Dishin’ Out The Scoop - Industry Information
Buy or Borrow: Providing Linens at Events
To buy or to borrow, that is the question. Well, more like “to be or not to be,” but we’re sure Shakespeare won’t mind that we tweaked it a bit. So, to buy or to borrow, linens that is. Many people will assume that linens are provided by either their venue or by their caterer. …
Read MoreReviewing Your Reviews
Have you ever had a memorable experience at a restaurant that you just raved about to your friends? The food was the best thing you ever ate, the servers were so gracious, and they even brought you dessert on the house because they overheard it was your anniversary? Do you go home and write them …
Read MoreRemarketing Your Catering Business
Have you ever looked at a pair of shoes at an online retailer? Maybe you decided you wanted to try them on in the store so you didn’t purchase them online. Then you moved on to Facebook and oh, there are those shoes you were just viewing. What a coincidence. Then you go to check …
Read MoreCatering to Kids Part 1: Feeding Kids at Grown-up Events
Catering to kids can be tricky – feeding kids at grown-up events can be even trickier. How do you please the adults without pandering to the children? Or do you give in and serve them chicken fingers and French fries while the adults have grilled salmon? Do children have a different sense of taste than …
Read MoreMeltdown Management in Catering
Large events can be stressful, especially for those who are not used the hustle and bustle. High stress levels can result in meltdowns, from your staff or from the client. What do you do when your employees or clients seem to be having a breakdown in the middle of the event? This seems to be …
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