Eastern Caterer

As a Kolkata-based catering service, they likely have strong expertise in Bengali cuisine and local palate preferences. However, directly confirm their menu flexibility for specific dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, religious restrictions) and whether they can customize offerings beyond their standard menus. This ensures your guests' requirements are met without last-minute surprises.

This varies significantly among catering services. You'll need to contact Eastern Caterer directly to understand whether their pricing covers food only, or if it includes service staff, table settings, serving equipment, and dishware. Clarifying this upfront prevents budget overruns and ensures you're not scrambling to arrange additional vendors.

Most catering services require 2-4 weeks advance notice for events, though this may vary based on guest count and menu complexity. Contact them directly to understand their booking timeline, deposit requirements, and cancellation/rescheduling policies, especially important for corporate events with changing headcounts.

This depends on their kitchen capacity, team size, and equipment. While they serve across Kolkata, confirm their maximum guest capacity, whether they use external catering facilities for larger events, and if they've handled events similar in scale to yours. This prevents booking a vendor that's understaffed for your needs.

Common add-ons include service charges, gratuity, delivery fees for distant venues, rental of serving equipment, bar service (if applicable), and decorative plating upgrades. Get a complete cost breakdown during initial consultation to avoid unexpected expenses closer to your event date.

Clarify whether they have pre-designed menu packages or if custom menus require additional time and potential surcharges. Understanding their flexibility and turnaround time helps you plan menu tastings and finalize selections within your event planning timeline.