Enjoy the evening with specially crafted food, drinks, and desserts!
We’ll be there, along with other vendors from The Thursday Club’s exclusive preferred list, serving one of our favorite dishes and answering any questions you might have.
When it comes to planning your prom, it should be as smooth and stress-free as possible. Therefore, it is essential to choose an experienced and trustworthy San Diego party catering company. There’s no limit to your imagination, and we love a challenge! By selecting the best prom catering team, your event will come to life. It may even exceed your expectations!
Worry-Free, Only Fun, Prom Planning with Personal Touch Dining!
Beverages
A Variety of Exotic Shakes/Drinks/Juices
Try a beverage menu that consists of unique mocktails. Or, step it up a notch and add gourmet ice-cream topped shakes. These colorful drinks, paired to match the theme, will be a playful addition to any event. For your featured menu item, consider adding a signature drink named after your school. Your peers will love it!
Coffee Bar
With the rising popularity of small cafes, why not have a coffee bar at your catered prom event? Think about providing cafe-staples such as nitro, cold-brew, and dairy-free choices. Guests will appreciate the flexibility of several options. If possible, have the coffee bar supplied by your caterer, or from a local coffee shop. Make sure to have an expert barista running the show. This way, your guests will be thrilled to order coffee to their liking.
Popular Appetizer Options
Finger Foods
With a big and social crowd, we encourage serving finger foods and bite-sized portions. This way, you will make it convenient for guests who like to dance and mingle. Additionally, smaller servings will enable guests to try a bit of everything. Try to portion servings in individual cups, as opposed to stationed bowls. If you do, your guests will be free to move around the party.
Taco Bar & Mini Mock-garitas
Who doesn’t love tacos? These Mexican staples are an excellent option for prom catering. With endless toppings and combinations, tacos are always an excellent choice for parties. Add mini mock-garitas, and you have an instant crowd-pleaser.
Chef’s Table
Does your catering company have an imaginative chef? If so, ask if the chef would be willing to conduct a hands-on demonstration of a favorite dish. This way, guests can see the food prepared, and connect through the immersive, shared experience. It is both interactive and appealing to the senses!
All American BBQ
BBQs are a perfect option for a Summertime celebration. Consider an outdoor BBQ featuring a smoked dry rub brisket, pulled pork, and shrimp on the barbie. Pair it with local craft beer on tap or lemonade. This way, you have the perfect combination for your summer prom.
Hawaiian Luau
Another option to consider for a large, casual event is a Hawaiian Luau-themed prom. By smoking a whole Kalua pig smoked in tea leaves for hours, it becomes a tender, flavorful entree. Add pillowy Portuguese Sweet Bread, baked Mahi Mahi, and fresh Tuna Poke to round out the menu. To create the right environment, consider decorative hibiscus flowers, pineapples, and fruity cocktails. As the overall theme of a Luau is to entertain a large gathering and enjoy a feast, Luaus create the perfect environment of bringing people together.
Cultural Menu Favorites
International Cuisine
When hiring a caterer, it’s essential to find a company with a wide range. For example, your caterer should have expertise in different cultural cuisines. This way, it will help to create unique dining experiences. Instead of staple foods, why not serve Korean BBQ, or Halal Chicken and Rice?
Italian
A hearty winter pasta themed prom is a crowd-pleaser. For example, try hearty dishes such as Baked Ziti, Lemon-Basil Ricotta Stuffed Shells, Spaghetti, Carbonara, Fettuccine Alfredo, Lasagna.
Each Personal Touch Dining Prom Automatically Comes With:
A Four- Hour Event, Two-Hour Set Up and One Hour Clean Up
Uniformed Event Staff, Disposable Serving Ware
All Needed Cooking Equipment, Buffet Tables with Linens, and Beverage Tables with Linens
Complimentary Fully Decorated Food Stations and Chaperone Coffee Station
Final Thoughts about Prom Planning
As you can see in the examples above, each tailor-made prom plan will suit the theme of your event. These are only a handful of possible ideas and meant as a starting point of things to include at your prom.
