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How to Organize a Business Lunch Meeting

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Lunchtime can be a great time to hold an informal meeting with your team. Before you book a conference room, make sure you prepare for success. Providing lunch for your team can help you prepare for success.

Cons of a Business Lunch Meeting

There are a few advantages and disadvantages of business lunch meetings. Some of the drawbacks include:

  • Some team members may prefer to get a break for lunch.
  • Food and casual chatter can be distracting.
  • They require planning for food.

But, the benefits of a well-organized catered lunch far outweighs the possible negatives, especially when it comes to employee morale.

how catered lunches boost employee moralePros of Business Lunch Meeting

Lunch business meetings have these benefits for businesses:

  • Lunch puts everyone in a good mood and can fuel your team to get down to work.
  • Buying lunch for your team is a nice treat for your hard-working group.
  • Lunch meetings tend to be more open for creativity, brainstorming and new ideas.
  • Lunch meetings can foster casual conversation, which can build your company culture.

planning a business lunch meetingPlanning a Lunch for Business Meetings

To have a business team meeting that incorporates lunch, you’ll want to have a plan in place. Here a few business meeting lunch ideas to keep in mind:

  • Create a meeting space for eating and work. A conference room or area where people can eat their meals can be ideal, but outdoor meetings can also work, weather permitting. Make sure you have power if you need devices during the meeting.
  • Consider food first. Catering can impact the meeting’s tone and flow. If you have a buffet, you will need more space. If you choose boxed lunch catering, you can meet at a conference room easily. In any case, make sure to choose a reliable provider who will deliver good food on time.
  • Tell team members about the meeting. Give team members plenty of time to let you know about allergies or dietary restrictions, browse the menu and select a meal.
  • Create a meeting plan. Before the meeting, create a goal and an plan. Since food is involved, consider when you will eat. Eating beforehand may make sense, so food will not interrupt your work. You can also arrange catering towards the end of the meeting as a closing treat. Try to keep the meeting schedule flexible to allow people to use the washroom, eat at their own pace and enjoy the casual feel of lunch meetings.

How Apple Spice Can Help With Your Working Lunch Meeting

Apple Spice can streamline box lunch catering with meals delivered fresh to everyone’s specifications. Business teams of all sizes across the country await our sandwich and lunch combos. We take extra care to prepare every boxed lunch with premium ingredients and amazing flavor combinations, making your lunch box meeting delicious and productive.

We help your meeting run smoothly by delivering food correctly and on time. Browse our boxed lunch catering options and find a location near you for your next meeting.

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Employee Appreciation ideas

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It is important that employees feel appreciated. An article published by the Association for Psychological Science explains that expressing gratitude can improve almost any relationship. The article also explained that showing appreciation can be mutually beneficial to both the one showing the appreciation and the person being appreciated.  

 

There are things done and incentives offered by almost every work organization to try to show their employees that they are appreciated. However, more often than not these attempts to show appreciation may not go over as well as the employer had hoped. Why is this? An article published by The Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley explained that most appreciation incentives fall short because they “come off as insincere.” Here are some best practices and principles that will help you make your employee incentive ideas more effective.

 

Ask your employees how THEY would like to be recognized.

 

employee appreciation day ideasYes, some of your employee recognition ideas can come from employees themselves. Often, employers try to keep their appreciation incentives secret so that they can surprise their employees. However, rather than surprising them with something they don’t actually want, it is more effective to ask your employees directly what rewards they would prefer. Getting them what they ask for will make them feel that they are being listened to, and the reward will feel more personal for them. 

 

Look for reasons to give praise.


If you look for the best in someone you are more likely to notice what they do well. Look for the best in your employees and when you find a reason to recognize them, do it! Smaller frequent rewards to express your appreciation are often more effective than large incentives that come infrequently.

 

Mix it up to make each achievement seem special.

 

Using the same rewards and ways to recognize employees can quickly get old and come off as impersonal. When it comes to recognizing employee achievement, mix it up so that each celebration seems sincere. 

 

employee appreciation ideasReward them with something they would actually like

This comes without saying, but appreciation incentives should be desirable! Make each reward unique and something that you know they are going to appreciate. 

Employee Appreciation With Apple Spice Catering

Hopefully, this list will serve you well on how to show employee appreciation. As you can see, there are many small office incentive ideas for employees that you can do to show your appreciation, that your workers will actually like. Mix it up! You can create an employee of the month award. Try buying the entire office lunch from a catering service like Apple Spice. You can even throw an office party! Create an atmosphere of gratitude in your workplace, and it will shock you how quickly things will change. 

 

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Work Social Event Ideas in Plano, TX

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Planning this year’s corporate event and looking for fun ideas here in Plano? Creating the right environment for these types of business events is crucial. Below are 3 entertainment destinations to provide the best social team-building experience for your company!

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Red Door Escape Room

The Red Door Escape Room is perfect for corporate events and brings an all-around work social experience! This would be a great option if you are looking for an immersive entertainment experience. It will include games, puzzles, treasure hunts and more. Plan on bringing the energy and creativity if you plan on choosing this destination.

