by BoJames Gascoigne | Dec 1, 2017 | Catering Denver
In our last post, we talked about some of the ways you can improve your holiday party. In today’s blog, we are going to pick up right where we left off—if you have yet to read our last post, be sure to go back and do so (it has some good and potentially inspirational suggestions).
With over 25 years of catering experience, we have earned a reputation for being Denver’s go-to catering company. From dessert catering to full buffet catering, we have the experience and menu to handle all your needs. Contact us today to book us for your holiday catering. Whether you are hosting a big corporate party or a small gathering, read on to learn about some tips for improving your event.
Holiday Foods
There’s a reason why food is essential to almost all of the major holidays—we all love food, especially food that accentuates the celebration or time of the year. When planning your Christmas event, keep this in mind, because just as spectacular food can turn an okay event into an extraordinary event, bad food can ruin an event regardless of all of the other successes.
The following are some great food ideas to take your party to the next level.
- Peppermint Brownies – Nothing gets the holiday spirit going like rich brownie layers sandwiching cool and creamy mint cheesecake and topped with mousse and pieces of peppermint. Schedule to have this holiday treat at your event.
- DIY Hot Chocolate Bar – This is a fun, versatile, and interactive holiday option that is sure to wow your guests. Hot chocolate bars—fully loaded with a range of toppings like chocolate chips, marshmallows, candy canes, crushed Oreos, and other delectable treats—are perfect for company holiday parties or intimate family gatherings.
- Gingerbread Decorating Station – There is perhaps nothing more emblematic of Christmas than making gingerbread men. Bring this tradition to your party. Setting up a station stocked with gingerbread men, icing, sprinkles, candies, and other sweets at your event will have your guests, regardless of their age, feeling like kids on Christmas Eve.
Need help picking the right foods? Let the best in Denver catering help! At Pour La France! Catering we have an extensive holiday menu perfect for nearly every occasion. From Christmas dinner items like a Rocky Mountain Prime Rib to classic holiday desserts like pecan pie, we offer a range of succulent items. View our full catering menu here.
Embrace the Giving
The holiday season often brings out the best in people. Oftentimes, it seems to be the time of the year when people are most inclined to acknowledge all of their blessings and give a little.Take advantage of this collective generosity and provide your guests with an opportunity to donate to a worthy cause. This might include setting out a collection box for a good local organization, hosting a silent auction, or devoting a portion of the day to volunteer together in your community. To get the most out of this, brainstorm some of the causes that you and your guests might have a connection to.
While it’s impossible to absolutely ensure that your event is a success, there are a number of things you can do to improve the likelihood that your Christmas party is fun, entertaining, and enjoyable. Keep this list in mind when planning your holiday party. With that said, also remember to not overthink it. You don’t have to throw an elaborate party to have a good time. By simply adding some personal touches, nice gestures, delicious food, and creative ideas you can create a fun and festive atmosphere.
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by BoJames Gascoigne | Nov 24, 2017 | Denver Catering
’Tis the season—well, it’s not quite the season. But it is the time to start thinking about the season if you are an event planner or the one responsible for coordinating this year’s holiday party. Depending on the size and the stakes, being at the helm of the decision-making process can be hard work. From food to decor to entertainment, planners have to get creative to find personal and new ways to wow their guests. It’s the type of undertaking that can leave you feeling stressed and overwhelmed, which is not how you should feel during the holiday season.
As a catering company with over 25 years of experience, we at Pour La France! Catering have done our fair share of holiday catering. From corporate events to private intimate gatherings, we have catered holiday parties that were spectacular and some that were…not so spectacular. In today’s blog, we want to pass on some tips to help ensure that your event is a huge success.
Don’t Procrastinate
Waiting until the last minute to take action almost always makes things more difficult and stressful. This same principle applies to planning an event.The best catering companies, entertainers, and venues are often not available at a moment’s notice. Because of their reputation for delivering excellent services, their calendars often fill up rather quickly. This means that if you want to hire companies with solid reputations to work your events, you can’t procrastinate.
Today’s the day to take the initiative! If you’ve yet to book your Christmas party caterers, this is a good place to start—contact us today to reserve some of the best catering Denver has to offer!
Get Creative
Creativity is the act of making new and original ideas a reality. Simple, right? Well, in theory, but in practice, it can be hard to be creative, especially when looking for new and entertaining event ideas. If you are having trouble coming up with some original holiday event ideas, turn to the Internet. It’s an infinite source of inspiration. There are millions of brilliant, yet simple, ideas that can elevate your event. Also, continue reading, and hopefully, some of our suggestions serve as a source of inspiration.
Include Holiday Games
The great thing about holiday parties is that typically, everyone wants to have fun. A surefire way to get everyone to embrace this urge to have fun is to incorporate some games into your gathering. Below are just a few ideas and activities to help you achieve this.
- Guess the Santa – Simple, fun, and a sure way to get some laughs, this game is an easy way to liven up your event. It works by getting someone at your party to agree to dress up like Santa and then have the other attendees guess who’s playing Santa.
- Ornament Guess – Have your guests guess how many ornaments are on the tree, and then once all estimates are in, you reveal the real number and reward the winner with a prize.
- Christmas Carol Pictionary Relay – This is basically classic Pictionary with a festive twist—teams race to draw popular holiday carols.
When coming up with fun games and activities, the sky’s the limit. Check out this list for more game ideas—like Christmas mad libs, drinking games, or a photo booth with a collection of Christmas props.
If you are currently in the process of planning a Christmas party, keep these suggestions in mind. And if you are need of exceptional catering, contact your go-to Denver catering service. When you hire a dedicated catering company, like Pour La France! Catering, you gain a committed partner who will go above and beyond to make your event a success!
Check back in next week for our Holiday Party Ideas and Tips—Pt. 2!
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!
