Workplace holiday parties are a fun way to show employees how much you value them. A catered meal and festive drinks will make the event more enjoyable for everyone in attendance.
Food is often the biggest component of a party here are some creative ideas about for your next holiday party catering menu.
Cocktail Party
Whether you are hosting a small cocktail party or a full dinner affair, appetizers and bite-size dishes make the perfect way to show your guests that you care. For a festive touch, choose food catering items that are decorated with a holiday theme.
For example, add a dash of sour cream and dill to store-bought quiches or create a charcuterie board that features sliced turkey, brie and cranberry spread for a Christmas vibe.
A soup buffet is a great option for cold weather events. Including hearty options like tomato bisque and clam chowder will warm and comfort your guests. Pair your soup selections with salads and sandwiches for a complete meal you can even offer a do-it-yourself dessert station that lets guests decorate their own cookies!
Soup Buffet
A soup buffet is a cozy and delicious way to offer your guests a warm and satisfying meal. Offer a variety of hearty soups, like tomato bisque and clam chowder and pair them with a few salads or sandwiches for a balanced meal.
If you’re hosting a cocktail party, serve your food in small mugs for a social media worthy presentation you can even tie cute tags around the mugs and use them as favors to thank your guests for coming to the party.
For a fun menu idea, create a holiday-themed cocktail bar with drinks that are reminiscent of classic holiday movies, like peking duck from “A Christmas Story” or homemade mac and cheese from “Home Alone”. These fun beverages will help set the tone for the event and will make for an unforgettable evening.
Build-Your-Own Drinks Station
The perfect way to help guests make their own cocktails at your party, a DIY drink station is ideal for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Start with a great homemade mixer such as this Strawberry Basil Bourbon Margarita recipe and then offer a selection of mix-ins so guests can make their own customized drink.
For a non-alcoholic option, set up a lemonade bar with different flavours including pineapple lemonade, strawberry lemonade and raspberry lemonade (all of which can be made ahead of time – click here for a great homemade lemonade recipe). Add in extra booze and ice as well as a couple of shots glasses so guests can measure out their cheeky additions.
Use a small three-tiered shelf or table to house your drink station. Alternatively, scout out a bare nook or empty wall and install floating shelves that take up zero floor space.
Holiday Cookies
The holidays are all about sweetness, so it is important to have a range of desserts at your holiday party. From cake to cookies, you can cater a variety of options that are sure to please your guests.
If your employees are prone to craving sweets, a catered cookie decorating station is a fun way to indulge their sweet tooth at the party. This can be as simple as offering a platter of pre-baked cookies and giving your guests an assortment of toppings.
To make your holiday party more exciting, try a theme menu. For example, if you are having an office Christmas party with a Halloween twist, include foods that appear in popular horror movies like meatballs that resemble eyes and sausages that resemble fingers.
Warming Drinks
As the temperature dips, warm up with cozy winter drinks like this non-alcoholic cranberry mulled wine or classic crock pot hot chocolate. Both of these drink recipes are simple to make and perfect for your guests who don’t have a taste for alcohol.
If you want something that’s a little more exotic try this homemade wassail. It’s rich with flavor and boasts a slug of brandy that adds depth to this historic drink.
Whether you prefer the simplicity of warm cinnamon milk or the decadence of Nutella, there’s a warm drink recipe here for every mood this warming mug of Nutella and coffee is the perfect pick-me-up for busy days and lazy nights at home. Served with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg this coffee is sure to satisfy your cravings.