Event 1013

A beautiful space for events with a casual and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a laid back corporate event. Here they offer tables, chairs, production supplies, food, and extra packages including lighting sound, or an entrancing logo for the guests.

Group Dynaminx

Group Dynamix is a place to play, connect, and develop! If you are looking for corporate team building, this is the perfect event space to experience fun work outings to build better connections with your teammates.

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Looking for more options? Here are more ideas to choose from to help narrow down your favorites! Speaking of events, the most important asset to a good corporate event is the food. If you are on the hunt for the perfect caterer, Apple Spice is here to serve. We offer fresh box lunches and hot and cold catering featuring salads, soups, sandwiches, dinner, breakfast, desserts, coffee, and more. Why waste any more time? Browse our menus to book your first order!

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A Checklist for your Tampa Corporate Event

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In charge of this year’s annual corporate event in Tampa, FL and overwhelmed by all the tasks that are needed to be achieved? The planning stage is a big task, so it is crucial to plan efficiently and effectively. Start out simple by asking yourself 3 of the most important checklist questions below:

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Determine Budget

For starters, set a budget for the venue, food, decor, entertainment, etc. Create a spreadsheet to know how much you want to spend on each item. This is a great way to ensure you stay within your amount for each purchase you make. Then you know how much you have left to work with.

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Plan the Entertainment

You want to make sure to have live music, a DJ, a photo booth, or something that will keep your guests entertained. Aside from the food and beverages, entertainment is a must so it encourages your guests to interact with others and have social interactions with one another!

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Find a Caterer

The number one importance in all of this is providing good food. Finding a local caterer in the area is the best way to find a good option. Whether it’s a buffet, chef stations, or a 5-course meal, doing research on the best caterers will help guide you to finding the perfect caterer for the event.

Planning a corporate event takes up a lot of hours of your day, but once you got this checklist complete, you are on the road to achievement. If you want more direction on how to plan your event, check out this checklist that will help you prep months before the event. Want to find the perfect caterer? Apple Spice here in Tampa offers hot and cold catering options perfect for corporate events with fresh ingredients straight from the kitchen. We strive to bring 5-star serive to every customer we serve! Check out our delicious menu options to book your order today!

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Upcoming Food and Drink Events in Grand Rapids, MI

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If you are a foodie, you will definitely want to know about these upcoming events happing in Grand Rapids! Get outdoors to embrace the heat, great tastes, fine entertainment, and new flavors to make your Summer worthwhile! Check out 3 upcoming events below that you will not want to miss!

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Founders Fest 2019

Going on 12 years now, come and celebrate craft beer and live music with artists performing from around the country, food vendors, drink lists, and more. A community where the finest beer and artists come together to bring you the best Founders Fest experience! Ticket prices vary, so make sure to check out the FAQs at the bottom of the event page.

The Laurentian Supper Club

What is better than tasting fresh and fine ingredients from around the region? Come enjoy this outdoor garden party to get more familiar with locally grown food and how farmers produce their ingredients. A great event to attend for the Vegan community and to indulge in this unique eating experience.

Slow your Roll

If you are a sushi lover, here are the details on the Slow your Roll event happening in July! Learn the basics of cutting, rolling, sushi plating, and more in this dinner series class. Learn how to to become the master chef of your own sushi rolls by learning from the expert chef who will guide you through this exciting process.

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For more food and drink events to look out for, check out the full list here. Speaking of events, Apple Spice offers fresh box lunch and catering delivery for all of your business meetings, corporate events, and more. We offer the freshest ingredients with high-quality staff members to meet your every need. Check out our menu options to experience professional and tasteful catering services here in Grand Rapids, MI.

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Upcoming Concerts in Nashville, TN

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Nashville is known for being the music city offering a Summer with endless arrays of music, food, arts, family, and outdoor activities for the perfect summer southern city getaway. Check out a few of the top concerts to attend this season to kick into then music vibe this Summer.

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Shania Twain

July 21, 2018

Experience a night of classic sing a long tunes with Shania Twain who has sold 100 million records that has made her the best-selling female artist in country music history. This will be a night to remember.

Kenny Chesney

August 11, 2018

A huge country singer who has sold up to 20 albums who make the country fans so crazy! Born and raised in Tennessee, this is a concert you don’t want to miss. This hard-working country musician is going to bring the fire. Buy your tickets, asap. It is selling out fast.

Drake

September 18, 2018

One of the top rap artists in the industry right now, Drake is taking Nashville. Come jam out to his hits and enjoy a night of rap, hip-hop, and good vibes all all around.

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For more upcoming concerts, check out the full list of music here. Local to Nashville and plan a lot of events? Apple Spice here in Nashville offers box lunch delivery and catering services for business meetings, corporate events, and special occasions. We have breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus with fresh ingredients straight out of the kitchen.

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Spring Events in Richmond, VA

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Goodbye Winter and hello Spring! Hibernation is over which means now that the weather is getting nice, it is time to plan the festivities and outdoor events. Book your Richmond events calendar and check out 3 upcoming events around Richmond below to enjoy a delighted Spring season!

