As you plan your event, you may be required to review and sign a banquet event order. If you are unfamiliar with a banquet event order, check out my list of five (5) key things you should know when you receive one. 1. A Banquet Event Order (also known as a BEO) is a Binding […]
If you have begun your search for a wedding day caterer, we created a checklist that you can download and/or print the lists 12 questions you can ask during your consultation with caterers. It’s now a part of the Enlightened Creative guidebook titled, “Food Formalities: Your Planning Guidebook for your Wedding Day Cuisine.” It’s most […]
Is your final menu tasting approaching? I bet your fiance’ and you have been looking forward to it — And, you should look forward to it! It’s a fun experience! It’s also an opportunity to experience the food and service that will leave one of the biggest impacts on your wedding. As you prepare for […]
A Banquet Check is a standard document provided by the hotel’s banquet department or the caterer.
Your wedding cake is another one of those places where you can trim some of the fat (pun intended) from your wedding budget. Here are a few recommendations to help you trim the expenses without messing with the sweetness (again, pun intended) of your wedding cake. Don’t order enough wedding cake for all of your guests. […]
Cocktail receptions can be challenging when it comes to managing costs without affecting the overall quality. Here are some tips to help you keep costs under control.
The wine service during dinner is an area where excess can occur. Here are some controls that should help you keep costs under control without affecting the quality of the wine service.