The invitations have gone out, the décor selected, and the playlist queued up. Now comes one of the most important—and often most stressful—parts of hosting: deciding how much food and beverage to serve. Running out can feel like a misstep, and overbuying leaves you with an overstuffed refrigerator and unnecessary waste. Of course, the most […]
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Did you know there’s actually a difference between hors d’oeuvres and appetizers? While they’re often used interchangeably, technically hors d’oeuvres are bite-sized, savory foods served before a meal, such as nuts, crudités, fruit, and cheeses. Appetizers, on the other hand, are served at the table as a first course, meant to complement the main meal—think
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And the Most Extraordinary Party in the City New Orleans is a city that doesn’t do quiet countdowns. Instead, it bursts at the seams with riverfront fireworks, street-side brass bands, candlelit courtyards, and exclusive parties tucked into unique spaces where the energy feels like it’s been building all year just for December 31. Whether you’re
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Hosting at home has taken on a whole new life in recent years. More people are transforming their houses into stylish event spaces for milestone birthdays, holiday soirées, engagement parties, and other big celebrations. But while guest lists have grown, one thing hasn’t changed—no one wants to spend the entire evening stuck in the kitchen.
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We’re all guilty of it—snapping a quick pic of our plate before diving in. With millions of food photos posted daily, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook have become a foodie’s paradise, filled with culinary creations from around the globe. At Messina’s Catering and Events, we keep a close eye on what’s trending, from top food hashtags
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While the most essential ingredient to a great cocktail party is arguably the cocktails, we would argue that the food is a close second! And in New Orleans, we’re all about amazing food and an even better party! So, what kind of food is best suited for a cocktail party? Variety and Compact Size At
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If you’re looking for info about corndogs or chicken kabobs, you’ve come to the wrong blog. Here we focus on epicurean and artful foods to serve on a stick. Catering menu items on a skewer have become the ultimate go-to for pretty, easy small bites that are as pretty to assemble as they are fun
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When most of us think of a catered box lunch at an office or event, it conjures up images of a saran-wrapped sandwich paired with a bag of chips, a cookie, and maybe a little cup of pasta salad. While that version of a boxed lunch certainly feeds the need for nourishment, it’s not very
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“The theatre is beautiful, and I would say that it is the finest venue for opera in the metropolitan area. It is smaller than our usual theatres in America; it is, in fact, redolent of a European opera house. I was highly impressed.” Theater Critic, Brian Morgan, upon his first visit to the Jefferson Performing
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Corporate events are a great way to draw attention to your brand, focus on your company, and shine the spotlight on clients, employees, sponsors, and other professional peers. It’s also a great way to make new connections and solidify existing ones. The venue you choose plays a large part in your event’s overall success, so
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