Corporate Caterers, the nation’s leading business-to-business catering company, recently opened its 15th location in Houston TX. There are now 2 locations serving the greater Houston market and that marks the 4th location open in Texas. Corporate Caterers was founded in 1997 in Florida and began franchising in 2007. Their 15 locations are spread across seven different states so you’re never far from great catering service. Corporate Caterers was founded on the idea that great food, appealing presentation and reliable service are the three most important aspects of the catering business. Our catering system revolves around its strong website and easy online ordering features for the ultimate convenience. With features such as our rewards program and monthly specials, we’re dedicated to the highest quality customer service. ...read more

Providing food for corporate events is vitally important to maintaining an image. This is because one of the key elements of hosting any event is organization. The leadership of a staff displays his or her competence and proficiency by displaying a high degree of organization. When one chooses the members of the staff and planning committee for an event, he or she needs to consider all of the variables which may be involved with carrying the event through. Weather can be a seriously inhibiting variable to consider and so can the service providers you choose to facilitate the event’s organization. The desired music providers may not be available or the special guest may not be able to attend. However, if there is one hired service you should always be able to count on; it should be your catering. Food services make or break the mood and atmosphere on an event. This is why when a committee or an organizational leader is planning and preparing his or her next event, he or she must consider all the different pallets the guests may have. To create a certain mood in the room, the food must be both varied but themed so that the choices can please many while still contributing to the desired affect or theme. There is a high degree of professionalism involved in selecting the best food choices for a certain event. Most catering services are limited in their ability to vary the foods they can offer “on the go.” Many catering services in Tampa, FL boast an efficient work force, quick service and good food. These are all well and good, but they seem to be the bare necessities for a worthwhile catering service. What brings one catering service above another is the degree to which the service is willing to be flexible in food choice. For this reason, renowned catering providers like Corporate Caterers in Tampa, FL are committed to going above and beyond the expected value of a standard caterer. Often the choice of Tampa catering service is another variable to consider when planning the event. However, the expert chefs and the premium servers at the best corporate catering services desire to move away from the status quo. Instead of being a variable, the best caterers want to be a constant, unchanging facet of the event’s details. Of the most professional catering companies, Corporate Caters is happy to offer a vast variety of foods and flavors for every event imaginable. They can even help the event organization leader decide which food would be best for the desired effect. They want to be flexible, in food choice, time of operation, and all desired aspects of catering service. This flexibility means that the caterer can be a dependable service which you will not have to worry about when considering variable for your event. Commit to the correct caterer, and you will save much time and hassle from the decision making portion of the event planning and preparation. The experts at Corporate Caterers will facilitate the decision of meal plan and your planning can go smoother and easier. The best caterers are the ones who consider great food and top quality service the least they can do. They go a step further and provide flexibility for all needing corporate catering in Tampa, FL. ...read more

The point of a catering service is pretty simple; provide food. At its most basic level, that’s the task of a caterer. Food, however, is one of those things where simplicity isn’t the most practiced virtue. Being a caterer involves much more than just food. The top-notch catering companies in Tampa, FL, such as Corporate Caterers for example, know that their performance hinges on appealing to all five of a person’s senses. Providing excellent catering services is more than just cooking and serving food, it takes high levels of coordination and teamwork for a catered even to go off without a hitch. It’s common to see catering companies going beyond simple food service and taking on event management as a whole. Sight: Sight is arguably our most important sense, so it seems obvious that making food visually appealing should be a top priority. Some catering companies don’t put much emphasis on how their food is presented and that is a big mistake. The arrangement of the fare should be tasteful (no pun intended) and not over-done. You want the food to be visually appealing without looking like you tried really hard to make it so. People are very likely to pick food based on appearance alone so that makes presentation a major area of concern for a caterer. Smell: Much like sight, you experience the smell of food before you taste it. Smell is another powerful sense that can have a strong influence on the choices people make. Let’s use coffee as an example. It has such a unique and pleasant aroma that the smell triggers people to want a cup of coffee. Using the freshest ingredients and proper cooking technique is the best way to ensure that your food smells as good as it looks and tastes. Touch: Touch is an interesting sense because most people associate touching with their hands. Texture is very important when it comes to food. Some people won’t drink soda because they dislike the carbonation. My own sister refuses to eat coconut because she dislikes not the flavor, but the consistency. It’s important for catering companies to ensure their food is texturally appealing. Fruit and vegetables are a good example in this case. Fruits that are not ripe yet will be hard and bitter, like a green banana. Vegetables that are too old can get mushy and bruised. The freshest ingredients are the ones with the best textures. Taste: Obviously this goes without saying, but the food needs to taste good. Companies who specialize in catering in Tampa, FL are dedicated to providing meals that look and taste great. A catering company with terrible food isn’t going to last long at all. If you’re looking for a caterer then pick one with years of experience in the industry.  ...read more

Corporate Caterers provides top notch catering services. We offer hot and cold menus in addition to custom menus to ensure your satisfaction with your catering selections. We know office catering  inside and out and will always satisfy your expectations. Please call us at (813) 397-6579 or visit our website at Catering Tampa, FL. ...read more

At Corporate Caterers, our experience in office catering is what sets us apart from other catering companies. Our office caterers are experienced in providing tasty, fresh meals for office parties, training events, and other similar office related events. ...read more

Corporate Caterers provides reliable, timely catering for all kinds of business events. From business training events to large meetings, our business caterers will provide you with a satisfactory experience and most importantly, a full stomach. ...read more

