Your guide to successful catering for large groups


Catering to a large group of people can prove to a daunting experience. It is not the same as organizing a family dinner or throwing a cocktail party. It calls for more time, money, and the food of course! However, a little planning can save you from all the hassle says Rajeev Mittal, the director of the major player in Railway catering — RK Associates.

 Listed below are some of the best tips by Rajeev Mittal of RK Associates for catering to a large group of people:

PC: freepik


1.      Confirm the number of guests
The first and the foremost thing you need for planning an event is an estimated number of guests. It will help you in deciding the menu and the number of pots and pans you’re going to need. 

2.       The larger the group, the simpler and varied the menu
When catering to a large group, it becomes important to ensure that the menu has something for everyone.  After estimating the number of guests expected, you need to have an idea about their food intolerances and dietary choices.

3.       Stick to crowd pleasers
Experienced chefs and caterers at RK Associates, believe that including the most commonly-loved and popular food items in the menu can prove to be a safe option when cooking for a large number of people. The golden rule is to include a good variety of dishes which are easy to cook. 

4.       Prepare the ingredients well in advance
Preparing all ingredients for the dishes in advance can prove to be of great help. It will ensure that you’re not running around and stressing at the last moment of the event day. Also, it is advised to make a check list of all the ingredients to ensure that you don’t miss out on anything.

5.       Ask for help
Cooking for a huge number of people is difficult to be managed single-handedly. Seeking help from an assistant chef or any family member can simply your work and help you in managing the event.

 Well, there you go then! Here’s all what you need for throwing a good party.


Comments

  1. Sandrina23 September 2018 at 11:40

    I agree with your points. Professional catering is important for every events with large quantity. Good luck with your best service.

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

About Rajeev Mittal RK Associates

Image
Rajiv Mittal, the Managing Director of RK Associates, is a visionary with a vast experience in the hospitality industry. He is the man behind the amazing food services in the Indian Railways network.  RK Associates, led by Rajeev Mittal , aims to provide train travelers with high-quality food that meets the set government safety standards. A stickler for perfection, the MD ensures that the company operations are always in full swing. Together with an experienced team and state-of-the-art infrastructure, Rajiv Mittal, RK Associates MD has been working towards providing top-notch and uninterrupted catering services to the railways. RK Associates shares a glorious 50-year companionship with the hospitality, tourism, catering and advertisement industry. Working consistently with the Indian Railways for the past two decades, RK Associates has taken the concept of ‘Meals on Wheels’ to a whole new level. A team of well-trained professionals, with a collective experience of mo
Read more

Indian Railways Passengers Can Now Relish Scrumptious Meals on the Wheels

Image
The passengers of Indian railways can now enjoy scrumptious food on the wheels, as the authorities have regulated the food production standards. This will greatly improve the quality of meals served to the passengers. According to the reports, the government has tied-up with several vendors, taking a bigger step towards the betterment of Indian Railways. The set standards have been stringently implemented by the vendors. Rajeev Mittal , railway contractor, whose chefs prepare 10,000 meals in a day, for the express Shatabdi and Rajdhani trains, everything is hygienic and clean in the kitchens. The chefs take special care of utensils, maintaining separate stocks for vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The entire staff is well-trained, and the highest level of personal hygiene is maintained. While consistent hygiene is largely welcomed, the homogenization of recipes has faced criticism in the past. To eliminate this problem vendors have taken their foot down. "We
Read more

Comesum led by Rajeev Mittal RK Associates serves wide-variety train food on the go

Image
Traveling via train is arduous, but I prefer wheels over wings because you get to see the regional culture change along the way. Starting from the  Khadiboli­ -speaking Delhi, I’ve seen the language change to  Bundeli  and then to  Bhojpuri  till I reach the state of Bihar. Sanitation and cleanliness have been drastically improved in the trains. However,  one thing that still needs a lot of development, is the catering service. Luckily, things are developing speedily. In the late 90s, I remember, train food looked like a poor man’s gruel, devoid of taste, accompanied by uncooked rice. Now, the quality has positively changed. Private players have been given a chance to work with IRCTC to bring the rail passengers restaurant-grade hygienic and delicious food. I tried Rail Restro, TravelKhana, and a few more companies that deliver food to passengers from local restaurants at a stop. The one that really stood out, was Entrepreneur Rajeev Mittal RK Associates’ Comesum (Using Rajeev
Read more