If you’re a hiring manager or HR specialist at a successful business, what do you look for in a new team member? The answer probably depends on the nature of your business – but there are also universal qualities that business people generally look for and appreciate. Professionalism, punctuality, and strong work ethic are three … Read more
With Christmas and the New Year right around the corner, last-minute event planning has reached a fever pitch. If you’re one of the many people who find themselves in charge of planning a holiday event – whether it’s an event for friends, family or colleagues – you might be wondering just what direction to go. … Read more
When you organize a catered event for the first time – whether it’s an extended family get-together of 50 people or a full-fledged wedding reception of several hundred – you’re faced with a lot of questions. What’s the best way to go about choosing a menu? How can you make sure there’s something for everyone, … Read more
Winter is traditionally seen as a time when everything slows down, and people are less active. This may be true in a generally sense, but let’s be honest – the winter months can actually be some of the most busy and hectic of the entire year. When it comes to events, parties and professional catering, … Read more
Have you ever attended a professionally-catered pig roast? Maybe you’ve even organized such an event at some point in the past. It’s a hugely popular catering option, and this will continue to be true for a long time. Part of the appeal of a good pig roast is the festive atmosphere it creates. People love … Read more
The summer is already a thing of the past, and people are looking ahead to Autumn (and, of course, what comes after that). But the Autumn months are some of the most beautiful, and although it’s a busy time for a lot of people with school and work obligations, there are still a lot of … Read more
One of the great things about living in the information age is that we have so many opportunities to raise the bar on things that matter most – like food. In this day and age, we know more about food than ever before. That’s true not only in terms of preparing great cuisine, but also … Read more
When you think back to the catered events you’ve attended in the past, one or two of them might stand out in your memory. Hopefully this is for good reasons and not negative ones. When you think of the best catered events you’ve attended, what comes to mind? For many people “action stations” is part … Read more
But if the success of your corporate catered event begins with finding the right caterer, how do you proceed? There are a lot of caterers out there, and most of them will be happy to sign a contract. But which caterer will truly elevate the quality of your corporate and leave every guest with lasting, … Read more
So you’ve been planning your big (or small) event for some time, and the day has finally arrived. You and your caterer have put a lot of thought into the appetizers, the entrees, the beverages – but how much thought did you put into dessert? For some people, it’s an afterthought. Some of your guests … Read more