by BoJames Gascoigne | Sep 30, 2017 | Blog, Corporate Catering Denver
If you stumbled upon this page, chances are you are in the process of planning your next big event. If this is your situation, you’re in luck. We already mentioned five of our favorite spots in our last blog, and with this post, we thought we would build upon the list and offer five more spots to hold your next corporate event.
And remember, if you have yet to book a catering company for your big day, look no further than Pour La France Catering! From breakfast to BBQ lunches to gourmet dinners, our first-rate catering menu has something for every event. Check out our full menu here.
Read on to learn about five of Denver’s best places to hold a corporate event.
1st Bank Center
Located in Broomfield, Colorado, this massive venue can hold up to 6,500 people, making it perfect for arena-sized events like concerts, performances, and sporting events. They offer flexible layout options, including an outdoor patio, as well as VIP suites, and they have smaller breakout rooms that are perfect for smaller events—between 50 to 520 guests. Learn more about the 1st Bank Center and their venue specifics here.
Clock Tower Events
Offering guests stunning, panoramic views of downtown Denver, this event space is a unique option for a group of up to 150 people. They are centrally located in the historic Clock Tower—known as Daniels and Fisher Tower—and they have five floors, which allows them to offer a wide array of event setups and layouts. Learn more about their corporate events here, and remember if you’ve yet to book some delicious catering, don’t hesitate to contact Denver’s go-to catering company, Pour La France!
Howl at the Moon
Whether you need two tables or the entire venue, Howl at the Moon is a great venue choice for a private or semi-private corporate party, night out, or social event. Their corporate-friendly, yet cheerful, environment provides a unique opportunity for your guests to relax, loosen up, and have a good time. Included in the booking is live music and ample space to dance and howl the night away. The maximum number of people is 375. Read more about their event options here, and check out this video to see their events in action.
Live@Jacks
Located in the heart of downtown Denver, this venue can transform from a live-music hot spot to an event space perfect for corporate parties, reunions, holiday gatherings, and much more. The site can hold up to 300 people and included with the rental of the venue is a well-equipped stage with a state-of-the-art sound system and lighting. Learn more about this venue here. You can also take a tour of the venue via this video.
Denver Field House Event Venue
Just 300 ft from Mile High Stadium, this event space has more than a great, central location. It also includes awesome panoramic views, a wrap-around bar, high ceilings, and a private parking lot. The 3,800 sq. ft open space can hold up to 317 people, making it perfect for weddings, meetings, reunions, and corporate social events. Click here to learn more. And since you’re so close to Mile High, what better catering choice than a Broncos Buffet Package?
If you are in the process of planning your big, upcoming event here in Denver, don’t forget to contact one of the best Denver catering services. We specialize in social and corporate catering and have an expansive menu that is sure to elevate every event. Start customizing your perfect menu today!
by BoJames Gascoigne | Sep 27, 2017 | Blog, Corporate Catering Denver
So it’s official. Your big event is going to take place. You’ve got the idea, the month, the theme, the guest list, but you still have yet to find the perfect location. If this sounds like your situation, don’t worry—we’re here to help. To assist you on your search, we have compiled this list of our favorites venues to host a private or corporate event in Denver.
And remember, if you have yet to book a catering company for your big day, look no further than Pour La France Catering! From breakfast to BBQ lunches to gourmet dinners, our first-rate catering menu has something for every event. Check out our full catering services here.
Read on to learn about five of our favorite Denver places to hold an event.
With 30 acres of picturesque natural beauty and spaces for both outdoor and indoor ceremonies, The Hudson Gardens and Event Center can accommodate nearly any event for guests of any age. In addition to having a large canopy and lush oval garden, they also have towering trees, picnic areas, walking trails, and abundant wildlife. They are open 365 days a year and can accommodate up to 175 guests. Click here for more information on availability, pricing, and other details.
Located just 15 minutes north of Denver and 20 minutes south of Boulder, the Butterfly Pavilion is a great option for those looking to add some adventure to their next event. With the rental of the space, you get access to an indoor tropical rainforest that is home to 1,600 butterflies, as well as plenty of space and opportunity to add a distinct and exotic feel to your event. Whether you’re planning a corporate event, birthday party, nonprofit gala, or wedding, their unique facility can cater to your needs. And as an added bonus, all proceeds support their mission of conserving threatened habitats around the world. Learn more here.
