When you ask most people what they remember about any given event, there’s a good chance they’ll mention the food. People come together to celebrate over a meal, cocktails, and appetizers.
Making sure that you’re providing the best food experience possible at your event is very important; from the finest ingredients to the dishes that will appeal to a huge number of people. However, it can also be incredibly stressful. But it doesn’t have to be.
We have three Toronto event-catering ideas we think you’ll love, and we highly recommend any of these ideas at your next event.
1. Themed Event
Having a unified party theme for your event is always a great idea. While it might mean some more planning on your part, the extra effort you’ll put in will more than pay off. Themes have a great way of unifying an event, so that instead of a jumble of different experiences, the party feels more consistent and organized around a central idea.
Serving food that mirrors the theme is a wonderful touch, especially if your theme allows for interesting and unique food options. The theme can be represented in the food in different ways. On the one hand, if you’re event has a regional theme you can serve dishes from that specific region. You could also signify the theme through the presentation of the food. Creative presentation has a way of making everything seem fancier and more appealing; incorporating the theme into the presentation is a great way to amplify the benefits of creative presentation. Your Toronto event catering company can work with you to strengthen the theme at your event, as well as to make sure that the presentation of the food is at its very best.
2. Interactive Stations
Interactive food stations have a whole host of benefits that make them worth considering for your next Toronto event catering experience. Interactive food stations can be positioned in different areas throughout the event space, breaking up congestionand giving guests an opportunity to do more mingling. We’ve all had the experience of waiting a long time for food at an event and it can sap the fun out of the experience.
Interactive food stations also provide their own form of entertainment.Instead of the lull that can occur in between cocktails and dancing when guests usually sit and eat,interactive food stations can make the act of eating a bit more interesting. An interactive food station can be anything from a live chef preparing meals for guests to a station where attendees are encouraged to participate in making their own food, from decorating cupcakes to dipping fruit under a chocolate fountain.
3. Food & Alcohol Pairings
Having suggestions for alcohols to accompany the food at your event is a great way of making sure that everyone gets the most out of their experience. The right glass of wine or cocktail can complement the meal, making it more memorable for the guest. Food and alcohol pairings also feel really elegant and luxurious; it shows that you’ve taken the time to ensure that everything tastes great together. Your guests may find a new favorite pairing that will make them remember your party each time they enjoy it again.
Toronto event catering companies can help you determine which foods work best with which drinks; they’re equally invested in finding pairings that makes their foods taste great. Another option you might want to consider is working with a mixologist to come up with a signature drink that can be paired with the dishes. A signature drink stands out for its distinctiveness from the regular drinks. Guests will find the personal, unique touches you make especially memorable.
