Catering

5 Surprisingly Elegant Ways to Serve Carnival Food

Ted Baker's circus-inspired party for its spring/summer collection served artfully presented funnel cakes, popcorn, corn dogs, and other fare.

Event Report Posted yesterday

6 Ideas for Interactive Catering Stations

Idea File Posted December 13, 2013, 7:15 AM EST

The New Earth-Friendly Way to Cater Events

Five new ideas for meals delivered on (bike) wheels.

The Scout Posted December 9, 2013, 7:15 AM EST

Wake-Up Call: 11 New Ideas for Catering Breakfast Meetings

The Scout Posted December 4, 2013, 7:00 AM EST

Caterers Share 15 Ideas for Modern Kosher Dishes

With the aim of appealing to the contemporary kosher customer, inventive, gourmet kosher catering is on the rise.

Trend Spotted Posted November 27, 2013, 7:15 AM EST

A New Way to Display Desserts at Events

One caterer's latest dessert offering uses basic desktop file sorters to hold bite-size brownies.

The Scout Posted November 21, 2013, 7:30 AM EST

Fresh Faces of 2013: The Cocktail Party Chef

New York-based Karen Ferries specializes in impeccably stylish hors d'oeuvres for small gatherings.

Fresh Face Posted November 20, 2013, 6:30 AM EST

2014 Preview: 11 New Takes on Popular Hors D'Oeuvres

The Scout Posted November 18, 2013, 7:30 AM EST

Now Serving: Healthy, Allergen-Free Snack Boxes for Meetings

The Scout Posted October 4, 2013, 7:30 AM EDT

14 New Ideas for Late-Night Snacks

The Scout Posted September 30, 2013, 7:00 AM EDT

Candy Land: 11 New Ideas for Dessert Buffets

Here's a look at the latest treats to make your next event a little sweeter.

Idea File Posted September 27, 2013, 8:52 AM EDT

14 New Ideas for Corporate Gifts and Catering

Paper magazine's second annual Super Duper Market was a bountiful resource for au courant artisanal food finds.

Idea File Posted August 7, 2013, 7:00 AM EDT

The New Dine-Around: Progressive Food Tours

Let conference guests break free of the meeting room with a private tasting tour.

Idea File Posted July 30, 2013, 7:30 AM EDT

Tired of Rubber Chicken? Try These Alternative Dishes for Events

The Scout Posted July 15, 2013, 7:00 AM EDT

Bacon-Wrapped, Deep-Fried, and Chocolate-Dipped: 20 Wacky Food Ideas From State Fair Vendors

From wine-glazed, deep-fried meat loaf to fried pickles drizzled with chocolate, here’s a look at some indulgent state fair food ideas to inspire your next calories-be-damned event menu.

Idea File Posted July 10, 2013, 7:00 AM EDT

Food and Drink Trends From the Summer Fancy Food Show

From foie gras ice cream cones and candied salmon, to duck bacon and gluten- and dairy-free desserts, here's a look at some of the food trends spotted at the 2013 Fancy Food Show in New York.

Idea File Posted July 2, 2013, 7:30 AM EDT

15 Brand-New Options for Meeting Catering

The Scout Posted June 21, 2013, 7:30 AM EDT

29 New Catering and Cocktail Ideas for Summer Events

From calorie-conscious hors d'oeuvres to garden-fresh cocktail ingredients, these summery food and drink trends are ideal for warm-weather picnics and cocktail parties.

Idea File Posted May 29, 2013, 2:27 PM EDT

Chefs Serve Movie-Inspired Dishes at James Beard Awards

The "Oscars of the food world" adopted a cinematic theme complete with 3-D signage and movie-inspired small plates for its 23rd annual presentation, held at New York's Lincoln Center.

Event Report Posted May 14, 2013, 4:48 PM EDT

6 Vibrant Easter Ideas for Springtime Events

The Scout Posted March 29, 2013, 8:23 AM EDT

Mini Pizza Boxes, Savory Macarons, Beer-Flavored Waffles, and Other Catering Ideas From Catersource 2013

Idea File Posted March 19, 2013, 12:30 PM EDT

26 New Catering Ideas for Events and Meetings

Looking to feed a large group? Here are the latest local catering ideas for lunch meetings, cocktail parties, dessert buffets, executive retreats, or any other type of gathering you might be planning, in 14 cities across North America.

The Scout Posted March 15, 2013, 7:30 AM EDT