Why Hire a Caterer?

Mar 15, 2023 | Annapolis, Catering, Morrisville NC

Do you have a special occasion or gathering with friends, family, or co-workers coming up soon? As you talk amongst yourselves, deciding who will handle which details, you find yourself drawing the short straw, and food is now on your To-Do list. No problem, how hard can it be? Planning and executing a successful catering event without help and expertise can be more challenging than it seems at first glance. Many things go into making even small gatherings smooth and successful.

We’ve all been to an event where things did not go as planned. Long lines, cold food, running out of favorites, missing essentials like serving tongs or napkins. The best intentions of people planning their own catering event are unfortunately not always enough to make it a success. The experience and expertise that comes with using a qualified caterer will make your event a success every time.

From the main dish to the smallest details, hiring an experienced caterer is crucial for a successful event. Trusting your experience to a company that is certified to safely handle, prepare, deliver, and serve your meal will leave you with less stress and more time to enjoy. 

Meaty St. Louis Style Ribs

In the amount of time it would take you to drive to the first store in your quest to gather supplies, you can place an order online or call to speak to a catering expert. Take the guesswork out and work smarter, not harder. Working with an experienced and reputable catering company will save you stress, time, and money.

Hosting a successful and well-planned event will leave a lasting impression and positive memory for you and your guests. The opposite is true for events that do not go as planned or where important details fall through the cracks. 

I realized very early the power of food to evoke memory, to bring people together, to transport you to other places, and I wanted to be a part of that.”José Andrés Puerta.

Red Hot and Blue has been providing catering for our guests since the 1980s. Our team knows how to help make your event a success, and we’ve made it easy to order. In many instances, self-serve buffets are a great way to go. We have several packages to choose from, which you can customize with your favorite meats, sides, desserts, and beverages. Visiting our website to place an order will require less time than the first of many trips you would need to make to different stores for supplies. For events that require someone to help serve your meal and clean up afterwards, we have dedicated experts available by phone who will work with you and discuss the details. 

Whichever option you choose, letting us do the catering for you will save you time and effort and lead to a less stressful experience than trying to pull it together on your own.