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CATERING CORNER 2020

MARISSA JOHNSON

Pro tips from a planner mind of budding Event
Take a peek into the

Planner, Marissa
Johnson, and learn
Marissa Johnson how she balances
Banquet Sales Manager Tip #2: simple + elegant for
Set the mood with the right vibe; aka: the music. This
Are you thinking about throwing a post- step is largely forgotten when hosting friends and you’ll the perfect dinner
quarantine dinner party for your friends? find yourselves eating in silence at a beautifully party
Want to make it a night to remember after designed table... and that can be awkward.

being socially distant for so long? Well, Planning a formal dinner party? Play calm, classical
you're not alone and as we all get back into music to help your guests unwind. Is the party more Sound like too much
the swing of things, small social gatherings casual? Create a fun playlist on your phone with upbeat
are at the forefront of my client's minds. group favorites and turn the volume up. “Hey Alexa… work?
volume up 10%” should do the trick.

My mother always told me "sharing is Tip #3: Bonus tip: Give me a
caring" and who am I to disagree? Here are Don’t forget the favors! I hosted a dinner party call and let the club
three of my favorite tips for an recently and clipped fresh rosemary from our garden.
We tied little bundles with twine and sent them home
unforgettable night: with our guests at the end of the night. It was a real take care of your event.
treat for our friends and I was happy to receive dinner I promise to help make
pictures the following week of them having used the it an occasion to
Tip #1: fresh herbs. Small and simple can be just the right
First impressions are #Life (dramatic, I know). Greet amount of hospitality and you don’t have to over think remember.
your guests with a well thought out specialty cocktail. this ‘Thank you for coming’ gesture. The biggest rule
Think Summer Moscow Mule or a Classic Margarita. here is to never send your guests home with something
Use festive straws or sliced fruit to garnish the glass. you wouldn’t want yourself. J U L Y A U G U S T 2 0 2 0
Instantly #Insta worthy!