Yes, with proper planning. Temporary kitchens, adapted service formats and careful logistics can deliver high-quality catering in offices, marquees and unconventional spaces without compromising the experience.
Detailed enough to guide real delivery. It should include service windows, setup and reset times, and buffers for delays, not just headline moments like speeches or presentations.
Treating elements in isolation. Venue, catering, AV and timelines all affect one another – when they’re planned separately, pressure points emerge on the day.
Capture dietary and allergen information at RSVP stage and share it with your caterer well in advance. Clear labelling and thoughtful menu design on the day help ensure inclusivity without drawing attention to restrictions.
Catering should be discussed early, once objectives and a provisional agenda are in place. Early planning allows food and service to be designed around timings, guest flow and dietary needs, rather than squeezed in later.
When you plan a corporate event depends on scale and complexity depends on scale and complexity, but most corporate events benefit from planning at least three to six months ahead. Larger conferences or multi-supplier events may require longer lead times, particularly when venues and catering availability are critical.
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