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A catered breakfast is a great way to start the workday. From sweet to savory, there’s something for everyone. But a lot of breakfast items are made with eggs. From breakfast sandwiches to skillet scrambles, eggs are often a star ingredient. But what if certain team members don’t eat eggs or egg-based items start to stretch your company’s catering budget further than you’d like? The good news is there are still plenty of delicious and filling egg-free options that are sure to be a hit around the office. Whether you’re catering Wilmington NC breakfasts for the team or in need of catering for an early morning sales call, here are a few options. The Fruit-Packed Breakfast Bowl There are national chains and local caterers that specialize in breakfast bowls, including fruit-packed bowls. One popular type of bowl is the “acai bowl.” The exact ingredients can vary, but they can include dark berries (in addition to acai berries), bananas, coconut, chia seeds, and oats. There ...

January is National Soup Month. If there is one month to celebrate soup, January makes perfect sense. Depending on where you live and work, you might want nothing more than to stay indoors and in the warmth—complete with a bowl of soup. Of course, we still have to go to work. Thankfully, ordering soup directly to your workplace is easier than ever. You can be catering Dallas workplace lunches just for yourself or you can cater Lexington KY team lunches and get everyone involved. Either way, you can order hot, delicious soup for lunch. The question is, what kind of soup do you want? As you narrow down your search, here are a few excellent soups to consider! Keep It Simple, Yet Flavorful: Tomato Soup Hits All the Right Notes! Why not go for the classic? Tomato soup comes in all kinds of varieties these days. Depending on the caterers near you, you might find everything from simple and classic tomato soup to variations like tomato-basil bisque or tomato and red pepper soup. No matter...

The holiday season is an incredible time of the year full of festivity and—of course—food! However, in between all that festivity and food, many of us still have to head to work. While you might have some time off on the calendar, you’ll be at the office for most of December. While you’re working, it’s hard not to daydream about your favorite holiday foods. If only there was some way to satiate your appetite! Did someone say lunch catering? As it happens, many caterers offer seasonal menu items that can bring you the taste of the holidays. While some caterers offer complete holiday meals, when you need just a workday lunch, you might want something more office-appropriate. As you start catering Dallas work lunches this season—or work lunches anywhere in the country—here are a few catered dishes inspired by the holidays to have delivered to your workplace! The Holiday-Inspired Sandwich You may be familiar with the post-holiday leftover sandwich. It’s a delectable sandwich made with a...

We all have food preferences. There may be certain foods or cuisines you absolutely love. And then there are those you don’t. There may be certain flavors or textures that simply don’t work for you—and that’s okay. If you’re trying to feed a large group, you may run into occasional challenges when catering lunch or an event. Some people may have only a few food preferences, while others are picky to a greater degree. What can you do to make ordering easier without leaving anyone out? The next time you're catering Dallas office lunch or wherever your team happens to be, here are a few tips to keep in mind. Keep a Spreadsheet of Food Preferences It doesn’t get any easier than a spreadsheet! Start by sending out a team or company-wide survey about food preferences. You can ask questions about what kinds of food team members like and ask about their favorite restaurants or cuisines. You can also dive into specific foods. Ask questions like, “What are your favorite pizza toppings?”...

Whether one of your coworkers has a birthday approaching or you’re looking for a way to liven up your team’s monthly meeting, you can’t go wrong with ordering ice cream for the office. With a variety of flavors, toppings, and cones to choose from, this sweet treat celebrates the uniqueness of your team and is just downright delicious. The only tough part of planning an ice cream party is choosing the flavors. Does Debra from accounting love rich, chocolaty desserts? Is Dave from sales a fan of fresh, fruity flavors? Luckily, there’s a way to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Here are three ice cream flavors your coworkers might love. Perk Up with Coffee Ice Cream Most people start their day with a cup of joe, but not everyone has time to savor and enjoy their coffee every morning. If your coworkers have shared their weekday woes of long drive-thru lines and weak breakroom brew, treat them to something special with coffee-flavored ice cream. This rich, nutty crowd-pleaser ...

