6 Sensational Wedding Food Ideas

As one of the oldest family-owned Philadelphia catering companies, you can rest assured that we know all about how weddings are more than just chicken and vegetables these days. From make-your-own food bars to chef stations, there are many creative food ideas out there that you can use to add some “uniqueness” to your wedding menu. Make-Your-Own Food Bar Having a “make-your-own food bar” or several bars at your wedding, will be sure to please your guests. Having this fun food option allows your guests to make their food any way they want. Some examples are a waffle bar, hot…

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4 Sweet and Edible Wedding Favor Ideas

  If you offer edible favors for guests to take home after your wedding, it’s likely that there won’t be many left behind. While wedding favors aren’t required, they’re a nice way to show your guests that you are glad they shared this special milestone with you. One of the best things about edible favors is that they can eat them at the end, on the road, or at home. If you’re thinking of giving your guests some edible favors (or have been convinced by us here at Village Catering to do so) you may be wondering which one(s) you…

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Encourage Camaraderie in The Office by Treating Your Employees to a Catered Lunch!

How many times per week do you bring your own lunch to work? Most workers who bring their own lunch eat at their desks. This saves money and time, but may make some individuals feel like hermits who don’t interact with coworkers. As a business owner or office manager, sometimes you have to be proactive and encourage communication in the workplace. Have employees bounce ideas off each other. Adding a little socialization during work hours can lead to more production for the company. So, when is the best time to encourage communication during work hours? If you guessed lunch, then…

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Food and Decorating Ideas for Your 2016 4th Of July Celebration

There is no denying that America’s Independence Day has been, and always will be, a red, white, and blue celebration that will consist of entrees and drinks with an outdoor flavor. However, if you are looking for something new to serve this year, or are looking to do something new to your traditional favorite 4th Of July dishes, here are some ideas you can consider: You don’t always have to kick things off with the barbecue—you can serve up some tasty snacks before the main meal! Start off the afternoon or early evening by providing your guests with some appetizers…

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3 Reasons to Choose Village Catering for Your Wedding

Are you looking for a caterer in the Philadelphia area that will accommodate all of your wedding needs? Village Catering can help you have the wedding you dreamed of since you were a child. Well, the wedding you dreamed of since you were a child may have involved this magical night where you got whisked away into a castle to live happily ever after. But that might not be entirely possible. Nonetheless, you can have a magical wedding night regardless of the lack of whisking away and magical castles. And that is because you can choose Village Catering as your…

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3 Unique Wedding Themes

Your wedding day is your day. It’s a special day during which you can have the time of your life while you make memories that you can hold onto forever. That’s why it’s important to hire a wedding catering service in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas to ensure all of your food needs are fulfilled during this day, so you can focus on having a fantastic time and making memories along the way. Some people describe their wedding day as their most vivid memory. Make sure that vivid memory is a good one by not having to worry about taking…

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3 Decorating Tips to Consider for Your Next Event at A Banquet Hall

As the owners of a catering company, and one of Philadelphia’s various gorgeous banquet halls, you can bet that we know more than enough about decorating them. Another thing we are aware of is that finding the funds to decorate them the way you want for your wedding, birthday party, or another event, can be challenging. Therefore, to help you save both money and time when it comes to decorating a banquet hall for your next event, you can consider some of the following: Christmas Lights. Christmas lights aren’t just for Christmas. People use them during all holidays and even…

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4 Late Night Wedding Snack Ideas

If your wedding reception is set to last well into the late night hours, it might be a great idea for you to consider serving some late night wedding snacks to your guests. Even though everyone had an entree, slice of cake, and likely some other desserts, it’s possible they might need some extra fuel before they hit the road. If you are considering serving some yummy late night snacks at your wedding, here are some ideas: Mini-burgers. Mini-burgers can a be a great “little” snack to serve to your guests as the party into they wee hours. You can…

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Spring Wedding Ideas That Will Help Make Your Big Day Memorable!

As a catering company in Philadelphia, we know that spring is one of the most popular wedding seasons because of many of reasons. Many of them include the colors, dresses, decorations, menu items, flowers, and favors!  And, let’s not forget the warm sun! With all of the spring wedding options available to you, it’s possible that your big day could be a lot more difficult for you to plan—especially because you have so many options! If you are undecided about what to choose for your spring wedding, here are a few things that you can keep in mind. Spring Wedding…

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Tips to Help Make Any Event a Successful Affair

Have you ever wondered what makes an event a success? Well, there are many things that you need to consider if you want to have a successful event! With the involvement of speakers, attendees, audiovisual presentations, catering, and venue selections, any event can end up being a complex affair. However, with the right combination of all the event elements (and with the help of an awesome Philadelphia catering company!), yours can become a hit! Some tips to help get you started on your event preparation can include: The creation of a checklist. Include food, bar selections, entertainment, venue, invitations, guest…

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