21 Food Presentation Ideas for Your Next Cocktail Dinner

There are two elements that make catering truly phenomenal. The first one is, obviously, the taste. Regardless of how top-notch your speakers are or how impressive the event decorations are, if the food is tasteless or bland, you’ll disappoint your guests.

Second, it’s aesthetics element. Beautiful plating will increase your guests’ anticipation and highlight the extra thought you put into designing their dining experience. So when you discuss the menu with your catering team, make sure to agree upon the plating and the presentation. This may involve creating height on the plate, cutting the meat horizontally, playing with textures, or using contrasting colors. Regardless of the methods your catering team will be using, make sure to positively impress your guests.