Special focus: Designing Stations & Buffets

Special focus: Designing Stations & Buffets

Catersource

March 18, 2016

3 Min Read
Special focus: Designing Stations & Buffets

Beautiful buffets and sensational food stations capture attention and are a joy to behold.

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Mix & match serveware

Create a delicious design that appeases the appetites of every guest with mix and match porcelain bowls and platters. Sleek lines paired with exciting curves allow you to create a beautiful buffet presentation for any event.

IEP • 877.773.7707 • www.iepllc.com

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B3 Buffet Building Blocks® by FOH®

Versatile trend-setting buffet collections from Front of the House® give you the power to create dynamic presentations. Mix and match B3 Buffet Building Blocks® by FOH with Front of the House porcelain plates, bowls, and platters to create endless display options. All FOH buffet items are designed for easy storage by nesting and/or being collapsible and stackable.

FRONT OF THE HOUSE • 305.757.7940 • frontofthehouse.com

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Glam it up with GLIMMER!

Add a touch of excitement to your next event! Nothing depicts class, elegance, or style more than the new GLIMMER. Available in 14 trend setting colors for tablecloths, table runners, skirting, drapes, and more. And it’s machine washable!

A-1 TABLECLOTH COMPANY • 800.727.8987 • www.a1tablecloth.com

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IMG_9841.jpgBeautiful wood presentations

Elevate your buffet presentation with TableCraft’s Cascade Riser™ Sets and Tasting Flights. Available in acacia or bamboo wood, it’s great for cascading presentations or fanned apart. Pair with Paddle Tasting Flights, also available in acacia or bamboo wood, to create a perfect tasting presentation. Also reversible to accommodate a variety of tasting glasses up to 2.25”, providing a fun alternative to serving samplings of desserts or appetizers. Glasses sold separately.

TABLECRAFT • 847.855.9000 • tablecraft.com 

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Varied fabrics, vibrant color

South Street Tablecloth Co. offers an amazing array of poly and spun poly colors. We carry 35 different fabrics in over 450 vibrant colors, including the newest fabric, basket weave in 11 colors, and faux suede, faux silk, and pintuck. For “good old fashion customer service” see us at the ARA Show in booth 1500. We rent…we sell…you save!

SOUTH STREET TABLECLOTH CO. • 844.264.3285 • SouthStreet.com

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Outside or in, you are covered!

Introducing the ClearDome Chafer lid from Sterno. Fits over most full-sized traditional chafers. Keeps food visible, accessible, and protected from the elements. From America's portable warming expert.

STERNO PRODUCTS • 877.526.7748 • www.SternoProducts.com

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Fabulous Fandango!

Fandango is Ultimate Textile's newest fabric offering. A herringbone weave, this fabric is 100% polyester for optimal performance. Seamless up to 118"W, Fandango is available in 15 stunning colors. Call or email [email protected] for free swatches.

ULTIMATE TEXTILE• 800.567.4451 • www.ultimatetextile.com

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Revolutionary chafing stand

The WindBlocker revolutionary chafing stand was conceived, designed, and brought to market by a veteran caterer. It weighs only 1.5 pounds, folds flat, reduces fuel costs, and can withstand winds of 35 mph. It can be set-up in seconds and six can be easily transported in one convenient carrying case.

TWB INNOVATIONS, LLC • 561.235.5267 • thewindblockernow.com

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Porcelain perfection

Fine quality Italian porcelain tableware,
The Caprera Collection’s timeless embossed pattern brings a modern elegance to any table setting. The lustrous finish allows the colors and textures of the food to take center stage. Microwave and dishwasher safe.

EUROPEAUS USA, INC. • 800.992.3876 • www.europaeus.com

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Modern elegance made easy

The MOD18 Steelworks collection from Service Ideas has over 35 pieces of buffet, table and bar accessories, making it easy to create a coordinated display with a modern twist. Each item is constructed of 18/8 stainless steel with either a brushed or polished finish. Use them together or mix and match with your existing look.

SERVICE IDEAS • 800.328.4493 • serviceideas.com 

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