The 4 different types of Catering you need to know about Catering
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We started as a two person operation mostly catering for our friends and families. These events were mainly birthday parties, engagement parties, christenings and other smaller occasions. It wasn’t long before we began to take on bigger jobs, and hired more staff. After several months, we were catering for events such as weddings, funerals and even formal corporate functions. Today, we’re an experienced team of 12 people, including gourmet chefs, professional waiting staff, and even a mixologist.
One of the biggest challenges is calculating the right amount of food and drink for an event. Food waste can be a problem in the catering industry so it’s crucial that caterers prepare properly to ensure everyone is fed while also minimising waste. This is normally easier to do for sit-down meals with structured courses, but can be a little trickier with party style food such as with buffets and canapés. However, with experience and the right preparation, you can achieve both full bellies and virtually empty bins. Especially if the food is delicious like ours always is!
For us, most of the hard work is done before the day of the event. From ordering only the best quality produce to ensuring all equipment is spotlessly clean, we put the hours in early. As the old adage goes, ‘if you fail to prepare, prepare to fail’. This includes ensuring that any guests with special dietary requirements are prepared for, all staff members are aware of the time schedule, and all food that can be prepared before the event is ready to go. Once that’s all taken care of, we can focus on providing delicious food and a professional service with a smile throughout the duration of the event.
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What an incredible experience I’ve encountered. From Day One Merary made sure to answer all of my questions and concerns. She was able to accommodate all of my food needs. Her communication was always positive and her attention to details makes her one of the best. Not only was the meal appeasing to the eye, it also pleased the stomach. I definitely will be utilizing this company for future events to come.
05 Feb 2025
I can’t say enough amazing things about the experience we had with Merary for our girls’ night! From the moment we hired her for both cocktails and food, everything exceeded our expectations. The cocktails were not only delicious but beautifully crafted, adding a fun and elevated touch to our evening. The food was absolutely incredible – every bite was bursting with flavor, and our guests couldn’t stop talking about it. Merary’s attention to detail, creativity, and professionalism truly made the night unforgettable. It was the perfect addition to our event, and I can’t wait to work with her again! Highly recommend!
05 Feb 2025
I hired Merary for a private dinner, and it was worth every penny from the appetizers to the dessert, each course was flawless. It felt like dining at a five star restaurant in my own home.
05 Feb 2025
