CATERING

Catering is one of the most
important ingredients for the
planning of some
common events. Preparing the
delicious delicacies that make an
event special
is the domain of the event caterer.
Armed with specialty dishes,
culinary
delights and dietary alternatives,
the many food options the caterer
offers
can entice, inspire and satisfy
event guests, making it a central
focus of
event activities. Caterers typically
offer a signature selection of hors
d'oeuvres, salads and entrees,
desserts and beverages.
Caterers can be individuals, small
businesses, or chefs associated
with a
hotel or restaurant. Many hotel
venues offer in-house catering
services, or
may suggest a proven and
responsible catering service with
whom they have
enjoyed a professional
relationship. Caterers typically
provide the serving
dishes for a buffet, such as chafing
dishes, warming trays, serving
utensils
and beverages, such as tea and
coffee. Artistic chefs may also
offer
hand-carved ice sculptures as the
focal point of a special table, and
some
supply tableware with
accompanying flatware to provide
the greatest culinary
impact.