by chefs-kitchen | Sep 22, 2015 | Chefs Kitchen, Private Functions, Weddings
To say a large amount of planning goes into ensuring perfection on a wedding day is something of an understatement – and that’s exactly why we offer comprehensive and varied wedding catering services to suit any needs.
But something else that can assist in achieving perfection and a memorable day is choosing the right time of year for your wedding – and the summer time is an excellent choice. With stunning weather, long evenings and picturesque views on your big day, now’s the ideal time to make the most of the weather and this popular wedding season to create the day you’ve always dreamed of.
1. The Right Location
With the weather performing at its best, flowers in bloom and skies a flawless blue, the only thing that could make your summer wedding more perfect is an elegant location. Whether you decide upon a traditional venue, such as on a country estate or prestigious hotel, or somewhere a bit more modern, choosing the right location is vital. But whatever style you pick, you need to ensure that it’s practical as well as visually perfect – don’t forget to take into account entertainment (such as a band or DJ) as well as catering.
2. Perfect Weather (Well, Almost!)
Summer is the ideal time of year for your wedding – the location and its surroundings will look bright and colourful, the sun will be out in full, glorious force and there’ll not be a cloud in the sky. Hopefully, at least! We all know how notoriously unpredictable the British weather can be, even at the height of summer; one minute the sun could be beaming down with all your guests enjoying the weather and, before you know it, it’s clouded over or even started raining, forcing all your guests inside.
That’s why, here at The Chef’s Kitchen, we offer a wide selection of wedding catering options to suit any style of wedding and any kind of weather – whether you want to enjoy a traditional wedding breakfast to keep safe and indoors, or want to try a hog roast or BBQ buffet to make the most of the warmer temperatures.
3. Flawless Food & Service
When it comes to the wedding breakfast, and the reception afterwards, then stunning food and service alongside it are paramount to ensuring you make the most of your big day and making it as memorable as possible for everyone – from the bride and groom right down to all the guests.
With our years of experience catering to a whole variety of weddings across Rugby, Coventry, Northampton and Leamington Spa, we know that all weddings are completely different. That’s why we offer a whole host of different dining and bar options to suit any style of day – all complete with our flawless service to ensure everything goes off without a hitch.
If you’re looking for professional, reliable and impeccable catering for your wedding day then look no further than our services here at The Chef’s Kitchen. Making the arrangements couldn’t be easier – you can start your order online instantly, or call us direct on 0800 977 4680 to make your booking, or enquire about our services.
by chefs-kitchen | Sep 22, 2015 | Chefs Kitchen, Private Functions
Summer’s well and truly upon us and, now that the weather has finally decided to settle down with scorching temperatures and clear blue skies, it’s the perfect time to consider hosting summer parties. Whether you’re a fan of BBQs and hog roasts, or prefer something a little more quaint or formal, we can provide you with culinary perfection for your next part – whatever you budget, part size and tastes.
While food is one of the most important elements to any successful gathering, there are other factors to consider and this latest article runs through a few vital things to think about before setting your party date.
1. Invest In Entertainment
Entertainment can be a great way to make any summer party memorable – whether it’s a DJ or live band, or something inventive like karaoke. You can invest in the professional entertainment or, if there’s some talent in your family or amongst your friends, then you can band together to get party entertainment with a personal touch.
2. Choose Your Day Wisely!
British summers have the capacity to be glorious – cloudless, deep blue skies, the sun beating down and a pleasant breeze keeping you comfortable. But they can also be the complete opposite; we’ve seen this summer how quickly it can change from 30 degree temperatures to torrential downpours complete with thunder and lightning.
With this in mind, choose your day wisely – late July to mid-August is usually the best weather wise for the summer, but keep an eagle eye on weather forecasts. Things can easily change in a few days, and you have to assume no weather is set in stone – prepare for every eventuality!
3. Consider Gazebos For Shelter
While you can do all the preparation in the world, like number two on this list, the British weather is notoriously unpredictable – it can be scorching hot one moment, and raining stair-rods the next. Whichever extreme weather condition decides to show up on the day of your summer party, shelter is going to be key and you’re not likely to be able to cram all your guests inside. Whether it’s providing shade from a beating sun or keeping your guests dry, investing in a few large gazebos can be a great addition to your party.
4. Perfect Outdoor Catering
You can gather everyone together, ensure the weather is perfect and provide entertainment, but the key to any good summer party is the food – and we here at The Chef’s Kitchen can help. Providing party catering to Northampton, Rugby, Coventry and throughout the Midlands, we can provide a wide range of foods, from cold summer buffets to hot BBQ food and whole hog roasts.
Whatever you’ve got planned for your summer party, whether it’s a light and relaxed party, a BBQ with family and friends, or something that bit more formal, we can help provide exiting and delicious menu options for events of any style and any size.
For more information on our party catering services simply call us today on 0800 977 4680 or get in touch using our website’s online contact form – we’ll be happy to help you plan your summer party to perfection.
by chefs-kitchen | Sep 22, 2015 | Chefs Kitchen, Corporate Events
Being put in charge of your next corporate event can be an incredibly daunting task, as perfection is key. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve planned them before, or if the guests don’t include anyone from outside the company, everything has to go off without a hitch and leave a good impression on all those who attend.
This vital advice can help set you on the right track to plan your next event to perfection, with everything from the venue to the catering needed to be given meticulous and careful consideration before you set anything in stone.
Find The Perfect Venue
The venue is vital in providing a perfect setting for your event – one that effectively reflects the tone of the event, as well as your business. As well as this it has to be practical too, being large enough to accommodate the number of guests that you anticipate, but without being too big to the point where you unnecessarily blow your budget.
First impressions are key as well, so don’t choose the kind of venue that creates the wrong impression or presents the wrong image for your company or your event. If you plan on your event being extravagant and stylish, then the venue needs to reflect this – similarly, if you’re trying to create a relaxed and informal atmosphere then somewhere overtly elegant is perhaps not the best choice.
Ensure Impeccable Service
Once everything is planned and everyone is at the venue ready for the even to take place, most things are not in your hands anymore – they’re in the hands of those that you’ve employed to take care of major facets of the event, whether it’s entertainment, bar work or catering.
It’s therefore vital that whoever you enlist to provide these services is incredibly professional, courteous and catering to your needs and the needs of all of the event’s attendees – you wouldn’t serve a finger-food BBQ for a high-end event designed for company managers and shareholders, but something a bit more refined, such as a banquet or simple canapés, would suit perfectly.
To really create the perfect corporate event that everyone will remember, you can rely on The Chef’s kitchen to provide catering, waiting and bar service throughout the duration of your event for a simple, all-inclusive fee.
We have a variety of menus to suit a wide range of styles of event, as well as bespoke menu options providing exquisite catering services in Rugby, Coventry, Northampton and the surrounding areas in the West Midlands. To discuss how we can help make your next corporate event go down a storm, call us today on 0800 977 4680.
