As a trusted and experienced San Diego caterer, event planning company, and connected vendor in the San Diego Entertainment Industry, we feel it’s our duty to help guide anyone towards the best recommendations for a successful event. While planning your event, avoid becoming one of the many horror stories we hear about. Don’t randomly select vendors without doing your research! At least check the company’s reviews from top review sites such as The Knot, Wedding Wire, and Yelp. If you see that the company has won awards or proudly displays referrals from other companies, you can trust that they’re trustworthy professionals.
When deciding on the right San Diego event catering company to fit your event’s unique needs, here are a few things to watch for!
Know Your Budget for a San Diego Caterer
When evaluating San Diego catering companies, it helps to have an overall sense of what you can spend, along with the level of quality you would like to see. If an expert catering company is close to or a bit over your expected budget, it will be worthwhile to have a conversation, especially if top catering is a priority. A highly experienced company will develop ideas and suggestions to work within your budget without cutting corners. Sometimes, clients hesitate to reach out if they are not sure the pricing will line up, but we are always happy to talk with couples and provide our best recommendations.
Ask About Extra Charges
When planning event catering for our clients or customizing an all-inclusive event package, we take the extra steps to explain each part of our process and what will be included. This promotes a shared understanding of the services provided, with no hidden fees or charges. We don’t believe in surprises that have not been discussed and approved. When talking with a San Diego event catering company, you will want to ensure they are fully transparent about their price structure (ex: whether they charge per guest), what your total package includes, and adjustments available to give you flexibility leading up to the event. An upstanding catering company will communicate well, make you feel comfortable, and answer any questions you may have.
Share Your Style
Highlight your personality on the day of the event! Through the venue, theme, and especially the menu served, you should be able to customize every last detail. When we are brought on as your professional San Diego caterer of choice, we want your event to be uniquely yours. As we get to know you, we will make recommendations that are reflective of your personal style. Along with time-tested favorites and seasonal recipes, we can look for ideas that are particularly suited to your preferences and tastes. If there is something specific that you have been dreaming about, share and inspire us. Clients may think that they should let the vendors do all the talking, but we want to hear from you!
