Why does catering cost more than I expected?

A selection of chef-prepared appetizers // Image by Ferah Catering & Events

A time consuming part of planning a wedding or event is exploring costs. We understand that some of these expenses can be surprising. You want to ensure you are investing in quality vendors and services in DFW to make your special occasion a delicious success.

Ferah Catering's expert team brings a custom restaurant experience to your DFW venue and there are many factors involved in delivering a professional result. You can feel confident investing in quality catering with Ferah . Experience the Ferah difference!

Below are some factors that go into determining the price for our custom, professional catering services.

-High-quality ingredients: Ferah is passionate about using high quality ingredients and your guests will be able to taste the difference. Our chefs do not believe in cutting corners when serving large groups. The cuisine you are served at our award-winning restaurants is what you will receive during your event.

-Chef-prepared food, not frozen pre-made products: Ferah's chefs prepare our hand-made appetizers and dishes at our commerical catering kitchen. Made using recipes developed in-house by our talented chefs.

-Internationally-trained chefs: Our chefs have worked at full-service hotels and five-star restaurants around the world. This experience allows them to craft delicious, fusion menus in a variety of cuisines. Explore Ferah's catering menus.

-Catering concierge to guide you during planning: From submitting your catering inquiry to finalizing your service timeline, you will have a dedicated catering concierge to help guide you through every step of menu selection and catering planning. Your professional concierge will collaborate directly with your coordinator and venue to ensure your food and beverage service is executed smoothly and professionally. Your catering concierge is an expert resource to you as you plan your wedding or special event. Click here to submit a catering inquiry.

-Event experts who deliver 5-star service: Ferah Catering is a team of expert hospitality professionals who have a passion for delivering outstanding food and bar services from start to finish. Ferah's leadership team has decades of experience in executing events of all types and sizes. We are passionate about employing the best of the best chefs, servers, and bartenders. Read more about Ferah's leadership team here.

-Technology to keep us organized: Ferah catering uses the TripleSeat system, which keeps all the details of your custom menu and services in one place and easily accessible for Ferah's team and your planning team. TripleSeat offers a guest portal where you can view all your event documents and payment history in one place. You'll have 24/7 access to the information you need to stay organized during event planning. This is just one of the technologies we use to keep our business organized. Transparency is a key value at Ferah and as our client you will have access to all your account details.

-Transportation costs to deliver delicious food to venues across DFW: Ferah services the DFW metrolpex (and beyond) which means we are constantly traveling long distances and on the go to bring our delicious, restaurant experience to your venue. This requires us to a have a fleet of catering vans which need regular maintenance to stay in top shape for the hundreds of miles we drive each week.

-Marketing costs to reach amazing clients like YOU: We're so happy we caught your eye! This takes an expert team to make sure we are connecting with clients who are looking for Ferah's professional, five-star catering services.

-Maintenance to keep upscale equipment looking beautiful: It takes work to keep our constantly growing inventory of upscale serving equipment and table setting rentals looking polished and ready to sparkle on your special day! Ferah is always expanding our selection of rentals and buffet displays to deliver on the vision for your event. View our rental options here.

-Insuring our business at the venues we serve: Ferah Catering & Events is a fully insured, professional catering company. Many venues require their vendors to hold a certificate of insurance (COI) with millions of dollars in coverage. This allows Ferah to partner with dozens of event venues across DFW and our insurance coverage allows us to serve at any venue with an open vendor policy. Our professional team stays up to date on our TABC and food handlers certifications.

-Continued education and certifications to keep our team current on best practices and safety standards: Our professional team attends conferences and expos to stay up to date on trends, new products, and best practices so we can deliver the best experience to YOU!

At Ferah Catering & Events, we keep our pricing transparent and list price ranges on our website so you can have an idea of what to expect. Our experienced team creates custom estimates that outline all the services and fees included to help your event run smoothly (and be super delicious!). If you value delicious food, custom menus, and excellent service, then we are the Dallas caterer for you!