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The Right One: How to Choose From All the Catering Companies in London

CaigerandCo • Jul 31, 2014

Delicious food can turn a humdrum event into a memorable feast. The main problem for event organisers is to choose from among all the excellent catering companies in London. To help with this, the Companies Catering website discusses how to choose the right caterer for your event, beginning with the food:

“Make sure that when you do contact a caterer, they provide you with a tasting. This is a useful way to gauge their food, and is especially important if you are looking for caterers for a large event (such as a wedding). However, bear in mind that the food you taste will be the very best they produce, and also that there is a difference in providing a small tasting and successfully catering for a large event with hundreds of guests!”

However, doing a taste test is just the beginning. Serving tasty food may be the main reason to hire a London caterer like Caiger And Co. Catering, but there are other things to consider. For one, you’ll need to ask the caterer how big an event they can handle, since some caterers service only small intimate events like cocktail parties or simply deliver the food without providing any additional services. Others may only do large functions like weddings and conferences and have the equipment and staff to serve the food to a large guest list. Don’t just take their word for it; ask how they handle events to determine if they can serve your needs.

Another thing to keep in mind is references. You’ll want a proven caterer with experience. Ask for direct referrals and not just a list of people; you’ll want to confirm the caterer’s claims. The time frame is also important; get one for an event that was as recent as a month ago. This ensures that the caterer is keeping up its standards.

Finally, there is the budget. Ask for a breakdown of expenses. It’s important to know what you’re paying for and ensure that you aren’t overpaying for anything. If you want to keep costs down, consider holding your event during the off-season or midweek; this helps lower the demand on a caterer and cut down on expenses.

(Source: Tips for Finding Caterers, Companies Catering)

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