The right questions save expensive mistakes
Catering is often the largest wedding expense and the one guests remember longest. These ten questions help you compare vendors fairly - whether you choose Narayanam or another caterer.
Your checklist
Ask every caterer on your shortlist:
- Are you 100% vegetarian with dedicated kitchens? How do you prevent cross-contamination?
- What is the minimum guest count per function?
- Can we taste the menu before confirming? Is tasting included or charged?
- Do you cook on-site or transport food? What equipment do you bring?
- How do you handle last-minute guest-count changes?
- What is included - service staff, crockery, linen, live stations?
- How is pricing structured? Is GST shown separately?
- Who is my single point of contact on the wedding day?
- Can you provide references from a similar-scale event?
- What is your cancellation and payment schedule?
Red flags to watch for
Vague per-head pricing without menu detail. Unwillingness to do tastings. No clear answer on vegetarian kitchen practices. No named reference for large galas.
A good caterer welcomes these questions. We answer them in every consultation.
Answers
Frequently asked questions
Does Narayanam provide crockery and linen?
Scope varies by package. We clarify inclusions in your quotation - ask during consultation.
Are you strictly vegetarian?
Yes - 100% pure vegetarian, prepared in dedicated kitchens with zero cross-contamination. Purity is part of our spiritual foundation and of every celebration we serve.
How early should we book?
As soon as your dates are fixed - especially for peak wedding season. Popular weekends fill early, and multi-day weddings need longer planning lead time.