Special Events

Green Grows the Greenbacks: Some Caterers Boost Revenue with Eco-Friendly Practices

By Lisa Hurley

Some caterers find going green pays off with the long green--bigger revenue....

You Need a Drink: Creative Cocktails Add Sparkle to Special Events

Shaken, stirred or straight up, cocktails make special events far more fun. ...

Killer Apps: Delicious Appetizers for Special Events

Get your special event started right with a delightful array of appetizers....

Caterers' Mood Brightens for 2010 Holiday Party Business

By Lisa Hurley

Some 56 percent of caterers responding to an online poll from Special Events say they expect to book as many or more holiday parties this year as they did in 2009....

Food for Fetes: Three Experts Comment on Beautiful Food Presentation for Special Events

By Susan Cuadrado

From table to plate to palate, tips on great food presentation....

Buffet Risers, Palm Wax Candles and GloBug Outdoor Lights

By Special Events Staff

The new line of cube risers from American Metalcraft can be used in a variety of catering applications...

Yum, Dessert! Delectable Desserts Make Special Events Sweet

These desserts--from caterers, restaurants and hotels—range from high-end to homey, but all are terrific....

Beautiful Buffets: Delicious Designs for Buffets and Food Stations

Food becomes even more enticing when it's presented on a beautiful buffet....

Holiday Cupcake Wrappers, "Leaf" Floral Ribbon, Acrylic Candelabra

By Special Events Staff

New from Bella Cupcake Couture, which offers high-end cupcake wrappers, the new holiday line includes "Zoe," a saucy Halloween wrapper that features skulls and other spooky motifs on a black and white wrapper, and "Noelle," which sports snowflakes, elegant ornaments and packages tied up in bows. ...

Here Comes the Cake: Fanciful, Fabulous Wedding Cakes

A cut above, these unforgettable wedding cakes are both elegant and fun....