One of the questions recently emailed was how to upstaged an event.. In other words how do u turn a not so expensive event into something that looks, feel and of course taste expensive.
The answer for this is simple, yet complex according to your taste. It all starts with the feel and environment of the venue. If you walk into an event with plastic utensils, coverings and eatery. You will most likely classify this as a " low budget " event from the door.. As "Event Goers" our minds are usually made up about the event from the minute we pull up into the parking lot of the venue up until we walk through the doors. Knowing this, it is important that you capture the attention of your guest from the parking lot.
Step 1. If you are using a venue that requires guest to park either in a parking lot or on the street hire a Valet Company. This will increase your party goers experience and it is the first impression that your guest will get of the party.
Step 2. Use clothe everything. Using clothe table clothes, napkins and chair covers (depending on the event) will give the event that extra classy look needed.
Step 3. Of course you need to use real silverware. It doesn't have to be expensive most people pay attention to if its plastic or glass not if it's fine China or Walmart's brand ( besides Walmart has some good China)
Step 4. You don't have to go broke decorating for your event. Have a color scheme or theme and keep the whole event consistent with that theme.
Step 5. Try hiring wait staff or use friends if need be. Waiters always add that last touch to an event it is what every guest wants; to be catered.
Step 6. Of course the food is the center piece of any event. Make sure you choose a menu that falls below your budget in comparison to the amount of guest expected. If its a casual event or black tie affair have food stations and use wait staff for champagne carrying.
Carry on like a Foodie!
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