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The Allan House's next Open House&Bridal; Showcase: Earth Day Fêtewill be Wednesday, April 21st from 5:30 PM -8:30 PM.As always, admission is complimentary. We will be featuring a selection of our favorite Austin wedding vendors.Don't miss out on the chance to mingle with some of the best in the business and be inspired by fabulous event decor!RSVPs are appreciated. Please emailintern@allanhouse.comto do so. Special Thanks to our Fabulous Vendors: Aimage Photography Blink Beauty Blossom's Floral Artistry Blue Note Bakery BZ Events Hill Country Events Honeymoon Guru Ilios Lighting Inviting Affairs Look No Further Entertainment Maihar Designs Mancino Iron Rentals Marquee Rents Objects of Confection Pascal's Catering ...read more

Spend an evening under the stars at one of Austin's most popular wedding venues Join usWednesday, March 3for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and entertainmentBe inspired by your surroundings and some of Austin's finest wedding professionals as you plan the details of your special dayWhere:The Allan HouseWhen:March 3, 2010 6:00-8:00 pmUnder a canopy of oak trees in the heart of downtown Austin, this restored historical home is ‘distinguished by timeless beauty and elegance'. Tickets are $5 when you reserve online athttp://www.weddingsunveiledaustin.com  {Admittance is $10 at the door.}Be present to win fabulous wedding giveaways!Free Engagement Session fromRojo PhotographyFree Engagement Session fromDaniel C PhotographyFree Engagment and Bridal Sessions fromRon Parks Photography$150 gift card toMaihar Design$50 gift cards toObjects of ConfectionFree truffles fromDelysia ChocolatierAnd many more… {raffle items are being added daily}Raffles will be held every 30 minutes.All attendees will receive a Weddings Unveiled signature tote filled with free gifts. ...read more

The Allan House's next Open House&Bridal; Showcase: Safari Soiree will be Thursday, January 21st from 5:30 PM -8:30 PM. As always, admission is complimentary. We will be featuring a selection of our favorite Austin wedding vendors. Don't miss out on the chance to mingle with some of the best in the business and be inspired by fabulous event decor! To learn more about The Allan House and our Open House please call us at 512-478-8653 or visit us online at http://www.allanhouse.com! RSVPs are appreciated. Please email events@allanhouse.com to do so. Special Thanks to our Fabulous Vendors: BZ Events Complete Music Crave Catering Dragonfly Designs Honeymoon Guru Lucky 13 Mobile Bartending Mancino Iron Rentals Marquee Rents Ron Parks Photography Say Cheese Photo Booth Simon Lee Bakery Twin Liquors Verbena Floral Design ...read more

Spend an evening visiting with Austin's Finest Wedding Professionals at The Allan House in the heart of Downtown Austin! Featuring: Renee's CateringBig Day Event ProductionsMarquee RentsHill Country EventsPayton Artisan ChocolatesSay Cheese Photo BoothsAnthology PhotographyMusic4Life DJ'sBlossom's Floral ArtistryPicture Perfect Spa&Studio;Inviting Affairs   Complimentary Admission. Parking is available in the church lot across the street from The Allan House.For more information please visithttp://www.allanhouse.comPlease RSVP toevents@allanhouse.com. ...read more

On the week of Halloween, a day that we all looked forward to as kids (who doesn't love free candy?), I bring to you my first wedding food trend: sweet bars. For your guests who come to your wedding with their sweet tooth handy, treat them to an assorted candy station during dinner. Not only does it add a look of richness and decadence to your event, your friends and family can get a quick fix before cake cutting time. The Allan House ...read more

The Allan House's Fall Open House and Bridal Showcase was a great success last month and an absolute joy to plan with all the fabulous vendors! As the wedding venue's  intern, I felt extremely lucky to meet all the flexible and generous people that donated their time for the night. Thank you to all the guests that came out, despite the chance of rain. We were so glad the weather cleared right before the event!A few snapshots from the night:Welcome to Fall Open House&Bridal; ShowcaseThe Allan House - Downtown Austin Outdoor Wedding VenueLaura from Marquee Rents was a huge blessing, providing tables and linens to die for! The green and oranges brightened the atmosphere and made our tables look dazzling. She was very organized and provided exactly what we needed.Blossom from Blossom's Floral Artistry was an amazing asset to the night. She brought in everything from pumpkins to flowers to lanterns for creating  fabulous fall centerpieces and decorating our house and grounds. She really tied the Ripe Delight theme together for us, and we could not thank her enough.The team from Pink Avocado made delicious food and displayed it beautifully. It looked wonderful, but tasted even better. They put a lot of time into the event, and we were so happy they participated.A spectacular night!For more pictures from the event check out ourFacebook page.Special thank you to all the participating vendors- Anthology Photography,Austin Hospitality,Blossom's Floral Artistry,BZ Events,Dripping Springs Vodka,Hill Country Events,Look No Further Entertainment,Mancino Iron Rentals,Marquee Rents,Objects of Confection,Pink Avocado,Salon by milk + honey,Say Cheese,Simon Lee,Twin Liquors, andUptown Valet.If you missed out on our Fall Open House, be sure to keep a look out for the next Open House this Winter on December 9th!Kristen P. ...read more

Mention The Allan House to Anthology Photography and receive 50% OFF Wedding Photography!!Visitwww.weddingphotos.comor call 512-535-2600 for more information! ...read more

We only have one Spring Saturday left and it's April 17, 2010! If you are looking for a wedding venue for the Spring, call us toady before this special date is taken! Our courtyard looks so beautiful in the Spring when all of the flowers have blossomed and the weather is perfect. Visit http://www.allanhouse.com or call us at 512-478-8653. ...read more