Outside party (mobile party or outdoor party) is a popular type of service and is a trend chosen by many people recently. So why should you choose an outside catering party? What should you pay attention to when organizing and how to create the perfect menu for an outside party? Let's find out the details with Pasta Fresca through the article below.
What is an outside party?
Outside party is a type of party service at the customer's location that the party organizer provides. Outside parties can be festivals, conferences, openings, weddings, etc. and are provided in the form of buffet parties, set menus, cocktail parties, tea parties, etc.
The location for the outside party can be the guest's home, office, hall, swimming pool, garden or any vacant land that the customer chooses and designates.
Why should you choose an outside party?
Outside parties are increasingly popular because of the following advantages and conveniences:
- Easy to conceptualize and execute: The most outstanding utility of outside catering is the comfort and innovation in party decoration ideas. With the natural scenery as the backdrop, you can be creative according to your wishes without having to follow familiar patterns.
- Open and airy natural party space: The space close to nature is the factor that makes outdoor parties popular and chosen. The most perfect time to organize an outdoor party is around late summer - early fall with cool weather.
- There is space for fun activities: With the advantage of space, you can add to the party interactive activities between guests through small games. Thanks to that, the party will become more meaningful, leaving many good impressions in the hearts of guests attending.
5 popular types of outside catering parties
As you know, outside parties have become a trend in recent years. But not all outside catering parties are the same. Let’s take a look at the 5 most popular types of parties today:
Teabreak Party
Teabreak, also known as tea party, is a light meal with cakes, fruits, tea or drinks. Usually, tea parties take place in the middle of the party but sometimes they are held at the beginning or end of the party. The duration of tea parties is quite short, about 30 - 45 minutes, helping people connect with each other and relieve stress in formal events.
Buffet Party
Buffet party is a type of buffet buffet style dining. Guests can walk around, stand or sit as they like. The food and drinks in the buffet are placed in a common area for guests to serve themselves. The menu of the party is very diverse, from traditional Vietnamese dishes to European-style dishes,...
Finger Food Party
Finger food is a type of light party, consisting of small dishes, skewered by skewers and served on small trays, very convenient for diners to enjoy with their hands. The advantages of Finger food parties can be mentioned as: When eating, food will be less scattered, not causing waste and not needing to use many dishes, ... At the same time, diners can also enjoy many different dishes.
Party set menu
Set menu is a form of service according to a fixed menu with a limited number of dishes depending on each set such as a 5-course, 7-course or 9-course set menu and all diners enjoy the same service standards. This is a popular form of service at weddings or family parties because it creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere.
Cocktail party
Cocktail party is a form of standing outside party, mainly serving drinks such as cocktails, beer, wine,... The main menu of a cocktail party is quite similar to a Finger food party, which is usually small cold dishes, cut into small pieces such as Canape, buttered bread with sausage, bacon, spring rolls,... decorated attractively and eye-catchingly for guests to easily enjoy.
What to note when booking an outside catering party?
To have a perfect party, don't miss the following 5 notes:
Survey space and location for outdoor party
To choose the most suitable location for your outdoor party, you should consider factors such as: the number of guests attending, the arrangement of tables and chairs, whether the place you choose is suitable for everyone or not? Therefore, you should plan clearly and refer to a few places that can organize outdoor catering parties to choose the most ideal location for your wedding.
Party costs
Organizing an outdoor party is not cheap, so you should plan in advance the cost for each guest. In addition, there are also costs for drinks, service and other expenses such as transportation, decoration, sound, lighting... and some other backup plans.
Decorate backdrop when organizing outside catering party
The backdrop of an outside party generally does not need to be too elaborate, but must be attractive and in harmony with the surrounding space. You can contact a reputable wedding organizer for decoration. If you have your own decoration ideas, discuss the plan with them to complete it together.
Menu ideas
Finally and most importantly, how to build the perfect menu for an outside party. First, you need to determine which type of party will be suitable for the outside style, then choose a typical menu for each style. Then, refer to the restaurant menu to choose the most suitable dishes. In addition, the food on the menu also needs to ensure fresh quality and other processing criteria.
Where to book outside catering?
A meaningful and cozy outside party with relatives, friends or colleagues with delicious food, not too expensive, and quick preparation time is what everyone wants. However, not everyone knows how to arrange and calculate to have a satisfactory party. Don't worry, there are Catering Service Pasta Fresca's will meet all your party needs.
With many years of experience in organizing events and serving many customers with many different types of parties, Pasta Fresca is confident in bringing you the best and most satisfactory service experience. Please contact Pasta Fresca for immediate consultation!