Towards the end of the season 2021, both weddings and events in Ibiza became more like their pre-Covid equivalents as restrictions were loosened, permitting normal, larger, and exciting celebrations once again.
So, the question is, has everything gone back to normal ready for the upcoming 2022 season of events, and if not, then what has changed?
With the recent fluctuation over the winter season and regulation changes again affecting our travel plans and everyday lives, we are reminded only too well how precious family, friends, celebrations, and travel are. Many 2022 couples are not necessarily concerned about Covid-19 chaos like previous lockdowns, social distancing measures, and severe travel restrictions all over again, but they are certainly looking for a one-in-a-million event that’s incredibly fun, creative, and super unique. Clients and wedding couples are looking to ‘wow their guests’ and leave them with a long-lasting impression and fond memories long after they’ve left!
With bold statement colour palettes, thoughtful and sentimental decor, and offbeat entertainment on the list, we’re very excited for what’s to come from our selected partners from the local Ibiza wedding and island event planners. But from us here at The Ibiza Catering we are here to talk all about the good food theme that will be hitting the catering industry. So, here are five top ‘one in a million’ foodie trends to look out for this 2022 season.
Grazing Tables
Something that took a little back seat due to the increase of health and safety measures over the past couple of years, grazing tables. In line with those more casual elements of events, including wedding brunches, yoga and wellness retreats, and casual pool parties, come the fantastic and very presentable self-serve grazing tables, featuring charcuterie, cheeses, fruits, crudites, and other homemade fresh nibbles and snacks.
Thankfully these abundant displays of a variety of foods are set to make a giant comeback and remain popular in 2022, but with a very luxurious and extravagant feel.
A grazing table can be used as part of any event with or without a formal sit-down dinner, part as a delicious cocktail hour offering before the formal set menu, or even as a delicious morning breakfast.
Interactive Food Stations
The Coronavirus pandemic also knocked out one of our biggest trends in 2019 alongside grazing tables, interactive food stations. Interactive food stations are nevertheless coming back in 2022. Guests can select hors d’oeuvres from mini stations, enjoy an array of light bites ornately displayed during cocktail hour or serve your guests a running theme throughout the day of fun, exciting nibbles. Think a moving oyster station, a Bao Buns cart, or a sushi grazing table.
Take a look at one of our most recent Wedding Catering ideas 2021 to get a better hold of Street-Food Stations, Fully Serviced Buffets & Late Night Nibble Stands
Locally Sourced Foods
Finally, we are going to see more locally sourced foods being served at weddings and events in 2022. There are many chefs and caterers, especially in Ibiza (like us here at The Ibiza Catering) who always advocate for locally sourced foods. And, as we see more and more consideration is being placed on people’s health and diets as individuals on a global scale, couples and clients are also becoming more conscious and intentional about providing good quality and locally sourced food for their guests at many of our catering events.
Eating fresh local and seasonal produce may seem like a fashion trend in today’s society. However, it is actually something that is perfectly normal, which can be seen throughout history, for many generations, long before the big grocery stores and farming advances ever existed. As foodie experts, we are passionate about high-quality cuisine, and our standard of catering always stands for fresh local and seasonal produce as much as possible and as often as possible. Read our Ibiza Local Seasonal Produce blog here to find out more information.
Super Sexy Cocktail Hour
Due to a season of small intimate wedding ceremonies and exclusive guest lists, many catering menus have revolved around a rather classy and glamourous status, where luxury cocktails have been abounding, and we are expecting the fashionable cocktail trend to remain in 2022. If this approach sounds appealing, then consideration of a list of personalised, seasonal, and refreshing cocktails from your very own pop-up cocktail bar may be the perfect solution to add a little va-va-voom to those interactive food stations and grazing tables mentioned above.
Why Choose The Ibiza Catering
In addition to over a decade of experience, ‘The Ibiza Catering’ is one of the island’s renowned catering companies. Using our knowledge of worldwide cuisine, expertise in using the best local suppliers, and our understanding of Ibiza’s ever-changing trends and systems, our catering service strives to create healthy and international menus with the best seasonal influences to meet the needs of our customers.
We offer a fresh way of thinking with the latest trends and endless possibilities, as well as a talented sommelier, and an in-house bakery that specialises in custom baked goods, executing your function to perfection. Our Events Management team and collaborative agencies are able to assist you to find the most prestigious venues, event styling, décor, and entertainment, so whatever the occasion may be — business incentives, weddings, high-class private functions, villa parties, yacht excursions, private chefs, or even catering packages – we strive to do everything in food and beverage with the utmost professionalism and style.
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