The Road to Miami: Prepping for Catersource: How to Make the Most Out of Attending

The Road to Miami: Prepping for Catersource: How to Make the Most Out of Attending

As we gear up for Catersource 2019 in beautiful, historic New Orleans, we can’t help but to reflect on the reason for the (conference) season – continuing education, putting in the coveted face time with your partners, and making industry connections. For the catering industry, this is the must-see event of the year, and the benefits are immeasurable.

With any conference, it’s crucial that you take the time to prepare, whether that’s packing the essentials or simply doing your research on the featured exhibits.

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Housekeeping Tips to Clean Up Your Business After the Holiday Season

Housekeeping Tips to Clean Up Your Business After the Holiday Season

Fortunately, this time of year is actually a great time for cleaning house — not just for catch-up purposes, but for planning ahead as well. After all, the new year is a great time for setting new goals and mapping out a strategy for the year ahead.

Now’s your time to reset and restart; here’s what our experts have to say about post-holiday housekeeping.

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Event Food Trends in 2019

Event Food Trends in 2019

It seems like every month ushers in new trends in the special events industry and, as event professionals, it’s essential to remain up-to-date with what’s catching clients’ eyes. Catering trends are especially vital because food can truly define an event and its overall guest experience.

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3 Creative Categories to Consider to Save Money on Food

3 Creative Categories to Consider to Save Money on Food

As we dive head-first into February, we’re continuing to see a primary focus on fresh ingredients and creative menus. However, as our clients become more experiential in how they approach food and beverage, it can leave those in the catering industry wondering how they’ll be able to afford to keep up. However, the demand for innovation and sophisticated palates doesn’t necessarily mean we need to splurge at every turn. In fact, there are quite a number of ways to creatively cut costs while still delivering the quality food that clients are seeking.

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Winter Reading & Listening List

Winter Reading & Listening List

For most of us, winter is the start of the off-season – a time when business slows down and we can finally take a breath after a busy year. While everyone certainly deserves a break, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to take a break from continuing your education.

Doing so doesn’t require that you take a full-on educational course, just take advantage of resources that you have right at your fingertips.

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