Food presentation is an important part of any event, whether it's an intimate dinner or a large corporate gathering. Not only does it affect the overall look of the event, but it also affects how guests feel about the food they are served. For caterers, restaurant owners, and even event planners, knowing how to present…

The hospitality industry, including restaurants and hotels, were hit the hardest during the COVID-19 lockdown. As businesses begin reopening, restaurants have to rethink their operations entirely. Customers are now more concerned about their safety, and going to a restaurant for a night out with friends feels like long-lost reality. 

As consumers and food lovers alike, we eat with all of our senses, not just our mouths. The way a dish is presented is what will initially draw in a customer.

As a result of COVID-19, all social gatherings have been put to a halt nationwide. Catering companies feel the immense impact this has had on them and their employees. Owners have seen their companies change overnight due to the coronavirus, and they must get creative to adapt to these modern times and keep their businesses running.

Well, here we are. Amidst the Coronavirus pandemic. We want to start out by saying, we hope everyone is doing well and is staying healthy during this crazy time. We will continue to be here in order to help and support your business. The health and safety of our customers, partners, and employees are our…

Besides for labor, does your catering business have other high volume costs that you think can be better controlled?

Happy 2020 everyone! A new year, let alone a new decade, means a whole new batch of trends to watch out for. Incorporating the latest trends into your food or event is crucial. These trends not only enhance the guest’s experience, but it also shows your willingness to stay relevant and fresh. Catering can often…

Rewind ten years ago, when guest’s palates were simple and easy to please. Today, with food trends such as oak milk and plant-based alternatives, menu expectations are far more complicated than they ever have been. As a result of these food trends, a caterer’s obligation to offer a killer menu has increased. With all the…

*Ka-ching!* That’s usually the sound many of us hear when we think about event planning during the holiday season. It can be easy to go overboard with holiday décor, food, and entertainment. All the details that go into planning an event during this time of year can mean major dollar signs, which unfortunately can quickly…

Gobble gobble! Thanksgiving is approaching us at a very rapid pace… Bring on all the food!

If you haven’t been on social media, specifically Instagram recently, you would be unaware that Instagram has decided to test the removal of likes (surprise!)

A lovely evening filled with luxurious 5-star dishes, a picturesque sunset painted in the background, and a guest list curated for the stars; is what people expect when they plan an event and hire a caterer, right?

If you're a caterer or an event planner, there are numerous concepts you can include in your next Halloween event to make it a success. Continue reading for all of the different concept ideas. 

It may be hard to hear, but, the summer season is coming to an end. With fall quickly approaching and cooler weather inevitably knocking on summer's door, event planners need to prepare for the changing of seasons. These past months have been all about outdoor parties, weddings, and relaxed evening soirées. A beautiful warm day…

Every generation is known for something once that generation has come to pass, at least for a few years. Starting with the Baby Boomers, then to Generation X, the Millennials and finally, Generation Z. Every human born between 1977 through 1995, bunched in a group that defines them by their accomplishments, their work ethic, their music, their interests their spending habits…

So, what are we doing tonight? If you've ever traveled somewhere new or even attempted to plan an evening that didn’t involve the Netflix or Hulu stay at home standard, you’ve asked someone (or yourself) that very question. Presume, then, that your customer has as well. Here’s where you come in, guiding the consumer like…

Organizing a successful event is a tough and time-consuming task - finding the right venue, reaching agreements with suppliers, and ensuring that your event reaches its attendance goals are all things that will likely take a lot of your time.

When customers book you for an event, they're looking for more than just good food. They’re expecting a specific visual style, event atmosphere, and attitude from staff. They set those expectations based on what they see on your website, your reputation in the market, and your discussions throughout the sales process -- in other words,…

An alumni event is more than just a friendly reunion between former schoolmates. It's an occasion to continue ongoing relationships with a university. Building and maintaining an engaged alumni network benefits the school, but it’s not simple to approach the alumni at the end of the year and then suddenly ask them to support, donate…

Who doesn’t love a great deal? Cyber Monday is one of the few opportunities for people to take advantage of several awesome discounts across various types of industries. It’s a huge day as far as the amount of money spent, and just last year $6.59 billion was spent on Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday has a…

