How to prepare for your next big party
The holiday season is almost upon us. Throughout winter, we all spend time with our loved ones - and what better way to spend time with them than with a party?
Whether you’re thinking about hosting a gathering for your closest friends and family or are preparing to host a corporate event for the season, you need to think about everything to make it a memorable event. Food is at the heart of any good party, but what do you do when you have multiple guests to cater for?
In this article, we’ll discuss everything you need to do to prepare for your holiday party, so you create an exciting and memorable event.
How to prepare for your next big holiday party
Whether you’re hosting 5 or 50, there’s a lot to think about when it comes to catering. When you’re busy chatting and sorting everything out on the day, you don’t want any extra hassle. So preparation is key. Here are some of our top tips for your next big holiday event.
Think about the food
Food is the heart and soul of any good party. But if you’re hosting, you don’t want to spend all of your time cooking and missing out on all of the chatting and catching up that has to be done. But there are a few tips and tricks that will get you well-prepared before the big day.
Before hosting any event, whether it be for close friends or work, preparing as much as you can in advance will help to ensure that you don’t have much to worry about at the event. Start by thinking about the food you want to serve - will you need caterers or can you manage it with a few helpful hands?
If you’re cooking yourself, make sure you choose a menu that can be largely prepared in advance. Think cold starters, mains that you can cook the day before, and easy, shareable desserts. That way, everything is sorted, so you can enjoy the party as much as anyone else.
Get the right supplies
There’s a lot to think about before you host a party. The location, the time, who you're going to invite…but one thing you don’t want to worry about is not having enough supplies for everyone.
If you’re hosting a catering event, it’s important that you have enough supplies for the big day, including cooking equipment, crockery, cutlery, and tableware. If you’re hosting a holiday party for several people - or a large group - you don’t want to worry about running out of knives and forks.
Once you’ve found out about how many people you’ll be hosting, it’s important to think about exactly what you need. Will you need extra cutlery, extra plates, or extra glasses? Once you have the number of people who will be attending, make sure you order all the supplies that you need.
How about disposables?
Disposables can make your party that much easier. Napkins are a must for every party, not only are they useful for your party guests but with a large range of colours they can really bring your party theme together.
If you want an easier clean up and to avoid breakages plastic tableware and disposable cutlery might be a great choice. Many of the options are reusable, made from recycled materials, and are recyclable themselves. We also have a great choice of plastic and polycarbonate glasses which are great for large events as they are durable, safe, and virtually unbreakable.
Keep it clean!
Although it’s not fun to think about, the cleanup is just as important as the party itself. And with COVID-19 still looming, it’s imperative to have all the right tools to clean up after your big event.
Whether you’re hosting a big event or a big family gathering, the right cleaning supplies can help make tidying up a breeze. Think about stocking up on cleaning supplies like cleaning wipes.
But did you know that there’s a lot you can do to keep your house or venue as mess-free as possible? For example, if you’re hosting at home, why not invest in an entrance mat so your guests don’t get muddy footprints all over your house?
If you’re hosting a bigger corporate event, make sure you invest in the right supplies - like clearing trollies and dish and glass washers.
Buying from Cooksmill
At Cooksmill we provide a wide range of supplies perfect for hosting any party. From cutlery to glassware to safety supplies, we have what you need to host an unforgettable party. Order today and get fast free courier delivery on orders over £60.
