Many of us have had to attend a business lunch or meeting for work which was catered. But how many of us had to hire the catering company? Often times, these meetings are scheduled the day before – or even the morning of. If you are charged with the task of finding food for the next business lunch, don’t panic.

Find out who will be attending the lunch meeting. How many people will be eating? Ask your boss or the meeting executive whether or not the lunch should be casual or more upscale. This is important because you certainly will not want to order a three-course meal for an informal business lunch. Conversely, you will not want to order sub sandwiches for a room full of executives or board of directors, unless specifically asked. Of course, you may have a budget to which you need to adhere. This may also determine the type of food you purchase for your business lunch. In most cases, however, sandwiches and fruit or potato chips are ideal for an impromptu business lunch.

Try to find out what type of food the attendees prefer. If there is time, take a quick poll of the attendees and see if they have a craving for a certain type of food. You can also provide them with a choice – Mexican or Chinese food? Sandwiches or Pasta? Be careful, though. You may have a lot of differing responses, which will leave some of the attendees disappointed in your food selection. When in doubt, it is best to make the decision yourself. If you have had business lunches with these people in the past, think of some of the dishes that you know they enjoy.

Begin calling restaurants and caterers. Trying to find a caterer for business lunch on short notice can be difficult, but many catering companies expect to prepare food for business lunches and meetings with little turnaround time. When you find a caterer that is able to provide you with the food you need, ask about all of your options. Will the food be delivered or will you need to pick it up? Exactly what side dishes or condiments are included in the lunch? Does the caterer provide plates, napkins and utensils? Will they provide any heating trays (if needed)?

Once the food is prepared and in the office, set up the conference room or designated area where you are having your business lunch. Place the food in a central location along with plates, cups and napkins so everyone has easy access to it. Some catering companies will provide you with set up and clean up service, but you probably won’t need that unless the meeting is more formal and upscale.

Allow the attendees to enjoy the food and discuss business. Once the meeting is over, clean up and restore the conference room to its previous condition. Having your business lunch catered on short notice may seem difficult, but by following the tips provided here, your attendees will think you’ve had it planned for weeks.

Candid wedding photos blend photojournalism and storytelling blend to make your memories even more personal. A candid wedding photographer will be your eyes during the ceremony, snapping shots of seemingly mundane activities and elevating them to an art form.

Where traditional photography relies on posed and staged settings, candid or photojournalistic photos take a more narrative approach. Some couples prefer to have candid shots versus traditional wedding photography because it lends a more “human touch” to the ceremony. Others may choose to have a mix of both traditional and candid photos for their wedding album.

A wedding photographer that will capture candid photographs should ideally have experience in photojournalism and have the ability to capture a wide range of subjects in different settings and lighting. Your wedding photographer should be well-versed in both candid and formal photos, but some only specialize in one type of photography. Some couples choose to hire a professional photographer that specializes solely in candids for one set of photos and another photographer who specializes in formal photos for another set.

A wedding photographer specializing in candid photography will seek to create a story through pictures. These images can be retrieved randomly or in sequence – from you getting prepared to departing the reception – and it makes for a compelling presentation. Weddings are full of activity, and candid wedding photos can also capture the moments you miss.

Before your ceremony, working with your wedding photographer and make sure that he understands your vision. Explain what types of activities you’d like him to focus on, but don’t necessarily limit the photographer’s subject range. Keep in mind that candids are informal and, most importantly, real representations of your ceremony; some light editing may be needed, but it isn’t necessary to completely retouch your photos.

Your wedding photographer should have a long zoom lens on his camera, so he can capture your ceremony from far away without being noticed. Additionally, make sure that he turns off the “click” sound on the camera when a photo is taken, as well as the flash, which can also be distracting.

Candid wedding photos can be shot at home, during the ceremony, at the reception and even at your rehearsal dinner; the sky is the limit to the number of photos you want taken. The key to candid photography is spontaneity, and your wedding photographer will likely be flitting about throughout your ceremony and reception – try your best to ignore the camera completely so your photos remain candid.