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Choosing Your Catering Menu by Event Type

19 Oct 201719 Oct 2017 / BY admin

No matter what type of event you are planning, it is very important to choose a catering menu which goes with the theme of the event. If it is a corporate event, choose a menu which corresponds to the client’s tastes. If it is a wedding, the menu should appeal to the bride and groom. For outdoor events, simple foods work well, as the crowd is there to see the game. Simply Elegant can provide a menu, including alcoholic beverages and coffee, to suit your needs, from small to elaborate and from simple to elegant.

Key Takeaways:

Another popular form of catering is for weddings. What is unique about a catered wedding event is that the food preferences really coincide with the preferences of the bride and groom.
The guests are just attending the event in order to see a wedding, so you are not trying to “sell” them anything like you would at a corporate event.
Most particularly, you will find wedding cake, pie, cookies and so on. The main meals are whatever the bride and groom picked out.
“Many people don’t realize that concession catering takes place at most sporting events.”

Read more: https://secatering.ca/blog/choosing-catering-menu-event-type/

3 Ways Plastic Bread Tags Can Keep Your Kitchen Clean and Organized

18 Oct 201718 Oct 2017 / BY admin

Here are three ways to use your plastic bread ties in the kitchen you’ve probably never thought of. One way is to tape the clip pointing upward on the edge of your countertop and place your charger cord in it. This keeps the cord from falling when you unplug the device. A second way is to use them as a mini scraper to get things that are stuck on the counter off with ease. Lastly, you can use the bread ties as dressing labeling tags. Just write on one side and clip it onto the bottle.

Key Takeaways:

Plastic bread tags seem to be a ubiquitous feature of kitchens. People collect them and may decide to throw them away.
But these plastic bread tags can keep the kitchen clean as needed. Use them for a number of creative roles in the kitchen setting.
Use the tags to scrape up gunk from the kitchen counter. They can also be labeled and added to homemade salad dressing.

“The plastic tags used to keep the baggies closed will be useful long after you’ve eaten that last slice of seedless rye.”

Office Christmas Party Food

17 Oct 201717 Oct 2017 / BY admin

Christmas Party food is always a seasonal treat that people want to try. The office is packed with people waiting for the Christmas Party to take place. Food is a fun and festive way to spend the evening with other people. Office parties are a great testing ground for these seasonal recipes. Christmas Party food is memorable and the perfect solution for the evening. Take requests and be flexible when it comes to Christmas Party Food.

Key Takeaways:

Budget, space available and time of day should all be considered in deciding what to serve.
Whether you’re having a sit-down dinner or a buffet style event will help you decide what level of catering and service you need.
It’s important to consider your staff and any dietary concerns such as religious or health restrictions.

“If you have to get the most out of a smaller budget, opt for the caterer to drop off your menu choices and then all you’ll need is a table to set up the presentation.”

Baseball Snack Stand

16 Oct 201716 Oct 2017 / BY admin

She wasn’t an athlete but loved baseball. Her entire family was involved in baseball in some way, she ran the snack stand. She was responsible for inventory and sales as a high school underclassman. The author did market research and made slight profit. Memories were made and lessons about business and clientele were learned along the way. After 2 summers, she knew it was time to move on and do something different so she could earn more money for college.

Key Takeaways:

Read the life story of a young woman who ran a baseball snack stand. Summer jobs have the potential to build character in surprising ways.
She remembers back to 1998 and what that year meant to her personally. It was a wild and event filled summer for the young woman.
Many people have similar stories throughout their lives as well. They can tell a unique story and get on their way soon.

“I set my prices based on my own market research, and brought home whatever profit I could.”

10 Things the Smartest Grocery Shoppers Always Do

15 Oct 201709 Oct 2017 / BY admin

Everyone that wants to save money needs to know how to utilize the grocery store and the grocery shopping experience. Here are a few tricks to getting the most out of it. Know when the sales are. Know the best time of day to go to the store. Compare price tags, and talk to other smart shoppers about their habits. Just because you have a coupon, doesn’t mean it won’t dupe you into spending extra. Get familiar with your favorite store and don’t be afraid to buy generic brands.

Key Takeaways:

The smartest shoppers really know how to make the most of their trips to the store. It’s a skill, one I’m sure many of us wish we were better at.
Smart shoppers know how to stretch their dollar further, avoid buying unnecessary items and make their store work for them.
Not only does this help them find an economical way to stock their pantries, but it helps them enjoy seasonal produce, and expand their horizons when it comes to trying new foods.

“Coupons are great and super helpful in trimming your grocery bill — as long as they’re used for items you actually need and like.”

