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3 Must-Watch Corporate Events Catering Trends for the New Year

Are you ready for corporate events trends in the new year? Shirley's Catering has you covered: 703-239-0102.

As we get ready to jump into a new year, we can hear the wheels spinning at companies all over Northern Virginia: what events will we hold this year, and what kind of catering do we need? Northern Virginia corporate events catering is our specialty, so if you’re racking your brains for ideas, take a deep breath and contact Shirley’s Catering at 703-239-0102. We can kick off your corporate events with a delicious bang! And be aware of the following 3 corporate catering trends for the new year:

1. Reducing Waste

Corporate events have historically left behind dumpsters full of waste. This year, one of the biggest, most important trends that corporations and any organization hosting an event want to pursue is the minimal-waste trend. This starts with using compostable, recyclable containers and utensils rather than plastic. Finger foods that require minimal utensils is just one of the ways we can go here. We have a lot of possibilities, so just contact us and let’s talk about minimal waste corporate events catering ideas!

2. Eating Green and Clean

More and more people are turning away from fried, processed, mechanized foods and towards raw, green, clean cuisine. Shirley’s Catering’s chef team has been going that direction for years already. We make a point of sourcing our foods locally, with organics high on the list of priorities. We know that your employees and clients care about where their food comes from, and so do we. Corporate events that feature clean, green foods will definitely sharing that message with their clientele.

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3. Main Courses that are Mindful and Multicultural

Here in the D.C. area, and throughout Northern Virginia, we are so lucky to have access to foods and flavors influenced by nearly every culture in the world. More and more often, your employees and clients want to know that you’ve really taken the time to consider not just where your corporate events food comes from, but that you’ve given some thought to those who will be eating it. Celebrate culture, celebrate inclusivity and bring people together in a positive way at this year’s corporate events in ways that only truly tasty food can. Shirley’s has extensive experience in catering corporate events that include special menus with ethnic flair—and also delicious treats that bear special dietary considerations in mind. Don’t be afraid to ask us!

As we enter another new year, let’s look forward with excitement to the fun, delicious, healthy and mindful foods we can provide for your next catered corporate event! Contact Shirley’s Catering today at 703-239-0102 and let’s brainstorm!

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