 Weddings
by Perfect Setting Catering begin with the fundamentals: the
freshest vegetables and greens and the choicest meats, fish and
poultry, all delivered daily from the wholesale markets in
Philadelphia. Menus are organized or “prepped” at our
production kitchen in Berwyn under the supervision of Head Chef
Monica Mejia. Most importantly, every menu is cooked “a la
minute” at the event location to ensure the very best dining
experience. From the first hors d’oeuvres to the last chocolate
dipped strawberry you can taste the marriage of fine fresh
ingredients and expert preparation.
A great menu remains only an intriguing possibility,
however, without a great service staff to deliver the menu in a
timely and professional manner. Smartly attired in crisp "black
& whites" with full black apron, all of our captains, servers
and bartenders are highly trained in their positions. No
crooked bow ties, chewing gum, shirt tails or sneakers. Our
servers are relaxed and friendly, but always appropriate.
At Perfect Setting,
presentation is the key. From classic to edgy to just plain
fun each guest table is set to reflect the client’s vision and
personality. All food stations and buffets are designed to
complement the guest table décor. With your approval such
enhancements as candelabras, votive candles, stunning seasonal
flower arrangements and custom linen accents are employed to
create dramatic three-dimensional displays that add color and
personality to your reception space. In keeping with your theme
hors d’oeuvres are butlered, beautifully garnished, on a variety
of media such as silver, copper, glass, or ceramics.
Finally, our standards are rigorously upheld by the sales
associates, supervisors and ownership of Perfect Setting
Catering. Whether you prefer a more casual or formal reception
we understand that every successful event begins with a strong
plan. When you have chosen Perfect Setting to cater your
reception your salesperson then becomes your party planner. At
no additional cost to you we can help you choose the rest of
your wedding day team -- florist, photographer, band or deejay,
calligrapher, even an officiate -- from a group of professionals
with whom we have worked on numerous occasions. At a time of
your choosing, we will meet with you to create a “timeline” and
a floor plan for your reception day. If the ceremony is
on-site, and the need arises, we’ll even help send you down the
aisle….
The Wedding Guide
An Invitation
After reviewing our
Wedding Guide,
let Perfect Setting put your ideas into "proposal form". This
no-obligation preliminary proposal pulls together the various
details of your particular Wedding Reception and allows you a
much clearer picture of your overall cost.
Give us a call (610) 889-2040 - we can do it over the
phone. Or stop by our sales and production facility at 29 Bridge
Avenue, Berwyn.
"On a day when everything has to be Perfect..."
The Perfect Setting Catering
Wedding Guide,
is designed to give you a sense of our style and pricing. Please
keep in mind that we can do a lot more. Don't hesitate to tell
us what you want. As true custom caterers, Perfect Setting is
always ready to start with your ideas.
Three different reception styles are presented in this
wedding guide: Seated Served, Buffet and Food Station Reception.
Per person pricing can be found after the entrée selection for
both the Seated Served and Buffet packages. For Food Stations we
offer a base price that includes hors d'oeuvres, coffee service,
staff and equipment. The remainder of your menu is built on an
"a la carte" basis.
All package pricing is based on a guest list of 125 or
more and a five-hour reception time frame. For smaller groups
simply put together your favorite menu and ask for a quote.
Our prices cover menu, event supervision and staff
(including gratuity), linen, china, silver, glassware, buffet
decorations, bar set-ups and floral accents.
There are absolutely no hidden costs in the prices quoted
in this guide. For example, Perfect Setting will never tack a
gratuity onto the end of a bill. We build all labor into the
first price you receive. The only "add on" to Perfect Setting
package pricing is the obligatory 6% Pennsylvania state sales
tax.
Optional services and amenities appear after the menus
section. For instance, you may want to add specialty linen
overlays. Seating options are also discussed in detail. Finally,
we offer a breakdown of all the "included services" mentioned
above.
A Note
About Reception Styles
Seated
Served
A traditional
plate served meal with multiple courses generally preceded by a
cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres. Since complete seating is
required for all guests, certain function sites may not be
appropriate unless a tenting option is available. Reception
would normally run 4-5 hours.
Buffet
This menu is
presented on a single buffet. A cocktail/hors d'oeuvres hour is
usually presented before the buffet is opened. Complete seating
is also typically required for this style of dining. Buffet
receptions normally run 4-5 hours.
Food
Stations
Food stations are often theme-based as
in "Pasta Station" or "Seafood Bar". A heavy hors d'oeuvres menu
accompanies a variety of stationary displays and action
stations. Casual seating is recommended with function times
ranging from 4-5 hours.
For an in-depth discussion of the
three most popular reception styles go to
Which Style of Dining Is Best For My Wedding
an informative magazine article
written by Perfect Setting co-owner Jerry Diehl. |
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