Best Alternatives to SetMenu for Restaurant Pre-Orders
IN SHORT Restaurant groups comparing pre-order tools should test two things above features: whether the system holds up at peak, and whether […]
Event Deposit and Cancellation Policy: A UK Venue Guide 2026
How to word an event deposit and cancellation policy for a UK venue: deposit sizes, cancellation tiers, balance due dates, plus a checklist and FAQ.
Microsoft Publisher is retiring: what venues should use for table plans
In short: Microsoft Publisher was removed from Microsoft 365 on 1 October 2026, and support for Publisher 2021 ends on 13 October […]
How to Upsell Event Guests Without Being Pushy
The way to upsell event guests without being pushy is to move the offer from the table to the booking. A server […]
How to Handle No-Shows and Over-Catering at Private Events
To handle no-shows and over-catering at private events, make three things true before the day: every guest is individually invited to confirm […]
How to Minimise Food Waste at Weddings and Large Parties
The best strategy to minimise food waste at weddings and large parties is to stop catering to estimates. Waste at big events […]
How to Improve Profit Margins on Banquets and Group Bookings
The fastest way to improve profit margins on banquets and group bookings is to attack the three quiet leaks: food cooked for […]
Allergen Best Practice for Hotels at Event Scale
Allergen best practice for hotels at event scale comes down to three commitments: collect every declaration directly from the guest, keep one […]
Questions to Ask Before Renewing Your Event Software Contract
Renewal time is the one moment a venue holds all the leverage. Ten questions to ask about your event software before you sign for another year.
Switching Event Software: The Venue’s Migration Checklist
Thinking of moving your events operation to a new platform? A practical checklist for venues: what to audit, what to ask, and how to switch without losing a single booking.
When Do Guests Actually Book and Order for Christmas? Creventa Festive Data 2025
What over 2 million festive dish orders tell us about how guests book, order and spend at Christmas. Data from Creventa venues, Christmas 2025.
The Venue Christmas Planning Timeline: July to December, Month by Month
A month-by-month checklist for hotels and venues preparing for the festive season, from menu engineering in July to service week in December.