Dining out has been complicated for the past couple of years. Even when restaurants have been open during the pandemic, people have understandably been wary about the COVID risks. Social distancing has also limited opportunities for dining out in large groups.
But understandably, people haven’t wanted to give up on the pleasures of quality cuisine. There are only so many Just Eats you can order in before you start to crave, how shall we put it, something a little more refined. Especially for an occasion or if you have company.
That’s why the trend for hiring in catering for private dining at home took off during the pandemic. Dining in became the new dining out.
It started off with restaurants offering their own take on a takeaway service – complete meals cooked to order, served ready for the table with accompanying drinks for household bubbles to enjoy in the comfort of their own home. Then, as COVID restrictions eased, this expanded into chefs making themselves available to cook for private gatherings in people’s homes (or gardens, as the rules dictated).
We’re now in the happy position of being able to go out again and eat wherever we like with whoever we like. And yet businesses that offer events catering are reporting bookings for private dining are as strong as ever. Word about the benefits of hiring in catering for a dinner party or private celebration has got around. It’s a hot trend that shows no sign of fading away.
Here are five reasons to hire professional caterers to cook up a storm in your own home for your next dinner party or gathering.
Create a different fine dining experience
People love dining out at a favourite restaurant to mark a special occasion. Whether it’s a romantic meal for two to celebrate an anniversary or a big group party, nothing beats a good meal.
Restaurants are great. But even when you hire out a private room for a large group, there is the feeling of being in someone else’s space. Hiring in caterers to cook in your own home, your own kitchen, creates an unforgettable feeling of exclusivity and intimacy.
What better way to wow a partner by getting a professional chef to cook and serve an extra special meal at your very own dining table? Or have caterers turn your next garden party into a fine dining experience your guests will be talking about for months?
Take the weight off your shoulders
A lot of people enjoy the challenge of cooking an exquisite meal for close family and friends. They take a lot of pleasure from playing the charming host, and cooking a great meal is part and parcel of that. But it is also demanding. You can easily end up spending more time in the kitchen slaving away over a hot stove than you do socialising with your guests.
Bringing in external caterers sets you free to really enjoy the party and be the attentive host you want to be, safe in the knowledge that the food is in safe hands.
Wow your guests
You might be very proud of your culinary skills, and with good reason. But ask yourself honestly – would you rate your abilities in the kitchen as being up there with a professional chef?
That’s what you get when you hire in caterers for your dinner party or celebratory meal. Guaranteed top quality cuisine cooked fresh in your very own kitchen by a professional chef. Not only will everything taste on point, but it will be served with an eye for exemplary presentation – just as you’d expect in a top quality restaurant.
Go as exotic as you like
By hiring in professional caterers, your menu is limited only by your imagination. They will work with you to put together the perfect bespoke menu, including accommodating all dietary requirements, allergies etc. You don’t have to worry about ingredients, you don’t have to worry about whether you can manage a particular dish or not. Whatever you wish to serve to your guests, your chef will take care of it.
A great dining experience is about more than food
Finally, while food is the centrepiece of a great dinner party, there’s more that goes into creating the right ambience. From table dressings to choosing the perfect drinks to match your meal, a professional catering service can take care of it all.
At Humdingers, we leave nothing to chance in creating the very best dining experience for your event. Whatever the occasion, let us turn your home into a luxurious dining venue and create an experience you and your guests won’t forget. Get in touch today to start planning.