Welcome to Mega Alexander Foods Mega Alexander Foods offers curated, high-end culinary experiences for signature weddings, exclusive corporate galas, and premium private events. Our menus feature sophisticated Mediterranean and Greek cuisine, meticulously designed around artisan ingredients and flawless execution. To assist you in the seamless planning of your celebration, we have outlined our structural investment guidelines and company policies below. Booking & Investment Structure What is the required investment for a Mega Alexander Foods event? Because every menu is bespoke, our pricing reflects the custom craftsmanship required for your specific date. Our billing is structured in two distinct parts: the raw food menu order and the necessary event production logistics. Full-Service Signature Events: To ensure your date receives our uncompromised culinary focus, we operate with a strict Food Menu Minimum of $5,000 for all full-service experiences (optimally designed for gatherings of 75 guests or more). Our artisan food menus begin at $60+ per guest. Event production costs—encompassing professional on-site chefs, service staff, travel logistics, and our standard 18% service charge—are calculated additionally based on your venue requirements. Gourmet Drop-Off Deliveries: For high-end corporate retreats or private gatherings requiring premium culinary delivery without service staff, we accommodate orders with a strict Food Menu Minimum of $2,500. Delivery logistics, setup fees, and applicable taxes are calculated additionally. Executive Note: For a standard full-service celebration, clients should anticipate an all-inclusive total investment (encompassing artisan food, expert staff, and administrative execution) averaging approximately $100 to $120+ per guest. When should we secure our date? To maintain our rigorous standards, we only accept a strictly limited number of bookings per weekend. For weddings and major galas, we advise securing your date 6 to 12 months in advance. For curated corporate or private drop-off events, all logistics and menu selections must be finalized a minimum of 14 business days prior to the date to ensure ingredient sourcing.   Menu Customization & Logistics Can I customize the menu or make adjustments for dietary restrictions? Completely. Every menu we design can be tailored to tell your unique story. We are highly experienced in accommodating vegetarian, vegan, and specific allergen requests. Please inform your event coordinator of any severe dietary needs during your initial consultation so we can design a flawless menu flow for your guests.   Does there need to be a full kitchen at my venue? Our culinary team is equipped to execute five-star dining anywhere we can drive. However, if your chosen venue or backyard space lacks a dedicated, safe preparation area with adequate power and heating elements, Mega Alexander Foods will architect a professional mobile field kitchen on-site. The logistical rental cost for mobile ovens and hot-holding units will be clearly outlined in your custom proposal.   Do you handle bar services and alcohol? Yes. We provide complete bar management services, including professional, insured bartenders, ice logistics, premium glassware, and custom cocktail curation. Please note that clients are responsible for securing the appropriate Special Event Permit (SEP) for the venue, while our team handles the flawless execution and service liability.   Are event rentals included in the food cost? Your culinary package includes our signature premium chafing dishes, hand-selected presentation platters, artisan charcuterie boards, and buffet station linens. For full-scale equipment coordination (tables, seating, fine china, and luxury linens), our event directors will seamlessly handle the sourcing and layout mapping with our trusted rental partners for a standard 10% management fee. Corporate Policies & Deadlines Booking Requirements & Deposits: To formally secure our services and lock in your date on our calendar, a non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total estimated event cost is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the event date. The Final Guest Count Deadline: We require your final, guaranteed guest count to be submitted exactly 14 business days prior to your event. To protect our kitchen prep and food costs, we cannot honor any decreases in guest count after this deadline. Minor increases in guest numbers can be accommodated up to 3 business days prior, subject to ingredient availability, and will be billed additionally.   Service Charge & Overhead: An 18% service charge is applied to all food, beverage, and labor costs. This charge directly covers the behind-the-scenes operational costs required to execute a high-end event, including the use of specialized catering equipment, off-site commercial kitchen rentals, liability insurance, transport logistics, and administrative event planning.