Why Professional Catering for Your Corporate Meeting Makes Sense
Planning a corporate morning event involves juggling numerous tasks, even before considering what will be served. Bringing in a professional caterer can alleviate much of this pressure, allowing you to focus on the success of the meeting or presentation and ensuring your guests are satisfied.
Whether you’re hosting ten or a hundred attendees, scheduling a morning event can be more economical and efficient than later in the day.
Benefits of a Breakfast Event
While lunches were once the norm, morning events offer several advantages, including cost savings:
- Attendee Engagement: Morning attendees are typically more alert, focused, and eager to engage, making the event more productive.
- Punctuality: Attendees are more likely to be on time, less likely to cancel, and face fewer scheduling conflicts, increasing overall attendance.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Breakfasts are usually more affordable, there’s no need to serve alcohol, and venue costs can be lower.
Planning Your Breakfast Event
The structure of your event should be based on its duration:
- Short Events (60-90 minutes): Serve breakfast first, allowing attendees to grab their food and enjoy it at their tables while you commence with the formalities.
- Longer Events: Split the breakfast into two parts. Offer drinks and pastries (muffins, scones, Danishes) upon arrival, then provide a more substantial breakfast after about 90 minutes. This keeps attendees engaged and attentive throughout the event.
Trust the Experts
Hiring a professional caterer is crucial for a successful event. Experts know how to time the food service perfectly and can recommend the best-suited menu options:
- Menu Options: Depending on the size and purpose of your event, choose from a full buffet, a plated continental breakfast, or a more formal European breakfast.
- Special Add-Ons: Consider adding something interactive, like a waffle station, hot chocolate bar, or a barista for espresso drinks. A professional caterer can easily handle these details, providing you with a tailored menu that meets your needs.
Contact Us
Planning a breakfast event? Contact us today for a quote! Based in Pretoria East, we travel around Pretoria and parts of Johannesburg. We cater to both big and small events, formal to informal, always with a smile!