promotions or retirement, baby showers, family reunions, and holidays. The list is literally endless. Whether you hire a catering service or conduct self catering, the following ideas can help you create a memorable experience for both you and your guests.
Baby Shower: Perhaps one of the most fun and exciting events to cater is a baby shower. It's easy to find a wide array of decorations, centerpieces and fun games. The most common type of food served at baby showers include finger foods such as pizza bagels, potato skins, Nachos with all the fixings, meat, shrimp or fruit kabobs, stuffed mushrooms, chips and dips. Beverages generally consist of soft drinks, lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch. Wedding Shower: Generally, wedding showers incorporate the colors of white and pastels, or colors to match the bride's wedding arrangements. Oftentimes, wedding showers consists of mainly female guests; however, more and more men are joining in the wedding shower celebrations. The most common type of food served at wedding showers includes upscale finger foods such as watercress sandwiches, an assortment of salads, vegetable and fruit trays with dips, and an assortment of quality cold cuts, cheeses and breads. A dessert tray filled with decadent delights is always a welcome addition to any wedding shower. Beverages generally consist of soft drinks, lemonade, iced tea and fruit punch. Occasionally, wedding shower hostesses will serve champagne, wine, or other alcoholic beverages. Graduation: Catering companies can help you plan a memorable graduation party. Whether your child is graduating from preschool, kindergarten, high school, or college; catering the event frees up your time to sing the praises of your graduate and indulge in this wonderful moment! Generally, graduation parties are geared toward both young and older guests. An assortment tray of sandwiches, vegetable and fruit trays, and chips and dips are always a big hit at graduation parties. A banquet table filled with hot entrees and side dishes is perfect for graduation parties hosted in the afternoon or evening hours. Favorite beverages include soft drinks, lemonade, iced tea, and fruit punch. And of course, let's not forget the cake! Promotion or Retirement: When catering for a job promotion or retirement party, you'll want to go all out and offer a full menu of foods. Foods typically served at promotion and retirement parties include roast beef, ham or turkey breast; potatoes, rice or stuffing; two to three types of vegetables; and an assortment of breads and rolls. You'll also want to include a variety of desserts. Be certain to include sugar-free versions for your friends who are diabetic or watching their weight. Oftentimes, these events serve alcohol and include an open bar where guests are served their favorite beverage by a professional bartender. Summer BBQ: Ready to celebrate the summer season with a bang? Catering a summer BBQ can be great fun! Common foods include shish kabobs, hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, corn-on-the-cob, potato salad, vegetable and fruit trays, and loads of chips and dips. Strawberry shortcake is a favorite summertime dessert; as is key lime cheesecake or decorative cupcakes. Summer BBQ beverages include soft drinks, iced tea and lemonade. Holiday Gatherings: The holidays tend to be a stressful time for most people. Why not eliminate the stress of your next family gathering by hiring a catering service? Many caterers offer a "To Go" service. They can prepare your entire holiday meal and deliver it directly to your doorstep, or you can pick it up from their facility. Depending on the holiday, menus will vary and depend on your family traditions. Most catering services will be happy to customize a holiday menu to suit your needs. \ |