For many, summer is event season. They may plan team-building events, community block parties, company retreats, and other events that bring people together and get the team excited. Part of planning big events often includes catering. You may want to order food for everyone attending the event, since food can be a surefire way to get people excited about the event. However, ordering for a large group can be just as large a task. Whether you’re catering Dallas team-only events or inviting the whole community to celebrate with you, there are steps to take before placing your order that can make planning and ordering easier. Get an Estimated Headcount If you’re catering a smaller event, you may have an exact, or nearly exact, headcount. You know how many people you want to invite, and you can easily send out an RSVP email to get attendees' numbers squared away. If you’re planning a community-oriented event, getting accurate numbers can be more challenging but not impossible. Yo...

We all have those work days when the going gets tough. It might be one of those days when you watch as your task list grows and grows—and grows a little more. It might be a day when a critical deadline is moved up. No matter what causes a tense or stressful day at work, there’s one thing that can easily break up the day and help you find a little relief: a good lunch. April is Stress Awareness Month, and we can all use a little stress awareness in many aspects of our lives, including our daily work lives. As part of the awareness and as part of managing a stressful work day, it just might be time to order some of the top catering Dallas has to offer—or in any city where delicious food options await to help ease the tension of your day. Keep It Healthy and Wholesome Sometimes, when you’re stressed, going for a healthy and wholesome lunch can help make a difference. These are the kinds of foods that can bring nutrition and flavor to your day, foods that give your body and brain more...

We all have our favorite pizza toppings. Sometimes, all you need is cheese, or maybe you want to go all out with a supreme pizza. No matter what your favorite pizza toppings are, there are a few that can completely transform a pie. These are toppings that dial up the flavor of your pizza—but they may only appear on one pizza from any given pizza place, or they may be little more than an add-on. Some toppings can even be controversial (pineapple, anyone?). However, even controversial or underrated toppings can have their place when paired with other options. The next time you’re catering Dallas office pizza parties or office parties in your neck of the woods, consider adding one or all of these toppings! Turn Up the Umami with Kalamata Olives Black olives are a pizza topping classic. You can find them as an option at nearly every pizza establishment coast to coast. They have just a hint of umami. Kalamata olives, on the other hand, dial things up. In some cases, way up. Kalamata oli...

The end of the year is the perfect time to share your thanks with the people who help your business go ‘round. These are team members, customers, clients, vendors, and others who have contributed to your organization’s success. As you celebrate the end of 2023, sharing your thanks can be a meaningful gesture. It can bring people together and strengthen professional bonds. But how can you truly show gratitude to those who keep your business running like a well-oiled machine? Along with a nice email or meeting, there are plenty of ways to leave a memorable impression. It may be catering Dallas end-of-year workplace events, or it might be with an extra personal touch. Here are a few ideas to consider. Say ‘Thank You’ with Food Food is a reliable way to say thank you to just about anyone. As you think about how you want to celebrate your team, clients, or vendors, consider catering. If you have people working on-site, you can easily order catering for the team, but the same can be done ...

The final stretch of the year can be a busy time for most workplaces. From small dental offices to large hospitals, boutique marketing firms to cornerstone financial institutions, businesses everywhere are working to end 2023 strong. During these busy final months of the year, it can be hard to find time to take a lunch break, but it’s still absolutely essential. Thankfully, there are plenty of caterable foods practically made for busy days. When you’re catering Dallas businesses or organizations in any city across America, here are a few lunch options that keep things quick, easy, and exceptionally satisfying! The Quick and Convenient A lot of catered foods can fall under the category of convenience. You put in your order, it’s made, and delivered to you. Though the ordering and delivery process might be simple and easy, you don’t want food to distract from the task at hand. One of the quickest and most convenient foods is the sandwich. It’s a quick and easy lunch that provides muc...

Pizza is amazing—call this the understatement of the year. It’s easy to see why pizza is a go-to for events of all shapes and sizes. It’s easy to order, set up, and eat, plus you can find top-tier pizza in pretty much every city in the country. You can be catering Dallas workplace parties or events in Portland and order a stack of pies that will be gone in the blink of an eye.  But beyond being a delight for the taste buds and all-around satisfying to eat, what makes pizza so caterable? And why are workplace pizza parties so important? While there are lots of reasons behind the pizza craze, there are a few reasons why you should put a pizza party on the calendar this month. Pizza Parties Build Morale Workplace morale can drive productivity, directly impacting the organization’s bottom line. Work events and team bonding opportunities are perfect for boosting morale, and a pizza party might just do the trick. You can have pizza parties for any reason—it was a good month, a good qu...

