Posts by Joan

Hi, I think it would be great to use a Chocolate Fountain, however I don't know of anyone in my area that rents them, and I've priced them at close to 1200.00, I wouldn't have the opportunity to use it often enough to justify the...

Hi everyone, And Thanks in advance! I do a Brunch at a local Vineyard every year for Mother's day we have our regular stuff we can't do without (Omelets made to order, Crepe's Flambee'd at an action station and of course a variety...

Hey there! I had a 250 person cater about 6 years ago, we were doing three meals for the day, all of which were supposed to be cooked indoors on propane burners, the fire marshall refused the permit (last minute), the client was...

Hello, How about capers? Maybe red pepper flakes? Good luck!! Joan :)

I have to agree with Pete, I own a Cafe' & Catering company and allthough I go out of my way to look past piercings, tatoo's and branding, I do have difficulty with some of my clients allowing Servers and Chef's at their functions,...

O.K. Saucy, but I think it may take some time to get the "Lingo" politically correct!:lol: Joan

Isn't it funny how much effort goes into getting a bid? I find myself scrambling to get everything perfect for the initial send out because I hate to lose a cater, and quite often they are the extra low budget events, but in the same...

Thanks to all for your superb advice it has been taken to heart and I plan on setting time frames for correspondence with minimal charges for those over indulging. I also hired a new Chef today and he starts tommorrow, I had forgotten...

Hi again! I don't know what type of budget you are working with, but on the economical side how about: a mashed potato bar? Martini glasses, or champagne flutes for service with their choice of toppings,/ stir ins some suggestions,...

The last two messages hit the nail on the head. I do have a little trouble delegating, it always seemed easier to do it myself. And I have also had a few recipe mishaps with some previous chef's. I guess I need to find the time to...