Catering Services Blog
Our catering services blog is a place to keep up with what we have been doing! We hope you stick around and read a couple of our amazing caterings/events!
Sharing Our Heart: The Bryant Chamber Lunch N Learn Experience
What an incredible day we had at the Bryant Chamber of Commerce Lunch N Learn on May 28th! When we were invited to share our story of “Leading with the Heart: How Heart Leadership Changed Our Business,” we knew this was an opportunity we couldn’t pass up. There’s nothing we love more than connecting with fellow business leaders who are passionate about creating positive workplace cultures.
From Finalists to Winners: Our AY’s Best of 2025 Journey
What a wild and wonderful ride this has been! When we first learned that Vibrant Occasions had been named finalists in not just one, but TWO categories for AY Magazine’s Best of 2025 contest, we were honestly speechless. To be recognized alongside Arkansas’s top businesses in both “Best of Catering” and “Best Place to Work” felt like such an incredible honor.
Home is Where the Heart Is: Winning The Saline Courier’s Readers’ Choice Award
Sometimes the most meaningful recognition comes from the place you call home. When we learned that Vibrant Occasions had been named the winner of The Saline Courier’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Caterer, we honestly didn’t have words. After all these years of serving our Saline County community, to have our neighbors choose us as their favorite? That’s a feeling we’ll treasure forever.
Comfort Food Classics: Chef Serge’s Holiday Casseroles
When Chef Serge Krikorian recently appeared on THV11’s The Vine, hosts Adam Bledsoe (sporting a rather festive turkey hat!) and Ashley King got a taste of two crowd-pleasing casseroles that are perfect for any gathering, not just the holidays. While this segment originally aired during Thanksgiving, these comforting dishes are crowd-pleasers year-round.
A Fun Guacamole Bar Featured on THV 11’s The Vine
If you’re looking to add a touch of excitement to your next gathering, look no further than a guacamole bar! This interactive station allows your guests to customize their own guacamole creations, making it the perfect addition to tailgate parties, barbecues, and any festive gathering. Recently, Chef Serge Krikorian showcased a delicious basic guacamole recipe on THV 11’s The Vine with co-hosts Adam Bledsoe and Ashley King. Let’s dive into the details of this recipe, explore its origins, and discuss how to set up a fabulous guacamole bar!
Destination Wedding Planning: How to Create Your Perfect Cultural Experience in Arkansas
Creating Your Dream Destination Wedding in Arkansas
Planning a destination wedding involves countless decisions from selecting the perfect venue to creating a menu that will wow your guests. Whether you’re coming to Arkansas from across the country or across the globe, or you’re an Arkansas native wanting to infuse international flavors that remind you of special travels with your partner, Vibrant Occasions Catering is uniquely positioned to bring your culinary vision to life in The Natural State.
Elegant Spring Wedding at The Grandeur House in Little Rock
When Hannah and Justin Messer envisioned their perfect wedding day, they dreamed of an elegant celebration in a light, airy space that could be transformed into a personalized canvas for their love story. As their chosen caterer, we at Vibrant Occasions had the privilege of witnessing their vision come to life while providing a memorable culinary experience for their guests. Today, we’re sharing this beautiful celebration from our unique perspective at the heart of their reception.
Vibrant Occasions Partners with Chef Matt Fuller for CAMCAC Fundraiser
At Vibrant Occasions Catering, we believe that great food has the power to bring people together for meaningful causes. On April 10, 2025, we had the honor of partnering with Chef Matt Fuller of 501 Prime for “Sip, Savor, and Support at The Hill,” an elegant fundraising gala benefiting the Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center (CAMCAC).
Chef Serge Shares Perfect Vodka Sauce Recipe on THV11’s The Vine
Our Executive Chef Serge Krikorian returned to THV11’s The Vine recently, continuing his regular series of cooking demonstrations but this time with a special guest and an important cause to highlight. Chef Serge was joined by Holly from the Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child…