Everyone loves a party, especially when there’s great food to enjoy. So, what are the big catering trends popping up at gatherings this year? Let’s take a look:

1. Dedicated Mocktail Bars

Everyone’s on a health kick now, so the smartest parties are including mocktail bars for the health-conscious, the clean living and the drivers. The days of simply having a cordial on offer are long gone, and guests are now able to enjoy the most delicious virgin cocktails ever, elevating their experience and often making the mocktail bar just as popular as the hard alternative!

2. Local and Seasonal Ingredients

Sustainability is big on the menu for all types of catering, from parties to office lunch delivery, and it’s certainly something that caterers such as Crumbs Delivered are working hard to deliver. Local suppliers providing seasonal, locally-grown ingredients help to cut food miles, boost health and ensure people are eating with the seasons, as we are naturally made to do.

3. World Foods

Our tastes are changing and people are becoming more adventurous with their food choices. This means that they may want Indian-themed starters and Italian desserts! It means party organisers can have a lot of fun and scope now when commissioning creative menus for fantastic parties

4. Dance Floor Bites

People love to move and nibble as they go, so finger foods are a great choice. Serve up fun and easy dance floor bites and your guests can nibble while they circulate, leaving no mess and requiring no plates or cutlery!

5. Immersive experiences

Today’s events are a great opportunity to create photo-worthy images that will instantly be shared on social media. Caterers are thinking about the whole guest experience and the visuals that go beyond the plating of food. The grazing table is the perfect example of this, with thematic food served amidst flowers, candles, linen and other elements that create truly beautiful visual experiences.

Try these trends and elevate your own catered party to the next level as you wow your guests with the most delicious party food!