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Whether you're planning a wedding, anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah, corporate function or other special event hiring an event catering service can save you a lot of time and aggravation. Professional catering services have a lot of experience planning these events and by spending the money on one you can be sure that your special event will come out perfect.

Questions to ask should include, how long have you been in business? Does the chef have any formal training such as a culinary arts school and how many events they have done? Is the tax and gratuity included in the price or is that a separate charge. How will the staff dress during the event and are they responsible for pouring the champagne and busting down the tables?

Depending on what your food preferences are and the type of event you might pay between $15 and $125 per person but you will probably agree that the money is well spent when you think about what you will have to do if you were to try and cater it yourself. Most times the caterer will have a set menu to choose from but often these caterers will work with you if you have other ideas about catering your special event.

Before you choose a catering company, it is wise to determine the location of your event. Ask the caterer if they have worked at that venue before and ask the venue if they have recommendations or a preferred list of event caterers. If you need to rent additional items like plates, silverware, tables, or chairs the caterer may be able to help you. If they cannot help you please ask them for recommendations. If you don't have a location in mind before you choose a professional catering service, the caterer may have a recommendation of wedding reception locations or banquet rooms they have worked with in the past

Make sure that you get a contract and that the contract has everything that has been discussed with the caterer including the menu, amount of guests the menu will take care of, the type of menu, whether any special meals need to be prepared, the clean-up and leftovers.

Everything should always be in writing to protect yourself and the vendors responsibility for your event. Good luck in finding that perfect catering service, let them know you found them on Eventcatering.com. and as always Bon Appétit!!

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