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Why Choose Village Catering for Your 2017 Holiday Party?

Are you already thinking ahead to the holidays? Maybe you’ve had it with the summer heat and you’ve got hot toddies and sleigh bells on your mind. If you want to start planning for your 2017 holiday party, then Village Catering can help you prepare. Our dedicated caterers are some of the most detail-oriented and creative in the industry. We know what it takes to plan an amazing holiday party, and we look forward to sharing our expertise with each one of our customers. There are plenty of reasons to choose Village Catering for your next holiday party, but one…

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3 Fantastic Holiday Party Planning Tips

Are you looking for some amazing holiday party planning tips? Maybe you love to host dinner parties but just need a little help organizing for your guests. Sometimes you need a fresh set of eyes, and at Village Catering, we can help you find the right help just in the nick of time. Whether you’re planning on hosting a social gathering on your patio with a few old friends, or prepping for a giant birthday bash with a hundred people, Village Catering can help you get started. Village Catering takes pride in helping our customers find just the right touch…

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Five Famous Philly Foods

Over the years, Philadelphia has had a large population of immigrants, contributing to a wide mixture of tastes to cater to. Many kinds of food were made famous in or near Philadelphia that maintain significant bonds with the city. At Village Catering, exceptional caterers in Philadelphia, you can get a taste of some of the city’s finest. Here are five of the most prominent foods in the City of Brotherly Love. Cheesesteak Easily the food that is most associated with Philly is the cheesesteak. It is a sandwich made with sliced beef, melted cheese and onions on an Italian roll….

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Etiquette For A Funeral Luncheon

A death in the family or of another loved is always a difficult time. The wake, funeral proceedings, and other ceremonies are sad affairs. Because a majority of funerals take place in the morning, it’s routine for the deceased’s family to host an informal luncheon afterward, which is a more pleasant way to end the day. Guests can share their grief while enjoying a meal, and one another’s company as they go through this tough time together. Here are some tips on etiquette when attending a funeral luncheon. Show respect An informal gathering where food is served is obviously more…

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How to Accommodate Guests with Food Restrictions and Allergies

Planning a wedding can be a lot of work, even if you have your own wedding planner. Budgeting, making a guest list, finding the perfect venue on the desired date, the list goes on and on. On top of everything, it’s become increasingly popular when selecting a food menu to cater to guests with food restrictions and allergies. This can be particularly challenging if the venue you’ve chosen doesn’t have a large food selection. At Village Catering, we excel at creating customized and specialty menus, especially if the bride and groom will have guests with food allergies or restrictions. We…

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3 Life Hacks for Busy People

At Village Catering, we want our customers to have access to fresh and unique menu items at the click of a button. Now more than ever convenience is key. If a customer cannot conveniently obtain our services, well, we wouldn’t still be in business after over 30 years. We know that life is busy. There are meetings, appointments, kid’s activities, fitness goals to reach, and this leaves little to no time for proper meal planning. Village Catering is there for you with box lunch delivery in the Philadelphia, PA, area and its surrounding communities. Our box lunches are completely customizable,…

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3 Popular Food Shows (That You Should Watch)

Winter is a time for watching the snow fall, reflecting on life, and eating good food. But, do you know what else winter is a time for? Food shows on TV! While you’re cooped up inside, starting to get cabin fever, then we say – take full advantage of sitting on the couch under a blanket, drinking hot chocolate, and watching these popular shows. At Village Catering, we offer catering services in Philadelphia, PA, as well as other local areas, and we’re all about food, food, and more food. When we’re not cooking, baking, delivering and serving food to our…

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4 DIY Tips for Thrifty Brides

Weddings can be astronomically expensive, but not every bride is willing to use her life savings to pay for her special day. That being said, it’s still possible to have an awesome wedding while working within a tighter budget. After selecting your wedding caterer in Philly, there’s still plenty more work to do. Here are some things that you can do yourself to save money and add personal flair to your wedding. Wholesale flowers – From bouquets to boutonnieres to centerpieces, flowers can quickly take a big chunk out of your wedding budget. If you’re just a little bit artistically…

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What’s in a Name? The Origin Story of Philly’s Beloved Sandwich

While it may have many names across the nation, in Philadelphia, we love our hoagies. (And let’s face it — we make them better.) For Italian food caterers in Philadelphia, it’s an oft-requested staple for almost any type of function. Any way you slice it, hoagies are traditionally served cold on an Italian roll filled with various meats and cheeses, then topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, and finished with oil, vinegar, and oregano. Surprisingly, it is difficult to pin down exactly when the hoagie first came into existence, and there are numerous stories of its origin that are completely…

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Navigating the Hurdles of Baby Shower Etiquette to Throw a Perfect Party

The birth of a child is always an exciting time for the parents-to-be. It’s an honor to be tasked with planning the shower in anticipation of the arrival of the newborn — but what if you’ve never even been to a baby shower, and you have no idea where to start? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ll discuss the basics that you need to know to give your friend, sister, coworker, or cousin the perfect baby shower. Before you start anything, talk to the guest of honor. Unless you’re planning the party as a surprise, it’s…

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