An experienced catering company will tailor your prom details to your needs. An established catering company will also provide you with options and fulfill your exact needs through their connections in the industry. For example, we strive to provide the very best in catering services for our clients, and with the utmost care.
With our years of experience working in food & beverage catering, we will take your ideas to another level beyond your wildest imagination, created especially for you in mind. We make the process convenient and stress-free, so our clients can sit back and enjoy their event of a lifetime. Don’t leave your catering to chance. We don’t just bring your creative ideas to life. With our expertise, we elevate your initial vision to be the best it can be.
Another stunning wedding reception at the Darlington House!
Working in collaboration with Back Patio Event Design was a dream, and we loved celebrating Charnel and Munyoki’s special day!
This venue is so timeless in its classic beauty; the vintage elegance is unparalleled.
Our staff always take such care with setting the dining tables, especially when there are so many gorgeous details involved!
During cocktail hour, we served guests delicious appetizers and craft cocktails, like our Apple Ginger Sparkler!
Our fresh Bruschetta on crunchy Baguette Slices, drizzled in a tangy Basalmic Reduction, and topped with fragrant basil is a crowd favorite.
Their family came from all over the world to celebrate with the happy couple, so having a globe sign-in book was such a fun idea!
Pacific Entertainment, the DJ that evening, brought the newlyweds to the dance floor for their First Dance as husband and wife.
The sweetheart table, a true royal dais, looked like a work of art!
For dinner, guests went through our hearty buffet, eating their fill of our Herb Crusted Mahi Mahi, Rustic Chicken, and Rice Pilaf.
Our skilled staff expertly poured champagne for the toasts.
The dazzling three-tiered wedding cake, baked by Cakes to Celebrate, looked like one of the gorgeous decorations with all of its gold embellishments!
The happy couple also had a Candy Bar, filled to the brim with all white candies, where guests could pick their favorites and make goodie bags to take home!
We love a loud crowd for a fun Grand Exit!
Glow sticks and bubbles always make these pictures pop!
We were so honored to help these two celebrate their love, and we wish them all the best in their future together!
Welcome to Part Five of our Wedding Themes We Love (WTWL) Series!
Are you looking for a more laid back, even “Lazy Loving,” kind of vibe for your wedding?
Our experts found a couple of great theme examples paired with the perfect dining experience for each!
West Coast/ Beachy
Beach weddings are always a favorite for couples and guests!
The soft breezes, salty air, and vacation escapes are reminiscent of Part Four of this series if you want to mix a little tropical travel into your wedding motif.
Photographer: Alyssa Boynton Photography
Have fun with your bridal party, and incorporate some cute beach details into their ensemble.
We love these mermaid earrings, and groomsmen could sport some themed socks or ties on the big day!
Photographer: Logan Cole Photography
This smart couple used an old oar from a thrift shop for their sign-in book, and it’ll look so chic as decor in their future home!
The best part of this theme is that anything that washes up could be perfect decor with a little TLC.
Spice up your linen options with a fun pattern.
These broad stripes are fun and just nautical enough to give the tablescape the right feel.
The escort shells are eco-friendly, long-lasting, and so darn cute!
Just find some on the beach and make a night of it with your friends and their most delicate handwriting.
Pull centerpiece inspiration from the beach!
We love the look of this “Coral Garden” made from a few succulents and a sea star.
Have some fun in the sun!
Beach weddings are the perfect excuse to let loose. Ask your photographer to have fun with your photo opportunities, and we’re sure they won’t disappoint!
Deep blue goblets and watercolor table numbers are an elegant way to keep the ocean idea subtly running through your tablescape.
Photographer: Alyssa Boynton Photography
Repurpose that junk surfboard for your seating chart!
All this idea took was a little black chalkboard paint and a steady hand.
Venue: Darlington House of La Jolla
This theme is super flexible for dining styles, and our experts love the idea of a Buffet style, but all three of our suggested methods work!
