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 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 Chefs
Monica Mejia and Wallace McIlhenney. 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….
Take a moment to
see what recent brides and their families have had to say about
Perfect Setting
Weddings.
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, starch and vegetable, 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, 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.
Tables for seating and chairs are typically added after the
reception site and style of menu have been determined. Beyond
that, the only "add on" are upgrades and 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
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. Client may opt for limited or
"casual" seating or complete seating. 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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