Meetings can be a bore – a long, drawn-out affair that leaves everyone feeling drained and unenthusiastic. As a meeting planner, one way to add excitement and energy to your meeting is through food. Yes, you heard that right – food can be a game-changer in meetings! With the right food, you can keep your attendees engaged, focused, and satisfied throughout the day. So, what are the best Food for the meeting (到會食物)? Let’s take a look!
Breakfast
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and that couldn’t be more true for meetings. A slow start to the day is not something you want when you have a lot to accomplish, and nothing gets people going like a good breakfast. Choose a variety of options like fresh fruits, yoghurts, cereals, bagels, and muffins. Ensure there are enough protein options to keep attendees feeling full and satisfied throughout the morning, whether they prefer bacon, sausage, eggs, or tofu scramble. For drinks, add coffee, tea, and fresh juice.
Snacks
Meetings are long, and attendees can start feeling hungry well before lunchtime. To prevent hunger pangs from setting in, offer a variety of snacks like fruits, nuts, cookies, granola bars, and cheese sticks. Avoid sugary and greasy snacks that will leave attendees craving more and feeling sluggish. Hydration is also key to keeping attendees energized throughout the day, so have water, herbal tea, and other low-sugar beverages readily available.
Lunch
Lunch is often the highlight of the meeting and should be treated as such. Choose different fresh ingredients and make it varied for meat-eaters, vegetarian and vegan attendees. Design the menu to be healthy and satisfying with lots of protein, slow-burning starches like sweet potatoes, and lots of veggies. Sandwich or wrap bars give attendees the option to choose what they like and can be customized, or a salad, soups, and grilled panini options are a great alternative. Desserts and fruit trays are always appreciated as well.
Afternoon refreshments
Afternoons can be sluggish, especially after a hearty meal. A tea or coffee station is perfect in mid-afternoon if attendees need a pick-me-up. Additionally, offer healthy snacks like hummus and vegetable sticks, popcorn, and trail mix to keep energy levels sustained.
Post-meeting cocktails and appetizers
If your meeting ends earlier than initially planned and you have an evening program, soothe your attendees in with cocktails & appetizers! Cheese Platters, nuts plate, vegetable tartines, bruschetta and bite-sized desserts are good choices to have.
Conclusion: A meeting that involves food makes for a more memorable event. By providing choices that meet a variety of dietary preferences and nutritional needs you can feed your attendees and energize their brains so they can focus on the important topics at hand. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or afternoon treats, or post-meeting beverages and bites, your attendee’s satisfaction should be a top priority. Implement these food strategies during your next meeting, and they’re sure to appreciate the thoughtfulness and consideration put into their food for the day.