If you have ever tried to organise an event, you’ll know that it’s not the easiest thing in the world. Don’t worry though, event crew and demountable buildings, as well as other things, can help ensure that your event and the catering for your event runs smoothly. Here are some ways that you can make event catering easy on a budget.
Event Crew
Event crew are usually essential when it comes to event planning, you will need some sort of staff no matter if they are waiting tables of greeting guests. How many waiting staff you hire will depend on the budget and the needs of the event. One of the best things to do is to hire event crew, who can sort out your staff for you, so at least that’s one less thing to worry out.
Demountable Buildings
If you need a venue but don’t want to pay through the roof for one in a prime location or you want to decorate in a specific way that venues won’t allow, then demountable buildings may be the right move for your event. Demountable buildings are available in many different shapes and sizes and have the added bonus of flexibility, which is what every event planner wants.
Control Portion Size
Whether you’re providing your guests with a buffet or a sit-down meal, you can control the portion size. Either by providing smaller plates at a buffet so people don’t pile up their plates and don’t eat it all. Either that or using portion control in the kitchen if it is a sit-down meal can also reduce the size of the plates. If you have a buffet you could always have your event crew agencies serving customers but this may raise the cost rather than help keep it down.
Simple Dishes
When it comes to the food you serve at the event, you want to keep them simple, so everyone can enjoy them, as well as serving foods that are filling, this way guests will get full and not ask for more food. You can even pick a theme that the food follows.
Minimise Spending on Table Decorations
When it comes to decorating the table, it doesn’t need to be fancy. A simple flower arrangement can still look nice and won’t require hundreds of pounds’ worth of budget. There are many options when it comes to keeping on budget.
Serve Tea and Coffee from the Bar
Serving tea and coffee from the bar is a great way to save money as you don’t need to set up a station or pay staff to man it, the bar staff will have it covered. Depending on the type of event it is, you may be able to bypass serving tea and coffee altogether as your guests may not want it, always stipulate before whether you should go ahead with this or not.
Sophia Blake is a culinary journalist specializing in food culture, flavors, and beverage pairings. Her work centers on providing readers with in-depth insights into cooking techniques, ingredient origins, and the artistry behind diverse culinary traditions.
