FIELD NOTES FROM THE HOUSE.
Thanksgiving and Holiday Catering Is Open for Orders
Pollen & Platter’s Thanksgiving and Holiday buffet menus are live for the season, plus how the rest of the LHH family can round out your event.
How to Choose the Right Catering Approach Based on Your Guest Count and Goals
Choosing the right catering approach starts with one question: What do you want this event to feel like?
Not Every Event Needs Full-Service Catering — and That’s a Good Thing
There’s a misconception that full-service catering is always the goal. In reality, the best events choose the level of service that supports the experience — not the other way around.
Introducing Lavender Haze Mobile: A New Division of Lavender Haze Hospitality
Lavender Haze Hospitality is proud to introduce Lavender Haze Mobile — our fully custom mobile kitchen division serving Madison and Southern Wisconsin.
When Drop-Off Catering Is the Right Choice for Your Event
Not every event needs full-service catering — and that’s not a compromise.
The Difference Between Good Food and Good Hospitality
Good food satisfies hunger.
Good hospitality satisfies people.
Behind the Scenes: How a Large Event Comes Together
A well-executed event appears effortless. Behind that ease is structure.
Why Menus Should Be Built Around People, Not Trends
While food culture evolves constantly, the most successful menus are grounded in something steadier: people. Their preferences, traditions, and expectations matter far more than what’s popular in the moment.
Choosing the Right Catering Style for Your Event
One of the most important early decisions in event planning is choosing the right catering style. Not every service format suits every event — and the best choice often has less to do with budget and more to do with atmosphere.
What Defines a Lavender Haze Event
A Lavender Haze event is never just about the food. Food matters deeply — but what guests remember is how the experience felt. The sense that everything unfolded with ease. That nothing felt rushed or overlooked. That the room carried a quiet confidence. At its core, Lavender Haze Hospitality is built around intention.
Celebrating Fiskars' 375th Anniversary with Nordic Elegance
At Lavender Haze Hospitality, we take pride in creating unforgettable culinary experiences that reflect the spirit of every event. In November 2024, Twisted Radish Catering had the honor of collaborating with Fiskars to celebrate their remarkable 375th anniversary at their Middleton headquarters.
FloraBay Catering: A Vibrant and Flavorful Wedding Feast
At FloraBay Catering, we recently had the pleasure of catering a beautiful wedding that perfectly encapsulated our philosophy of using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to create vibrant and flavorful dishes. The setting was intimate and charming, with thoughtful details that reflected the couple's unique style and love for delicious, wholesome food.