With one of the busiest seasons behind us we can now take a much needed deep breath and recap on our many holiday parties. We started December off with a bang by catering a 1,300 guest holiday party in Audubon, PA. Combining casual dining stations, appetizers and cocktails this bi-annual celebration of the season is certainly worth regaling in all of its glory.
As guests entered they were greeted by Charles Dickens style carol singers, apple cider, egg nog and coffee. Once upstairs, our greeters handed out name tags and guided guests to the many avenues to food and drinks.
One of the first stops along the path was the antipasto room complete with festive holiday décor and a vast array of Italian specialty meats and cheeses. Thinly sliced Soppressata , Proscuitto, Loma, Lonza, and Coppa were displayed on large porcelain platters at varying heights to create dimension on the table. Gorgonzola, aged provolone and marinated fresh mozzarella were nestled in porcelain wave bowls, balanced on wooden slabs to enhance the rustic appeal of the display. Accompanying items included classic shooters, marinated sun dried tomatoes, roasted artichokes, imported olives, Po River onions, roasted red peppers, classic Bruschetta and herbed Focaccia.
Behind a triangular homemade red wine station was the make and take fajita station. With all the classic fillings and toppings, guests were able to create their own plate with all their favorites. The station featured marinated grilled beef and chicken topped with guests’ choice of sour cream, shredded cheese, guacamole, sautéed peppers and onions and many more options.
Later on in the evening guests were treated to a one of a kind martini bar complete with an ice sculpture in the shape of the company’s logo that even contained an ice luge for chilling liquor.
With so many wonderful stations, we couldn’t possibly include everything in one blog. Check back for our next feature on this holiday celebration. In the meantime, follow this link to see our past blogs about this one-of-a-kind holiday event.
