December 2019

Preparing for an upcoming corporate event and not sure where to start? The planning process is a big task to take on. Before getting too overwhelmed, start by asking yourself 3 of the most important checklist questions below.

Choose a Location

First things first, where do you want to have the event? If debating to have it inside or outside, make sure to check the weather for around the time you are planning to have it. A lot goes into your location spot including the capacity of guests, convenient location to get to, and having an overall good ambiance.

Select a Date

Choose a date for when you want to have the event so that you can secure a venue to let the guests know when to save the date and add it to their calendar. Once you have a date set, you can move on with more detailed planning.

Set Your Budget

Setting a budget for the venue, food, decor, and entertainment will give you an idea of how much you are willing to spend. You can create a spreadsheet to know how much you want to spend on each task. This is a great way to ensure you stay within your amount for every purchase.

Here is the full checklist to go above and beyond for your upcoming event. If you’ve been on the look-out for a caterer in West Valley, Apple Spice features corporate catering and box lunches perfect for any event, business meeting, or special occasion. Fresh ingredients and a delicious menu to look forward to!

Catering has become a whole lot easier for your work meetings and corporate events. Corporate box lunch catering is an easy and delicious way to provide lunches for your team to make it an efficient and easy process for everyone! Here at Apple Spice, we offer a delicious lunch box menu in Downtown Salt Lake City. Below are the options you can add to your box.

Sandwiches

1. TURKEY AVOCADO | HONEY WHEAT
   Roasted turkey breast topped with avocado, sprouts, Swiss cheese, and our signature sauce.
2. TURKEY & SWISS | HONEY WHEAT
   Roasted turkey with lettuce, Swiss cheese, and our signature sauce. Add cranberry—.25
3. CAFÉ CLUB | HONEY WHEAT
   Baked ham, roasted turkey, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and our signature sandwich sauce.
4. TRIO CLASSIC | 13-GRAIN
   Cured ham, roasted turkey, and roast beef with Swiss cheese, and our signature sandwich sauce.
5. HAM AND HAVARTI | SOURDOUGH
   Cured ham and Havarti cheese with greenleaf lettuce and our signature sauce.
6. ROAST BEEF & PROVOLONE | 13-GRAIN
   Lean roast beef, provolone cheese with Dijon horseradish sauce on fresh bread.
7. VEGETARIAN | 13-GRAIN
   Mushrooms, cucumbers, tomatoes, sprouts, green peppers, avocados, cheddar cheese, pesto mayo sauce, & lettuce.
8. BLT EXTREME | HONEY WHEAT
   The BLT made even better with Swiss cheese, avocado, and sprouts with our signature sauce.
9. GRANNY APPLE TURKEY | HONEY WHEAT
   Sliced green apples, Havarti cheese, and our famous apple cider vinaigrette dressing on top of turkey breast.
10. CHIPOTLE CHICKEN | SOURDOUGH
    Chipotle seasoned chicken breast with tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, and chipotle sauce.

Wraps

1. TURKEY BACON RANCH | WRAP
   Turkey, ranch dressing, lettuce, Swiss cheese, bacon, and tomato.
2. SOUTHWEST CHICKEN | WRAP
   Sliced chicken breast, corn, black beans, tortilla strips, shredded cheddar cheese, lettuce, and avocado with bbq ranch dressing.
3. CHICKEN CAESAR | WRAP
   Sliced chicken breast, Caesar dressing, lettuce, and parmesan cheese.

Salads

• SOUTHWEST CHICKEN | BBQ RANCH
  Salad topped with chicken, corn, black beans, cheddar cheese, avocado, and tortilla strips.
• WALDORF CHICKEN | BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE Tender sliced chicken breast, apples, grapes, candied walnuts, and feta cheese.
• STRAWBERRY CHICKEN | VIDALIA ONION Grilled chicken breast, strawberries, and Feta cheese make this a sweet and savory favorite.
• MANDARIN CHICKEN | SESAME GINGER Sliced chicken breast, mandarin oranges, and slivered almonds on top of fresh salad greens.
• CHICKEN, PEAR & GOAT CHEESE
  Grilled chicken, roasted red & golden beets, pickled red onions, and feta cheese on mixed greens.
• APPLE WALNUT | APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE
  Sliced apples, candied walnuts, bacon, and mozzarella cheese on crisp salad greens. Add chicken—1.99
• BEET & CHICKEN | White Balsamic
  Grilled chicken, roasted red & golden beets, pickled red onions, and feta cheese on mixed greens.
• CLASSIC COBB
  Grilled chicken, bacon, hardboiled egg, and blue cheese.

