No event can be called a success without great food on the tables. Every organizer must pay attention to the meals available for the guests. This doesn’t mean you have to splurge a fortune to achieve the best results. Just find a good caterer that makes delicious dishes then find ways to cut down on costs. Here are a few ideas on how to lower all catering menu prices:
Study the Quotes
Round up at least three options. Send them the details of the event including the number of expected guests, the preferred types of food, and other pertinent information. Wait for them to submit a quote regarding their packages to see which ones are able to offer reasonable costs. Just be sure to go beyond the stated amount in your deliberations. The figure might be low but that may be due to all the corners that were cut to achieve it. Decide whether the contents of the package are sufficient for the event. Some items may be optional while others are must-haves.
Hire External Providers
There are certain places which, when rented out, allow only their in-house caterers to serve the events that are held there. You will have limited options and be forced to work with one of them. Perhaps some are quite good but their prices might not be at a level that is friendly to your pocket. It is often better to hire an external caterer because your options are endless. You can always find a few that fit your budget, whatever it may be.
Buffet or Sit-down Meal
Once you’ve settled on a service provider, you must turn your attention to the details of the catering. One of the biggest decisions you will need to make is whether you want a buffet-style dinner or a sit-down meal. Each of these has their own pros and cons. It’s not always easy to determine the more budget-friendly option. Buffets require less people on the catering team since guests will get the food themselves. On the other hand, they may get more portions and end up wasting a lot of the food.
Use Seasonal and Local Ingredients
Think about the meals that will be served during the occasion. You don’t have to go for fancy dishes just to impress the guess. What matters is that they will have satisfying meals. Talk with the caterer about the specifics of the food items. Find ways to incorporate local ingredients to reduce costs from importation.
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