Gurugram loves live grills, chaat bars, and clean, high-flavour menus. In summer, skip mayo-heavy salads; do kebabs, kathi rolls, chilled chaats, and a kids’ pasta station. Keep strong vegetarian and Jain no-onion-garlic options—corporate groups expect this. Trends: millet desserts, regional Punjabi/Rajasthani spreads, and pan-Asian bowls. Use mytribe to shortlist verified caterers who match your vibe, budget, and date—we’ll coordinate tastings and pin down portions before you sign.
Know pricing and hidden extras
Per-plate costs vary by menu and staffing; live counters, mocktails, premium crockery, generators, ice, and late-night overtime add up. Ask for an all-inclusive breakup with taxes, transport, and buffer hours—it’s where most surprises hide. I prefer fewer counters done perfectly over sprawling spreads. On mytribe, we lock scope, staffing ratios, and inclusions in writing, and handle the back-and-forth so you don’t pay for vague ‘miscellaneous’ later.
Plan venue logistics early
RWAs often restrict coal tandoors and noise after 10:30 pm; apartments have fixed lift timings; farmhouses on Sohna Road may require vendor passes. Parking and power backup matter more than you think. Confirm water access, waste disposal, and rain plans (tents, covered counters). Mytribe checks permissions, coordinates setup/wrap timing, and suggests alternatives like gas/electric grills when restrictions apply—so service flows smoothly even with Gurgaon’s traffic and rules.
Trust and tasting are non-negotiable
Insist on FSSAI licensing, kitchen hygiene checks, and two recent references. Do a 4–6 item tasting to lock seasoning, plating, and portions; pay a nominal fee if needed. Clarify cancellation terms, GST invoices, and leftover packing. Mytribe verifies provider listings, documents commitments, and manages every change request—so the promises made at tasting show up exactly on the buffet line.