ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Catering

Catering is like having a big picnic or party with lots of people who are coming to eat together. Imagine you want to have a birthday party in the park, but you don't have enough food for everyone. You can ask someone who does catering to help you with that! They can bring food and drinks to your party so everyone can have a good time and eat yummy things.

The people who do catering are called caterers. They usually work in big kitchens with lots of ovens and big pots and pans to make food for many people. They can cook all kinds of foods like pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and even fancy things like sushi or lobster.

Caterers can help you plan your party too! They can make sure there is enough food for everyone, even if some people have allergies or special diets. They can also help you decorate your party and set up tables and chairs so everyone has a place to sit and enjoy the food.

When the caterers arrive at your party, they will set up a big table with all the food and drinks on it. They can also bring plates, cups, and utensils so everyone can eat and drink without making a mess. After everyone has had their fill of food, the caterers will clean up and take away any leftover food, so you don't have to worry about cleaning up after your party.

Catering is a great way to have a special event with lots of people without having to do all the work yourself. It's like having your own personal chefs and servers to make sure your party is a big success!