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byAlma Abell
When you are hosting a party or special event, you will want to find a Chicago foodservice partner and caterer who can take care of your meal-time needs. Fortunately, there are many different options you can choose from for catering services. Find out which one if best for your event:
Butler PassingThis is the oldest method of serving and is the same as a regular restaurant where the wait staff bring your meals out to you. There are of course upgrades and additional touches you can order to have the service fit the tone of your event.
StationsHaving different stations where guests can select what they want from each one is a great way to offer a variety of choice so there is something for everyone. It also helps guests interact and mingle.
Action StationsDinner and a show is becoming a classy way to feed and entertain guests at special events and some catering companies and Chicago foodservice partner businesses offer this type of food service.
Self-Serve BuffetsThin back to old-time church dinners or pot luck community dinners- food is laid out on long tables and everyone walks by and takes what they want and brings it back to their seats. It allows full control of the plating to be with the guests so this may or may not be a good thing for your event.
Portion-Controlled BuffetsSet up much like a regular buffet these have serving staff at key areas to hand out the portions to ensure there is enough for everyone. The staff are usually set at key areas of the buffets such as the meat and dessert ends.
There are other popular dining options available and every catering company has their own services and unique flare and upgrades that they can offer. A great catering company to consider for great food and drink and amazing service is Food For Thought of Chicago. Give them a call and schedule your consultation today!