You might produce the best canapés this side of Paris but if no one knows then you’re never going to let your creations loose on the public’s taste buds. With weddings being planned and events to be catered for, there’s never been a better time to make sure your email marketing campaign is just right.…

You’ve been tasked to plan a fundraising event but you’re stuck with the same ideas – cocktails, ambient jazz music, and long speeches that end with asking the audience to donate. While these activities are common, they may not deliver the kind of engagement an audience wants. Organizing unique fundraising events can help your donors…

Responsive, adaptive and innovative are just a few of the characteristics that people look for when choosing among catering companies. Your website can either validate that you are on top of your game, or it can send a clear message that you’re stuck back in the times that were dominated by desktops. Having a mobile-friendly…

Are you tired of typical wedding catered meals? Looking for something a little different than the others? Is your wedding in an area that has a limited amount of caterers with a few caterers offering the same options? As you read through this article of 9 unconventional wedding catering ideas we have cooked up for…

Food trucks are a rather new concept. They can be a fun business that many business professionals are looking to start. It's a very lucrative sector that has had revenue grow at an annual rate of 7.9% since 2011. The food truck itself is one of the main physical investments a food truck business has…

It's an exciting time for caterers. Consumer spending is on the rise as of the end of August 2018. With a rise in consumer spending, comes a rise in catered events. This success is inspiring many people to start their own catering business. For many aspiring caterers, it all begins as a home-based business. It's…

You're an event manager. As a planner of gatherings of people for various different occasions, you manage staff, come up with creative ideas, and make sure each event is a success. However, no matter how hard you try, not every event will go well. That's why you’ve got to keep using your creativity to tie…

Whether your marketing team is considering building a new website or looking to revamp your current one, you've landed on the right page. We compiled and condensed a checklist of the key features that your website needs to increase leads and gain new customers. Like the rest of your sales staff, the pages of your…

Labor Day is known as the closeout holiday to the summer season. Even though most people are off work and kids are out of school, it's a busy time for many event managers. As an event manager, your goal should be to get as creative as possible and give your event guests something memorable as…

The Caterease Payment Link feature through Vantiv/Worldpay is the latest innovative way Caterease Software can save you time and make your workday easier. Using this handy tool, you can quickly send payment links to your customers – individually or in batch – and let the customers make payments themselves!   From any event in Caterease,…

These days, having a stellar website is critical to the success of any catering business. It's the primary outlet for how most businesses are found, and one of the first major interaction points of any sale. Having a website for your catering business is the ultimate marketing tool for helping to grow your operation. We’ve…

It doesn't matter the industry you're in, you are bound to encounter difficult clients. The hospitality industry is known for its high level of hard clientele. Since it's a service-based industry, it’s easy to see why. The catering sector is no exception to this. A successful catering operation is always juggling between the different types…

The summer season can be one of the busiest times of the year for event management companies. It’s when a lot of weddings and graduations happen, and also when a lot of holidays are in full swing. As an event management business, it’s not enough to put on as many events as possible, but also…

The hospitality industry is known to have one of the highest employee turnover rates. Topping 70% in 2017, it's an area across all sectors that every business owner should keep an eye on. Employees make career transitions for a long list of different reasons. As the owner of a catering business, it’s more important than…

Catering is a fun and exciting industry to be in just like any other sector within the hospitality industry. It's an industry that is full of growth, but also a lot of misunderstanding. There have been many myths regarding the catering industry. We debunked a few of the most common myths below: Myth 1: Adding…

It's important to understand why and how your customers are coming to you to purchase your catering services. Without it, you are missing a huge volume of factors that come into making a sale. Mostly every aspect of your catering business could hinder whether someone decides to hire your company to cater their event. Even…

Fast growth within your catering business is an exciting time. You should never accept having a stagnate business, because it will eventually fail. Employees get bored and your customer service starts to fizzle out. Growth happens at different levels and at different times for caterers. If you are experiencing rapid growth and you’re not sure…

It's the summer season, and the event management industry is heating up. People love creating memories and attending outdoor events this time of year. Why not? The weather is usually at its prime, and getting too much fresh air is never a bad thing. Checkout our tips on how to manage outdoor events this summer…