Not only do we offer box lunches, but we also have a hot and cold catering menu with tons of more options. Browse the full menu to see what best works for your upcoming meeting or event! We look forward to serving you.

If you’ve never looked into business catering for your work meeting or corporate event, you’ve been missing out. Why go through all the hassle of providing your own food when that is a caterer’s job! To provide quality meals, show great customer service, and do everything to make your event a success. Below are 3 benefits of business catering and why you should consider going this direction.

Save Costs

Business catering most of the time offers a selection of packages to choose from that saves you a chunk of money rather than buying individual lunches one by one at a regular restaurant. Caterers provide all the essentials such as utensils, napkins, sauces, service trays, and more. These may be cheap to buy elsewhere, but when you’re feeding a larger party, the costs add up. Get more for your buck with these killer offers.

Less Hassel

Don’t worry about spending time on getting a headcount on food restrictions, order pick up, or food prep because the caterer has it covered. Spend more time on prepping for your meeting or event rather than having to do any last-minute food pickups or change someone’s order. After ordering once with us at Apple Spice, all of your food restriction requests are placed and we save them for your future orders.

Variety

It’s all about menu variety! Got picky eaters in the group? There are several menus to choose from to spice things up. Custom orders and requests are available to please every customer. People with health restrictions such as vegetarian, gluten-intolerant, and more are in great hands.

If your Addison, TX event is around the corner, let’s waste no more time! Check out our business catering menu options to discover the delicious food items we offer. What’s better than great service, great food, and good company? We look forward to serving you.

Looking for a caterer in the Houston area for your upcoming business meeting? When it comes to early meetings, breakfast catering is always a way to provide some nutritional value for your team while discussing business. Check out Apple Spice’s breakfast catering menu below to discover our delicious breakfast menu options.

Breakfast

1. Early Bird Boxed Breakfast 9.99

   Texas-style muffin, whole fruit, yogurt, and juice. Minimum order of only 5.

2. Sunrise Starter 8.99

   Bagels with cream cheese, fresh fruit, coffee, assorted juices, and water.

3. Healthy Start Breakfast 12.99

   Start your morning right with a build-your-own parfait that includes yogurt, granola, fresh berries, and muffins. Served with coffee, assorted juices, and water.

4. Continental Breakfast 9.99

   Includes a variety of pastries, fruits, coffee, assorted juices, and water. Pastries: muffins, turnovers, Danish, bagels and cream cheese.

5. Executive Continental 11.49

   Freshly baked bagels, Danish pastries, muffins, scones, seasonal fresh sliced fruit, yogurt, coffee, assorted juices, and water.



Just remember, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. See our full selection of menu options to continue browsing. To add a little side note, we have incredible fresh-brewed coffee!

Are you on the hunt for a caterer who can accommodate all your needs for your next corporate event? Being aware of your expectations can help narrow down a catering company much quicker to help get one step closer to making some vital decisions.

Below is a helpful corporate event catering checklist to keep in mind when picking out a catering company for your event. Learn more about how you plan a corporate event and what steps to take.

1. Determine How Much You’re Willing to Spend

Before you take any other steps toward effective catering planning, you’ll need to consider your budget. Whether you’re on a tight budget or looking for a lower-cost option, the value and quality of food and service are crucial in finding the right catering company.

Instead of choosing the cheapest option, look up customer reviews and ratings to find a reliable company and get a reasonable price and value. Reach out to local caterers and get custom quotes for their foods and services based on what you need before booking someone.

2. Record an Accurate Headcount

Find out a general number of how many people will be attending your corporate event. Some caterers are better suited for smaller or more extravagant gatherings, so figuring out your headcount can help narrow down your search. If you’re planning a relatively large event, confirm that your caterer can keep up with the number of people while maintaining excellent food quality.

