Wedding and Corporate Catering Services Blog

Wedding Photos

When Wedding Photos Disrupt Reception Flow

Wedding days are packed with excitement, emotion, and carefully timed plans. One area that often creates stress is how photography fits into the flow of the celebration. From big family portraits to candid couple moments, making time for those memories is important. But if not scheduled well, it can put the rest of the event […]

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Food Presentation

Why Food Presentation Makes Events Memorable

The way food looks on a plate speaks volumes before anyone takes a bite. From weddings to team-building luncheons, guests don’t just remember what they eat—they remember how it made them feel. Presentation plays a big part in shaping that feeling. When everything from the garnish to the layout feels intentional, food goes from simple […]

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Wedding Guest Count

Steps to Take if Wedding Guest Counts Suddenly Change

Weddings are full of surprises, and one of the most common ones is a sudden change in the guest list. Maybe someone can’t travel because of a family emergency or weather delays. Or perhaps a cousin you hadn’t counted on RSVPs at the last minute. Whatever the cause, shifts in your guest count can impact […]

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Work Event

How to Address Food Safety Concerns at Work Events

Food safety might not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning a corporate event, but it’s one of the most important. From morning meetings with breakfast spreads to formal luncheons or evening receptions, any time food is served, there’s a risk if proper steps aren’t taken. No one wants to be remembered […]

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Restaurant Service

What Makes Restaurant Service Stand Out at Events

There’s something special about restaurant-style service that stands out at a well-planned event. From how the servers carry themselves to how the courses are timed, it all comes together in a way that elevates the guest experience. Anyone who’s been to an event where things felt rushed or disorganized knows how quickly the mood can […]

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Staff

When Event Staff Communication Breaks Down

You’ve booked your venue, locked down your vendors, and created a timeline that looks solid on paper. Everything is supposed to run smoothly, right? But what happens when communication between staff starts to fall apart right in the middle of your event? Misunderstandings, mixed messages, and missed cues can throw even the most carefully planned […]

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Beach Wedding

How Rain Affects Your Beach Wedding Reception

Planning a beach wedding in St. Augustine sounds like a dream. Ocean waves in the background, breeze in the air, and soft sand under your feet paint a perfect picture. But once the chance of rain enters that picture, things can change fast. Wet sand, slippery walkways, and soaked seating can throw your whole reception […]

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Food Service

What to Do When Food Service Equipment Fails

No matter how much you plan, something can still go off track at an event. One of the more stressful surprises? Food service equipment breaking down right when everyone’s expecting a smooth, enjoyable meal. Maybe it’s a chafing dish that won’t heat or a key piece of kitchen gear that just won’t turn on. Equipment […]

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Chef

Ways Professional Chefs Enhance Special Events

There’s something unforgettable about attending a special event where the food stops you in your tracks. The smell, the flavors, the presentation—it turns a simple gathering into something guests will talk about long after it’s over. While the table linens and flowers matter, what really sticks with people is the food. That’s where professional chefs […]

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Food Display

Why Food Display Impacts Guest Satisfaction

When most people think about food at an event, their thoughts usually jump straight to taste. Of course, flavor matters, but there’s something else that can sway how guests feel about their meal before they even take a bite: presentation. The way food is arranged, styled, and displayed sets the tone for the entire dining […]

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