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“In big parties, you find it’s a 50-50 split between people who want something traditional, done exactly as they would expect and people who want something that's ‘wow’, which we have, I think, with the salmon cassoulet,” says Peter.
“Buffets are a useful option for a larger group. A small office might enjoy a sit-down meal because they’re a close-knit group and comfortable sitting next to each other and eating.
“It’s hard with a big group to get everyone there at the same time, and at a buffet you can stagger the food in three or four rounds so it’s on-going. Also with a large group, people can stick with their friends at the beginning and then move around a bit as the night goes on.”
If all this sounds like hard work, there’s a silver lining for the party planner (apart from the look of joy on their little faces as they tuck into their turkey), with some companies offering him or her rewards.
Living Room are offering him or her a meal for two in the New Year (for Christmas party numbers of 12 or more booked before October 22), as well as 20% discount on the food bill (dinner is £28pp)
Heathcotes at Anfield are offering dinner with tribute bands, disco, appearances by LFC legends every Friday and Saturday from Dec 5 (from £40pp onwards) and the planner gets a bottle of Liverpool and Everton red and white wine for booking parties of 15 or more; 50 or more and they get a voucher for two for the Anfield Experience, worth £130.
Other offers include entry to the Baby Blue night club for Christmas party diners at the Albert Dock’s Pan Am or Blue (£29.95 and £28.95 for dinner).
