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How to Save Money on Catering & Bar Costs at Your Wedding

Everyone knows that weddings can be expensive, and catering costs are no small part. While planning your big day, you’ve probably scoured the internet looking for tips and tricks on how to save money on catering costs at your wedding. Luckily, Courtney Smith, owner of Chesapeake Bartenders, sat down with GOBankingRates to discuss 10 of the best kept secrets on how to trim bar costs for your big day.

 

  1. Call the liquor store ahead of time and ask about sale items.
  2. Opt for rail liquor instead of name brand.
  3. Purchase cans of beer instead of glass bottles.
  4. Choose boxed wine, as it will be served in glasses anyway.
  5. Sangria is not only one of the more aesthetically pleasing cocktails, it’s also budget-friendly.
  6. Purchase two liter bottles for mixers and cocktails.
  7. Offer mocktails as an alternative to cocktails.
  8. Select filtered water instead of bottled water.
  9. Ask the liquor store if you can return any unopened bottles for a refund.
  10. Skip glassware rentals and go with 20oz plastic cups instead.

Do you want to learn more about how to cut costs on your big day? Read the full article on GoBankingRates‘ website on How To Save on Catering Costs at Your Wedding.

 

Are you interested in hiring Chesapeake Bartenders for your big day? Check out our wedding bartending services and request your free quote today.



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Hosting a Festive Party? Our Holiday Bartending Package Is All You Need!

Chesapeake Bartenders All-Inclusive 2019 Holiday Party Package

Hosting a holiday event or party can be stressful and overwhelming. Whether you are planning a Christmas party, holiday event or end of year corporate event for your business, seeing to all the details and making sure your guests have a great experience is the key to success. Even if you are an experienced event planner, the list of to-do’s can seem daunting and overwhelming. We are here to help! Our Holiday Party Package is available throughout Maryland for hosts, hostesses, business owners and event planners looking for help with beverage catering, alcohol service and signature drinks.

Hire Our Team To Manage Bartending and Beverage Catering

Our team will take some of the stress out of planning a holiday party or event, as you can leave the bartending and beverage catering details to us! Our team of event planners, mixologists, TIPS certified bartenders, cocktail waitresses and bar backs will ensure all details pertaining to alcohol service, bartending, bar set up, bar clean up, etc. are unparalleled. We pride ourselves on ensuring the hosts, hostesses and guests have nothing short of an amazing experience.

Signature Holiday Party Event Package ~ $475

This package is designed for those hosting holiday parties and want to delight and dazzle guests. From specialty holiday cocktails and “smoking drinks” to unique, festive garnishes and unparalleled service, our Signature Holiday Event Package takes the guesswork out of your event bartending needs.

This package is best for parties and events with up to 100 guests and includes the following:
  • 2 Top Tier, TIPS-Certified Chesapeake Bartenders for 3 hours
  • $20 credit towards special garnishes or add-ons
  • Smokey Drinks ($75 value) – dry ice added to drinks for a “smokey” and festive presentation
  • Choose one signature drink from our holiday drink menu
  • Appropriate tools for serving beer, wine, and liquor (wine keys, beer openers, etc.)
  • Pour spouts for liquor bottles
  • Large coolers for ice and cold storage + ice scoopers
  • Black-clothed tables to serve as “the bar”
  • Wine chilling buckets for presentation/chilling
  • Fruit/Garnish trays  (does not include fruit)
  • Pitchers for specialty cocktails

Signature Festive Cocktails

What would a holiday party be without fun, festive cocktails? These signature drinks have been custom created by our team of mixologists for the 2019 holiday season.


Request More Info About Our Holiday Party Package – Email Us , Call  (443) 228-8300 or Fill Out The Contact Form Below:

 

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