Fall is also a lovely middle ground between summer and winter. This translates to “not too hot and not too cold”, and this, coupled with the vibrant colours and the somewhat predictable weather, makes for the ideal season for all sorts of outdoor events ranging from weddings to office hangouts and, of course, picnics. This means it’s usually packed with people demanding one service or another. Hence, the need for you to plan ahead when it comes to catering before fall arrives, so you don’t end up being short on caterers when the time comes.
Book Ahead
When fall fully arrives, it’s going to be hard to get caterers and event planners with free time on their hands. The ones available will charge you more, and there could even be the possibility of a delay. It’s this reason why it’s a good idea to plan and book a catering service ahead of time. This will hopefully give you enough wiggle room in case of any schedule change or delay.
Embrace Autumn Dishes
Make the most of the season and embrace all kinds of autumn cuisine. Fall is a season meant for many an explosion of flavours. Dishes like Fettuccine Alfredo, Butternut Squash soup, Grilled Sandwiches and some Pecan Pie. If you set your menu with any of these, then your fall outdoor party will surely rock.
Use Fresh Ingredients
A tip to keep in mind when preparing any of the above dishes is to always use fresh ingredients, as they will make all the difference in the world. It also provides that fresh feeling and a little homy too, particularly when your guests hear that it was picked fresh from the garden.
Customise The Event Menu
With autumn outdoor events, you can go the extra mile to customise your menu. Give the dishes a spin with some fun additions to their names. These names can allude to the theme of the event, making it so much more unique. During Halloween, you can call a Grilled Cheese Sandwich a grilled heart Sandwich, and the only change would be that the sandwich was cut to look like a heart.
Align The Servers’ Dress Code With the Theme
You can also dress up your servers in event-themed clothes to increase the immersion. These dress codes could be Halloween themed, Thanksgiving themed or themed according to your wedding or anniversary.
Wine Is A Must
Yes, wine is a must-serve for autumn gatherings. Serve some wine around with a plate of cheese for the guest to rinse their mouths while they get together with friends, family and colleagues to discuss in the background of some relaxing music. You can’t end any outdoor autumn event without providing some cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks for the kids, like cranberry juice.
Viga Catering is Here to Help You Cater Your Events
You also must be mindful of dietary restrictions for your guests, so use Viga Catering for your fall events. They create unique, culturally aware dishes. Contact Viga Catering today at 617-482-1112.