Special Events - Tips on selecting a catering company

Ideally the hunt for a caterer begins right after you secure a location for your wedding, corporate event or party. However, it's not uncommon to be strapped for time, which makes LocalCatering.com an even more invaluable tool for finding the right caterer for your event fast. Caterers should be able to propose menus and make estimates of cost. Be specific about your needs when filling out your form. You should receive quotes fairly quickly. These proposals are almost always on a price-per-guest basis and specific to your individual requests. MORE

Perfect Weddings - Five questions to ask a wedding caterer

1. Will I be your only wedding that weekend? If not, how many other weddings are you and/or your company handling?

2. Extra catering costs: Are set-up and clean-up included? How much do you charge for overtime if the reception runs long? Are gratuities included? MORE

Holiday Planning - Find catering for your office or home

Want a few pats on the back from your family or coworkers? Considering having your holiday party catered in your home, in your office or at a special location. There are even catering services for the discerning homemaker who wants to spend special days like Thanksgiving, Hanukkah or Christmas with their loved ones, instead of in the kitchen. Many caterers offer set traditional menus for the holidays at special costs and, of course, almost any order can be customized to your family's traditions. It's easy to find a holiday caterer using LocalCatering.com. MORE

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