Creating a Popular Trendy Menu for a Large Crowd

Creating and choosing a menu for a large crowd can be daunting even to the most seasoned party planner. The WOW! Factor of Atlanta specializes in planning and catering large corporate events. Over the years we have learned what works well with larger groups and different agendas.

 

Small Bite Sized Appetizers

Keep your guests mingling with multiple stations of wide range of flavors in individual servings and impressive displays of cheeses, fruits, and vegetable crudités.

• Gourmet Dips- creamy hummus, spinach dip and artichoke dip served with small julienne vegetables such as carrot, celery, zucchini, summer squash and cucumber served in shot glass size cups.
• Gourmet popcorn or nuts in single serving cups.
• Pinwheels Sandwiches- offer portion flexibility, cut small or larger for heartier appetizer servings
• Mini crab cakes offer a budget friendly way to add seafood to your menu

 

Individual Creations

Make your event fun and memorable! Let your guests create and build their own desserts. It sparks conversation as guests compare notes on newly discovered or favorite combinations.

• Ice Cream Sundae Bars – A recipe for smiles with crowds of all ages

• Yogurt Parfait Bars- A variety of yogurts with an even larger variety of granolas and dried fruits and nuts make a very heath aware choice. People in general are much more aware of their health and fitness; they enjoy any “indulgence” that doesn’t completely un-do all their hard work in the gym.

Offer new or interesting ingredients that your guests will enjoy experimenting with: chocolate covered sunflower seeds, childhood cereal favorites, sweet & salty flavor combos such as pretzels, chips, nuts with honey, syrups, & chocolate

• Other Bar Ideas

• Trail Mix
• Cup Cakes
• Crepes
• Waffles

 

“Bars” can be created around many cost effective foods.

Sweet Stations

Sweets are always a welcomed part of any party menu; why not make them the star attraction?

• Cupcakes & Cookie Buffets

  A wide variety of tempting choices displayed at different stations fosters mingling. Take it to the next level of elegant, fun and offer milk in stemmed glasses for a non-alcoholic “Milk Toast”

• Candy Stations

  Can be a budget friendly, fun alternative to cocktail hour. Nostalgic favorites or colorful combos that follow your theme are always a big hit. Include small branded bags so a little of the party goes home with everyone

• Pies

  Are fast becoming the popular indulgence with gourmet creations made of seasonal flavors such as Pumpkin Cranberry Bash and decadent combinations such as Chocolate Raspberry Bash, no one will be able to resist!

Eco Friendly

Whatever your event reason or theme, give your guests another level of “feel-good” by letting them know your event is environmentally friendly!

• Recycling- prominently displayed containers for recycled items let’s everyone know the event is being responsible when it comes to wastes
• Eco-friendly bottled beverages, plates, & utensils are becoming widely available and more cost effective. Ask your caterer for these options.

Including recycling drives for items such as books, cell phones, batteries, or computers is a great way to party with a cause!

“Haute” Hot Dogs

Hot dogs have come a long way from the ball park and are becoming a popular menu choice for corporate functions.

• Make sure the set up is impressive, serve all beef dogs from NY style hot dog carts
• Offer the true New York or Chicago Dog experience with all the traditional fixings or push your hot dot menu even further outside the box with a variety of flavorful toppings
• a variety of shredded or crumbled cheeses
• marinated vegetables like olives or artichokes
• pickled vegetables like banana peppers or jalapenos
• sun-dried tomatoes
• hummus
• bacon
• pickle spears or slices
• pimento cheese
• guacamole
• fruits like pineapple, pears, avocado or apple slices
• nacho cheese sauce
• salsa
• pesto
• teriyaki sauce
• any type of sauce that complements the type of dog you’re serving

Don’t forget the usual hot dog toppings, like mustard, ketchup, chili, sauerkraut and relish for those guests who crave a classic dog

• Variety of buns
• potato
• white
• sesame seed
• French roll
• even a tortilla for a Mexican-style dog!

Don’t forget the vegetarians! Vegetarian dogs should always be available for your guests who do not eat animal products.

Whether your next event is for 100, 1,000, or more and you are in the metro Atlanta area, The WOW! Factor of Atlanta can be your secret weapon for a successful event. Our experienced event planners will guide you through all the decisions necessary, to cover every detail while keeping your party’s purpose and budget in mind.

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