October 2018
Cheat A Little Catering's News & Updates
Hail, old October, bright and chill,
First freedman from the summer sun!
Spice high the bowl, and drink your fill!
Thank heaven, at last the summer's done!
Thomas Constable (1812–1881), "Old October"
 
Thomas Constable’s quote reminds us that summer is now a distant memory and the crisp cool air of autumn is upon us. He also reminds us in his poem that it’s the season for warm and comfy foods and drinks of fall. Yes, it’s the season for hot spiced drinks and warm comfort foods and Cheat A Little Catering is ready to help you stay warm and toasty all season long.
 
October not only brings us National Apple Month (be sure to ask about adding hot apple cider to your menu) but it also ushers in National Pasta Month. That’s right, an entire month dedicated to celebrating all things pasta! Of course, we love pasta so much we created a pasta station, so you and your guests can enjoy favored pastas however it’s preferred. Our signature pasta station gives you a choice of Bow-Tie or Penne Pasta, Spaghetti or Pasta Shells, served with various sauce options including; Marinara Sauce, Cream & Mushroom Sauce, Meat Sauce, and/or Cheese Sauce. We also offer a variety of toppings like grated parmesan cheese, red chili flakes, fresh basil, and more. 
 
However you choose to welcome in the cooler days of fall, we are here to help you plan the perfect celebration. Whether you want a private party for two or a wedding for two hundred, Cheat A Little Catering will help plan your special day. For more information on all of our services, visit our website .

Sincerely,

Brian Morriss
Owner, Cheat A Little Catering

Venue Highlight: San Mateo County History Museum

A memorable event deserves a remarkable setting, and the old San Mateo County Courthouse offers just that. In fact, it’s listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Your guests can explore the story of the San Mateo County History Museum and the 1910 County Courthouse in which it is located. Greet your guests in the Grand Rotunda. Exchange wedding vows or enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres under the stained-glass dome. Have a sit-down dinner for 170 upstairs in the restored historic courtroom. Dance under the dome during the reception. Cheat A Little Catering is a preferred vendor at the San Mateo County History Museum and can help you create a memorable event at this beautiful and historic place. For more information on this space, click here .
Holiday Tablescape
Holiday Party Planning Made Easy:

We're just under three months until Christmas and all of the holiday extravaganzas that come with it. You may be thinking "it's too early to plan our holiday party," but we believe in the "sooner rather than later" philosophy. So, here are four reasons why getting your party booked now is important:
 
1.      Location, Location, Location – That’s right, your holiday party is all about the location. Whether it’s at your company’s facility or an outside venue, booking and planning early avoids any issues of missed opportunities or loss of first-choice location. 
2.     Avoid the holiday vendor rush – As the holidays draw near, you will find that vendors’ have limited availability and may come with additional fees and surcharges for the last-minute rush. Avoid these higher costs and secure your preferred vendors by booking early.
3.     More time, more creativity – When you have more time to plan an event, it allows you more opportunities to be creative and have fun with the planning process. Give yourself the luxury of time to be creative.
4.     Early planning = more guests – We all know that everyone’s calendars fill-up quickly during the holidays. The sooner that you book your event, the better chance of having more guests attend. Put it on everyone’s calendar now so there will be no competing for other holiday parties later.
 
Did you know that Cheat A Little Catering is a full-service catering and events company? We plan entire events – from menus to venues. We'll help secure your first-choice location and plan every detail along the way. We are the preferred caterer at many beautiful and unique venues in the Bay Area. Our established relationships with these spaces provide you with the comfort of knowing your event details will be handled from booking your date to executing the day-of. We will design and craft a menu that pleases the palate of every guest. And of course, we are available to help you with all of the details in between – including: décor, djs, lighting, rentals, and more.
 
Contact us today to speak with one of our event planners to lock-in your preferred date and place, and we’ll work with you on all the rest. 

Happy Halloween

Get into the spirit of Halloween with our Halloween Appetizer Menu. We've concocted a special creepy, eerie, and ghoulish menu perfect for your home or office party. We're all about the treats and less about the tricks here at Cheat A Little Catering, so be sure to book this spook-tackular menu right away. Howls and screams included!

Employee Highlights: Antonia Brackett, Cheat A Little Catering's New Event Coordinator

We are pleased to announce Antonia Brackett is joining the Cheat A Little team as an event coordinator. Antonia will be involved in several aspects of the company, but her primary goal is the successful execution of events. In her role, she will work closely with clients to finalize timelines, conduct venue walk-throughs, and ensure the vision for each event is delivered. She will also work with our warehouse team to plan and design events utilizing all of Cheat A Little Catering’s resources. 

Antonia began working with Cheat A Little Catering more than five years ago. She joined our team as a server and has been a wonderful asset since then. Her background in food production and distribution lend to her knowledge and experience of front-of-the-house management. Prior to her new position with Cheat A Little, Antonia worked for local candy maker Gimbals. 

Please join us in welcoming Antonia to the Cheat A Little events team!

Hasta La Pasta! A Simple Pasta Recipe to Make at Home


Ingredients
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons water
Directions
  • In a medium sized bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the flour, add the slightly beaten egg, and mix. Mixture should form a stiff dough. If needed, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons water.
  • On a lightly floured surface, knead dough for about 3 to 4 minutes. With a pasta machine or by hand roll dough out to desired thinness. Use machine or knife to cut into strips of desired width.

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