Who chooses the menu?
Unless your program director has a keen interest in choosing the menu, the choice is up to the planner. The planner is often in the best position to make this choice since he or she has access to all important factors affecting food & beverage decisions: theme, location, special needs, availability, pricing structure(s), attendance info, and more. A good idea is to prepare two or three suggested menus and submit them to your program director for feedback. This provides an opportunity for the program director to relate special dietary information (s)he may not have passed along earlier. Remember, if you’re offering food at an event, be aware of special religious requirements, as well as special dietary needs when you choose your menu.
