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5 must-have festive foods for your Christmas party

The Christmas season is upon us, and that means it’s time to indulge in some seriously scrumptious festive foods. 

Whether you’re hosting a cosy family gathering or a grand Christmas bash, these 5 must-have dishes will elevate your party to a whole new level of deliciousness. 

Get ready to dazzle your guests’ taste buds and spread some Christmas cheer!

1.

Festive Burgers

Imagine biting into a burger bursting with the flavours of Christmas. 

Picture this: juicy turkey, a dollop of cranberry sauce, stuffing, and a drizzle of rich gravy all snuggly nestled between two buns. 

It’s a little bit naughty, but oh so nice!

2.

Feasting Table

Is there anything more inviting than a table laden with mouth-watering delights?

How about a feasting table that’s nothing short of spectacular. Pick all your favourite foods and let the table be the centrepiece of your Christmas party, where everyone can gather to savour the abundance of the season.

3.

Churros

Bring the charm of Christmas markets to your party with a sweet and warm treat.

Picture fresh hot churros, dusted with sugar and cinnamon, ready to be dipped into a velvety pool of Belgian milk chocolate. 

Yes, please! 

It’s the perfect blend of comfort and indulgence that will transport your guests to the heart of a festive fair.

4.

Formal Dining

For a touch of sophistication, spoil your guests with a mouth-watering canapé reception followed by a decadent three-course feast. 

Begin the evening with bite-sized delights that tease the palate, setting the stage for the grand feast to come. 

Then, let the festivities begin!

5.

Waffles

Last but not least, how about waffles to warm you all up on a frosty night?

Go for crispy fried chicken, served with a generous drizzle of maple syrup. Or, if you’re feeling extra indulgent, enjoy lashings of chocolatey Nutella.

It’s the ultimate comfort food.

There you have it – 5 must-have festive foods that are sure to bring your Christmas party to life. 

How can Caterly help?

Caterly is a catering consultancy with a range of vendors from across the UK offering a huge variety of cuisines. All the caterers in the Caterly Community are required to meet the Catering Excellence Benchmark™, a standard that lets our customers know they’ll receive the very best food, service and experience, from the most hygienic and sustainability conscious vendors.

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Calum

Co-Founder & Operations

Calum Macdonald is the Operations Director at Caterly, where he makes sure everything runs like clockwork. With a background in business and investment management, Calum followed his passion for food and jumped into the events industry over seven years ago. He even ran his own catering business, gaining hands-on experience in delivering top-notch food and unforgettable experiences.

Now at Caterly, Calum uses his skills to plan and manage the daily operations, ensuring smooth sailing behind the scenes. His love for food and knack for logistical thinking makes him an essential part of the team, always looking to improve and implement new business strategies. Calum thrives on making events run effectively, so Caterly can keep delivering amazing experiences to its customers!

Aila

Administration

Aila is a Food Science and Nutrition graduate with a passion for travel, yoga, and, of course, food!

She loves meeting new people, exploring diverse cultures, and tasting foods from around the world.

Aila has developed a broad skill set encompassing effective communication, organisation, and creativity. As the Supplier Experience Manager & Admin Assistant at Caterly, these attributes ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

With a background in nutrition, Aila naturally prioritises wellbeing. In her daily life, she embraces wellbeing through peaceful moments with a book and coffee, staying active, and enjoying good food with great company.

Lydia

Logistics

Having previously opened and run two wellbeing centres, Lydia understands the importance of taking time out of a busy schedule to be present and mindful.

Combining this with her customer service experience in the hospitality and care sector, along with her experience in the food and beverage industry as Restaurant Manager, Lydia feels at home as the Head of Customer Experience for Caterly.

Lydia loves ensuring customers have an exceptional experience from the start of their journey with Caterly, right until the big event – it’s all in the small details!

Outside of work Lydia loves the summer, sun, being with friends, good food and walking to uncover beautiful views!

Holly

Marketing

Our newest member of the team, Holly has a passion for all things wellbeing. As a Pilates enthusiast with a keen interest in nutrition, in her free time Holly enjoys whipping up new healthy dishes – even though mashed potato is

Currently studying marketing online, Holly looks after Caterly’s social media presence.