Catering food trucks offer a trendy, budget-friendly alternative to traditional catering.
There’s no doubt one would have a choice between opting for traditional food service or hiring catering food trucks. Of course, the former does yield a delectable meal; however, it’s quite two different things altogether. Let’s stretch this a little further and get to what might cost more and why.
Cost Structure of Food Trucks
Food trucks have a very flexible pricing model. The basic cost of your event is often including travel and setup. Added to that is a per-guest or per-meal cost. Sometimes, this makes the food truck cheaper for small events. If the guest list continues to grow, the total adds up fast.
Generally, food trucks have much lower overhead costs than traditional catering. There is no need to rent a venue or hire a large staff. Of course, some of these savings might be passed onto you, the customer. Do not, however, be shocked if specialty food trucks charge above average for something gourmet or that is otherwise rare.
Cost Structure of Traditional Catering
Traditional catering services usually have a more formal pricing method. They usually charge based on the number of guests you are hosting, the menu that you will choose, and the extent of the service you require. It can be plated, served as a buffet, or even as a family-style service.
Setup, cleanup, and service people are usually factors in the quoted prices of most catering companies. These add-ins can make the whole party experience you and your family and friends witness much more welcoming. However, they do add in costs. With traditional caterers, fixed cost is not considered since their cost varies less than the size of the event.
Quality and Variety of Foods
The dishes prepared in food trucks are very diverse, often containing unique and trendy flavors. It is a source of excitement and informality to have food trucks at casual events like birthdays or outdoor parties.
The alternative, traditional catering, offers more choices of dishes and can easily accommodate special diets. Often, they have very good quality, multi-course meals that would be ideal for weddings or business functions. That kind of service and personalization sometimes justifies the higher cost.
Convenience and Service
Food trucks are a great and entertaining concept, but they cannot compete with the service that regular catering offers. People normally line up to order from the truck, so there are always people waiting. Fine for a more informal party, but not so great for more formal parties.
Full-service catering is often the epitome of traditional catering. This type of service entails not only the setup of your dining areas but also service and then clean up afterwards. This level of service may add a tremendous amount to the ambiance and usability of your event, especially for larger or more formal events.
Is a Food Truck Suitable for My Event?
Nothing beats the idea of booking a food truck for catering for large parties with a casual and trendy atmosphere in mind. They usually charge less than larger crowds, so when the group of people is fewer, it ends up being somewhat cost-effective as well as serving up something more different. Costs increase as guest numbers increase.
The decision to settle for a food truck or to go for traditional catering depends on the size, style, and budget of your event. A food truck will be pretty cheap and fun for smaller, more casual events. Traditional catering is better suited to larger formal events because of the superior level of service and custom that can be expected. Reflect on your budget and what your guests will want when making this all-important decision.
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