It's almost like magic-the way caterers manage to feed dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of attendees at special events. Who prepares the appetizers, meals, and beverages? For that matter, where? What are the best methods for serving food on time and in a pleasing way? This video addresses those questions as it goes behind the scenes at large-scale catering events. Viewers meet high-profile chefs and organizers who offer advice on menu planning, kitchen workflows, time management, and delivering top-tier service at all times. Combining informative interviews with detailed footage of culinary professionals in action, this is an exciting guide for any up-and-coming organizer-whether the task is a small, intimate dinner or a large, corporate gathering.

Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware. Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 06, 2012.

Introduction: Food Planning for Special Occasions (1:20) -- Small, Medium or Large? How to Cater for Any Event (1:57) -- Planning Ahead Reduces Stress (1:46) -- Planning Pitfalls (2:10) -- Planning and preparing the Menu (4:39) -- The Final Ingredient: Ensuring a Successful Event (3:33) -- Small Events are More Personal (1:23) -- Good Enough to Eat (2:46) -- Credits: Food Planning for Special Occasions (0:49).