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Classy catering Whether it’s dinner for two, Sunday brunch with the family, or a larger gathering, catering can be stressful, unless properly planned.
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1. Choose between buffet or plated food. For more intimate functions, plated is ideal, but for larger groups, consider going buffet-style. This works well with others contributing dishes, and people serve themselves.
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birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, family and friends. Hiring a caterer is a great way to go. Whether you decide to out-source or DIY, here are some tips to make it easier.
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Select a theme based on the event type, and the venue. Casual is good for a barbeque, romantic for an intimate wedding anniversary, midwinter blues for a winter get-together, cocktails for any celebration.
Have a signature dish. Make an occasion more memorable using a signature dish or special recipe. It may be island-style raw fish, a gorgeous gateau for dessert, home-made pate, or granny’s famous Shepherd’s Pie.
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If going DIY, make some dishes ahead of time. Don’t leave things until the last minute. Many dishes can be made a day early, and heated on the day. Curries, for instance, taste much better the day after they’ve been cooked.
Invest in beautiful dinnerware, cutlery and serving utensils. Plating food beautifully adds ‘wow’ to any occasion. Also think about a colour palette, and use fresh herb sprigs, flowers, and chopped nuts to decorate.
Indulge yourGorgeous family and friends with Gorgeous Food Food - delicious catering to share. Freshly baked, healthy, handmade on the premises, gorgeous takeaway food.
Gorgeous Food Open Monday to Friday 6am-3.30pm | 66/68 Springs Road, Wigram Retail Shop 03 344 6043 Kitchen 03 344 6044 www.gorgeousfood.co.nz Metropol 14 April, 2022 75
