Creating a memorable corporate Christmas party with canapés & cocktails
As we enter into December, the annual office Christmas party approaches; an opportunity to celebrate the year and reward your
26th November 2024
The Christmas period is one of the most anticipated times of the year; a time for celebrating, reminiscing, and eating great food. This rings true, particularly for those working in offices, who look forward to nothing more than letting their hair down and celebrating with their colleagues. What better way to foster the festive spirit than hosting a memorable Christmas office lunch?
No matter the company, size, or industry, an office Christmas lunch is the perfect way to show appreciation for your workforce, allowing staff the opportunity to socialise and look back on a year of success.
In this blog, we will outline tips on creating the perfect Christmas-themed lunch with a menu that will satisfy all appetites.
To kick off your planning, the first step should be to consider your theme. ‘Christmas’ is of course the overarching theme, but why not get creative and narrow down your concept to help dictate your menu, decorations or activities?
You could either stick with a traditional Christmas vibe, with red, green and gold accents complimenting your food and office. Or why not venture further with a universal holiday theme, celebrating diversity by including food and traditions from all over the world?
At the heart of any successful Christmas lunch is the food. Crafting the perfect menu is a sure way to build the festivities and impress your guests.
At Robert & Victor, we have created the ideal Christmas Menu ranging from canapés to sweet treats.
What better way to create a memorable event and lasting impression than to serve up Christmas-themed canapés?
Take your office lunch to the next level with a grazing board, perfect for parties of 20 or more guests. Made up of a selection of cured meats, cheeses, french baguettes, pigs in blankets, nuts, olives, and sweet treats, a grazing board allows your staff to pick at their leisure, maximising their ability to socialise.
Christmas is the time of year for indulgence, so why not round off your menu with a selection of sweet treats? Choose from mini mince pies, mini gingerbread men or assorted chocolate truffles.
Whilst food is vital for a Christmas lunch, drinks are arguably the most sought-after component when staff are ready to let their hair down. Including a variety of beverages, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, are sure to get your guests in the Christmas spirit.
Ensuring your Christmas office lunch is suitable for everyone to enjoy is crucial. This means paying close attention to the dietary restrictions or preferences of your guests.
To really make sure you cater to everyone, sending out a survey or email whilst you are planning your menu can help you understand what dietary needs you need to consider. Common dietary needs include vegetarian/vegan diets, gluten-free or dairy-free requirements, nut allergies, and religious dietary restrictions such as halal or kosher.
At Robert & Victor, we cater to a range of restrictions, with vegan, gluten-free and halal options available throughout our menu.
To ensure those who require different dietary needs are eating the correct food, label dishes “vegan” or “halal” so your guests can easily select which food is appropriate for them.
Once you are aware of what restrictions you need to cater for, ensure you provide plenty of options. If serving up canapés with meat in, make sure to include some that are vegetarian/vegan.
Christmas is the one time of year when decorations can really lift the festive spirit. Go all out with decorations around your office space, considering everything from lighting to table settings.
Why not get crafty with some DIY decorations such as place cards with guest’s names or fake snow covering the windows and doors?
Is it really a Christmas party if you aren’t listening to Christmas music? Create a Christmas playlist with all the holiday classics, but remember this is an office lunch, so consider keeping the volume low enough for guests to still hear each other!
Finally, give your staff a memorable experience with some festive activities. Why not organise a Secret Santa gift exchange or perhaps set up a photo booth for your guests to get some fun photos?
Planning your event in advance means you aren’t stressed when the day rolls around so that you and all your guests can enjoy your lunch and celebrate the year together.
If you are planning on hosting your office lunch in your own working space, hiring a catering company can alleviate the pressure of cooking in-house. Robert & Victor specialise in office catering and business lunches, even providing service staff who will ensure your event goes above and beyond expectations. Get in touch today for your bespoke catering needs.
Planning exactly how much you are going to spend can save you a headache going into the New Year. Sit down and budget your food and drink expenses, as well as decorations and activities.
Organising a Christmas office lunch is the final opportunity in the year to bring your team together and celebrate a successful year with great food and company. Plan the perfect menu, decorate wildly, and most importantly enjoy yourself!
For all your office catering needs, contact us today to speak with a member of our expert team. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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