If you’re looking for a set up on the classy scale, a seated dinner would add a little formality, especially while your guests are going to be admiring the hard work you put into your tabletop decor.
The Moving style dinner is another excellent choice if you know your guests are likely to want to kick off their heels and eat while they dig their toes in the sand.
Garden Party
This type of wedding is just as relaxed as a beach wedding, but there’s no need to worry about sand in your shoes.
Garden Parties, like Beach Weddings, are lovely in their versatility. It’s easy to make your event more casual or formal, depending on your tastes by including a few small details.
Venue: La Jolla Women’s Club
Garden parties work perfectly for couples who want a romantic feel without overdoing it with excessive, expensive florals.
Charming tents fit right in with this theme and are fantastic for a little added shade for your guests during those peak hours in the sun.
Venue: Martin Johnson House
If you’ve got craft skills or are interested in DIY decor, this type of wedding would be perfect.
This theme is casual, and we’ve seen couples stick with traditional dining styles, such as a Buffet dinner, and love it.
A new and fun idea we would love to see during cocktail hour is a combination of a Buffet and a Picnic!
Encourage your guests to grab a basket and travel along an appetizer station, filling their baskets with tasty snacks as they go. At the end, offer guests small blankets to promote lawn lounging in groups!
Day/Brunch Wedding
Fun, comfortable, and finished before sunset, this type of wedding is a delightful treat we wish was more common!
Perfect for Sunday Events or couples who aren’t looking for a lot of fuss, just quality family time.
Try a lighthearted floral plate to add to the Brunch vibe for your tablescape!
Photographer: Sara France Photography
Sunny mornings should come with all the right accessories, and we love the idea of parasols as wedding favors!
Photographer: Sara France Photography
Much like a Garden Party dining style, Buffets are perfect but make it a breakfast buffet, and we’re sure your guests will be thrilled!
A Moving style or having multiple Breakfast Stations would be a step up and provide a more extensive selection for guests who are picky eaters first thing in the morning.
Contact our talented Coordination Team for a relaxing planning process for your event!
Keep an eye out for Part Six of our WTWL Series, where we focus on Rustic Charm!
Welcome to Part Four of our WTWL (Wedding Themes We Love) Series!
In this section, we’ll stray away from generalized “Moods,” such as we’ve shown represented in a Romantic or Modern theme.
Instead, we’re shining a light on Specified Subject Themed Weddings.
Some couples have a distinct shared event, pin-pointed hobby/interest, or even holiday that they feel defines a significant part of their relationship, and that subject steers couples towards the theme of their special day!
Travel
Here’s a theme that has become super attractive to young adventurous couples recently!
We’ve seen so many creative ways to incorporate travel into the smallest details for a wedding.
Above, a talented couple was able to recreate the Adventure Book from Disney’s “UP!” used as their suggestion/sign-in book where they asked their guests for new travel destination inspiration.
Guests can even pick up personalized ticket/escort cards to find their seats, seen below!
Photographer: Fleeting Fox Photography
This witty Flight Attendant had her garters custom made from pieces at her job!
Photographer: Fleeting Fox Photography
Have guests sign an atlas to use in your future travels!
Like being dropped into a jungle, minus the heat and humidity, a wedding in a garden venue such as the San Diego Botanical Gardens, would be a perfect affordable tropical escape.
Venue: San Diego Botanical Gardens
This happy couple brought the exotic beaches of Cuba to their big day through the use of palm fronds.
If you and your love are fans of any fictional world, we’re talking about anything from Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter, or Game of Thrones here is some inspiration!
The Cake Topper is often a personalized reflection of the Bride and Groom, why not make it a fun version of yourself?
Photographer: True Photography
After your event, using the centerpieces as your guests’ wedding favors is a sure way to immerse them in your favorite fantasy world.
Holidays
Popular holidays such as Christmas, Halloween, St. Patrick’s Day, Valentine’s Day, etc. have been used as inspiration for a couple’s wedding theme as well.
