Holiday Happiness: Food Delivery and Sticking to Your Healthy Eating Plan Amid Indulgent Temptations

Posted by on Thursday, December 18th, 2014 with 2 Comments

As we’re entering the few weeks of the year that ultimately end up being the least healthy for most people, you might be wondering how you can maintain your nutrition goals instead of indulging every single day. We hear you – it’s not always easy to stay away from all the munchies your co-workers bring into the office to share during the holiday season, let alone all of the treats that might be arriving from different clients and vendors. Nevertheless, making healthy choices during the workday can help you do more than just avoid excess calories – it can help you feel healthier and keep your immune system strong, since we are also in the midst of cold and flu season. So if you’re looking for the best tips and tricks to stick to your healthy eating plan at the office during the holidays, you’ve come to the right place!

holiday treats

Those delicious cupcakes might look tasty now – but they can sabotage your dietary goals if you’re not careful!
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Employee Health: Supporting Workplace Wellness with a 30-Days-to-Healthy-Living Program

Posted by on Tuesday, December 16th, 2014 with Comments Off on Employee Health: Supporting Workplace Wellness with a 30-Days-to-Healthy-Living Program Comments

As you’re thinking through some new, creative ways to support your workplace wellness plan in the new year, start by focusing on the first thirty days. Studies show that it takes 30 days to form a new habit, and since so many Americans make a resolution to get healthy at the start of a new year, you can support those in your business looking to take on a healthier lifestyle by adding a 30-Days-to-Healthy-Living program to your workplace wellness series. So what does a program like this entail and how can it help your employees get (and stay!) healthier? We’ll cover all the things you need to know below.

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Bringing unique weekly workouts and activities to your employees, in combination with other programming, can help your staff stay on track with their healthy lifestyle goals in 2015!
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Corporate Catering and Your Holiday Party Menu: Top Desserts for Everyone in the Office

Posted by on Monday, December 15th, 2014 with Comments Off on Corporate Catering and Your Holiday Party Menu: Top Desserts for Everyone in the Office Comments

Planning out an office holiday party menu can be intense when trying to please everyone at your company. Your goal as the host or hostess is to have everyone walking away feeling like they had a great time, and since so many corporate holiday parties can seem forced, this is a serious undertaking. When it comes down to it, there are three things that will help you make your big holiday party fantastic: A gorgeous location, great music, and delicious food.

When you’re planning out the menu for the party, it’s easy to plan something simple or expected for dessert. Our tip? Aim to make dessert the best aspect of the party. Since it’s likely the final touch that most everyone will try before they walk out the door, it’s the best way to have your staff leave with a fantastic memory of the overall event. To help you plan the perfect dessert spread, we’ve compiled some of our favorite ways to bring on the holiday glitz and keep all of the foodies in your office satisfied!

holiday dessert menu

Planning a great dessert spread for your catered holiday party can make your event fabulous – and memorable!
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2015 Food Trends: Why Smoked Veggies Will Be Your New Food Delivery BFF

Posted by on Friday, December 12th, 2014 with Comments Off on 2015 Food Trends: Why Smoked Veggies Will Be Your New Food Delivery BFF Comments

One of our favorite things to do at the end of the year is closely examine all of the food trend predictions for the upcoming year. And this year certainly doesn’t disappoint – food concepts like 24/7 grocery delivery, the everyday chef, and an expansion of the craft food market are all exciting ways that foodies will be making a big mark on the culinary world in 2015. But one particular trend has us extra enthused: the rise of smoked foods, and more specifically, smoked veggies.

While we saw smoked meats become part of many options presented by restaurants over the last twelve months, that concept will begin to expand as chefs look towards new ingredients as a way to build out fantastic new smoked menu offerings. And since this flavor combo sounds absolutely divine, we wanted to share the options that we are most excited to try – and inspire you to incorporate some smoked veggies into your lunches in 2015, too! 

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Incorporating smoked veggies into your favorite salads is something you can actually order for lunch delivery today!
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Protein Soup: Power Up Your Food Delivery with These Zesty Choices

Posted by on Thursday, December 11th, 2014 with Comments Off on Protein Soup: Power Up Your Food Delivery with These Zesty Choices Comments

At this time of year, delicious soups are probably on your mind as you start scrolling through all of the food delivery menus on our website. And while soups are a yummy, filling option to order, it’s important to also make sure you’re getting the right combination of nutrients to help you not only stay full, but also productive throughout your afternoon. One way to do that is to find some soups that offer a big punch of flavor AND protein! And with the four options we’ve laid out below, you’re sure to find a tasty option that warms you up while also powering your mind for the rest of your day.

chicken and barley soup

When you’re searching for a yummy soup that packs the protein, chicken and barley soup is a tasty option that offers extra health benefits!
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The Better Burger: Five Delicious Food Delivery Choices – Sans Hamburger Meat

