الخميس، 24 يوليو 2014

A Guide To Hiring Charlotte Caterers

By Paulette Mason


Foods and drinks are one of the main attractions in a party. Regardless of the event you are hosting in Charlotte, your guests will expect main courses, appetizers, side dishes, desserts and drinks like sodas, coffee and aperitifs to complement the food. It is not easy to plan a menu for a large party or event. You need to select foods and drinks that meet the tastes and preferences of all your guests. You can simplify the task of hosting an event by hiring Charlotte caterers.

After hiring a catering company, you will avoid the stress associated with planning the menu, decor and table settings of your event since the staff members of the firm will assist you. No matter where you want to hold the event, the catering company will ensure that your guests experience the best. You can be in a better position to choose the best caterer if you know the special requirements of your guests in advance.

Your first consideration should be to select the right menu. Event caterers usually offer a range of preset menus that are suitable for various kinds of events. For instance, finger buffet menus usually consist of sandwiches, salads, small pies, sausage rolls, pastries, dips and Canapes. Fork and knife buffets on the other hand consist of more complete meals. It is a good idea to ensure that vegetarian options are available.

Hiring a catering company is just like hiring a firm that offers certain services. You should be ready to ask the company to clarify anything you are concerned about and have ready answers for the questions they will ask you. It is advisable to interview three or more caterers. Hiring a full service catering company is wise if you want to be provided with foods, dishware, drinks, decorating services and linens.

As you discuss the budget, you should ask the caterer to inform you how much it will cost you to host the event per person. This estimate will mainly depend on the kind of food you want to serve. If you find a firm that is able to provide you with several options that suit you budget, you can proceed to ask for references and a chance to taste the food.

It is also advisable to provide the catering service provider with necessary information about your event. This can include the reason why you are holding the event, the venue, the number of guests you are expecting and any special requirements such as having a selection of vegetarian and gluten free foods. Let the caterer know about the kind of services you need in your event.

You can also ask the catering firm what kind of foods can work best for your event. Find out if the firm serves specialties like rustic, ethnic or comfort food. Most reputable catering firms in Charlotte have a busy schedule and it is therefore wise to notify them about your intent to use their services well in advance.

As you look for a caterer, it is wise to interview even the newer and smaller firms. Such companies do all they can to ensure that an event is successful in order to attract new clients. It is good to visit the caterer yourself so that you can gauge the kind of services the firm offers.




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