| There are a number of events and celebrations | | | | has its advantages and disadvantages and the |
| that require the help of a caterer. They include | | | | host should be able to determine which one is the |
| weddings, victory parties, birthday parties, | | | | most appropriate to use. |
| campaign fundraisers, corporate events and other | | | | Any caterer that you hire will need a lot of space |
| get-togethers. Each occasion or event requires | | | | to work in, so make sure that the food |
| different preparations, different types of food | | | | preparation area is large enough to accommodate |
| and different types of decorations. A good | | | | the caterer and the staff. Also, make sure that |
| caterer can help you with all the preparation, plus | | | | the banquet area is large enough to |
| guarantee you a delicious menu that your guests | | | | accommodate the number of guests who will be |
| will not soon forget. | | | | attending the event. There is nothing worse than |
| Planning and hosting any major event is not a | | | | a crowded room, with tables that are too close |
| simple task because there are number of things | | | | and too many guests at each table. |
| that need to be considered to make the event | | | | Always sample a caterer's menu and make sure |
| run smoothly. One of the first things to consider | | | | that you get quotes based on the number of |
| is the type of food service that will be provided. | | | | people who are attending your event. This should |
| For example, do you want a sit down meal or is a | | | | include items like alcohol. Determine ahead of time |
| buffet more appropriate. If you opt for a sit | | | | if the bar will be "open" (free drinks) and whether |
| down meal, there are appetizers, salads, | | | | or not there will be wine bottles on each table. |
| entrées, and desserts to think about. A | | | | Keeping all these details straight with the caterer |
| buffet can offer a variety of choices arranged on | | | | will afford him or her the opportunity to realize |
| long tables, or you can choose to go with stations | | | | your expectations, as well as prevent any |
| where some of the food is prepared as a guest | | | | conflicts in the final bill. |
| waits (spaghetti dishes are a good example). Each | | | | |