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Questions to ask when hiring a caterer

Now that the Austin Bridal Extravaganza is over and a new summer booking season has begun, we are getting many new inquiries for weddings next spring.  Interviewing potential vendors is so hard, especially when everyone does things just a little bit differently.  So here is a link to a list of questions and answers that [...]

Happy Clients = Happy Caterers!

As we move from event to event, it’s so great to get great feedback from a couple who we truly enjoyed working with.  I just received the nicest email from a groom we worked with last month. “I just wanted to thank you guys so much for the amazing job you did at our wedding. [...]

Reminder: La Paloma Open House tomorrow in Lakeway!

We are hoping to see everyone out to the La Paloma Open House tomorrow!  This gorgeous new venue is a sight to see.  Not only does it have a beautiful pavilion (a great rain plan!), 2 ceremony sites, and a luxurious pool house and hot tub, but the rental fee includes overnight accommodations for as [...]

Action Stations!

Over the past several months, Royal Fig has had fun putting together some great “action stations.”  It’s another unique twist on the traditional buffet.  The idea is to create a small but visually appealing display of food, where guests can meander and munch, avoiding the long buffet lines and the ho-hum presentation of food chafers.  [...]

Pig Roast Wedding at the Allan House

Ben Godkin did a fabulous job capturing what I think was our most unique wedding to date…  A true tribute to the pig and everything pork.  Our menu for the day consisted of: Appetizer Truffle Popcorn Dinner Whole Pig Roast Pig Ear Salad Homemade Charcuterie (Pork Tenderloin Terrine, Pate, Smoked Kielbasa, and Head Cheese were [...]

More great press!

Thanks to local wedding guru, Stacey Harrell, for covering Royal Fig in this recently released article on Austin wedding catering.  Hope you enjoy! Wedding Caterers in Austin, Texas as Unique as the Town

Check us out on the Style Me Pretty blog!

We are very honored to be included on the Style Me Pretty blog as photographed by the talented Jennifer Nichols.  Check out the Style Me Pretty blog by clicking here! This was the menu for this rustic chic event: Passed Appetizers: Yucatan Pulled Pork on Arepas with Queso Fresco and Ancho Paint Vera Cruz Shrimp [...]

Catering Trend: Family Style!

Everyone pause for a moment and think about Thanksgiving.  That time of year when family and friends reunite to celebrate life’s little and big blessings.  Now, think about the food.  If you are a member of a typical American household, you may well find yourself envisioning a traditional family-style service.  The turkey is front and [...]

Meet Natalie – the new Royal Fig intern!

We’re so happy to welcome a new addition to our team for the spring – Natalie Osborne.  Here is an account of her first full week with Royal Fig… Hi, everyone!  I’m Natalie, the first official Royal Fig Intern!  After just two weeks and three events, I already have lots of stories and updates to [...]

Food Photography – A guest post by Eric Hegwer, Austin Wedding Photographer

Thanks Kristen for allowing me to do a guest post on your blog.  At first I didn’t know how to relate wedding photography and food, but then it hit me. We all love to have a great meal, right?  But have you ever really thought about the process of dining?  It’s an experience – one [...]