Planning Questions
Bar Questions
Rentals: Renting linens, glasses, tables, chairs, etc.?
Questions for the Caterer
**STANDARD ITEMS TO HAVE ON HAND FOR SERVERS**
Oven Mitts |
Coffee – Decaf and Regular |
Paper & Cloth Towels – Kitchen and Bar |
Coffee Urn (I can supply upon request) |
Lighter Wand |
Half & Half, Milk, Sugar, Sweetener |
Candles (Birthday) |
Coffee Stirrers |
Lemons & Limes for Bar |
Small Cocktail & Regular Napkins |
Nuts/Olives for Bar |
Basket for Rolls/Bread |
Wine Bucket |
Paper Doilies for Dessert Platters |
Ice Chest/Ice Bucket and Ice Tongs |
Hot & Cold Cups |
Water & Creamer Pitchers |
Paper Plates (2 or 3 different sizes) |
Serving Utensils |
Napkin & Eating Utensil Holder |
Eating Utensils |
Serving Platters and Trays |
Wine and Bottle Opener, Ice Tongs |
Garnish for Platters (strawberries, parsley, cut flowers) |
Serving Utensils |
Zip Lock Baggies, Plastic, and Foil Wrap |
Spreaders, Cheese Knives, etc. |
Airtight Containers (for leftovers) |
Optional labels for regular/recycled trash |
Balloon for mail box |
Cookie Sheets and non-stick spray to heat hors d’oeuvres |
Toothpicks (in a shot glass) |
Extra Hangers for Coats (for cool weather) |
Extra Trash Bags |
Joan’s Party Checklist