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Why A Winter Wedding Might Work the Best for You

Posted on February 26, 2018July 18, 2026 by admin

Do you cringe at the thought of a humid wedding day? Is summer too hectic to schedule a wedding? If you’re a bride-to-be, you might want to think about booking your special day in the winter. There are many benefits to having a winter wedding. For one, there’s simply less stress, and at Village Catering, we can help you put together the wedding of your dreams even while Jack Frost is nipping at your nose. A winter wedding is a great idea because you don’t need to worry about the weather. Since you’ll most likely be inside, there’s no need…

4 Fun Bridal Shower Theme Ideas

Posted on February 22, 2018 by admin

Planning a wedding takes both time and patience. Aside from just the ceremony and reception, you need to think about the cake, the flowers, the menu, and the decor. Thankfully, your bridesmaids are there to help and can make the entire process less stressful. They will also be the ones planning your wedding shower and will likely be searching for creative planning ideas. At Village Catering, we’ve got four fun bridal shower themes that are sure to please everyone. Literature theme Even if you aren’t a bibliophile, you can still have a literature-themed wedding shower. Think Harry Potter or Jane…

How to Throw the Best Engagement Party

Posted on February 20, 2018 by admin

Are you an excited bride-to-be? Have you been thinking about how to construct the perfect engagement party? Having an engagement party is the perfect opportunity to announce your upcoming marriage and celebrate the occasion with both family and friends. At Village Catering, we can help you throw the best engagement party your friends and family (and, most importantly, you!) will ever see. Our team of expert party planners can even provide the food and host the party at our hall, Cottage Green. One of the first steps to throwing a memorable wedding engagement party is by sending out your invitations. …

4 Sports Award Banquet Party Planning Tips

Posted on February 9, 2018June 17, 2021 by admin

So, it’s the end of the season, and it’s time to start planning for the big sports award banquet. Where do you even begin? While it might seem an overwhelming task, planning a sports award banquet can actually be a lot of fun, and with the right amount of foresight, you can host an event that’s sure to be a hit. At Village Catering, we help people prepare for a wide range of special events. If you’re looking for ideas on how to get started, we’ve got four tips to help you plan a sports award banquet that your guests…

5 Tips to Help You Set Guests at Your Wedding Reception

Posted on February 6, 2018 by admin

Are you planning a wedding this year and already stressed about how you’ll seat your guests? For many couples, planning the seating chart at their wedding is the most stressful part of the planning process. If you’re only having 25 guests for a buffet reception, then you might not have much to worry about. Yet for many couples who are planning weddings with 75 or more guests, the seating assignment is important. Most people enjoy assigned seating because it’s fun to see where you chose to seat them, and with whom. If you’re still in the beginning stages of planning,…

5 Tasty Wedding Food Bar Ideas

Posted on February 2, 2018 by admin

Who doesn’t want an amazing wedding reception? If you want a wedding celebration that is sure to be remembered, then focus on the food. When guests travel far and wide to attend your special day, it’s important to honor their dedication with a wide array of food from which to choose. A crowd-pleasing menu is one way to guarantee that your guests will enjoy your wedding day and with help from Village Catering, you can make it both simple and delicious. We’ve got five tasty wedding food bar ideas that are guaranteed to make your guests happy. As wedding trends…

3 Fun and Creative Theme Ideas for Galas

Posted on January 31, 2018June 18, 2026 by admin

Choosing the right theme for your gala can make all the difference in how successful it is for everyone invited. If you have a full guest list and you want a theme that your gala-goers will talk about for years to come, then take a little time to choose a gala theme that is both creative and fun. At Village Catering, we help our guests choose gala themes that are sure to make, and not break, your special event. We also have our own banquet hall, Cottage Green. If you are looking to create a memorable event at a beautiful…

3 Fun Winter Party Décor Ideas

Posted on January 22, 2018February 9, 2022 by admin

Are you looking forward to cozy winter nights in front of the fireplace? Maybe you’re already thinking about throwing a winter bash to welcome Jack Frost. At Village Catering, we’ve got three fun winter party ideas that are sure to keep your guests smiling this season. Why not get a jump start on your winter themed party with these three fantastic party decor ideas? Fire and Ice Initially, this might sound like an odd combination, but fire and ice make a great winter theme for a party. Many people who have run with this theme find it a sultry duo…

3 Tips to Keep Children Busy at Your Wedding

Posted on January 18, 2018June 18, 2026 by admin

Are you preparing for your big wedding day but still not sure how to entertain the all of the kids who will be there? Children bring a beautiful, lively element to anyone’s wedding day, but they can also become bored quickly if they feel there’s nothing there to keep them occupied. At Village Catering, we’ve got three tips to help keep children busy on your wedding day. All you need is a little imagination and a bit of foresight to guarantee that the little ones at your wedding party will have fun and keep themselves entertained, too. 1. Kids Activity…

3 Tips to Help Make Your Next Corporate Holiday Party Even Better

Posted on January 16, 2018June 18, 2026 by admin

When it comes to planning a party for work associates or employees, it’s always a good idea to plan ahead of time to make it great. If you’re looking for ways to make your next corporate holiday party a hit, then why not consider Village Catering to ensure that the event is a success? Village Catering is the premier catering company in the Philadelphia area and is always looking to work with new customers. We’ve got three tips to help make your corporate party even better than you expected. 1. Plan Ahead Holiday parties can be a great way to…