Viva la vida local! Simply Elegant & the Local Food Movement
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
Your event planner is very aware of how significant the quality and presentation of food is to you and your guests. No matter the size of the occasion, the menu choices at your event are extremely important. At Simply Elegant we know that the rush of flavor and the aroma of really fresh ingredients make for a great dining experience. The fragrance of cilantro in a mango salsa, the crisp snap of a heritage tomato in a salad, or the mouth-watering complexity of a warm bison steak just off the grill; each of these delights comes from Simply Elegant’s commitment to bring local food to your table i ..read more
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Napkin Folding
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
We at Simply Elegant know that an important part of ensuring that your event in Calgary (or anywhere else for that matter) is a success has to do with paying special attention to the details. Those small finishing touches can make a big difference. And that’s why this week, we’re going to look at napkin folding to make your catered event amazing. A perfectly set table is a small masterpiece. And a beautifully folded napkin adds an elegant finishing touch to a dining table. Napkin folding is also a perfect way to dress up your table without much extra cost! Cloth napkins make your guests feel t ..read more
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Should I Hire a Professional Caterer for my Seasonal Party?
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
You have finally decided to throw that Big Holiday Bash! There are a million decisions that need to be made, and deciding whether or not to hire a professional catering service is tops on your list. You also have to select a date, determine a budget, decide upon the perfect location, carefully choose the guest list, settle on a motif, plan the decorations, decide on the choice of music…the list is endless. But the most critical factor to the seasonal preparation and planning of a successful party most often rests on the choice and selection of the food and drink. Are you going to attempt this ..read more
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Office Christmas Party Food
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
At the heart of any successful company or office Christmas party is great food and drink. Usually the hardest part of planning a party is what to serve. Some parties feature appetizers, some offer full sit-down meals, and others will have a buffet that could include separate stations for each food type i.e. a salad, meat, seafood or dessert stations. Check our sample of event menus here. Planning to decorate your home this Christmas? Make sure you check our post on the latest trends in Christmas decor. Keep in mind that the time of day your party is planned for will directly affect the ..read more
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5 Rules to Rock your Corporate Catering
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
Those in charge of organizing and planning lunch and breakfast catering services know that it’s tough to keep things fresh and unique time after time. However, with the company relying on you to make events run seamlessly, it’s useful to keep up with new corporate catering trends and tips. Fortunately, this year offers some ideas that will put a refreshing spin on any corporate even. Types of Corporate Catering Before anything else, it’s necessary to determine what kind of corporate catering services you’ll need. This will depend on the number of guests as well as the type and locati ..read more
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Considerations for Successful Corporate Catering
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
From a simple deli sandwich to an executive boxed lunch; a hot breakfast to a buffet lunch for large training sessions – corporate catering requires careful planning. Understanding your guest demographics and meeting time frame will help direct the menu choices and food portioning. Simply Elegant customizes menus to give your guests the ultimate in variety and remember to be sensitive to food allergies, ethnic and religious considerations. Budget conscious companies can enjoy our money saving meals utilizing our Weekly Specials. Choose a catering company that takes the time to listen to y ..read more
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Choosing Your Catering Menu by Event Type
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
When hiring a catering service in Calgary, it is important to understand the distinction between the various types of catering menu available. Basically, the menu that you choose has to coincide with the type of event that you need catered. There are so many different reasons to hire a caterer, like for business events (lunch and breakfast catering), birthday parties, weddings, anniversaries, home model showcases and more. The type of catering menu that you select should resemble the theme of your event in some way. Corporate Catering If it is a corporate event catering, then your menu sh ..read more
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Choosing the Best Caterer for Your Event
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
There may be no other choice that is more influential to a successful party than that of the perfect caterer for the event. Therefore, careful research and interviewing techniques should be used before making the final selection of any professional catering services. Choose “facts” over “feelings” when assessing the abilities of the candidates for your fabulous party. There are many options of professional services at your disposal. Some of the best caterers may be individuals, others may be larger organizations. But no matter which type that you choose, all are legally required to utilize a l ..read more
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Setting the Food Mood with Catering at Events
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
The catering you serve says a lot about you, about your company and how you feel about your guests.  What you serve and how you serve it is setting a mood. So how can you ”food mood” to set the stage for your event’s success, be it breakfast or lunch catering? Know your guests. Are they predominantly male, female or mixed? Are they of a certain age, income  bracket, or culture?  Do they work together at a job or share a profession? The more you know about them, the more you can predict what foods they’re going to enjoy. Pinwheel sushi may be lost on oil rig workers and a side of ..read more
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Planning the Food for Holiday Office Party
Simply Elegant | Catering Blog
by alexz
3y ago
Your holiday office party planning starts with great food and drink.  Usually the hardest part of planning a party is what to serve.  Some parties feature appetizers, some offer full sit-down meals, and others will have a buffet that could include separate stations for each food type i.e. a salad, meat, seafood or dessert stations. While you’re in the office party planning stage, keep in mind that the time you schedule your party for  will directly affect the type of service and quantity of food required and staff expectations.  But…the most important factor that will ..read more
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