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A Million Blooms

March 31 – June 1, 2018

A seasonal parade to welcome the warm weather and pretty colors and types of flowers including amaryllis, daffodils, tulips, peonies, roses and more. This festival goes until the 1st of June so don’t hesitate and buy your tickets soon!

Nascar Race Weekend

April 20-21, 2018

Get ready for action at the raceway because the Toyota spring race is bringing the top teams to the event including Kim Coon who will be the lead of all media reporting. Experience 2 days of competitive races, Virginia craft beer, suite views, the torque club, a track takeover driven by AAA, ultimate fan sweeps, and more.

April 21, 2018

Come join the fun and celebrate Shakespeare’s 454th birthday with games, dancing, acrobatics and more entertainment! The opening of the new Shakespeare Garden will be happening so make sure to register and come celebrate with us and the man himself. The outdoor event will be free and the Agecroft Hall rate will remain the normal rate.

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Getting excited for your upcoming schedule full of activities and events? Check out the full year calendar here in Richmond, Virginia! Speaking of events, if you are planning your own event whether it is for a wedding, corporate conference, work meeting or birthday party, Apple Spice offers fresh made boxed lunches and catering options featuring sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. Check out our menu options to order and receive quick delivery and a delicious meal!

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Culinary Tours in Charleston, SC

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Craving a culinary weekend getaway to the South? Charleston is full of delicious cuisine and rich history. Come indulge in the culinary arts by attending one of these magnificent tours with the best local cuisine, chefs, and innovative owners.

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Farm-to-Table Experience

A 2 1/2 hour amazing showcase tour with some of the best chef’s in Charleston. The fresh ingredients come directly from the farmer’s market and you get to personalize the ingredients you choose to use for the tour. The chef prepares a multi-course meal with the selections you chose making it the perfect farm-to-table culinary tour!

Upper King Street Culinary Tour

Experience the upper-king-street tour showcasing four of Charleston’s innovators in the culinary industry who are passionate and highly-trained when it comes to preparing food. This is a walking tour that stopes at 10 neighborhoods with a unique and creative ambiance to give you the best experience!

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Do you have your mind stuck on everything food related now? Check out more culinary tours you should consider attending this year! If you ever plan to stop through Charleston again for a nice getaway, a work trip, or other reasonings, check out our Apple Spice menu options in Charleston which are perfect for corporate events, special occasions, or business meetings. Life is busy and there is too much good food out there to be missed. That is why we combine fresh and delicious ingredients with convenient delivery to make it an easy and scrumptious experience for our customers!

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Upcoming Network Events in West Valley, UT

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It is already March and it is time to mark those calendars to plan out the rest of the year. West Valley City is filled with successful people and businesses. Below are some events to connect you with the right people and help your chances to network and find more opportunities.

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Business Accountability Mastermind Workshop

A workshop to connect you with others who are working towards long-term goals, building ideas, and are passionate about following their dreams. On April 4th from 7-8pm, come brainstorm and collaborate with others to get you closer to what you want to achieve in your career and and all other business endeavors!

Coffee and Connections

A casual and simple format of connecting with other business people to get to know your environment and to receive opportunity to network and build relationships with the other attendees. This has no agenda or speakers and is simply a way to grab some good business connections and enjoy some delicious coffee from Mimi’s Cafe in Murray, UT.

Real Estate Investing – West Valley City UT

Come attend the real estate networking event here in West Valley City to learn more about investing strategies and how to build, buy, sell, or foreclose for better real estate outcomes. This is the event you want to attend to get more familiar with investors and how they fund real estate deals and more.

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These are just a few of the exciting upcoming events in April to consider. Check out more events here in the ongoing months to help improve your network game and step you closer to getting your foot in the door with some impressive and successful people! If you are already in the corporate industry and plan to put on an event this season, check out our catering menu here at Apple Spice which is perfect for business events and conferences with fresh ingredients and breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.

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Food & Drink Events in Nashville, TN

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The month of April is just around the corner which means Spring has arrived! Time to start planning some outdoor events to celebrate the end of a cold and dreary winter. If food events are definitely your jam, consider three food and drink events coming up next month. Get those taste buds ready and buy your tickets now!

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NCEC Seasonal Cooking Demo

Come learn how to make the most organic and fresh produce to strengthen better cooking habits and discover delicious recipes to take home to your kitchen. Learn from the best local farmers and indulge in the tasting and sampling perks!

Preds Wine Festival & Tasting

If you are a wine fanatic, this is definitely an event to attend. There will be more than 225 high-end wines, cocktails, and beers. The event includes a five-course meal dinner along with these divine wines to make the best out of the evening!

Nashville Vegfest 2018

Nashville Vegfest is a 501c.3 non-profit organization who encourage people to recycle, eat well, and to live a healthy lifestyle. Come support and join the plant-based experience with activities, clothing merchandise, body builders, and more.

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Spring is an exciting season to be outdoors and to experience the fun events around Nashville. Take a look at the full list of events going on in the city the next few months to get a bigger variety of options. If you are planning an upcoming event or looking for a caterer around the area, check out Apple Spice’s catering menu for special occasions, corporate events, or work meetings. Freshly made ingredients with high-quality services who value every customer we have!