It’s common to organize a reception after a funeral to give friends and family a time and place to support each other and share memories of their loved one. However, when you’re mourning a loss, you might not be up for preparing food for a large group. That’s where a professional caterer comes in to handle food preparation, cutlery, and clean up. Here are some tips on how to organize catering for a funeral.

3 Tips to Cater a Memorial Service

1. Choose a Location

The location for your post-memorial service reception should be spacious and comfortable. For example, you could have it at the deceased’s favorite restaurant, which has the advantage of providing the food hot and ready on-site. Another option is the church your loved one attended or where the funeral was held.

2. Serve the Deceased’s Favorite Food

When planning a menu with a catering company, include one or more of your loved one’s favorite dishes to honor their memory. If they enjoyed a particular wine or champagne, have a toast with it.

3. Opt for Buffet Style Dining

It can be difficult to select only two or three meals that appeal to every guest’s preferences, so provide buffet-style dining at the memorial service. A buffet allows your guests to pick and choose what they want to eat, which results in less food waste. 

If you’re looking for a caterer to help with a post-funeral reception, turn to Natsunoya Tea House. Based in Honolulu, HI, for nearly a century, the establishment is known for their sushi, tempura, and bento catering, which includes service utensils, buffet tables, and attendant service. They have the banquet facilities to host your event or can deliver to your party. For more information about funeral catering, call them at (808) 595-4488 or visit their website.