Event Planning 101

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Parties are fun for everyone, but if you’re the host, it can also be a little work. Let us help you with some of the basics.

  • Is there a specific reason to celebrate, a guest of honor perhaps? Will you have a theme? This will determine your catering selections, number of guests, decorations, and more.
  • What time of day will your event be? Brunch, afternoon tea, lunch, cocktail or dinner party? Whichever you decide, we have delicious choices to make your event a success.
  • Once you have your guest list determined and know how many people will be attending, you can decide on your menu. Use the serving chart to determine how much food you will need and how many people each item serves… or call our Catering Specialists at 804-340-3003 or 1-888-793-3663 for their expertise.
  • Cover all your bases, including child-friendly options if necessary. Satisfy all your guests with salty, sweet, healthy, indulgent and vegetarian options.
  • Stop by your local Ukrop’s Floral Department a few days before your event to order flowers and balloons. Don’t forget corsages and boutonnieres for guests of honor.
  • Order a decorated cake by using our online Decorated Cake Kiosk or visiting your local Ukrop’s Bakery.
  • So you’ve placed your catering order …. Now it’s time to make sure you have the other party essentials. Use our checklist here to prepare for your event.
Party Check List
Tablecloths
Serving platters and bowls
Plates
Bowls, if needed
Cups
Flatware
Napkins
Toothpicks
Ice
Beverages
Flowers
Balloons / other decorations
Disposable cameras and / or film
Cake or other dessert
Candles for cake
Lighter for candles
Containers for leftovers
Garbage bags for cleanup