SIMPLE TIPS FOR HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING!

Catering offers a level of intimacy that clients find particularly appealing, especially during the holiday season! Whether you are planning a company party for 200 or a more intimate gathering at your home, a few simple planning tips to discuss with your Event Planner will make your celebration more enjoyable by all.

Food

A traditional dinner buffet will always be more cost effective; and it is easier to prepare and to serve. The buffet also allows your guests choices of what they want; and allows them to take the portions they are comfortable with.

Heavy hors d'oeuvres can replace a light dinner or can be served before your dinner. Made From Scratch has delicious hot selections including a variety of homemade Meatballs, Hot Crab Au Gratin, Chicken Tikka Masala, Beef Tenderloin skewers; and miniature Quiche. Some of our more popular chilled selections include: our Smoked Gouda Log, fresh Fruit and Cheese platters, Shrimp Cocktail Shooters; and a delicious homemade Hummus trio.

Desserts are everyone's favorite! Made From Scratch offers a variety of freshly made homemade goodness including: Iced Sugar Cookies, miniature and full-size Cheesecakes, Pies, Brownies; and Tiramisu. Having a dessert buffet offers a variety to your guests and allows them to "sample" various flavors.

Beverages are also an important element of every holiday celebration. Why settle for just Coffee when you can have a gourmet Coffee Station? Why settle for Beer and Wine when you can offer your guests a signature drink? Made From Scratch will help you create the perfect specialty drink!

Decor

Part of creating that perfect holiday event is to create a focal point within your room. Perhaps it could be a fireplace, a Christmas tree, buffet table, gift table, food station, or a dessert station. Made From Scratch can create that perfect focal point for you while supplying all tables and chairs for your guests to sit down and enjoy the festivities.

The aroma of the delicious food served by Made From Scratch will entice all your guests. However, to enlighten the senses and give that extra holiday feel, we can also provide scented candles, fresh cut pine greens or potpourri of cinnamon, cloves and orange slices.

Try to stay with one theme and style when preparing your event. Although many enjoy the multi-colored lights, white lights can be used with any color scheme or theme you select. Blue and white can create a winter wonderland effect; while rich reds and browns can be combined with warmer more "old fashioned" or traditional schemes. Our talented Event Consultants can guide you in the right direction.

Just remember, the holidays are a time to be with friends, family and loved ones. Let Made From Scratch help create a new tradition.