Theme Ideas
Great for: Celebrating diversity!
Décor:
For this event concept, consider these elements:
White linens using flags from different countries as part of the program or menu cards
Programs with a description of each country represented
Food:
For this event concept, consider these food options. The great news is that there are so many countries that your options are endless:
Ethiopian – shiro, atkilt wot, beet salad, sambusa
Indian – samosas, spiced rice, masala and naan bread
Middle Eastern – hummus, Iranian rice cookies, baklava
Japanese – sushi, grilled calamari, tempura
Sell the theme:
Provide a forum for diverse musical/theatrical performances
Great for: Acknowledging your support against heart disease or a Valentine-themed event.
Décor:
For this event you will want to use all red elements including:
Red linens
Red plates
Red centerpieces
Red programs
Food:
Sticking with your red theme, here are some food options:
Nonalcoholic red-based sangria with raspberries, strawberries
Red velvet cupcake cake
Bruschetta heavy with red tomatoes
Miniature cheesecake with heavy strawberries presented in a shooter glass
Strawberry sorbet
Sell the Theme:
Have all staff (including wait staff) wear their favorite red items
Great for – Bring winter to the South anytime of the year!
Décor:
For this event you will want to consider these elements
All white décor with either a gold or ice blue as your complimentary color
Using snowflakes cutouts around the room
Food:
Sticking with wonderland theme, here are some food options:
Snowmen sugar cookies
Gingerbread house
Sparkling cider
S’more shooters
Cupcakes with snowflake decals
Snow covered pretzels
Sell the Theme:
Play holiday themed music in the background
Great for – A reception that you want to be more about the dialogue and less about the food.
Décor:
For this event you will want to consider these elements:
Using smaller/miniature butler-served items only
Selecting a modern/color blocking palette such as royal blue and gold
Food:
Sticking with the tapas theme, here are some great/low cost options:
Strawberries with a balsamic drizzle and mint leaf
Miniature salsa shooter with shrimp
Miniature wild mushroom tarts (traditionally filled with brie)
Miniature paella shooters – vegetarian or meat-based
Sell the Theme:
As this reception is about the conversation, provide your guests with a scavenger hunt to encourage networking. Alternatively, create environments throughout your event space that are issue-driven so people will naturally gravitate to their area of interest and meet new people.
Great for – When you want an alternative to heavy and often unhealthy menus.
Décor:
For this event you will want to consider these elements:
Using 6ft tables set up in long rows for guests to approximate farm-style seating
Place drinks, bread, and other items that can be shared throughout the long tables
Food:
Sticking with the farm theme, here are some great options:
Make your own salad bar with all locally-sourced items
Meat and vegetarian skewers
Miniature mac and cheese
Vegan, gluten-free cupcakes
Fresh fruit smoothie shooters
Sell the Theme:
Provide guests with information about farm fresh items as they depart to support our local vendors.