Posted by on Tuesday, December 9th, 2014 with 2 Comments

When you’re hungry and ready for a filling meal at lunchtime, one of your top options is probably a delicious hamburger with all the fixings. After all, there’s just something super tasty (and really easy!) about grabbing a burger for lunch. But when it comes down to it, traditional hamburgers aren’t a healthy option that any of us should choose for lunch delivery on a daily basis. But if you’re craving that yummy flavor and full belly feeling, what should you do? Believe it or not, there are several satisfying options from which to choose that make the traditional burger quite a bit healthier, while still retaining that delicious taste you crave. Ready to learn more about better burgers? We’ve laid four of our favorites below.

salmon better burger

Choosing leaner meats, like salmon, make for a better burger and immediately up the health value of your lunch.
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State of the Company Meeting: Bring Inspiring Food to the Corporate Catering Table at This Event

Posted by on Monday, December 8th, 2014 with Comments Off on State of the Company Meeting: Bring Inspiring Food to the Corporate Catering Table at This Event Comments

When it comes to large offices, one common yearly tradition is a big state of the company address. While your event might come with a different name, the overall goal is the same: to create an engaging, fun event that tells employees what the company accomplished over the last twelve months and the goals are for the upcoming year. It’s an excellent way to show your staff how their contributions have supported the firm’s growth, and giving your team a purpose to put behind their role in the company is a great way to keep everyone motivated! Plus, making the event fun for everyone can really build excitement going into the new year. To help you build an inspiring, memorable event for your team, we’ve come up with our favorite ways to engage groups like yours.

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At your big company meeting, remember that great food can help support your goals and values – it just takes a little creativity!
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National Comfort Food Day: 5 Delicious Treats You Must Order for Food Delivery Today

Posted by on Friday, December 5th, 2014 with Comments Off on National Comfort Food Day: 5 Delicious Treats You Must Order for Food Delivery Today Comments

When winter rolls around, it’s like the craving for comfort food isn’t very far behind. Whether it’s creamy soups, cheesy pasta, or deep dish pizza that tickles your fancy, there’s likely some lunchtime meal that pulls at your heartstrings and makes your mouth water a little more than others. And every once in a while, it’s okay to give in to those cravings! After all, if you’re making sure to eat healthy meals the majority of the time, straying from your regular diet is something that’s fine in moderation. So since it’s National Comfort Food Day (and a Friday!), there really isn’t a better excuse to indulge a little bit. If you’re looking for some delicious comfort foods to order in for lunch today, we’ve come up with our top five!

fried chicken and potatoes

Ordering fried chicken and potatoes for lunch is okay every once in a while – especially on National Comfort Food Day!
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Corporate Catering: How an In-Office Catered Lunch Can Be a More Productive Way to Work

Posted by on Thursday, December 4th, 2014 with 4 Comments

When you’re planning lunchtime meetings with clients, your immediate thought is likely to pick up the phone and make a reservation at a local hot spot with yummy food and a lovely atmosphere. But those lunches don’t typically make for great working lunches, and when you’re trying to accomplish a lot with a client (or even just a few colleagues), they’re probably not your best bet in terms of packing the most productivity into your day. But when it comes down to it, what are your options? Well, when you have access to a delicious catering service like Waiter.com, who will bring a delicious meal right to your office, you can easily keep your meetings in-house. Below, we’ll detail exactly why this is an ideal setup for you and your client – and how to do it best.

catered lunch

When it comes to business meetings, sometimes an in-house catered lunch can be a better fit for a more productive gathering.
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The Healthy Office: Ways to Build Participation in Your Workplace Wellness Program in 2015

Posted by on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014 with 4 Comments

As you’re making all of the big plans that go along with prepping your company for the end of 2014 and start of a new year, make sure you’re also thinking about how to continue engaging your employees with your workplace wellness program. Since your ultimate goal is to create a big impact with your program – both for your employee’s health and your business’s bottom line – it’s important to not just strategically plan how you’ll grow your company, expand your marketing, and build more capacity into your operational structure, but also how you’ll continue to instill healthy values into your company culture.

If it’s not something you’ve done before, know that promoting an internal program is a lot like marketing your business externally; it’s just done on a much more condensed platform. Since your core demographic is looking you in the face every day, it can actually be a lot easier to market a program to your internal team than it is to go externally to a much broader audience. You already know exactly where to reach your staff, five days a week. To help you build an internal marketing program that’s engaging and encourages your employees to participate in all of the opportunities your business will be offering, consider the tips we’ve outlined below. You’ll be sure to kick off the new year with a smashing success!

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Building excitement for what your company will offer in 2015 – like a fun, invigorating barre class – starts today.
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