These dates can be attached to important cultural events or meaningful family moments that are influential enough to be an underlying spirit throughout the wedding.
Are you looking for a little extra luck on your big day? In the picture above, the couple wanted to celebrate their strong connection to their Irish roots, and threw their wedding on St. Patrick’s Day!
A white winter wedding can be like a second Christmas with the chilly weather and gathering of family. Subtle decor, like the pinecones below, can be a discrete nod to the holiday season without covering everything in tinsel.
Photographer: ABM Photography
Hobbies
Whether it be a specific sport, activity, or shared interest, if you and your loved one share a passion, why not bring it into your wedding planning?
Photographer: True Photography
For example, this couple wanted to bring their love for Baseball into their celebrations for loving each other!
Photographer: True Photography
This caffeine craving couple custom printed their favorite drinks onto their toasting glasses!
Photographer: Dapper Images
All in all, a wedding day is all about celebrating love!
If a couple loves a particular subject almost as much as they love each other, use it as a launching point for a wedding theme!
Chances are, it’ll be no surprise to any friends or family who know the happy couple, and everyone loves a customized wedding.
Feel free to Reach Out to our talented coordination team for answers to any planning questions!
Keep an eye out for Part Five of our WTWL Series, coming soon!
The clock strikes midnight on February 15th. In that instant, romance is off the shelves, perched on discount racks, and tragically forgotten.
But if you’re up for a little more love in the air, BRICK is throwing their Winter Open House, February 19th!
The perfect belated Valentine’s date, or Galentine’s night out, this event will be a hopeless romantic’s dream!
From 6-9 pm, see us in action as we serve up our best, and take in all of the stunning love-inspired florals, rentals, and decor from other talented San Diego vendors.
This exclusive event is free for our amazing clients and their friends or family. So, click HERE to let us know if you’re interested in joining us!
We can see Small Plate or “Moving” Style dining perfect for this theme, but with its formal air, a Seated dinner could also be a smart choice!
Coming Soon!
Keep a lookout for Part Four of this series as we explore the Tropics, and some clever Travel themed weddings, (for those who can’t wait for the honeymoon!)
Looking for catering ideas for your next birthday event? You have come to the right place! When it comes to your birthday party, your celebration should be as smooth and stress-free as possible. Therefore, it is essential to choose an experienced and trustworthy San Diego party catering company. By choosing the best birthday party catering team, your event will come to life. It may even exceed your expectations!
Depending on your preferences, you may want a more casual, low-key celebration. Or, you may want a multi-course meal with a beautiful centerpiece as the highlight of your event. This is why it is important to book an experienced catering company. With the right team on your side, your party will be executed with style and creative vision.
Below are 12 Birthday Party Catering ideas to inspire you for your upcoming celebration.
Beverages for Your Birthday Party Catering
A Variety of Exotic Shakes/Drinks/Juices
Need to please a wide variety of age groups? Try a beverage menu that consists of unique mocktails. Or, step it up a notch and add gourmet ice-cream topped shakes. These colorful drinks, paired to match the theme, will be a playful addition to any event. For your featured menu item, consider adding a signature birthday drink named after yourself. Your guests will love it!
High Tea
Ideal for Spring birthdays, high tea creates a refined atmosphere for small groups. For fun, encourage your guests to come dressed in their finest attire. Once they arrive, your guests will sample an array of petite sandwiches, tarts, and pastries with their tea. Consider a tea menu with various options, such as herbal and fruit-infused brews. Also, be sure to serve a balance of savory and sweet food items.
Coffee Bar
With the rising popularity of small cafes, why not have a coffee bar at your catered birthday event? Think about providing cafe-staples such as nitro, cold-brew, and dairy-free choices. This will give guests the flexibility of several options. If possible, have the coffee bar provided by your caterer, or from a local coffee shop. Make sure to have an expert barista running the show. This way, your guests will be thrilled to order coffee to their liking.
