Streamline Your Holiday Hosting Process

The holidays can generate a high level of stress with work, shopping, household chores, and cooking. The skill to manage these responsibilities with a high level of expertise can be envied if you become easily intimidated by others who complete these tasks effortlessly. However, there is a solution for the pressure of perfection. If you want to keep your sanity while remaining pleasant, here are a few tips you can follow to reduce stress during the holidays.

Outsource Your Cooking

Everyone likes to bask in the admiration that others give for cooking their favorite holiday meal. The negative side to this subtle gloating are the hours of preparation that are required to present your wonderful masterpieces, and the toll it can take on your body. If several of your entrees are basic, consider contacting a local restaurant for catering services. Some of the leading restaurants that offer catering include Olive Garden, Boston Market, and Bob Evans. These restaurants can accommodate small and large groups. While searching on these restaurant websites, here are the primary services you should look for to determine if restaurant catering is right for you:

• Required minimum serving amount (i.e., number of persons)

• Pricing per individual

• Catering deals

• Delivery service

These options will help you in your planning process in terms of budgeting. Some restaurants will deliver and set up the serving table for you. This service helps eliminate frustration when it comes to having the serving table set up by a certain time. You can continue prepping other areas in your home while the caterer is doing this part. All you need to do is make sure you have enough space and seating at the dining table.

Relax and Chat

Opting for a catering service for the holidays can put your mind at ease allowing you to enjoy more family time. If you’re the primary host and server during the holidays, outsourcing your cooking is like hiring a personal chef for a few hours. If you’re hesitant about serving restaurant food, just think about the ability to be present in the moment instead of worrying if you’ve overcooked your meals.

Whichever option you choose; personal cooking or catering, have fun, and enjoy the season!