
The Winter holiday period is a very busy time for everyone. But especially for professional catering companies. Family parties, work events and Winter weddings all need caterers to provide food and drink.
Yes, it’s only July and we’re talking about the big C already. But it is important that we do!
If you want to make sure that you get the best Christmas catering services for your event, then you need to think way in advance. Caterers get booked up even months before we’re needed because people want to ensure the menus and staffing are set for the big day.
We don’t want you to be left feeling out in the cold because you’ve left it too late. So, book now and avoid any Christmas catastrophes!
We’re going to leave you with some tips for avoiding any last-minute panic.
Choose The Event Date NOW!
This will give you the best chance of getting the date and time that you want with venues, entertainment services and caterers. You don’t want to have to pick and choose which of these are most essential, nor do people like sudden date changes.
Getting it all in the diary super early gives everyone plenty of time to plan. Not only this, but there can be certain dates in the later months that get snapped up. The first 2 weeks of December for example are always jam packed.
Christmas catering services especially are ones to watch out for. Not many people are brave enough to tackle the Turkeys or bespoke menus for hundreds of guests in-house. Outsourcing is the perfect way to relieve stress and ensure the food wows just as much as the event itself.
Plan The Menu
Your caterer will need to know what you want to serve at your event. This way, they can ensure that they have all the necessary ingredients and equipment.
Seasonal items often run low from October/November time onwards, so getting in quick will ensure you have your favourite meals ready to go as well as any dietary alternatives.
Vegetarians always end up with a bog-standard nut roast or something along those lines at big events. It’s an easy way out! Our bespoke Christmas catering services are probably as far from bog-standard as you’ll ever get.
We love to stick to seasonal favourites, but will always add our own twist to the menu. Ensuring you book us in now will mean you get the best opportunity to try something completely new this year and surprise your guests with a themed, wacky and gorgeous menu!
Fancy A Theme?
This may also help you decide on some different menu options. Christmas is a time for being over the top and going all out! So, if you want to do something different this year, get in touch with us now.
We can help you with every aspect of Christmas catering services to ensure it is exactly as you imagined. Whether you want a Caribbean beach Christmas party or a full-on Great Gatsby extravaganza, no job too out there for our amazing team!
Planning with plenty of time to spare will allow us to work with you and get a perfect grasp on what you’re wanting to achieve with this event. We can conjure up some incredible dishes or make something wonderful out of your own vision.
Either way, it is sure to be unlike any other catering job you’ve seen. It’s definitely a creative process, so booking in now with months to plan and prep will give us a great chance to communicate directly with you and other organisers and keep you in the loop for the main event.
That way, we can be sure everything will go off without a hitch.
Confirm Numbers
Your caterer needs to know how many people will be attending your event. This is so that we can make sure there is enough food and booze for everyone. Especially with a tailored menu, it’s important we order the ingredients and other elements at the right time and can place bulk orders early to confirm our delicious seasonal choices.
Dancing on an empty stomach is never fun and it can add unnecessary stress to the hosts and organisers who need to fix the issue last minute. Booking your Christmas catering services now ensures your requirements are locked in and you are forced to think about how many guests you’re expecting.
People might give you a funny look – receiving Christmas party invites in July – but trust us when we say they’ll thank you later!
Also, it starts the hype early. A lot of people desperately need something to look forward to right now and they’ll be more enthusiastic than closer to the time when they have a million other parties to attend and hundreds of things to organise.
While we are always aware some people may drop out down the line – having too much food has never been an issue. (Especially not when it looks like this!)
So book in now and get the main planning bits out the way. You can just enjoy the rest with peace of mind that your caterers are getting ready to impress!
Winter Events Are Our Specialty – So Get In Quick!
Whether you are planning a large company Christmas Party, a small intimate gathering with family and friends, or anything in between – our team will create a bespoke, memorable event with unique Christmas catering services tailored to your needs.
We love the season as much as you do and take great pride in our winter events. We understand how important it is to get everything just right, which is why booking early is essential!
But it’s not just food we specialise in…
From innovative event design and theming to styling and sourcing some incredible venues – we offer it all. With an all-inclusive management or planning service, it’s really important to book early.
Not only do we want to ensure the team has plenty of time to collaborate and sort out the hiring processes, but we want you to feel at ease with the journey too. Getting sorted way in advance allows us to communicate with our brilliant venues and ensure everyone who needs to be is in the loop from day 1.
So, to avoid disappointment, get in touch today to find out more about our Christmas catering services or management team and how we can help make your event extra special. We look forward to hearing from you!
What Is Included With Full Event Planning?
No matter what the occasion, we will work closely with you in order to create the perfect event for you and your employees or friends and family.
Our highly experienced team knows what it takes to put together a successful event that has good food, plenty of drinks and some fab entertainment to top off the night.
There are many aspects that need to be considered when putting together a Winter event – from Christmas catering services to decor, production and venues. We can help you set up the event wherever you choose to host it including hotels, private marquees or even garden parties in your own home.
Here are some of what will be included should you choose to include full event planning from Vanilla Bean:
- Venue sourcing and management
- Stationery design and guest communications
- Event concepts, design and venue plans
- Caterer collaboration, menu design, tasting coordination and consultation.
- Time management
- Artist booking and liaison
- Accommodation coordination and bookings
Our job is to really take the stress away from you and allow you to fully enjoy the outcome. It is what we love to do and we have a whole team ready and raring to go with professional contacts and years of experience.
How much easier could it get?
Because this takes a large team to coordinate and a number of services will be included, early organisation is essential. As we’ve already said – venues and entertainment gets booked out faster than the blink of an eye close to the holidays. The last thing we want is for you to have to make compromises.
Stress-free Christmas Catering Services
With that in mind, why not take this opportunity to give us a ring or fill in a contact form? We’ll get back to you within 24 hours and answer any questions you may have.
It’s not our first rodeo, so don’t worry if you’re not completely settled on everything that’s 6 months away! We’ll help you through everything and ensure you put on an event to impress.