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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Tips to Assist You in Selecting the Ideal Wedding Cake

For many couples, their wedding cakes are one of the most critical components of their wedding days. It could appear in their wedding pictures, and may very well be a focal point for their guests as they arrive into the reception area. As you decide on a cake for your big day, it’s important to remember that it is what will pull together the colors and theme of your wedding. What’s more, your wedding cake could be as individual as you are! So, take the time to shop around by yourself, or with your wedding planner, and decide on a…

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4 Creative Corporate Catering Ideas for Lunch

Isn’t it great to know that you don’t always have to settle for a “box lunch” every time the clock strikes 12:00 p.m.? In fact, you can even turn yourself into the office hero and offer a nice hot (or cold) catered lunch! If you do choose to have lunch catered one day, you may be overwhelmed with all of the options available. However, you are in luck as there are professional caterers (like us here at Village Catering) who will guide you in designing the perfect catering menu that is certain to please your employees or co-workers!

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Benefits of Having an Outdoor Picnic Event this Spring

Winter is finally over, and and the warm weather is here! Many of us have been cooped up in our homes for—at least what seems like—half of the year at this point. However, March 20th marked the first day of spring, and the snow will be giving way to blossoming flowers. Living in the northeastern part of the United States certainly has its perks. A long winter may not be one of those perks, but it is amazing to be able to watch the change of seasons each year. Although we here at Village Catering love every season, we understand…

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How to Plan a Memorable Graduation Party

The days of class trips, pep rallies, practices, games, and talent shows are coming to an end for your son or daughter. In other words, it’s time to watch him or her graduate, and get the party planning started! If you want to have a memorable graduation party for your child, it’s important for you to remember that you keep him or her involved in the party planning. Some Things That You Will Also Need to Consider Are: When exactly the party will be held. You could have the party immediately after the ceremony, or you could plan it to…

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5 Reasons You Should Consider an Event Planner

It is not out of the ordinary for people to think that professional wedding and/or event planners are going to be expensive. Well, unfortunately, they can be, and the harsh truth is that they also know the tips, tricks, and contacts that can save you time, stress, and money without sacrificing the quality of your event. They even provide full planning, month-of planning, and day-of coordination!           Here are a handful of reasons you might want to hire an event planner 1. Save Money. Event planners often form relationships with suppliers. Because of this, they receive…

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Things to Keep in Mind for Your Upcoming Spring Wedding

Spring is less than 2 weeks away! Can you believe it? Here at Village Catering, we are more than excited for Daylight Saving Time and the official kickoff of the first day of spring! So, you know what that means, wedding season is right around the corner! You are “pretty sure” you got everything under control and in place for the big day. However, “pretty sure” might not cut it! To help all of you lucky couples who have been planning the big day for weeks, months, or years, here are some last minute things you should keep in mind…

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