5 Things to Remember when Looking for a Caterer for a Children’s Party

By Catering Staff | August 21, 2016

Every parent only wants the best for their little ones, so preparing for a kiddie party can be a bit stressful for some. Catering can also be a challenge for occasions like this, especially if there are lots of other kids who will be coming. Some parents can opt to get fast food for their little ones, but did you know that you can always try to spice things up and experiment a bit?

If you’re wondering how you can pull this off, here are a few things you should keep in mind when looking for a kiddie party caterer.

Fast food is not your only option.

As mentioned before, most parents might want to take the easy route and opt to serve fast food to their guests, but this doesn’t necessarily mean that you should do this, too. You can get catered by a fast food, but you can choose one that serves healthier dishes. For example, if you’re planning a picnic party, you can consider getting Einstein Bagels and include their yogurt parfaits, fresh fruit platters, and bagel poppers for the kids to nosh on.

Finger foods are always preferred for kids.

It’s a party brimming with kids. You should expect that many of them will be distracted away from food and will prefer running around instead. If they also get around to eating, they’ll be messy. So do yourself (and your caterer if you paid for full service) a favor and minimize the need for clean up. Sticking with finger foods will always make things simpler. Parents will be able to feed their little ones easier and if presented wisely, you might even get the kids to eat vegetables.

Opt for a caterer that can serve a wide array of food fingers. If they can throw in a number of kid-friendly healthy options, consider them closely.

Don’t forget the parents!

Children parties are also parents’ get togethers, so make sure to prepare something nice for the adults as well. Arby’s meat platters are great options for the older part of children’s parties as they can be easily paired with some champagne, taking the party up a notch. A lot of kiddie parties tend to forget that there will be adults present as well, and while your kids menu can be a bit appetizing, it might not be enough to satiate the hunger of your co-parents who are just as tired as you are from following their kids around. A good caterer will be able to help you mix up your menu.

Kiddie parties don’t have to be sugar-filled and overly greasy even if you opt to hire fast food catering services. Try out these tips and you’ll surely find a good caterer for your little one’s birthday.