Popular Appetizer Options
Finger Foods
With a big and social crowd, we encourage serving finger foods and bite-sized portions. This way, you will make it convenient for guests who like to mingle. Additionally, smaller serving will enable guests to try a bit of everything. Try to portion servings in individual cups, as opposed to stationed bowls. If you do, your guests will be free to move around the party.
Taco Bar & Mini Margaritas
Who doesn’t love tacos? These Mexican staples are a great option for birthday party catering. With endless toppings and combinations, tacos are always an excellent choice for parties. Add mini margaritas and you have an instant crowd-pleaser.
Birthday Party Catering Crowd Pleasers
Chef’s Table
Does your catering company have an imaginative chef? If so, ask if the chef would be willing to conduct a hands-on demonstration of a favorite dish. This way, guests can see the food prepared, and connect through the immersive, shared experience. It is both interactive and appealing to the senses!
BBQ
BBQs are a great option for a Summertime celebration. Consider an outdoor BBQ featuring a smoked dry rub brisket, pulled pork, and shrimp on the barbie. Pair it with local craft beer on tap or lemonade. This way, you have the perfect combination for your summer birthday party catering event.
Seafood Boil
Want guests to bond over great food and conversation? If so, a seafood boil may be just what you need. Start with fresh seafood and ingredients like corn, potatoes, and andouille sausage. Add some aromatic cajun spices and your guests will crowd around! This is an excellent option for casual, low-key events. It is both delicious and fun activity for all guests. Pair it with signature sweet tea, a Southern classic.
Hawaiian Luau
Another option to consider for a large, casual event is a Hawaiian Luau-themed birthday party. By smoking a whole Kalua pig smoked in tea leaves for hours, it becomes a tender, flavorful entree. Add pillowy Portuguese Sweet Bread, baked Mahi Mahi, and fresh Tuna Poke to round out the menu. To create the right environment, consider decorative hibiscus flowers, pineapples, and fruity cocktails. As the overall theme of a Luau is to entertain a large gathering and enjoy a feast, Luaus create the perfect environment of bringing people together.
Cultural Menu Favorites
International Cuisine
When hiring a caterer, it’s important to find a company with a wide range. For example, your caterer should have expertise in different cultural cuisines. This way, it will help to create unique dining experiences. Instead of staple foods, why not serve Korean BBQ, or Halal Chicken and Rice? Consider a mobile bar as well, such as a Michelada and oyster station. Or, add a cart that serves an array of tequila-based cocktails. This puts the food and beverages in a centralized location. It ensures your guests won’t miss any moments during your event.
Oktoberfest
Celebrate the fall with an Oktoberfest-themed celebration. Greet guests with themed hats and their own custom beer steins. So that guests have a memento of your event, consider a specialty photo booth! Menu essentials to consider are bratwurst + sauerkraut, schnitzel, and Bavarian pretzels. You can even serve various German beers on tap! To go all-out, consider hiring a traditional Bavarian band as the live entertainment. This will take the ambiance of your Oktoberfest-themed event to the next level.
Italian
A hearty winter pasta themed birthday is a crowd-pleaser. For example, try hearty dishes such as Baked Ziti, Lemon-Basil Ricotta Stuffed Shells, Spaghetti, Carbonara, Fettuccine Alfredo, Lasagna. Pair with a wine tasting menu and bruschetta appetizers.
Final Thoughts About Birthday Party Catering
The possibilities are only limited by your imagination. An experienced catering company will be able to tailor an entire event package that best fits your needs. And our expertise extends beyond catering. For example, if you need linens, decor, and china, you will benefit from an all-inclusive package.
The catering service you choose to work with should be able to help you assemble your event team. As an established caterer, we will provide you with connections to popular vendors. We at Personal Touch Dining strive to provide our clients with all the help they need to bring their ideas to life.
Let us create a special birthday party catering menu that you’ll remember for years to come. We’ll do the heavy lifting for you to focus on enjoying the event itself. That is our promise to you!
