Eat, drink and be married

Loved the personalised menus at Sean and Mez's wedding reception. Despite it being all vegetarian to cater for the Bride and Groom, everyone loved the choices and only one guest kept asking for chicken!!

5 tips for ensuring your guests aren’t starving at your party

There's nothing worse than an under-catered party.

Anyone who’s been to one knows that you are constantly keeping an eye out for the waitstaff, spotting them from across the room. You keep one eye on them, trailing off your conversation with another party guest, hoping that they make it over to you with food still on the platter. They rarely do. Like seagulls, people descend on them, feigning politeness ('Oh, you have the last one. No really, you have it') when what they really want to do is take a whole platter off to a dark corner and stuff their faces.

When people look back on your party the next day, the last thing you want is for them to be talking about how hungry they were. Plus, with nothing to line their stomachs, you’re sure to have a few guests who are pretty embarrassed about their behaviour.

I attended a cocktail-style wedding last night where there wasn’t enough food, and it prompted me to share some tips for ensuring that your guests don't go home via McDonalds.

1. The ten-piece rule

The average person will eat ten canapés before they start to feel full - so ordering at least ten per person is the best way to keep your guests happy.

2. Cater for all tastes

Remember, not everyone is going to eat every type of food - so make sure there is plenty of variety. As someone who can't eat fish, I was left disappointed as the first six platters that came out last night were salmon and swordfish. By the time a non-fish dish made it to me, I was ravenous! Factor this in to the ten piece rule too - there needs to be enough platters for people to reach their quota even if they skip a few dishes.

3. Switch up the order

Once everyone has had one of something, take out a different platter rather than more of the same. Not only does this help those who might not want any of the first canapé, but it allows your guests to try each of your delicious dishes before they fill up.  Everyone likes to try something new - and by the time you bring out more of the same, it’ll only be the people who are still hungry that are still eating.

4. Get it out early

It can be tempting to space out the platters throughout the night, but in reality people want to eat pretty soon after they get to a party as it’s usually around the time they'd normally be eating lunch or dinner. Having two canapés per hour doesn't touch the sides and by the time the next lot comes out, it feels like you haven't eaten a thing yet, so you're starting from an empty tank again. People are generally good at knowing when to stop too - if you fill them up early, they'll stop saying yes to platters and they can focus on having a good boogie.

5. Leave something for the midnight snackers

There will always be those people who start to think of food again late into the night. Leave something out on the table for them so that they can find their way to it when their tummy’s start to rumble again. Last night, my saving grace was a beautiful carrot wedding cake of which I had a few pieces since it was all I could get my hands on.

Follow these tips and your guests will look back on your party with nothing but fond memories. Happy party planning!

Sophie McAulay

(Guest blogger)

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Christmas 2013

CHRISTMAS CATERING

After working so hard throughout the year, we all need a good celebration; get everyone together, exchange presents, have a few laughs, and enjoy the end of year celebration you all deserve. Don't worry about the food; we can take care of that for you!
At Salt of the Earth, we take care of Christmas party catering throughout Sydney. We have customised menus that have been designed especially for these events and include all mouth watering dishes at very affordable prices.
Christmas is our favourite time of the year and we love catering for it. Our clients and their guests have always commended us on our food, its layout, and our service. We pride ourselves on maintaining high quality food without compromising on its presentation and taste. Our chefs are trained and experienced in putting forward excellent dishes prepared to perfection. All the ingredients used in preparation of food for Christmas parties in Sydney are of the best quality.

Christmas Catering With Salt of the Earth Catering

Our service is second to none. Our team of trained and friendly professionals ensure that our customers get the best Christmas catering that they deserve. We strive to ensure that you get exactly what you require. We love to see our customers delighted when we they sample our canapés, and enjoy the knowledge that we've exceeded their expectations.
After getting in touch with us, you can rest assured that your Christmas functions in Sydney are already successful. You can trust our staff to get you the tastiest of food served in the most creative styles for your Christmas Parties, big or small. Give us a call on (02) 8407 9023 to book the best Christmas catering in Sydney.

Check out our menus here ...

http://www.saltoftheearthcatering.com.au/index.php/our-menus/christmas-menu

Catering Services

A good and efficient catering service for your party or event can take the weight off your shoulders. At Salt of the Earth Catering, we aim to do exactly that.
We provide premium catering services in and around Sydney. Whether it is a large gathering or a small get-together of just a few people, we provide catering services to all.
At Salt of the Earth Catering, we make each event special and memorable by providing the tastiest food displayed in the most creative style. All the guests attending will be enthralled by our catering services.
Our chefs, masters of their culinary skills, prepare exquisite meals that reflect their countless years of experience in the kitchen. We can provide you with a team of our friendly and professional staff to take care of the serving and taking care of your guests. You can enjoy your own party alongside your guests whilst we take care of the rest.
Our catering services are amongst the best in Sydney and we strive to be at the top. Our customers have always been delighted with our exceptional food service and layout. We pride ourselves on our return customers, having clients come back to us for a second taste is the best compliment we can get. Salt of the Earth is always with you at every step to make your event successful.
Don't take risks with your events throughout Sydney, ensure your party is the best it can be with Salt of the Earth Catering. Contact us to get a professional catering service at your doorstep ready to take care of your event.

Delivery

FREE DELIVERY FOR SUBURBS WITH POSTCODE 2085
If you only require our delicious food to be dropped off to you we can deliver for $35 to anywhere on the North Shore & Northern Beaches, Monday-Sunday, 7am-7pm.
(Further delivery charges apply for delivery outside of these areas, please contact us for a quote). Perfect for corporate functions or DIY occasions.
We can provide you with platters if you don't have your own, they are reusable and are yours to keep after the function.
We also provide you with cocktail napkins to go with your order - free of charge!

Staff Hire

We can provide you with professional staff to help your function run smoothly.
Chef $50 per hour (minimum 3 hours)
Waitstaff $35 per hour (minimum 3 hours)
Barstaff $35 per hour (minimum 3 hours)
Our staff are all trained in the Hospitality industry and will arrive in uniform ready to help with any of your catering needs. As well as delicious food, we pride ourselves on a high level of service and will always leave your kitchen spotless!

Payment

We require a 50% deposit to secure & confirm your booking.
This can be made as a direct deposit, cheque, money order, Visa, MasterCard or cash.
We accept MasterCard and Visa processed through PayPal.
Credit Card transactions will incur a 3% fee.
The balance can be paid on the date of your function in cash only.

Cancellations

Changes can be made up to 48 hours prior to your function. We will do our best to cater for your needs up until the last possible minute.
Cancellations within 14 days prior to your function will incur a fee of 20% of the deposit.
Cancellations within 7 days prior to your function will incur the full deposit.

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Salt of the Earth Catering

The Freshest Catering

    

We serve the freshest of food using the best, high quality, ingredients in our catering services throughout Sydney. Your guests will be amazed at the flavour of the homemade food; the richness of the taste is teamed with equally good presentation to provide you and your guests a feast.

Our food not only tastes good but looks every bit as good. Our team of professional chefs are constantly trained to keep up with the latest trends in the food world.

Our Team

Our chefs and staff will gladly assist you in your event so that you can stay stress free and enjoy the event alongside your friends.
Based on Sydney's North Shore & Northern Beaches we deliver to a wide range of Sydney suburbs including Sydney CBD, Eastern & Western suburbs.
Want to enjoy and relax without having to stress about food preparation? Leave your worries to us, we take care of everything.