DELTA CATERING / OCCASIONS

Conference & exhibition catering

At a conference, breaks set the pace; at an exhibition stand, short serving routes matter. Plan food around the programme, attendee groups and available space. Delivery windows and venue rules must be agreed before the event.

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A coffee station with white cups, filled rye breads, apples and small apple cakes in a modern foyer — Menu and atmosphere inspiration

OCCASIONS

Which format works for you?

Coffee breaks

Keep coffee, water and small dishes accessible on separate routes to make the most of the break.

Conference lunch

A complete meal within the programme. Match serving arrangements to attendee numbers and space.

Exhibition stands

Compact portions for short conversations. Storage, tableware and stand rules shape the selection.

AUSTRIAN INSPIRED

Menu ideas for your occasion

Six ideas explore different flavours and service formats. Browse the combinations and choose a direction for your occasion.

A coffee break with a Viennese touch

For arrivals or short programme breaks; not a substitute for lunch.

A working lunch in bowls

For a limited lunch break with seated or standing tables available.

Finger food for networking

For a reception after the programme, with savoury and sweet rounds.

A seminar day in three food breaks

Breakfast, lunch and an afternoon break follow the programme's actual pauses.

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A straightforward exhibition lunch

A warm meal with straightforward serving for a busy exhibition schedule.

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Savoury and sweet coffee break

A short break with a savoury bite, fruit and something sweet.

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PREPARE YOUR BRIEF

Your occasion, step by step

Treat the coffee break as part of the programme

A room of delegates leaving at once creates different demands from an open exhibition stand. Position water, coffee and food so queues do not cross. Include replenishment and used-tableware collection in the break plan.

A focused, clearly portioned selection

Break ideas include small filled rolls, vegetable sticks with dip and fruit portions. A longer conference day also needs a substantial lunch, such as a vegetable-and-grain dish alongside a second main option. At a stand, portions must work with available plates, surfaces and conversations.

Check the venue’s rules first

Check whether outside caterers are permitted and who arranges access, passes, power and water. Supply the hall and stand number and confirmed delivery windows. Delta Catering does not claim a partnership with an exhibition organiser or venue; delivery depends on their approval and date availability.

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PREPARE YOUR BRIEF

These details help with planning.

Food, staff, drinks, delivery and equipment are agreed individually. Only the services in the confirmed proposal are binding.

Prepare your event brief

Programme with breaks and parallel rooms
Guests per serving period, not only the daily total
Check permission for external suppliers
Coordinate delivery, stand space and collection

FAQ

Questions about this occasion

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Can an external caterer serve any exhibition?

The venue or organiser decides. Check rules for external suppliers, vehicle access, passes and delivery windows before finalising the menu. A catering plan does not replace any required venue approval.

How can short breaks avoid long queues?

Separate drinks and food where space allows and plan serving around groups arriving together. Pre-portioned food can help. Determine station numbers and staffing from the space and attendee count.

What does exhibition stand catering need?

Provide hall, stand number, headcount and serving times, plus storage space, power, water, tableware and waste rules. Small portions alone do not solve logistics; replenishment and clearing also need space and access.