There never is such a thing as too much business. Leads are the fuel that help every business grow and sustain itself. Today, there are many different mediums to generate leads from. Some work better than others depending on the type of person or business you are running. If you are in need of more…

Let's face it, food trucks are cool. They have been on the rise for some time now as the trendy mobile food option that people just can't get enough of. Summer can often be the busy time for most food trucks. People crave the outdoors and being at events like outdoor concerts, graduation parties, Fourth…

You are not perfect. Things go wrong. As an event manager, you won't pull off a successful event every single time. You could've just had a customer that was impossible to please or your dishes were not coming out right, or even you had an employee who had a mishap with the carving station. Just…

Going green is trending everywhere these days. You can thank the Millennial generation for their influence when it comes to sustainability. People want to hear about, and they want to be a part of it. By using more and more sustainable practices in your catering business, you will appeal to a larger number of potential…

A successful company depends on the success of its managers. Being a successful manager is a trickle effect to all the employees within a business. It's not enough to have a solid product or services, you have to have the right bodies behind it to make it successful. A good way to tell if there…

Congratulations! You have chosen to start your own catering business and you want to create a truly unique experience while keeping your costs down and becoming an overall successful business. It's a smart thing to sit down and analyze the costs of starting your business. It will give you clear insight on what you are…

A successful event is as much an art as it is a science. Art - it requires your expressive and visionary aspect to attract the present audience. Science - it needs a calculative and keen eye to pull things off on budget, yet keeping the success formula intact. Planning a productive event is certainly not…

The internet is buzzing these days with all kinds of content. Things are constantly changing in the hospitality industry and it can be hard finding the right resources to help your business. Keeping up with the latest news and trends within the catering industry is crucial to maintaining a successful business. Below is a list…

You have risen to the top of your game, and you consider yourself "the big dog" in your area for catering. Your business offers the best food and customer service for miles and your raking in the profits like it's Christmas morning. Some young guns open a catering business with a fresh concept that is…

How Sweet It Is Catering in today's world can be demanding, with countless food allergies and dietary restrictions throwing a wrench into the mix. However, with a little imagination and ingenuity, making pastries for the masses can be a successful business venture. The most important thing to be sure of before starting is that you…

We have waited so long and we are finally done with the winter season. The outside weather is starting to warm up and the catering business is starting to boom with spring events. We wanted to share with you some of the hottest spring trends we are seeing so far in the catering industry. Colors…

Let’s face it, pen and paper just don’t cut it anymore when it comes to managing your catering business. It’s even come to a point that using just Excel or other Microsoft office programs is not enough to keep up with the competition in the catering industry. People are staying competitive and managing their business…

There are many factors that come into play when planning an event. The venue is one of the most important aspects to consider during the event planning process because everything should be centered around it. From the seating to the food and entertainment, your venue will determine what you choose for each. Checkout the below…

Wedding season can be a lucrative time for event managers. According to the Knot, the most popular time of year in most countries for weddings is during the months of June, August September, and October. It’s easy to see why, since those months generally have the best weather. As wedding season approaches this year, we…

The Catersource tradeshow is always an exciting event, and this Catersource 2018 was one of our most productive and rewarding in years. It was incredibly gratifying to meet with so many of our current users and hear their heartfelt appreciation and incredible stories of success – and it was exciting to see the reactions from…

The restaurant industry is a risky business. It is known to be challenging with an extremely high risk for failure. Today, when the economy can go up or down in a short amount of time, it’s important that restaurateurs keep alternative revenue drivers in mind. Catering is one such alternative that is easily forgotten or…

If you have ever worked in a corporate environment, you know every time you hear the word “corporate” you think of a strict environment that’s boring and full of politics and procedure. You can make the corporate environment fun, and it’s not hard either. Hosting corporate events can be a great way to boost employee…

If you are still using just pen, paper, and spreadsheets to manage your event management business, you are surely missing out on building your business. In a time when technology is involved in pretty much everything we do, it can definitely be an asset for running your business. Continue reading for six ways on how…