Planning a wedding? Not sure what to include in your reception? With the popularity of gourmet cafes, coffee bars are becoming a fun addition to wedding receptions. If you are considering including coffee bar at your wedding, below are some suggestions for staple items you may want to have at your event. Here are 7 ideas for what to include in your wedding coffee bar.
Themed Wedding Coffee Bar
Rather than a plain coffee station, consider having a themed coffee bar that suits the ambiance of your wedding. Below are some theme ideas you could possibly incorporate into your own event.
Classic Coffee Station
This is an option for venues opting for a simple, contemporary theme. This theme uses little to no decor apart from simple signage indicating what the station is for. Crisp white linens and refillable pots are commonly used for such a theme. Consider using a centerpiece behind the coffee station celebrating the couple for guests to sign, with individual sugar packets housed by small wooden boxes.
Vintage Coffee Bar
A vintage theme provides flexible options when it comes to decorative choices. This could consist of retro-inspired decor from the decade of your choice, or a Victorian theme. Try incorporating silver and glass elements with antique, vintage wood surfaces to add a touch of elegance.
Country Coffee Station
Common design elements used in Country-themed wedding coffee bars include large chalkboard wedding signage and wooden-slate tabletops. Custom mason jar mugs etched with symbols from the wedding are another addition to personalize the experience for your event.
Various Coffee Flavors for Your Wedding Coffee Bar
For weddings in cooler months, you may want to consider a variety of hot coffee options. Popular cafe items include lattes, cappuccinos, espressos, and mochas. Iced versions of these beverages for summer weddings are also an option.
You may want a seasonal flavor to match the theme of your wedding. Examples include pumpkin spice for an autumn wedding or peppermint for a winter event. Or, pair a favorite flavor with your wedding cake, such as a white chocolate mocha with a white chocolate cake. Additionally, you can feature a coffee-based dessert cocktail once afternoon becomes evening. Coffee and Kahlua shots are a popular choice.
The inclusion of hot cider, cocoa, and a number of loose leaf tea options for non-coffee drinkers ensures accommodation for all guests.
Custom Drinkware
For a more personalized approach to your coffee bar, you may want to include custom some elements. Personalized ceramic mugs can double as party favors. Alternatively, a convenient option is to-go cups. Personalized sleeves can display a custom message tailored to the event. You can try monogrammed toppings for your foamy lattes, and even monogrammed stirrers.
Treats and Condiments for Your Wedding Coffee Bar
In addition to beverages, cafes offer small food items to accompany their coffee. Some ideas you can borrow from these cafes include chocolate-dipped stirrers, biscotti, croissants, cake pops that match the color of your wedding, and assorted cupcakes.
You will most likely want a variety of dairy and non-dairy milk options for guests with allergies. Common cafe items include milk, cream, soy milk, and almond milk.
As another bonus for your guests, you can include a small selection of various mix-ins and toppings. These include, but are not limited to:
Whipped cream
Chocolate shavings
Sprinkles
Crushed peppermint
Creamer
Butterscotch chips
Marshmallows
Cinnamon sticks
Flavored syrups
The number of options available will increase the overall satisfaction amongst guests. These items can be part of a self-service coffee bar if you prefer. This will give guests the flexibility to mingle and customize their drink to their liking.
Final Thoughts about Wedding Coffee Bars
As you can see in the examples above, your wedding coffee bar can be tailored to suit the theme of your event. These are only a handful of possible ideas and meant as a starting point of things to include in your wedding coffee bar.
An experienced catering company will tailor your coffee bar to your needs. An established catering company will also provide you with options and fulfill your exact needs through their connections in the industry. For example, Personal Touch Dining strives to provide the very best in catering services for our clients. Every event we handle is handled with utmost care.
With our years of experience working in food & beverage catering, we will take your ideas to another level beyond your wildest imagination, created especially for you in mind. We make the process convenient and stress-free, so our clients can sit back and enjoy their event of a lifetime. Don’t leave your catering to chance. We don’t just bring your creative ideas to life. With our expertise, we elevate your initial ideas to be the best they can be.
