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Labor Day is just around the corner, making it the perfect time for planning something special for a tasty Labor Day Celebration!
This year marks the 125th anniversary of the celebration that honors the American worker and is the unofficial end of summer.
Millions of people around the country will take Labor Day off and relax, attend events, and hold their own backyard celebrations.
Having a tasty celebration is easier than one may think, and planning ahead can make a world of difference in keeping the celebration stress-free.
“Having a gathering for tasty Labor Day celebration is a great way to have fun, mingle, and enjoy some wonderful food,” explains Mathil Chebat, the mother and executive chef of Layla’s Lebanese Restaurant, a family-owned and operated restaurant. “The centerpiece of your celebration is going to be the food you serve, so you want to pay special attention to that and aim to please.”
Here are some tips for having a tasty Labor Day celebration:
- Wow, the crowd. Opt for making something that is easy, yet will be a pleasant surprise for those who attend the celebration. Opting for something like barbecuing kabobs will give people a delicious meal that they will remember and you can brag about.
- Make it a potluck. If you want to share the labor in preparing food for the gathering, consider making it a potluck. Make it more fun by picking a theme and asking people to bring a dish to share. Example themes include Mediterranean, Spanish, summer, Mexican fiesta, etc. You could have one in which everyone brings a dish that is a family favorite, or opt for a Meatless Monday theme since the holiday will be on a Monday.
- Choose drinks wisely. What you offer people to drink is going to make a big difference. Aim for a variety of options, so that there is something for everyone, and if you will be serving wine, try to pair it with what you are serving.
- Consider catering. For you and your guests to really get a day off, consider catering your tasty Labor Day celebration. It’s more affordable than you may think, and it saves you the time and effort of preparing food for everyone.
- Serve sensational ready-made flavors. If you want to save time, opt for premade things you can put out, such as dips. Opt for ones that are expertly made and have a great reputation, such as those made by Lalya’s. Layla’s Food Company offers gourmet ready-made whips, dips, and more.
- Employ psychology. There is a lot more that goes into creating a great-tasting meal at a gathering than just the food. Research has shown that the ambiance and even the plates make a difference. If a plate of food looks nice, for example, people tend to think it tastes better. Put a little effort into how the food area looks and the ambiance, and researchers say the guests will be more likely to find the food tastier.
About Layla’s Lebanese Restaurant
Located in Woodbridge, Virginia, Layla’s Lebanese Restaurant has been serving up authentic Middle East cuisine for over 10 years. Family-owned and operated, the company offers a wide variety of traditional dishes made from family recipes. The restaurant also offers catering and has a dip product line that is available in stores. For more information, visit: https://www.laylas.net.
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