The LOVE of Food: Corporate Valentine's Day Lunch

 

Valentine’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate love, appreciation and camaraderie within the workplace. While office celebrations generally focus on holidays like Christmas or Halloween, Valentine’s Day can offer a unique chance to create a fun and engaging atmosphere and it’s an excellent way to bring the team together, boost morale and show appreciation. 

 

When catering a corporate lunch for Valentine’s Day, the atmosphere should be a mix of fun and professional, making the team feel special but without overdoing it. 

 

If you want to go all out, think about decor! Keep it simple though, subtle touches like red and white tablecloths and napkins, heart-shaped decor, or minimalistic floral arrangements. 

 

Create a warm, welcoming vibe by setting up soft background music, instrumental or light jazz, offer relaxed seating and allowing the team to come together to chat. 

 

Consider small touches like personalised name tags or themed items that encourage conversation between the team. 

Key to a successful corporate lunch is the menu. You want to serve a menu that feels special, but is also practical for a work setting. Keep the food elegant, yet easy to eat without causing a mess! 

 

Choose mini bites, something like a charcuterie platter, filled with cheese, meats and fruits. Perhaps add a little something special to jazz up a salad, roasted beetroot, goats cheese or perfectly cooked salmon. Add in a colourful platter of vegetables with an array of dips, followed by a salver of fresh fruits including refreshing strawberries, grapes and citrus. 

 

You can’t celebrate Valentine’s Day without adding something sweet! Keep desserts easy to serve and share, while also adding that extra flair. You could go wild with choices, there’s so much… mini heart shaped cakes (pink in colour of course), chocolate covered strawberries or red velvet cupcakes for starters. 

Valentine’s Day lunches should be inclusive and accommodating to all dietary needs, so do ensure your menu offers a balance of options for those who are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or have allergies. 

 

While the focus will be the food, offering the right selection of beverages is of course essential to complement the food. For a corporate lunch, stick with non-alcoholic options, perhaps something a little bit different; water infused with citrus, cucumber or mint or raspberry lemonade. Remember the coffee too, some of the team may want a pick me up after diving into a bigger lunch than usual. 

 

Valentine’s Day is all about spreading love and appreciation and it’s a perfect occasion to show your employees how much they’re valued. Consider adding a small gesture to your lunch; personalised handwritten notes will mean so much to the team, thanking them for their hard work, or a small gift, like chocolates, a rose or a gift card for a coffee shop. 

Catering a corporate lunch for Valentine’s Day is more than just about food; it’s about creating an atmosphere where the team feel appreciated, valued and connected. By offering a carefully curated menu, keeping things professional yet fun and adding personal touches, you can create a memorable experience that boosts team morale and fosters camaraderie. 

 

Whether you’re looking to add a bit of fun to the workday or simply show your appreciation, a well-executed Valentine’s Day lunch is the perfect way to spread positivity and love throughout the office! 

 

Chat to our friendly team about your Valentine’s Day corporate lunch. Call 0121 706 6009 or email admin@robinsonscatering.co.uk – we’d LOVE to hear from you!