Leading Caterers of America Newsletter
2026 Q3 Newsletter
And the ACE Award Goes To... A Study in Contrast
Guests discovered the art of duality in every detail, contrasting textures, flavors, and culinary experiences. Craft cocktails like Smoke & Silk and Fire & Ice played with paradox, while stations showcased classic combinations with surprise twists.
Editor's note: 24 Carrots Catering & Events received the ACE Award for Best On-Premise Catering.
Photo Courtesy: 24 Carrots Catering and Events
Any Way You Slice It
Pizza is consistently a cost-effective and convenient crowd pleaser at events
Let's be honest—when was the last time you saw a room full of event guests collectively lose their minds over a chafing dish? Now picture this: a wood-fired pizza oven rolls into your venue, flames dancing, the scent of charred dough and melting cheese filling the air, and suddenly everyone's gravitating toward the action like moths to a very delicious flame.
Photo Courtesy: Mangia Catering
Tasting Notes: Savoring Success Through the Art of the Perfect Tasting
How caterers and planners can perfect the tasting experience together Picture this: A couple walks into an elegantly appointed room, nervous excitement radiating from them as they prepare to taste the menu for their wedding reception. Across the table sits a chef, ready to showcase months of culinary planning in a single afternoon. Between them, an event planner orchestrates the experience, hoping to bridge two visions into one unforgettable celebration.
Photo Courtesy: Blue Plate
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