And if you want to truly elevate your event with some delectable hors-d’oeuvres or scrumptious hot buffet items, be sure to contact Pour La France! Catering today! Check out our full menu here!
With a tagline like “Your place to innovate,” it’s no surprise that this space is customizable and perfect for companies. Hosting mostly entrepreneurial events, this unique venue often functions as an alternative to a home office or a collaborative space for your staff. If you’d like to learn more or reserve your meeting space, click here
With patios that offer panoramic views of the Rockies and over 12,000 square feet of outdoor and indoor space, The Falls Event Center is well-equipped to host intimate gatherings and large corporate events, as well as weddings, baby showers, reunions, high school proms, and seemingly everything in between. Learn more here. And if you’re considering their Brunch With a View package, contact us for some delicious brunch options.
Perfect for private and corporate events, this 4,000 square foot facility is located in the Denver’s Art District. If you’re looking for a spot with a contemporary feel that is sure to impress lovers of art and modern architecture, look no further than the Space Gallery. The gallery can accommodate up to 300 guests. Learn more about the Space Gallery here. And if you need some sophisticated catering to complement the elegance of the space—perhaps some ceviche shooters and bacon wrapped water chestnuts—look no further than Pour La France! Catering.
As one of Denver’s top catering companies, we have the food to elevate your event. Start customizing your menu today!
by BoJames Gascoigne | Aug 18, 2017 | Corporate Catering
If you have a big corporate event coming up and you’ve been placed in charge of the planning, you may be feeling slightly stressed—which is completely normal. You are likely fretting over finding speakers, preparing topics, scheduling, securing equipment, and catering. If this is your case, and you are in the Denver area, let us start by saying, let us handle the food. With over 25 years of catering experience and a carefully-crafted menu, Pour La France! Catering is Denver’s go-to catering company. When you employ our catering service, you not only get exceptional food and service, but also a partner who is ready to make your event a success.
While it’s impossible to ensure with absolute confidence that your event will be a success, there are a number of things you can keep in mind to increase the likelihood that your event is engaging, useful, and memorable. Here are some useful tips to keep in mind, when planning your next corporate event.
Make it Exclusive
In the end, you want your guests to feel like they are a part of something special and that they are valued and taking part in something that will be of value to them. While it’s nice to be open and inclusive, allowing anyone to attend your event will naturally take away from its uniqueness and exclusivity. Creating an air of exclusivity is the perfect way to do this and to take your event from good to great. Ideas might include: only allowing direct members and their families to attend.
Let Your Guests Relax
Corporate events often have a very specific agenda. Because of this, event planners often become too ambitious and over schedule. While it’s important to make sure your event touches on everything you want, it’s just as important to allow your guests time to buffer in between sessions and to interact. Possible ideas for achieving this might include: shaving some time off speakers’ presentations, doing away with any frivolous speeches and activities, and offering several waves of delicious hors d’oeuvres and tasty snacks in between sessions.
Foster Networking
Most corporate events aren’t intended to be solely informational and educational. They are also designed to have a social component. It’s important to not forget this. When people are able to interact and gain real valuable connections, the more likely they are to value your event. Ways to foster networking may include: breaking out into small group sessions, arranging people based on interest, or finishing the event with something fun, delicious, and interactive, like a dessert nacho bar, a make your own s’mores bar, or an ice cream bar.
Hire a Great Catering Company
We know we’ve already mentioned it once, but it’s worth saying again—because it’s that important! Just as bad food can ruin an event, good food can elevate an event. When you hire an experienced and dedicated catering company, like Pour La France! Catering, you reduce stress, save time, and make a bold statement to your guests. Particularly, you make the statement that they are valued, resulting in happy, full, and satisfied attendees.
If you’re in the Denver area and stressing out about your big upcoming event, relax, keep these tips in mind, and leave the food up to us. When you hire a company that knows the ins and outs of corporate event catering—like we do—you gain a trusted partner who will go above and beyond to make your event a success.
From breakfast to BBQ to gourmet buffets, Pour La France! Catering has something for every event. Check out our wide variety of options and start customizing your perfect menu today!
