Back-to School Bash

Ending the Summer Right

With Labor Day right around the corner, why not plan a fun back-to-school bash? Invite your friends, family, your children’s friends (and their families), etc.?  While some will still travel during the holiday weekend, there are plenty of people that choose to stay local. Staying close to home doesn’t mean you can’t have fun!

Here are a few fun end-of-summer party ideas:

• Summer Citrus
• Beachy Bash
• A Hint of the Tropics
• Backyard Movie Night

For some, a theme may be considered pointless. However, you may find it super helpful when deciding on beverages, a food menu and decorations.  With a theme, you can streamline your party checklist that much quicker.

Speaking of party planning checklists, this is a good time to start one. Check out some of these to-dos that you may wish to add:

• Pick a theme
• Choose date and time
• Send out invitations/contact guests
  • Keep running head count (will help determine quantities later)
• Create food and beverage menu
  • At the same time, make a list of grocery needs
•  Determine how little or how much decorating you’d like to do (and time will allow!)
  • Party linens are easy, affordable and quick! Add a pop of color or pull a theme together.
• Consider the details: restrooms, music, inclement weather, etc.

You can do this!  Need a little inspiration? We love Instagram and Pinterest for those the little details and extras.  Be sure to follow Bergen Linen on both!  We love hearing from our happy clients. If you end up taking advantage of our great linen selection for your back-to-school bash, be sure to share with us. We’d love to see!

Bergen Linen is a go-to resource for the Food & Beverage Industry.  We also provide linen rentals for DIY hosts/hostesses, event designers and caterers. Call (800) 789-8115 or email info@bergenlinen.com. A team member would be happy to speak with you!

August 2019 Party Linen Pairings

Bergen Linen is here to help with your next event decor.

August 2019 party linen pairings call for a fresh, summer look. Typically, most restaurants and venues opt for a neutral day-to-day linen. White, cream and black are common options. Of course, we do have the occasional red linen used for regular service.  It is entirely up to you and your vision.

However, special events may require something outside your day-to-day look. Do you prefer to provide additional options to clientele? Do you prefer to provide colorful options for napkins and runners?  Depending on your preference, you have the opportunity to offer these added linens to pull a party together.

For example, adding a pop of color may be just what that next event calls for. Bergen Linen offers tablecloths, napkins, runners, overlays, table skirts, chair sashes and more. Can you imagine all the possibilities? Don’t worry though. We are here to answer any questions you may have so call today.

Some of our favorite warm weather combos:

• Citrus Palette – yellow, orange and green
• Simply Peachy – sage, peach and cream
• Island Appeal – hot pink (or Hallak pink), teal and sand

Running a business is clearly a time-consuming venture. However, we encourage  you take a few minutes to review upcoming party trends. What will your customers be requesting? And do your current vendors have what they will be looking for?  Bergen Linen is here to help you with all your daily linens AND those special occasions. Call (800) 789-8115 or email info@bergenlinen.com to discuss your needs.

Summer 2019 Cocktails

Spirited Drinks for those Warmer Months

Summer 2019 cocktails should be refreshing and fun. For some, the mix of alcohol and the sun can be a bit too much.  However, your guests may still like the idea of a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail).

[quote align=”center” color=”#999999″] “And so with the sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction that life was beginning over again with the summer.” [/quote]
(F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby)

Some of our favorites include the Virgin Watermelon Margarita, a Shirley Ginger (grown-up take on the classic Shirley Temple) or a Lavender Lemonade.  Sophisticate and refreshing for those hot, summer months.

Often, these recipes can have several ingredients – and several steps.  You may wish to consider creating big batches. Non-alcoholic big batches can be used both as-is or as part of a more spirited drink.  Many venues prefer having some batches on hand; it helps during high-traffic times and ensures a drink always tastes just right.  What’s on your cocktail menu this summer?

Along with seasonal food and cocktail recipes, this is an ideal time to take a look at your venue. Happy with your current linen provider? Interested in a new take on your linens? Considering adding a pop of color? Or simply in need of some additional party linen rentals?  Bergen Linen is here for you. Call (800) 789-8115 or email info@bergenlinen.com. A team member would be happy to answer all your questions and concerns. No commitment!

 

Meal Measurements Made Easy

Bergen Linen Food & Beverage Industry Tip!

The Food & Beverage Industry has found a way – meal measurements made easy!  Over the last few years, there has been more and more discussions regarding restaurant portion control.  In the past, this technique has been geared towards franchise establishments.  However, the more you look at your food cost, waste and other factors – portion control makes a lot of sense.  When a plate leaves your kitchen, it is important that the recipe (and portion) remains consistent for both you and your customer.

Good for You…and Good for them

When you create portion-controlled dishes, your kitchen will run more efficiently and economically.  (As your area’s trusted local linen provider, we think it’s important to keep on top of the latest F & B news.)

Bonus: Your customers can trust that they will be served that same great tasting meal each time they visit. (And each meal served will look the same as well.)

Your menu items can then also have a known food cost due to the exact serving sizes.  This will help your kitchen team track ingredients and how much is being used.  Presumably, your venue will also see a reduction in food waste.  With more controlled (and healthy) portions, there is less food to throw away.

Keeping meals under control is easier than you may believe:

• Train staff with the correct serving sizes
• Create breakdown charts for each dish
• Consider investing in scales, molds and other measuring tools

Managing customer expectations and providing consistent meals is easy and attainable with a few adjustments.  And so worth it.  In the beginning, measuring tools are suggested.  Before long, you and your team will be portioning by sight.

Bergen Linen understands the needs of the Food and Beverage Industry.  While we may not be able to assist you in all areas, we are certainly here to help!  Keep your business running smoothly by trusting local vendors who truly care.

Call (800) 789-8115 today to learn more about your linen service options.

 

 

July 2019 Uniform Check-In

Bergen Linen would like to quickly touch base with you for your July 2019 Uniform Check-In!   When is the last time you took a look at your team?  Faded shirts? Wrinkled jackets? You can have better.  Your team deserves better.

Along with table linens, uniform apparel is available.  A Bergen Linen team member would be happy to stop by your business and learn more about your needs.

Uniform Apparel

• Pants
• Aprons
• Chef Jackets

……and more

Allow guests to be welcomed by a well-dressed and crisp team.  Provide your kitchen’s back-end the appropriate pieces to look and feel their best.  Interested? Call (800) 789-8115 or email info@bergenlinen.com.

And don’t forget about any upcoming parties and events!  Along with your regular table linens, Bergen Linen offers special party linen rentals in a wide range of colors, sizes and textures.

 

Mid June 2019 Check-In

It’s your mid June 2019 check-in! We are here to remind you about Bergen Linen’s Risk Free Evaluations.  You are simply only a phone call (or email) away from learning about your linen options.

Whether you own or manage a restaurant (or other type of venue), there is always room for improvement?  Wouldn’t you agree? Why not take a few moments to consider what you would like from your current linen provider?

With Bergen Linen, you can expect the following:

• Quality linens
• Expert fabric care
• Affordable service
• Passionate customer service

Bergen Linen provides linen sales, laundry and rentals.  Along with various linens, we also can put together a uniform plan for you and your team!  Email info@bergenlinen.com or call (800) 789-8115.