Some markets explode quietly, and the event-catering niche is one of them. Engagements, bridal showers, baby showers—these gatherings happen year-round, and hosts want beautiful food without touching an apron. With menu packages ranging $450–$1,200 per event, even a small roster of monthly bookings pushes earnings to $3,500+ without scaling into a full catering operation.
Build 3–5 Signature Menus
Brunch board, pasta bar, mini entrée spread, dessert bites. When guests rave, you become their person for the next event.
Offer Per-Guest Pricing for Predictability
$25–$45 per head for 20–50 guests = clean math, clear value. Predictable pricing makes booking frictionless.
Final Word — From Someone Who Builds Cashflow, Not Chaos
Engagements and showers are emotional transactions wrapped in food. Cook well, present beautifully, and price like you’re solving a problem, not filling plates.
High demand. High margin. $3,500/month is execution—not fantasy.
I'm Richard Polk Vaughan, head writer at The Daily Credit, where I blend Wall Street expertise with freelance hustle. Crafting investment strategies and advising clients is my game, but I also dive into affiliate marketing and social media strategy. Outside work, you’ll find me on the tennis court or golf course, and I never say no to a good pizza. Balancing work, play, and passion keeps me sharp and ahead of the curve.
