Party Planning? Here's How to Throw an Epic Event

We may not be Martha Stewart, but there are times when we just need to up our game and throw an epic event to dazzle and impress important guests. To get you ready for such an occasion, here are the suppliers and caterers you'll need to know so that you can bring out your A-game.

Caterers

SOCIAL SUPPLY

Want someone to do it all with aplomb and then some? Social Supply is an ‘everything events’ company that doesn’t just focus on catering. They also do events management in addition to co-ordinating catering from some of Shanghai’s best restaurants. As the brains and muscle behind FEAST, or the Aman Shanghai launch, you know the food they’ll provide is something for guests to be wow’ed by.

Website: www.socialsupplyshanghai.com  

Email: [e-mail]

Kate & Kimi

From smaller gatherings to branded events, Shanghai online grocer Kate & Kimi is a good choice for your catering needs. Their specialized catering services features cocktail platters and finger food. Perfect for all kinds of entertainment events (think cocktail and drinks) or office events (birthdays, farewells). They have partnered with local catering duo Els & Lina Catering to create their menu, using only the freshest of ingredients.

Web: www.kateandkimi.com

WeChat: Kateandkimikeshikemi

Sweet Ever After

This specialty cake shop has been on the lips of Shanghai’ers for years. They have created countless cupcakes and custom order cakes to satisfy any sweet tooth craving. Just take a look at their catalogue and you'll be surprised by the options available, but if you want something more customized they can also meet your needs - you just need to let them know a few days in advance. From cakes and cake pops to muffins and cookies, you can get it all here.

Website: www.sweeteverafter.com

WeChat: sweeteverafter

Tel: [phone] (closed on Tuesdays)

FIELDS

Popular online grocery store FIELDS also operates its own FIELDS KITCHEN offering a range of ready to serve food from bagels and Sicilian style pizza slices to whole roasted chickens and racks of spicy beef ribs. A tailor made menu for parties, coffee mornings, working lunches and more – FIELDS KITCHEN Bespoke – is also available. Simply get in touch at [e-mail] to discuss your exact requirements and budget.

Website: www.fieldschina.com

Email: [e-mail]

Decor

Panda Party Rental

From specializing in renting large tents to dance floors, dinnerware rentals and stage set ups, Panda Party Rental has been behind some pretty large branded events in Shanghai. No event is too big or too small.

Website: www.pandapartyrental.com

WeChat: pandapartyrentalppr

Tel: [phone] m: 159 21377012

Fun

Instaphoto Co.

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Add a dash of magic to your event with an engaging and fun photo booth. Luxury photo booth company Instaphoto Co. has been involved in some of the city’s biggest events. Their interactive photobooth provides a wide array of features including voice guidance, gesture and movement detection alongside some vibrant animations. They also have a light painting studio booth which gives guests an opportunity to take photos with their artwork. What's more, their CMYK setting also allows superimposing photos and also adding fun graphic effects.

Photo courtesy of Instaphoto Co

If you need a dose of sophistication, their technology can even provide personalized headshots, which goes perfectly for corporate events. How you want your guests to remember the night, is up to you!

Website: www.instaphotoco.com

GLAMOURLAB

Look your absolute best with the GLAM SQUAD. Known for doing beauty parties around town, you can now have your own special beauty party. From hair to makeup, you can have the team come before your event to help you get ready for the limelight, or they can help you plan your own special party. Whether it's a farewell, a bachelorette or a birthday (for adults and kids!), the options are limitless.

WeChat: GlamourLab or YasmineGL

Booze

LAIBA

LAIBA are cocktail specialists that started with home-delivery DIY cocktails, but now they've expanded into branded events and catering. 

If your party needs that added "wow" factor, these are the guys to contact.

WeChat: Laiba

Shanghai9.com

There is a great selection of booze from bourbon to beer. With same day delivery, you can even receive free delivery if you meet the minimum of RMB 500. Now this is an awesome way to stock your home before your thirsty guests appear.

Website: www.shanghai9.com

BottlesXO

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Even if you forgot to prepare your drinks before hand, BottlesXO have got you covered. From wines and beer to a selection of bubbly, they guarantee delivery within 60 minutes in Shanghai. The best part is that there's no delivery fee!

Go to the APP store to download: BottlesXO