The general public knows Mardi Gras Day as a day of big parades. But there’s more to the entire Mardi Gras Season which lasts for weeks leading up to Mardi Gras Day. Many Krewes host grand Mardi Gras Balls, which are often private, VIP events where Kings and Queens are coronated, debutantes are formerly introduced […]
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Of course, we all expect exceptional food and drink at any catered event. But what if how it’s served is just as important as what’s being offered? In 2022, we’ll see more catering menus come to life with interactive experiences that elevate the overall guest experience. The goal is to make the preparation and service
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A highly civilized ritual established in Britain in the early 1804’s, afternoon tea was more than just a way to stave off hunger before an evening meal, it was a celebration of elegance and sophistication. Initially developed as a private event for ladies climbing the societal ladder, Queen Victoria elevated it to a more formal
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It’s no wonder that some of America’s most unique wedding venues can be found in one of its most colorful cities–New Orleans. A city at the edge of a rich river delta with a myriad of rivers, lakes, bays and bayous, water views are just a small part of the city’s alluring charm. With a
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The cocktail category is huge, and different cocktails serve a different purpose at social events. There are aperitifs that are served before a meal.There are cocktails meant for drinking with food. There are slow sippers meant as a night cap. Then there’s a whole other category of cocktails, called dessert drinks, that are rich and
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The childhood favorite for lunch is all grown up. Americans have graduated from tomato bisque to global soup flavors, and on many catering menus, the trend is to make soup the star of the show. For good reason. Soup’s versatility, unique flavor profiles, and fun serving options make it a natural item on catering menus.
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Anyone with a big budget can throw a catered event with Wagyu beef, caviar, foie gras or lobster on the menu. An event like that is sure to turn heads! But what if you don’t have a budget that opulent? It certainly doesn’t mean you are relegated to budget caterers that serve rubber chicken. The
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Desserts are much more than just a way to end a meal and satisfy a sweet tooth. While sweets dominate when most people think of desserts…things are changing. The fastest growing ingredients on dessert menus is bacon. Yes, you read that right. Bacon is up 137% on dessert menus according to a report by Datassential.
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As we all know…charcuterie is all the rage. Artful charcuterie boards populate our Instagram feeds and show up at the top of restaurant menus. Cured meats, gourmet cheeses, toasted nuts, pickled veggies, and seasonal fruits all coexist as artwork together on a charcuterie board. It’s a feast for the eyes as well as the taste
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Lunches are fun, and often less formal social events than their dinner counterparts. Whether celebrating time with family and friends or a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, bridal or baby shower, lunch is in! “Let’s do lunch” has been a common business practice for decades in the working world whether it’s to woo
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