However, some caterers do not provide tastings at all. They will give you references and show you pictures of their presentations of food. Be aware that preparing a meal for a few people and a few hundred is very different in the quantity, holding, and the transportation of the food. Judging the food at the caterer's kitchen is not always a true example of the food that is served at an event. Don't assume that you can bring 5 or 6 people to a tasting.
Tastings are expensive and complicated to provide for the caterer.
Ask if you can bring someone along, such as the bride or groom. References Request references from your caterer. Ask your friends, family, or colleagues for recommendations of caterers that they have employed for their events. Some caterers will provide you with letters of references or phone numbers of clients that are willing to share their past experience with your caterer. Request to look at pictures of events that they have done in the past.