Here are tips on how to hire a caterer:
-Ask friends and associates for the names of caterers they would recommend.
-When you are ready to plan an event, call the list of caterers and check availability for the date of your event.
-Once you have narrowed down your choices to three, call each one to discuss preliminary budget, estimated head count and have them provide a sample menu.
-When you have selected a caterer, plan a meeting to work out all the details of your event, including menu, beverages, possible facility, centrepieces, decorations and favours.
-Have all agreed-upon details put into a contract.
Source: About.com.