Make sure they offer appropriate portion control to give you all the food you need for your guests. It’s important to discuss details with them ahead of time to keep everyone on the same page. A reliable caterer can tell you whether they can accommodate your party’s size.

3. Make Sure the Caterer Delivers to Your Location

Whether you’re having your event on-site or renting a venue somewhere else, you’ll need to confirm that the caterer delivers to your location. Some catering companies may charge extra to bring your food to an outside location.

Your caterer should be familiar with the area to bring your food, drinks and utensils to you on time. If you’re having a last-minute business meeting and decide to provide lunch for all attendees, it helps to have a reliable catering company nearby to have your meals ready in a few hours.

4. Look at Customer Reviews

When speaking with a catering company, make sure your requests are evident and that you can sense reliability. On the day of your event, you’ll want to avoid menu ordering issues, cost miscommunications or delayed deliveries. Professionalism in the catering industry is vital and will make a significant difference with your experience.

Before booking a caterer, read their reviews online to find out other customers’ experiences with them. They don’t need to have a perfect five-star rating, but knowing the company’s strengths and weaknesses beforehand can reveal their reliability, trustworthiness and quality.

5. Prioritize Food Quality and Taste

When you look for a catering company to provide food for your next corporate event, the food should be delicious and well presented. First impressions impact a party significantly, and how the food looks and tastes will affect your guests’ experience.

Tasting some of the food before choosing a caterer can help confirm your decision quickly. Be clear on what you expect by asking to browse through their menu and review images to see if they can deliver!

6. Narrow Down Your Meal and Drink Options

Find a caterer that provides various food and drink options to enjoy. Instead of the traditional beef, chicken and vegetarian options, try to find someone that makes different food with unique flavors and themes. A reliable caterer can liven up your event, whether it’s a business meeting or an employee appreciation party.

After you’ve selected a caterer, look over their menu and go over your options with them. It’s also helpful to make sure the company can accommodate those on your guest list with allergies, food intolerances and unique personal preferences.

Order Fresh Box Lunches for Your Next Corporate Event

Apple Spice provides box lunch delivery services to sites all over the country. We offer fresh box lunches and an event catering menu perfect for corporate events, business meetings, or special occasions. Delicious ingredients and reliable staff members are here to meet all of your requests at any hour during the workday, including breakfast and dinner. Check out our full menu at an Apple Spice near you to get browsing!

Planning for an upcoming holiday party? Take the food preparation responsibilities out of your hands and leave it up to the caterer! At Apple Spice here in Grand Rapids, we offer a delicious holiday menu that will meet all you and your guest’s needs. Below we will break down the menu for you to see what you would be interested in ordering.

1. 1. VIRGINIA BAKED HAM $12.99
      Served with au gratin potatoes, parsley baby carrots, crisp garden salad, fresh-baked rolls with butter and our famous cinnamon honey butter.
   2. ROAST TURKEY DINNER $13.99
      Oven-roasted breast of turkey served with stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, steamed vegetables, garden crisp salad, fresh-baked rolls with butter and our famous cinnamon honey butter.
   3. TENDER POT ROAST $13.99
      Served with mashed potatoes, gravy, steamed vegetables, crisp garden salad, fresh-baked rolls with butter and our famous cinnamon honey butter.
   4. TUSCAN CHICKEN $13.99
      Tender marinated chicken breast in a savory white wine sauce with mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. Served with herbed pasta, crisp Caesar salad, steamed vegetables and sourdough rolls with butter and our famous cinnamon honey butter.
   5. CRANBERRY CHICKEN $12.99
      Wild rice pilaf, steamed vegetables, garden fresh salad and sourdough rolls with butter and our famous cinnamon honey butter.
   6. HERB-CRUSTED BEEF TENDERLOIN $24.99
      Whole-roasted tenderloin served medium rare with horseradish sauce, baked potatoes, steamed vegetables, crisp garden salad, fresh-baked rolls with butter and our famous cinnamon honey butter.

It doesn’t end there. Start with some appetizers to go with your main course or end with a delicious dessert! See our full holiday catering menu along with our other options including our box lunch and corporate catering menu.