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Planning Guides

Everything you need to plan the perfect event

The First-Time Event Host's No-Stress Guide

Never hosted a big event before? Start here. A straightforward, calming guide that covers everything a first-time host needs to know — without the overwhelm.

11 min readplanning

Seasonal Event Planning in Israel: Timing, Weather & What to Expect

How Israeli seasons, holidays, and weather patterns affect your event. Best months for outdoor events, what to avoid, and how to plan around the Jewish calendar.

10 min readevents

The Host's Complete Event Checklist: From First Call to Last Dance

Every task you need to handle when planning a catered event, organized by timeline. Print it, check it off, stay sane.

10 min readplanning

Event Styling & Decor: A Practical Guide to Table Settings and Aesthetics

How table settings, linens, centerpieces, and overall event styling work together — and how to coordinate with your caterer for a cohesive look.

10 min readevents

Catering for 200+ Guests: The Large Event Planning Guide

Logistics, staffing, food quantities, and timing for large-scale events. What changes when you go from 100 to 300 guests, and how to keep quality high at scale.

12 min readevents

How to Build Your Perfect Custom Menu With Your Caterer

A step-by-step guide to working with your caterer on menu customization. What to ask for, what's possible, and how to get exactly the food you want at your event.

11 min readplanning

How to Budget for Event Catering (Without Losing Your Mind)

A real-talk guide to catering budgets. Where to save, where to spend, hidden costs to watch for, and how to get the best value at every price point.

12 min readplanning

Understanding Kosher Catering: A Complete Guide for Hosts

Everything you need to know about kosher catering standards, hechsherim, and what to look for when booking a kosher caterer. Written for hosts, not rabbis.

13 min readkosher

The Complete Kiddush Catering Guide

How to plan a kiddush that impresses — from a simple shul kiddush to a full kiddush lunch. Menus, quantities, setup, and what your caterer needs to know.

10 min readcelebrations

The Complete Vort & Engagement Party Planning Guide

How to plan a vort or engagement party that sets the tone for your wedding — without overspending. Menus, guest lists, timing, and etiquette.

10 min readcelebrations

Kosher Wine & Beverage Guide for Events

Everything you need to know about serving wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks at kosher events. What mevushal means, which wines to pick, and how much to buy.

11 min readkosher

Planning the Perfect Bat Mitzvah Celebration

A complete guide to bat mitzvah celebrations — from intimate brunch to full evening event. Menus, budgets, and ideas that work for religious and secular families alike.

11 min readcelebrations

How to Choose the Right Caterer for Your Event

A veteran caterer's honest guide to choosing a caterer. What to look for, what to ask, red flags, and how to compare quotes properly.

11 min readplanning

The Complete Bar Mitzvah Catering & Planning Guide

Plan a bar mitzvah celebration your son (and your guests) will remember forever. Menu planning, budgets, timelines, and practical advice from years of experience.

12 min readcelebrations

The Ultimate Wedding Catering Guide

Everything you need to know about planning wedding catering — from first tasting to last dance. Budgets, timelines, menus, and hard-won lessons from 1,000+ weddings.

14 min readweddings