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Any successful office party will include food and drink which is at the heart of any event. Most often the most difficult part of organizing and planning an event is deciding what to serve. Event planning for a successful party means deciding whether to have a cocktail party with appetizers, a full sit down dinner or a buffet that could also include setting up individual stations for larger events.

The time of day scheduled for a party or event will dictate the service type and food quantities. Don't forget that your colleagues' expectations will also impact this aspect of event planning. However, the biggest factor dictating the catering style you choose will be the budget you have to work with. If you decide to have your event on the work premises keep in mind the space will inform the service style. A formal sit down meal needs tables and chairs. Can your budget handle this style? Service staff will be required if you decide on this option.

Planning for a buffet style event means you will need tables to accommodate catering equipment. Space for a carving station is required if your party planning choices include a traditional roast beef or turkey. A cocktail style party with appetizers being served: use either presentation tables or wait staff to serve guests. An area for preparation will be needed for both of these party styles. The office kitchen can be a good resource in this case.

If you have to get the most out of a smaller budget, opt for the caterer to drop off your menu choices and then all you'll need is a table to set up the presentation.

Here are a few more tips to help you plan the perfect office party that will have everyone talking about it - in the most positive way -- for months to come!

- Food etiquette for your office. You know your workplace. Use that knowledge when planning any event. If you have an office full of women plan on having "pretty" food and something chocolate will be a sure hit. Perhaps yours is a construction business. Be certain to fill the gap with delicious home style portions..

- Be sensitive to the ethnic and religious requirements of the staff within your workplace.

- Quantity: How much is required depends on the number of people attending and the time of day your function is taking place. Luncheons usually require less than evening functions.

Appetizers for a cocktail party:

- Light: 3-5 pieces per person - Medium: 5-8 pieces per person - Full meal: 8-15 pieces per person - Dinner for cocktail parties: 15-20 pieces

- Renting China, Glassware and Cutlery will make any party planners life much easier and is eco-friendly. You should be able to rent them from your caterer. If you want disposable, choose a caterer that has eco-friendly items available. Have the order delivered the day before to ensure you are ready for the set up the day of the event. If you are missing items, early delivery gives you time to make wrongs into rights.

- Double up. Count on your guests leaving their glasses, plates and cutlery where ever they may wander. You will need twice the amount the number of guests you are planning on.

- Service. If you are not planning on hiring serving staff for your event a buffet is your most economical choice. Stack plates at the beginning of the buffet. Ensure guests won't have to perform a balancing act while serving themselves by placing cutlery and napkins at the end of the buffet.

- To ensure that all your guests won't have to wait in a crowd around one buffet table, think about setting up several. Naturally this depends on the space available to you and also be certain there are plenty napkins, plates and cutlery at each.

- The wow factor. If you have the budget go with butler service and provide your staff with an elegant experience that says they are the best.

Following these few simple food event planning steps will ensure you being the event planner your office needs for any party or event to be a success.

Food sets the mood. Great catering creates great party and event moments-and great catering is what Simply Elegant catering does. We understand how food can shape any party, event or meeting. Our chefs stand behind every bite to match you and your company's style and budget. Simply Elegant works with you to make sure your catering works for you and your event -- not against you.