Ask Google what are the top private party capitals in America and you’ll find that every page returned will have ranked Miami in the top 10. Of course, the fantastic weather, spectacular boats, sandy beaches, killer music, and incredible food contribute to Miami’s private party credentials. We’ve certainly catered some amazing parties over the years. So, when a client asked us last week what separates a great Miami private party from a good one, we really had to pause and think. Amazing Guests was the first idea that popped in our minds. But, truth be told, a great party should bring out the best energy from any crowd. Budget came second in our thoughts yet, just like in the movies, spending big doesn’t guarantee a result. No, for us, the one stand out factor that matters most for an exceptional private party in Miami boils down to one word: contrast.
What is Contrast?
The Merrian-Webster Dictionary defines contrast several ways: a juxtaposition of similar elements (such as color, tone, or emotion) in a work of art; a degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of a picture; or a person or thing that exhibits differences when compared with another. Don’t underestimate the importance of all three in the context of hosting a great party. First and foremost, high contrast decorations, lighting and color schemes really stimulate party goers. Likewise, they go a long way in directing focus on the main theme of the event. Above all, remember contrast doesn’t need to be stagnant. Changes in lighting or decorations, for example, from cool to warm or bright to dim, can help to both wind up, wind down, or keep the evening on a continuous course.
Tell Your Story
Lighting and decorations need not be fixed either. Moving lighting onto different areas of the venue, perhaps from a stage to a dance floor or to the bar gives party goers a real sense of flow to the event. Just as in film or theater, the right contrast, background, and props will turn a standard party into a story people will remember. Remember, nine times out of ten, those poor wedding photos, unusable social media assets taken from an expensive corporate event could have easily been avoided with the right level of contrast. Also, have consideration for the role contrast play’s in the most functional of things. If printed materials like invitations, menus, or signs don’t contrast well with their backgrounds, guests won’t be enthused.
Don’t Overlook the Catering
As caters, we most often see the concept of contrast often overlooked when it comes to food and drink. A mix of colors on a plate does wonders in terms of enhancing the dining experience. The same applies to balancing flavors, textures, temperatures, and offering a mix of lighter and more indulgent dishes. Most importantly, remember that fine dining is great, but can be boring. How many times has a party goer gone away saying the food tastes the same? Sometimes steak, lobster tail, and souffle menus are unavoidable. To make party goers happy, no matter the menu, make sure to throw a bit of comfort food into the mix.
Miami Private Party Booking
That’s where Total Snacks come to the rescue. Our selection of snack foods, including Dippin’ Dots and Doc Popcorn don’t just bring a diversity of flavors to an event, they also add a huge amount of color and contrast to the aesthetic. Plus, our experienced catering staff are on hand from the planning stage all the way to execution to make sure the party is an absolute success. To get started with us just use the link here and fill in your details.
About Total Snacks
Total Snacks’ mission is to always provide the highest quality snack food for people to enjoy wherever and whenever. The business began in 2015 by entrepreneurs Eleazar López Contreras and Mabe León-Ponte, a husband and wife team, who immediately noticed a lack of high quality snacking options around their new home in Miami, Florida. From its humble beginnings as a single retail kiosk, the couple has worked tirelessly and creatively to bring the best in class snack foods to the region.
Today, Total Snacks stands out as the premier provider of snack foods and catering in Miami. Its products can be found in over 300 independent outlets, the company provides contract catering solutions to some of the largest sporting and entertainment venues in the area, while bringing smiles to thousands of people a year through its corporate and private catering activities. Despite its success, Total Snack has never wavered from its core mission to offer the highest quality snack foods and the best customer service.
