Luxury Secrets , LLC North Port, FL
Event Food
Expectations: For Beach locations and most picnics in general, having a big, hearty meal is not ideal. Charcuteries and sandwich platters are the best way to go in our opinion!
(If you do want a bigger meal, having your picnic at home or backyard and/or hiring a catering company would be the way to go about it.)
Here is a list of some ideas for food for your event:
1. PUBLIX - Publix will make different platters for your event with enough notice. To name a few, they provide subs/sandwiches, wraps, charcuterie boards, cheese and fruit, and more. Some Publix locations will even deliver. Here are a few suggestions although not inclusive of everything they offer. BE SURE TO CHANGE THE ZIP CODE TO YOUR EVENT LOCATION.
Charcuterie Platters - https://delivery.publix.com/store/publix/s?k=charcuterie+platter
Deli Sub Trays - https://delivery.publix.com/store/publix/s?k=Deli+sub+tray
Deli Party Trays - https://delivery.publix.com/store/publix/s?k=Deli%20Party%20Trays
All Platters - https://delivery.publix.com/store/publix/collections/n-platters-27966
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2. Vendors - We do partner with local vendors based on your location. If you have a bigger budget, I am happy to explore the vendor options we partner with in your area. Depending on your location this may include private chefs, snack carts, caterers and more. Please keep in mind they usually have higher minimums starting around $300.
3. Restaurants - Some restaurants offer catering sized portion depending on the size of your event such as Panera Bread, Olive Garden, Chick-fil-A, Applebees, and Outback to name a few! Don't forget to support local if you can! Uber Eats/Door Dash will usually deliver for many of these, or you can pick up.
4. Membership Clubs - Costco, BJs, Sams - Many of the membership clubs will offer platters with enough notice if you or someone you know has a membership.
5. Popcorn Cart (currently being fixed)- Our popcorn cart is a great add-on to your party. We will make the first batch of popcorn right before your event begins and explain to you how to make more batches if needed. The machine is smaller so most likely you will want to make more. We provide the popcorn and the classic popcorn boxes for each guest!
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6. Our Treat Cart! For non-beach events, you can add-on our treat cart with any service. We offer three treat choices for your guests on an adorable cart designed to enhance the overall experience of your event. We provide snack plates and a cute theme matching sign on the cart as well!