Science May Have Discovered the Solution to World Hunger

14 Oct 201709 Oct 2017 / BY admin

World hunger is one of those things people sort of joke about solving. It’s not a joke, though. People going hungry is not OK. We have the resources to feed them if we only used them properly. Science may have finally solved this which is an amazing thing. No one should have to go hungry. Hopefully, this solution is used so no one has to anymore because it’s a real problem. It happens in all countries.

Key Takeaways:

Finnish Scientists have developed a new food source, based on a single-celled organism
New Protein is made from water, microbes, electricity and carbon dioxide.
Powder made up of protein, carbohydrates, fats and nucleic acids that can be produced with solar power

“The researchers’ next step is to produce the protein in large-enough quantities that it can be tested as animal fodder and food products.”

Recipe: Turkey Avocado Burgers

13 Oct 201709 Oct 2017 / BY admin

Turkey is a leaner meat so using it for burgers is a great way to make them healthier. The avocado will add richness and moisture to this. Avocado is very healthy. It is fatty but contains the good fats your brain needs. This is a great take on a burger and is different. It’s not your average turkey burger. Those can be boring but this isn’t. Serve this and people who normally don’t like turkey burgers will still eat it.

Key Takeaways:

Turkey avocado burgers are a crowd-pleasing item for sure. They are easy to make for the avid grill fanatic each weekend.
Prepare all ingredients ahead of time, including the ground turkey. Anticipate the number of guests who attend and prepare the ingredients.
Pile on more veggies to the turkey avocado burgers for guests. They might enjoy sliced tomato and red onion for their burgers.

“The key to any successful burger, regardless of the toppings, is the patty itself.”

My New Favorite Trader Joe’s Product Makes Breakfast Easier

12 Oct 201709 Oct 2017 / BY admin

One person discovered a new Trader Joe’s product that makes breakfast easier. It is their new favorite Trader Joe’s product. They prefer the simple things like tacos, eggs on toast and also smoothies. The product they discovered is called Organic Acai Puree Packets. It comes in a little bag that includes four individual packets of puree. The interesting thing is that it costs less than 5 dollars. The packets come unsweetened, so you can adjust the sweetness levels yourself.

Key Takeaways:

Trader Joe’s Organic Açaí Purée Packets are a quick and cost-effective go-to food that’s perfect for breakfast.
Because the Açaí Purée Packets are organic, you can better adjust the sugar content in any of the foods that you include it in (e.g., smoothies).
The Açaí Purée Packets are also versatile to be used for other meals, including snacks.

“The point is that these packets are endlessly versatile and easy to use: Just dump some ingredients into your blender, taste, and adjust.”

Not to Brag, but I Always Pick the Best Corn. Here’s How I Do It.

11 Oct 201709 Oct 2017 / BY admin

I am often asked for advice about picking produce. When it comes to corn, my first advice is not to shuck it at the store so as to be considerate of others. To start your inspection, pick it up and look for one that feels heavier because this will be juicier. Squeeze to make sure the firmness is even and examine for moldy or dry spots. Corn with tassels that are yellow, white or a very light brown is more recently picked and better than born with black or dark brown tassels. If you need to take a small look under the husk you can. Follow these steps to find the perfect corn.

Key Takeaways:

Learn how to pick the best corn from a trusted expert. He claims to always pick the best corn that is on display.
Check the tassels and the firmness of the corn cob itself. That will prevent customers from buying rotten corn on display.
Peel back the husk only slightly to take a peek inside. That could reveal some important information for the smart corn buyer in store.

“Juicy corn will feel heavier than it looks, while dry or wilted cobs will be lighter than they look.”

Fairytale Endings are Real! Take a Peek into This Disney Inspired Wedding

10 Oct 201709 Oct 2017 / BY admin

There are so many great Disney fairytales, how do you choose just one as a style for a wedding? This wedding culled many themes from different Disney films to pull off a stunning appearance. The mirrors on the bar feature a quote from Up. Roses under glass covers bring the feeling of Beauty and the Beast. There is only so much you can do to keep it cohesive so every choice must be made with care, from the drinking glasses to the chairs. The listeria hanging above the happy couple’s table is the cherry on top.

Key Takeaways:

Bars were custom built accented with mirrors with love quotes to provide a sense of magic.
There were three styles of guest tables, with the design intertwined by maintaining similarities in water goblets, for example, to keep the design cohesive.
Trees and hanging listeria not only made the sweetheart table feel like a storybook but were also hung all throughout the room to continue the theme.

“Trees and hanging listeria really made it feel like a storybook, almost like you had just been transported into a dreamland.”