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How to Plan For a Cocktail Party With a Caterer
Andrea Johnson
Having a full meal for every special event can be exhausting and may also be inconvenient for your guests when they might be attending other events and filling up on food. Instead of serving a full dinner, a better option might be to hire a caterer for a cocktail party.
Beverages
The beverages are the main event for a cocktail party. You will want to work with someone who can come up with a unique signature drink or two that are focal points of the cocktail party and guests can also enjoy white wine which is usually popular.
There are various ways you can serve your drinks. One is to have a full bar in which guests can have whichever drinks they want. Another option is to have a pitcher in which guests are free to pour whichever drinks they prefer.
Hors D'oeuvres
An important part of a cocktail party is the hors d'oeuvres. You will want to work with a caterer who will be able to provide you with a variety of flavors, textures, and presentations. You can serve whatever you want and you are not required to make sure that they match because guests will pick and choose what they want to eat. Skewers, olives, nuts, and high-quality sausages are always popular options for a cocktail party.
You can also set up a specialty station that serves food such as pizza so guests can enjoy themselves while waiting for other hors d'oeuvres to arrive. Make sure to include meatless options for vegetarians and that you avoid nuts and include options for those who cannot eat gluten. It's important to make sure that everyone has plenty to eat and that you do not run out of food so that your guests are not drinking alcohol on an empty stomach.
Your Meeting with the Caterer
The success of your cocktail party depends on how well your meeting with the caterer goes. You will need to sample the foods you will consider having served so you can make sure they meet your expectations. This not only includes how they taste but also how they look and how they will fit with the overall ambiance of your party.
Make sure to describe your event and the type of guests who will attend and the caterer may be able to give you advice on which menu items would fit your cocktail party the most. Contact companies like Louie's Bistro Catering to learn more.
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