Planning questions · Sample menus · How it works
A reception is often organized around conversation, arrivals or a larger program. Tell the team how long it will run, whether guests will arrive together and whether there is another meal before or after it.
Describe the room as well as the headcount. A reception across several spaces creates a different brief from one concentrated around a single room. Share any venue information you already have without needing to solve the service plan yourself.
What to include in the inquiry
- Date, venue and expected attendance
- Reception duration and arrival pattern
- Any speeches, presentations or other program
- Food, dietary needs and bar preferences
- Staffing, rental scope and estimated budget
The food and service
Tray-passed food and beverage service are confirmed Carmelized capabilities. Ask the team about the balance of passed food and stations, and agree the drinks, staffing and service details for your event.
Menus to discuss
Sample menus are a starting point. Confirm dishes and availability with the catering team.
Planning the next step
Include your estimated guest count and budget band. The Company field is optional. If the location is still undecided, enter “Not booked yet.” Read how the inquiry works and the common questions.
Start an inquiry for this event
Cocktail receptions — planning questions
Can passed appetizers take the place of dinner?
Tell the team whether the reception is the main meal or sits before or after another meal. Its duration, timing and guest count affect the food discussion; confirm the menu and quantities for that purpose.
What service formats are available for a reception?
Tray-passed food, buffet and stations are among the available formats. Describe how guests will move through the space and whether seating is available so the team can discuss the layout and flow.
Can you coordinate beverage service?
Yes. Beverage service is part of Carmelized Productions’ capabilities. Share the reception length, guest count, preferences and venue requirements, then confirm the agreed scope with the team.