| Whatever venue or location you chose for the | | | | clearing up afterwards. This frees up the hosts to |
| post-funeral gathering, calling in funeral caterers | | | | concentrate on the conversation of the guests, |
| instead of organising the refreshments yourself, | | | | free from interruption. |
| makes so much sense. | | | | Professional Caterers – The Benefits |
| Even when you intend to host the gathering at | | | | The advantages of delegating the catering to |
| home, the advantages of handing over the time- | | | | professional caterers include: |
| and energy-consuming task to professional funeral | | | | ● Less stressful; |
| caterers are clear. | | | | ● Time saving when it matters; |
| The fact of the matter is that, on such sad | | | | ● Professional advice on the types of |
| occasions, the hosts will want to catch up with | | | | refreshments that will be well-received; |
| family and friends who probably haven't seen | | | | ● A catering package that is tailored to your |
| each other for years and focus on the significance | | | | requirements and budget; |
| of the event, rather than constantly having to | | | | ● Catering experts on hand to manage the |
| attend to the refreshments. After all, the purpose | | | | refreshments on your behalf; |
| of the gathering is to share fond memories of the | | | | ● No clearing up afterwards. |
| deceased, not to top up people's drinks and | | | | Alternative Funeral Catering Suggestion |
| replenish the food, etc. | | | | Another option and an alternative to the traditional |
| Doing the Funeral Catering Yourself | | | | buffet-style fare typically served at funeral |
| If you do decide to take on the funeral catering | | | | gatherings is that of a special gourmet, sit-down |
| yourself, we recommend that you keep it simple. | | | | meal, perhaps either at a favourite restaurant or |
| For example, a selection of nibbles, canapés and | | | | at home. |
| sandwiches or any finger foods that can be | | | | The menu could be selected, based on dishes that |
| prepared in advance is ideal. As for what drinks to | | | | were once enjoyed by the deceased. Such a |
| serve, a limited selection of non-alcoholic soft | | | | special meal could pay the ultimate tribute and |
| drinks and alcoholic beverages, as well as tea and | | | | provide a memorable celebration of the life of a |
| coffee are all that's required. | | | | loved one. Commissioning caterers to lay on a |
| Ask a friend or neighbour who is not attending | | | | banquet of this nature can prove most |
| the funeral to help out with the hosting and the | | | | comforting for the bereaved. |