Why Can’t We Eat Raw Chicken?

If you ask your officemates what they’d like for your daily lunch delivery in Philadelphia, chances are high that at least one person will suggest sushi, the Japanese seafood dish traditionally served raw on rice. If you attend a fancy party or celebration, raw tartare or caviar might be on the menu. And when you ask most people how they like their steak done, they’ll claim that cooking the meat to a well-done brown ruins the flavor. Americans regularly consume meat, seafood, and fish raw. If you’ve recently had one of these dishes yourself, you might be wondering: why is…

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3 Food Preparation Safety Tips

Everyone knows that eating fresh foods, limiting sugar intake and being mindful of expiration dates are all keys to great nutrition. However, many men and women underestimate just how crucial great food preparation habits are to the overall picture of your health. No matter if you’re baking for one or whipping up a lunch delivery in Philadelphia for your loved one who’s an essential employee, be sure to use these 3 crucial food safety tips while cooking.

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3 Ways to Thank Essential Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Across the country, millions of Americans are staying inside and flattening the curve of the novel COVID-19 virus by limiting their trips outdoors and practicing great personal hygiene. However, not everyone has the luxury of attending university classes from home or telecommuting to work. Doctors, emergency medical personnel, grocery store staff and other essential workers risk illness and injury daily to keep our society moving. If you aren’t an essential worker, you might be wondering how you can support the brave men and women facing the pandemic head-on. Consider using these 3 easy (and safe!) ways to say “thank you”…

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3 Tips For Self-Care During the Quarantine

As the novel strain of COVID-19 continues to travel across the United States, millions of men and women are staying indoors and fighting back against the spread of the virus. The best way to prevent illness and discourage the virus from spreading is by remaining indoors as much as possible and limiting trips outside to only essential errands. However, this can also make life much lonelier — especially if you’re used to attending school or chatting with co-workers every day.   If you’re feeling a little lonely, now might be the perfect time to indulge in a bit of restorative self-care….

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How to Host an Unforgettable Graduation Party

Spring is about to be in the air, which means graduation season is coming up quick! As your graduate is busy completing senior projects, getting ready for the graduation ceremony, and looking forward to pursuing post-high school endeavors, you can help give them a proper send-off by helping throw a graduation party for them and their classmates. When you think of a graduation party, there are a few obvious celebratory staples that come to mind: guests, music, maybe a speech or two. Oh, yeah — and food! With all that in mind, here are some considerations to keep in mind…

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5 Ways to Add a Personal Touch to Your Wedding

If you are about to get married or planning an upcoming nuptial, it is important to make your day as special as you are. You are going to look back on that day with fondness for years, as are your guests. If you want to make the day reflect your and your beloved’s unique personalities, then make sure to add personal touches to the entire day. Here are a few that can make any Philadelphia wedding venue you pick perfect.

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Avoid These Mistakes When Planning a Baby Shower for a Friend or Loved One

Baby showers are traditions for which many mothers-to-be are either really excited or really dreading, but they are going to happen, and you want your friend or a loved one to be in the former category on the day of the event! Naturally, you want to make this baby shower one for the history books, but there are some common mistakes you should avoid to ensure that your event doesn’t flop!  Fortunately, we at Village Catering know how to throw a great baby shower at our elegant Cottage Green venue, and we have a few suggestions on what not to…

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The Extremely British History of Afternoon Tea

Most Americans know what tea is, but did you know that in British culture, “tea” can mean the hot drink prepared with boiled water and herbs or tea leaves, or it can mean a small, daily meal enjoyed in between lunch and dinner? Well, we usually get to snacking around this time at any rate because the interim between lunch at noon and dinner whenever we get home can be unbearable. And the British nobility circa 1840 would have most likely agreed with that dramatic statement! 

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When You Should Hire a Corporate Catering Company

No matter where you are in the world, food can usually be trusted to bring people together and brighten the mood considerably. Catered food for office and business settings is no exception. We at Village Catering provide business owners and corporate event planners with corporate catering services that are perfect for any professional event. Corporate catering is, essentially, catering for corporate functions, but it goes way beyond that definition. While our clients focus on the business side of their events, we take care of the food — no matter the event or its size!

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What Are Hors d’Oeuvres?

From wedding celebrations to sweet 16 parties in Pennsylvania, food plays a key role in any special day. However, figuring out exactly what’s supposed to be served at every course can be confusing. One of the most nebulous parts of any fancy meal is the hors d’oeuvres course. If you’re planning a dinner or a wedding, you might be wondering what an hors d’oeuvre even is — and what you should  serve during this course. An hors d’oeuvre (pronounced “or-DERV”) is a small bite of food that you enjoy before dinner. Most hors d’oeuvre courses are served alongside cocktails. If…

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