Fun fact of the day: September is National Mushroom Month! It’s a celebration of the mushroom in all its forms, including the culinary form. Many local restaurants and caterers may even get in on the celebration by offering mushroom-inspired dishes. Mushrooms like morels, shiitake, lion’s mane, and portobellos can bring a lot to any entrée or appetizer. This September—and in celebration of the mushroom—when you’re catering Dallas team lunches or business events anywhere in the country, be on the lookout for these mushroom-inspired dishes. The Mushroom Burger If, by chance, you’re catering Dallas area lunches, events, or anything else—and you’re looking to expand your culinary mushroom horizons—Dugg Burger might have what you want. They offer a burger bar in the form of their Build-Your-Own Dugg Kit. This is a fantastic option for offices and larger teams, and you can order kits with traditional beef burgers, grilled chicken, crispy chicken, or portobello mushroom caps. Mushrooms ar...

Looking for wholesome catering options that leave you feeling uplifted? A lot of businesses rely on catering for team lunches. They may order every day or a few times a month. It’s a convenience and a perk a lot of businesses and teams love. At the same time, more businesses are adding wellness initiatives for their team members. As part of these initiatives, your company may encourage the staff to enjoy more wholesome meals at work. What does that look like? Whether you’re catering Dallas team lunches or elsewhere, here are a few inspiring choices to bring to the breakroom table.  Explore the Mediterranean with Wholesome Bowls Bowls are hot right now, and for a very good reason. They keep things simple and easy while being a great source of nutritious, fresh ingredients. If you’re catering Dallas lunches, take inspiration from CAVA. This growing national chain brings you some of the Mediterranean's best flavors. From the Greek Salad Bowl to the Lentil Avocado Bowl, plenty of wh...

You’re always looking for new ways to wow existing, new, and potential clients. Many businesses host client appreciation events, client workshops, or on-site seminars. They’re a great way to foster relationships with existing clients, and you gain a better understanding of their needs so you can serve them better. If you really want to impress at a client event, good food is a must.  Whether the event lasts just a few hours, all day, or all week, catered food keeps your clients happy and engaged. Of course, not every catered option leaves a positive, lasting impression. Whether you’re  catering Dallas  area events or anywhere else in the country, here are three cuisines to put on your event-planning radar. The Best Local Fare Always Wins Let’s say you are, in fact, catering Dallas area client events or seminars. Dallas is a food epicenter at the crossroads of barbecue, Southern comfort, and Tex-Mex. If your clients are coming in from out of state, you’ll w...

As hybrid work models become more and more popular, it can be a bit tricky to bring the whole team together at once. Whether your team members work in-office Monday, Wednesday, or Friday or pick two days to work from home, they still deserve a catered lunch when they are in the office or working offsite. Plus, catered lunches encourage employees to come back into the office and promote even more collaboration. Thinking about catering Dallas , Columbus, or a team lunch anywhere else? Here are four ways you can implement team catering in a hybrid work environment. Fine-Tune Your Food Spend Based on Usage When only some of your team is working onsite, you can spend less on catered lunches, but it might seem hard to find restaurants that can accommodate the flexibility you need. Given the flexibility in your team’s work schedule, rigid minimums and flat fees required by some restaurants might not work. However, the best catering partners offer better ways to control your budget. Look for ...

There’s nothing like the power of great food to bring people together. You don’t need to spend tons of money on expensive retreats or dinners out either. Making your team members happy can be as simple as getting bagels for breakfast or providing corporate catering at lunch. No matter the city, whether you’re catering Dallas lunch events or anywhere else in the nation, food can often be the common denominator bringing everyone together. Here are a few of the ways corporate catering can help improve team morale.  Encourage Team Bonding Because the team spends so much time in the workplace, it’s important that the culture is uplifting and everyone feels connected. But even the strongest teams can go through busy periods, which is why you should give them the chance to slow down and reconnect. Corporate catering allows staff to come together, mingle, socialize, and get to know each other better. A small gesture like hosting a catered lunch for your team members can go...