Time to plan your catered Corporate Event.

Most companies traditionally throw a holiday event in December where they fight for space at a banquet hall and ultimately are served a mediocre uncreative meal that no one remembers.

The catered corporate event should have a positive impact on the company hosting the party. It should be strategically planned to not only treat the employees for a “job well done” but to also include key customers and clients for a “thank you” they’ll remember.

As we move towards the half way point of the year, most company executives and business owners look to see what can be done in their operation to end the year in a more positive way. They look to improve sales from the previous year. At the halfway point, the third and fourth quarters become a “rally” time. There is a push to generate more business following the holiday trend of the retail business world.

A great idea for the corporate event is to plan now for early summer event. In planning and creating the corporate event, a company should set a goal to have fun while achieving a ROI, a return on investment. The goal is to motivate employees and stimulate new business by bonding with their existing valued prospects, customers and clients.

What kind of corporate event will keep the interest of all your guests? We’ve found that wine & beverage bars paired with a variety of accompanied foods at different stations creates an innovative affair. This type of party keeps the room flowing. Creating a corporate event that promotes interaction is quite important to obtain the ultimate goal. You can introduce a variety of foods that will appeal to everyone with themed tables that are paired with chilled wines, mohitos, daiquiris and of course, flavored iced teas & lemonades plus other interesting non-alcoholic drinks. Guests should find something that appeals to their own unique taste.

The corporate event wine and food station ideas from the
Chefs at The Cantering Caterer:

• Italian Pinot Grigio and California Sauvignon Blanc served with Orzo & Ricotta Cheese Salad, Endive Spears with Crab Mousse, Crostini with Olive Tapenade Cranberry sparkling water with lime.
• Assorted Zinfandels (semi-chilled) presented with Olive and Goat Cheese Tart, Orange and Watercress Salad with Champagne Vinegar served next to a perfectly Roasted Sliced Turkey with a Cranberry Orange Relish. Pomegranate Spritzers.
• Assorted Fine Sakes and Japanese “dry” beers served with Soy Glazed Ahi Tuna with Wasabi Crème Fraiche, Seaweed Salads and Japanese Noodle Bar comprised of Udon & Buckwheat noodles with an assortment of toppings including chilled crab, shrimp and maybe picked lobster. Chilled Sweet Green Teas.
• Assorted Beers to accompany assorted Grilled Brats and Wurts, the BEST Sirloin Burgers, Lemon Zest Bliss Potato Salad and Caraway White Slaw. Non-alcoholic Beers of course.
• Late Harvest Wines on a dessert table. A variety of Fresh Fruits & Sweet Treats coupled with different flavored iced coffees.

This represents just a fraction of the ideas that can be presented for an impacting corporate event. Hundreds of items can be selected from to create a customized menu that “fits” your company’s needs. Now is the time to plan and schedule your corporate event to make sure that every penny you invest in it will be returned in new business. Invite your employees, your clients and the team from The Cantering Caterer to your home (or other venue) for your summer corporate event. The “net net” will be a very positive bottom line for the end of the calendar year.

Posted by Chef Scott…

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