December Catering
Before we know it, the holidays will be here. Last year, in the midst of the dreaded “R” word, many were reluctant to host a holiday party. But this year, things have definitely changed for the better. We are booking dates - with a couple of nights already full!
Remember, The Event Group not only caters, but we have three staff members devoted to event planning. We can find your facility, hire your entertainment, arrange for the décor and more…Here are some of our favorite reasons to host a corporate event in December.
• For employees, it is a nice way to end the year. Treat them to a fabulous meal and maybe a few drinks, while socializing with their guests. Remember, your employees are your number one customer.
• For top clients, it is a great way to interact in a social setting - without the pressures of making a sell. They will appreciate your efforts.
• For employers, it is a way for you to accomplish many different things. Marketing, relationship building, etc.
Watch for our holiday “Tips From the Expert” in next month’s Citiscapes Metro Monthly.
Recipe
of the Month
We found this recipe in Southern Living Magazine and revised it to fit our needs. It was recently served at an upscale tailgate party for one of our clients last week.
Bacon-Bleu Cheese Dip
1 ¼ cup sour cream
2 oz. bleu cheese
1, 8 oz. package cream cheese, softened
5 tablespoons diced onion
3 teaspoons hot sauce
10 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Assorted crackers or ruffled potato chips
Process first five ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Stir in half of bacon. Cover and chill two hours. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with remaining bacon and garnish, if desired. Serve with crackers or ruffled potato chips.
Servings: 1 ½ cups
Fun Wedding Tip
Here is a great tip if you are planning an outdoor wedding for Spring/Summer 2010. Women tend to wear pretty shoes to weddings - however depending upon the weather, mud and grass, shoes can be ruined beyond repair.
Solution: Provide a “shoe check” with silk slippers or inexpensive flip flops so guests won’t ruin their best stilettos. Complimentary slippers, matching your color theme, can be placed in large wicker baskets near the ceremony site. Guests will love the idea!
