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Fall Wedding Catering Trends

Posted on September 27, 2012 by admin

Wedding food doesn’t have to be the standard menu. Event planners, chefs, and food fanatical brides and grooms are choosing unique, palate-pleasing ways to satisfy their guests’ appetites. Since the weather has started to cool, your guests will be craving rich, intensely flavored meals. Keep the following ideas in mind as you begin to create your wedding menu. Stand-out Starters One popular alternative to the standard salad as a first course is soups. Their warmth and heartiness make them a natural fit for fall. Consider squash bisque served in little pumpkins, or butternut squash soup ladled over crumbled blue cheese….

Corporate Event Catering Ideas

Posted on August 17, 2012 by admin

Whether you are planning to cater for a meeting, awards ceremony, product launch or employee training, you can provide a food experience that can help guests eat healthier, try different cuisines, or even receive details about your company, product and image. Healthy Options The next time your company is catering a working lunch or employee brainstorming session, consider providing the attendees a buffet of healthy options instead of the traditional carb-filled office treats. Healthy lunch and snack options don’t have to be a boring. Start by serving a salad buffet instead of the high-fat mayonnaise-filled sandwiches, or baked chips and…

2 Budget-Friendly Party Ideas For Father’s Day 2012

Posted on June 5, 2012June 17, 2026 by admin

Having a budget-friendly Father’s Day or party this year doesn’t have to be complicated, and with a bit of skill and these Father’s Day (party) ideas, you can give your dad an unforgettable Father’s Day, or Father’s Day party that will also be budget-friendly! Prior to planning your Father’s Day events, brainstorm some Father’s Day ideas that your father might like. It also doesn’t hurt to ask some questions of those (besides yourself) who know your dad the best in order to get some good ideas. Does Your Dad Treasure Peace and Quiet? Let your Dad enjoy a day of…

3 Mother’s Day Party Ideas For Mother’s Day 2012

Posted on May 7, 2012June 18, 2026 by admin

Hey everyone, don’t forget, Mother’s Day is this Sunday May 13th! If you want to make your mother smile and feel extremely loved and happy on this special day, then maybe you should consider throwing a Mother’s Day party just for her! If you are looking around for party ideas we have assembled some fantastic ones, and we’re sure your mother will be appreciative of them if you follow through with our ideas! Mother’s Day Decorations If you are planning an actual Mother’s Day party, decorations will always play a key role in its planning. Decorations should always be selected…

Who to Follow on Twitter

Posted on April 18, 2012August 12, 2022 by admin

Chefs Jamie Oliver @jamieoliver: This inspiring chef has his own foundation with the purpose of educating, empowering, and inspiring people to become more informed about nutrition and be able to make better decisions. Follow him for healthy recipes and to learn about his mission for a food revolution. Guy Fieri @GuyFieri: Guy is a food lover who travels around looking for the best restaurants and the best dishes. You can check out his Twitter to see where he’s going next and what great new foods he has discovered. Giada De Laurentiis @GDeLaurentiis: A favorite food network star, Giada is an…

Do It Yourself Bite-Sized Party Foods

Posted on February 24, 2012 by admin

Looking to throw a small do-it-yourself party, get-together, or other event? We found a few simple recipes for finger foods that will delight your guests while keeping you stress free. They’re time saving and easy to make recipes for appetizers, the main course, and dessert. Enjoy! Dessert Bite Sized Apple Pies – Put a spin on the traditional dessert! 1/2 cp. sugar 2 tsp. cinnamon 1 pkg. (14.1 oz) refrigerated piecrust 3 tbsp. melted butter, divided 2 medium tart apples, each cut into 8 wedges Combine sugar and cinnamon then set aside 1 Tbsp. Unroll the pastry on a lightly…

3 Helpful Guidelines For Eating A Diet-friendly Dessert

Posted on January 6, 2012June 18, 2026 by admin

Interested in preparing diet-friendly desserts but still feel the need to satisfy your desire for something sweet? If so, follow these three guidelines to help you find/prepare a diet-friendly dessert that can end up being just as sweet as a regular dessert! Picking Out Which Dessert Recipe Is Best For You The best way to get a diet-friendly dessert on your table is to pick a dessert recipe that is for health or diet-conscious people. This strategy will always save you the trouble of trying to replace ingredients—especially if you aren’t confident about doing that. Also, many creators of dessert recipes have already…

4 Tips For Self Catering

Posted on December 5, 2011 by admin

Planning a party takes a lot of time especially if you are doing your own catering. Buying the food, preparing the meal, decorating your home, hall, or general organization can be a rigorous endeavor. If it is a big party you might have to rent cooking equipment, tables, chairs, and even a tent! If you want there to be music and entertainment you may even find yourself seeking out a DJ or band! Even though planning your own party or event is a lot of work, catering an event can be very easy and preparing it yourself can save you…

Popular Wedding Trends

Posted on October 28, 2011 by admin

Like decorations, invitations, the dress, and photography, catering trends change from year to year. When it comes to celebrating your wedding there is nothing more you wish for than an amazing day filled with great food, décor, and entertainment. The choice to go with a smaller and more intimate wedding with individual taste and personalized selections continues to be popular in 2011. General catering ideas include offering a choice of main courses. This may include keeping the usual plate of potatoes and vegetables while offering a variety of meats and sauces. You can also get rustic by providing guests with…

Caterers For A Unique Event

Posted on September 1, 2011 by admin

Although many catering companies mainly focus in on larger events or corporate meetings, many catering companies also offer the option of sending specific meals to a family or individual. There are many ways to use this option, whether you are sending meals to a new mom and dad or someone who is recovering from surgery or a serious illness. It is a great way to let your friends and family members know you care. It can be compared to sending flowers or a card, but in addition to the thoughtful touch you are also giving the recipient something that really makes…