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Holiday Catering Ideas: Make Your Event Memorable

Holiday Catering | Christmas themed catering

The later months of the year are the most festive of them all. The Phoenix holiday catering season kicks off just before Thanksgiving and continues on through the New Year.  From company parties to family gatherings, there are a few emerging trends this year. If you’re planning to host an event, here are a few things you can work into your day to make it the most memorable one your guests attend this year and perhaps into the coming ones as well.

Winter wonderland catering event

Wonderland Themed Catering Event

Winter wonderland themed catering eventAt first I was skeptical that a winter wonderland theme would work at Fresh Event Venue. For one, our venue has a lovely Tuscan feel, and winter wonderland seemed so modern I was afraid it would clash. Nevertheless, the event turned out stunning, and is one of my favorite events we have done at the venue.

Holiday catering table arraignment

Phoenix Holiday Catering Including Venue

Holiday catering table arraignmentWhether you choose to spend the holidays with us at Fresh Event Venue, or we come to your location, holidays are always better when catered by Fresh from the Kitchen! Our holiday catering services offer beautiful décor, delicious food, ease and convenience, no stress event planning, smiling staff, a well stocked bar, and of course amazing sweet endings.

Please enjoy some photos of some of our past holiday events, as well as take advantage of our holiday menu at Fresh Event Venue for a minimum of 40 guests for the month of December and January. (That’s right! Holiday party planning isn’t just limited to December only now).

New Years Eve brisket sandwich

New Years Eve Catering Event

New Years Eve cateringWho doesn’t like ringing in the new year? And what better way to do it than with a stylishly catered event? Last year Fresh from the Kitchen (FFTK) had the privilege to cater several New Year’s Eve parties, our favorite being that of Atlanta Brave’s baseball star Justin Upton and his fiancé Ashley. Held at their home in Paradise Valley, it was a swanky but down to earth affair. With the couples love for the South, and her love of Mexican food and also being vegetarian, it was fun to create the menu below.

BBQ rubs benefits

Dry Rubs and Marinades, What’s The Difference?

Dry Rubs and MarinadesThere are several different ways to prepare and season your meats and vegetables before barbecuing them. The top two of these are dry rubs and marinades, both of which are good in different ways. On top off that, are you confident in which type of meats below with certain marinades or dry rubs? Here are the pros and cons (and a breakdown) of each: