Catering Ideas

[zeva]

I'm having a party and need some ideas for catering since I refuse to cook. I'm having about 13 adults and 7 kids (under 16). I usually order the cold cut platters from Pickle Barrel. They come with salads breads and rolls and garnish plus all the hardware. I'm getting a bit bored with that so I need new ideas. I'm looking to spend about $8-$9 pp and it's an afternoon affair. I don't need fancy. Just good and something simple that everyone will like.

[zeva]

The price I'm quoting is what Pickle Barrel charges. I was hoping to find something in a price range that's comparable.

[breezey]

Think you need to be more specific as to what you are looking for, dinner? sandwiches? dairy? meat?

Plus I agree with Chef Guru, you will not find a caterer for $9 pp. unless maybe you switch from deli platters to dairy platters (e.g. bagels, egg, tuna). Or if you want to switch the restaurant and still do deli, there is a lot better than Pickle Barrel (e.g., Centre St Deli, Katz's)

[zeva]

I'll check out Centre St Deli and Katz. I didn't know they catered. I'm looking for something similar. Meat, dairy and the like. I like PB's prices and that's what keeps me comming back but I need a change.

[chef guru]

Being in the industry for 30 + years I dont think you will get ANY caterer for that price,However those fly by nights that operate out of there homes might do the trick