Choosing the Perfect Wedding Buffet

Alyssa Stoner • February 9, 2024

Planning a wedding is exciting, but overwhelming. Why should the catering aspect of your big day stress you out? Apart from which appetizers you desire, or if you visualize a more casual buffet-style that incorporates well with a Florida luau theme, a professional caterer will make it as easy on you as possible.


From the tasty starters to the sweet desserts, prioritize what you like, but keep your guests in mind. Don’t hesitate to include items that contain fresh ingredients like cilantro or blue cheese if you love the taste. Buffets will present different food items in relation to the specific theme, so variety is always an option. A reception buffet can range from American BBQ to Italian cuisines. You can feature more exotic hors d’oeuvres during the cocktail hour, as well as simpler finger foods (i.e. Swedish Meatballs) that your guests can pass around and share.

 

New bride and grooms will over think every possible scenario when picking their buffet; especially if they know that there are a lot of guests with allergy restrictions or food preferences. You can make confident choices when you are familiar with what your guests will appreciate and enjoy eating. The best part about a catered buffet is that there will most likely be an ideal food item for each person –everything from Pork Loin with apple chutney to Chicken Alfredo.

 

When it doubt, consider the season. Since you live in Southwest Florida, seafood might be on the top of your list. The time of year when you pick your wedding date could influence your wedding colors, flowers and decor, and it will clearly manipulate the overall menu. Holidays and certain smells might persuade what you choose, as well. A spring wedding menu might compliment the fresh produce of the season, or even highlight conventional Easter dinner foods. Asparagus, fresh greens, strawberries and herbs can be integrated into both food and specialty drinks/cocktails for a refreshing and attractive spread. Also, a fall or winter wedding menu may fall towards warm, comfort food like creamy soups and hardy salads.



Lastly, let your wedding theme motivate you! Not every cater will present you with a buffet that primarily includes prime Steak and Truffles for dessert.  You might want to impress your family and friends, but when it comes down to it, perfectly savory BBQ Pork can be just as high-quality (if not better) than Steak. For example, a rustic wedding compliments more with classic ‘home-style’ dishes, while an elegant black tie wedding might include ‘classy’ dishes like Sea Bass or Prime Rib.  An excellent caterer will be able to skillfully guide you through the food and beverage process to put your mind at ease. They know what works and what doesn’t; they’ll have buffet items that tap into the tastes and flavors of your palette to keep things appealing. They will make sure your buffet is filled with food that is delicious, pleasurable and unforgettable to complete your special day!

 

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Catering Your Corporate Brunch Event

By Alyssa Stoner • February 16, 2024
You know what they say; breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Employment meetings and presentations tend to work out well if it’s arranged outside of the office and food is involved –of course. If you’re planning a casual business breakfast, a reliable catering business can help ensure a smooth corporate gathering for you and your guests. Whether you have a small staff, or a large group of people attending, scheduling it in the morning will guarantee the success because your employees are alert and eager to eat, and in many cases, it saves you money on the catering and venue costs. When you select a local venue that is designed to cater a business brunch –services included– you’ll want to book the time spot right away. A professional caterer will assist you while you relax and focus on the production at hand, rather than be anxious about the comfort of your attendees. Ask yourself, why choose breakfast food? Do I want a simple continental-style brunch or a buffet that has all the ‘rise and shine’ selections that appease to your crowd? Both are great and handy options. Although afternoon luncheons have been a staple for business meetings, seminars and presentations, setting up your event earlier in the day has its perks. When you catch your employees or management staff first thing in the morning, they will have fewer distractions and conflicts. Provide hot, freshly brewed coffee close by and they’ll be good to go! Also, they’ll be less likely to run late or find excuses to cancel at the last minute. If you’re still not convinced, you’ll have your audience at their clearest, sharpest mental state of the day. Even if a few aren’t morning people, you will provide incentive with a free breakfast and hot or cold beverages to sip on during the meeting. Consider setting up your event based on the duration of the meeting or presentation. If your event will be relatively short, you may want to serve the food first thing. Attendees can grab their plate and beverage and enjoy their breakfast at the table as you kick off your event. If the duration will be longer than 90 minutes, consider putting out coffee, tea, and juice upon arrival, and then plan a break halfway through for substantial food; for example, off the buffet filled with various fresh fruit, eggs, breakfast meats and pastries. This will provide sustenance for the first part of the program and give them a break, which helps hold their attention till the end. Lastly, a professional event caterer understands how to stage your food in a way that will keep your event moving along with minimal distractions, and perhaps even have a skilled coordinator help orchestrate it. Depending on the purpose of your event, you have the option to choose a full breakfast buffet with all the fixings or an easy continental breakfast spread. Remember, your brunch will be a ‘hit’ and your budget is closely understood and respectfully considered. www.jmcateringandeventservices.com/ (239)-908-7278 
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