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Research catering companies
Tyler Matkowski said Once you've defined your catering needs, it's time to start researching catering companies. Look for a catering company with experience in your specific type of event and a reputation for providing high-quality food and service.
Schedule a tasting:
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Before you hire a catering company, it's essential to sample their food. Most catering companies offer tastings where you can sample their menu options and get a sense of their cooking style and presentation. Schedule a tasting with each catering company you're considering and bring along a few trusted advisors to help you make the final decision.
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Considerthecateringcompany's specialty:
Considerthetypeofeventyou're hostingandyourguests' preferenceswhenchoosinga cateringcompany.
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