Catering & Food

I recently asked my caterer what he recommended for tipping. I was expecting him to say $500 or so on the high end. He however told me that tipping was completely optional, but he said 18% is is considered to be the customary tip for food services in the DC area. Although my fiancée trusts him and.......  Read More >

Please help,

My daughter wants to start serving food to the guests at the reception even before she gets there do to the large amount of guest attending to move things along. I am saying NO to this who is right? I can take it if it's me.I just need a person who knows what they are doing to tell.......  Read More >

My caterer is providing the kitchen staff and servers. The chef's are getting $25 per hour (10 hours) and the wait staff is getting $18 per hour (10 hours). On my proposal there is no amount listed for gratuity or service charge. The per hour rates seems generous but should additional gratuity be.......  Read More >