Tips for Planning a Successful Catered Event
Jun 20, 2023

Trying to plan a successful catered event? Consider the tips below.

Choosing the Right Caterer

They should be a breath of fresh air when ironing out the other aspects of the event. The ones who have their own team of logistics, spectacular time management and a unique spread that covers dietary requirements, appropriate portions, and quality service that stands a good reputation with previous experience and qualifications to rely on them for the next event.


If you're reading this, you might as well order from us since we offer breakfast, lunch, as well as morning and afternoon tea from our most popular categories consisting of cold and hot finger food, desserts, and even healthier options, including salads and sandwiches made fresh to order.


Considering Event Logistics

When considering how food enhances an experience, delivery and execution, it plays hand-in-hand in determining optimum success for both the event and the efficiency of the service. Taking into account the available facilities and the distribution of dishes while abiding by safety practices, guest flow, and dietary restrictions portrays a sense of professionalism between the catering team and other stakeholders involved through timely and coordinated scheduling effectiveness.


St Laurent Catering takes into account various dietary requirements as well as picky eaters by catering for dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian and low gluten for any time of the day.


Planning for Mishaps

Always being prepared for any scenario while keeping it cool signifies how hard the backend works by factoring malfunctions or unexpected problems by adjusting last minute and avoiding reaching a panic state. This requires the consideration of weather, backup equipment, and avoiding a surplus of food, all while having attentive and prepared staff that can multitask.


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Breakfast foods have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many restaurants offering an ALL DAY BREAKFAST option. Why not elevate your next event by embracing the ever-growing breakfast trend! Delight your guests with a diverse selection of sweet and savoury morning classics, including delectable pastries, bacon and egg rolls, healthy fruit and yoghurt bowls, and refreshing beverages, like freshly squeezed juices, aromatic coffee, and soothing tea.
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Consider Dietary Requirements Respecting guests' food preferences creates an inclusive environment and understanding of allergies, intolerances as well as religious dietary considerations to choose the best catering option. Separation of the food array best allows guests to eat freely without fear of food contamination and limiting meal options. Consider using fresh product based on seasonality to ensure strong flavours and high-quality dishes. St Laurent offers a plethora of catering options that take into account vegan , vegetarian , dairy-free and low-gluten eaters without sacrificing delicious flavours. Choose which Convenience Best Compliments the Event Creating the perfect event involves curating the perfect menu to go along with it. Avoid larger meals and opt for finger foods when kids make up a large part of the guest list. In contrast, the buffet style is a hit amongst corporate parties for people to take what they need and avoid food wastage. Networking events tend to cater for mess-free options like arancini balls, our Finger Sandwiches and fried appetisers by avoiding soupy dumplings and frosted cupcakes.
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Grazing Platters and Charcuterie Boards These somehow have never lost their opportunity to popularise events due to their aesthetically pleasing setup and convenience for guests to snack whenever without getting too full. The assortment of cheese, crackers, and meat provides a luxurious and interactive experience accompanied by a variety of condiments, nuts and fresh fruits to enhance the flavour combinations. St Laurent offers a variety of grazing platters that caters to many dietary requirements, like the Artisan Antipasto Platter .
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Some of us eat with our eyes and with a good spread will only be a good experience. Design and layout, structure and flow can turn an average experience into a luxurious buffet-level affair. Levels on Levels Implementing something as simple as decorations organises food displays while optimising the use of limited space without having an overwhelming amount of food. The use of cake tables and platters to store baked goods gives height and dimensions, as well as vases full of flowers to give more life to the selection or even labelling the items with decorative cards for guests with dietary requirements ranging from vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and low gluten. Additionally, including miniature-themed toppers to create appeal and differentiate between eating styles. In turn, guests can navigate the food offers efficiently and reduce congestion at the serving table through a visually enhancing experience.
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