subject: Planning A An Event, Catering New York [print this page] If you have been given the job of planning a party, celebration or other event, you can use Catering New York principles in order to define and select the catering assistance you want for your event. Most caterers are able to provide some level of planning and designing the factors in your event, but you want one who has expertise in every part of the job you are anticipating.
The right catering choice will strongly affect the success of your function. A caterer for a large wedding rehearsal dinner will not necessarily be the right one to handle the details of a birthday party for your pre-school age child. Business lunches will be different in scope than a small intimate party for four couples. Check the suitability of the caterers you are considering by reviewing references and by a taste test.
If you like a particular type of food serving style, your caterer should be willing to follow your lead. You may want to ask a caterer to help you by suggesting some ideas about the food presentation style, but if you hate buffets, don't choose a caterer who specializes in this style.
When choosing a New York Catering, you may want one known for their ability to create Asian, Italian, German, Spanish, American or another type of cuisine. This is where taking the time to do a taste test on the caterer's food selections is important to the success of your event. Be specific with what you want and don't want.
Guests with allergies or those who may be diabetic can have special dietary needs. If you are able to accommodate guests with special diets, you will have proven to be a thoughtful and gracious host. Individuals with diabetes, or who need a low sodium diet, can be accommodated by careful planning. Providing vegetarian dishes is another good choice for making guests happy.
You will also want to spend time with the caterer to choose the appropriate layout. You should specify if you want a particular type of dinnerware, flatware, stemware or table decorations. This would also be a good time to make sure your color plan is coordinated. If your caterer is doing the decorations, you will want to verify that the preferences you express will be used in creating the displays for centerpieces and other parts of your theme and goals.
Usually, part of the bid the caterer will submit will specify the number of staff who will be needed to prepare and serve the food. The bid should be specific so you know how much decorations, food labor and other costs are to be charged. Don't forget to plan for the entertainment people or performers meals. You should let the caterer know whether these people will be eating with the dinner guests or whether separate meals should be served.
