As the seasons change, we reflect back on our summer, filled with concerts, weekend getaways and a beautfiul trip with our two dogs and friends to Paso Robles in July. We are re-energized and ready to bring fresh flavors to your next event!
– Dawn and Marty
THE HOLIDAYS ARE ALMOST HERE
Now’s the time to book before the calendar fills up!
Get help from Aurora to plan the perfect
Holiday Gathering, End of the Year Celebration, and more!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Missed our first Pop-Up at Dashe Cellars & Urban Legend Cellars? Don’t worry! Join us for another chance to experience the perfect pairing of the Bay’s finest wines with Aurora’s Bites, all while enjoying breathtaking views!
5 SMART TIPS FOR PLANNING THE PERFECT GATHERING
Plan Ahead!
Check outside – is the walkway and porch well lit? Is there plenty of parking?
Make as much food head of time as you can. You want to be a guest at your own party, not in the kitchen! Or better yet, give Aurora Catering a call!
On the day of! Pre-set your table hours before your first guests arrive.
Your Furry Ones
Consider taking your dog(s) to a sitter or a friend’s for the evening. It will be restful for them as well as for you and your guests. (no matter how much they want to show off their new sweater!)
Be a Guest!
Be ready at least 30 minutes ahead of your guest arrival time, grab a glass a champagne and walk through your front door as if you are a guest. Anticipate their needs ahead of time!
- Where do I put my purse?
- Where do I put my coat?
- Where are the bathrooms?
- Where is the bar!?!??!?!
LIGHTING!!!!
With Dawn’s background as a photographer, she understands the importance of lighting. It’s everything! Uplights in the corners (inexpensive ones from Home Depot with lightbulbs in your party theme’s colors), candles everywhere – be sure to have contained in glass with the flame at least 2 inches below the top -, replace lamp bulbs with pink ones for a soft rosy glow, and turn off all overhead lighting!
The All Important Bar Tips
- Water! Water! Water! Have plenty of water available. Set up dispensers with both still and fruit-infused water, with compostable cups.
- Ice Cubes: Freeze juice in ice cube trays to use in some cocktails, adding flavor without watering them down.
- Batch Cocktails: Prepare cocktails in batches in dispensers or pretty pitchers for easy serving.
THANK YOU TO ONE OF OUR PARTNER VENUES!
were highlighted in Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s Newsletter!
We’re honored to be proud partners with Berkeley Rep,
where great shows meet our unique offerings!
FEATURED STAFF:
RACHEL
I’m excited to share my journey with you! As a single mother, I’ve been working at Aurora Catering for over six years now. When I was searching for a flexible part-time job to support my family, I came across an ad for a catering assistant on Next Door. Since I’ve always loved cooking, I decided to reach out and connected with Dawn. I’m so grateful to Dawn and Marty for providing me with flexible hours that fit my life. It’s a wonderful experience, and I’m thrilled to be part of the Aurora Catering team!
THANK YOU
to just a few of our venue partners:
& just some of our vendor partners…
End 2024 with a Winning Team of 2024.
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