Catering Blog

Our catering blog is your go-to source for seasonal inspiration, expert tips and behind-the-scenes stories from the Kiss the Cook team. Whether you’re planning a corporate event, wedding, or office lunch, we share the trends, menu ideas, and event planning insights that make every gathering unforgettable.

Same great food, brand new website

We’re excited to share that Kiss the Cook Catering has a brand new home online! Just like our menus evolve with the ...

December 2, 2025

Three salted pretzels hang on metal hooks from a horizontal rod, with a blurred background of warm lights and colors, creating a festive and inviting atmosphere.

Summer Corporate Retreat: Catering Ideas for Successful Team Building Events

June 24, 2024

A summer corporate retreat is the perfect opportunity to strengthen team bonds, celebrate achievements, and recharge for the months ahead. To make ...

A group of people gather under a white tent outdoors, serving themselves food from a decorated buffet table filled with assorted dishes, greenery, and flowers at a daytime event.

Beat the Heat – Refreshing Menu Options for Outdoor Events

June 19, 2024

When summer temperatures soar, keeping your guests cool and satisfied becomes a top priority. Here are some refreshing menu options for any ...

A thick sandwich on rustic bread, filled with turkey, cheese, bacon, and greens, sits on a sheet of "kiss the cook catering" paper—Corporate Picnic Perfection against a sleek black background.

Corporate Picnic Perfection: Planning Tips and Delicious Menu Ideas

June 5, 2024

Planning a corporate picnic is a beautiful way to foster team spirit, celebrate successes, and enjoy the great outdoors. To ensure your ...

A bowl with grilled chicken, pita chips, fresh parsley, tomatoes, pickled onions, chickpeas, corn, and a dollop of yogurt, served on a wooden table.

Need Healthy Corporate Lunch Ideas? – Try this!

April 29, 2024

Is it possible to order healthy food and please everyone on the office team? YES. Even the guy that’s the bottomless pit? ...

A gourmet dish featuring a piece of braised meat topped with crispy fried onions, served with mashed potatoes, green beans, and a golden slice of vegetable, all drizzled with brown sauce on a speckled plate.

The Top 5 Holiday Party Menu Ideas To Please A Crowd

October 31, 2023

Hi! My name is Amy LLoyd, and I’m a Catering & Event Coordinator at Kiss the Cook. Today I’m sharing my hot ...

A white bowl filled with a rich, dark broth containing chunks of meat, vibrant leafy greens, purple cabbage, herbs, a lemongrass stalk, and slices of red chili, placed on a white windowsill.

Spice up your Fall with our recipe for Malaysian Beef Rendang

September 6, 2023

Not all recipes should be kept secret. Especially when you love your clients as much as we do! Let’s spice up the ...

Small, round appetizers topped with greens and garnishes are arranged on a rustic wooden serving board, set against a dark background—announcing our New Spring / Summer Menu Release.

Announcing our New Spring / Summer Menu Release

April 4, 2023

Spring has finally sprung! With the changing season comes lots of excitement at Kiss the Cook Catering. We’ve spent the winter revamping ...

A gourmet dish on a speckled plate with asparagus, steak topped with herbs, carrots, and two heart-shaped mashed potatoes—one of the Top 5 Best Valentine's Day Dinner Ideas—arranged artistically against a black background.

Top 5 Best Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas

February 14, 2023

If cooking is your love language, you’ll want to view this list! Let’s start with the obvious… Lady and the Tramp secured ...

Two people use forks to share a large dessert on a gray plate—topped with melting ice cream, berries, and nuts—on a shiny metal table. This French Toast Recipe Is A Must-Try For anyone with a sweet tooth.

Our Stuffed French Toast Recipe Is A Must-Try For The Holidays

December 20, 2022

I was going to end this blog post with the next four images, but I’ve reconsidered. I think it’s more appropriate to ...

Kiss the Cook’s New Daily Specials Calendar Has Clients Craving What’s Cooking Next

October 28, 2022

For many years Kiss the Cook has proudly served Toronto’s corporate landscape. From tech companies, to law firms, small businesses to fortune ...

A wooden board from the hottest new food station, topped with assorted Indian snacks (pani puri), lime wedges, and colorful garnishes, surrounded by bowls of spices, chutneys, chopped onions, sev, and jalapeños.

Let’s chat about chaat! Our hottest new food station by Sous Chef Swapnil

September 5, 2022

I don’t know how it took me 41 years to discover Pani Puri, but thanks to our Sous Chef Swapnil I will ...

Brunswick Bierworks crafts fantastic beer and a welcoming event vibe

August 16, 2022

It’s not every day that you can hold an event at a beer lab and advanced production facility. But then, not many ...