As a premier Orlando caterer, we love partnering with esteemed brands to bring their corporate events to life. We’re honored that they trust us to represent their companies through exceptional corporate event catering and service. From grand opening celebrations to team building retreats, our John Michael Events team always delivers professional catering tailored to each event’s unique needs.
This summer, we had the opportunity to provide corporate event catering for McLaren Orlando’s 7/20 Day customer appreciation dinner. This special evening celebrated owners of the famed 720S, 750S, and 765LT McLaren models with the date itself paying tribute to the classic 720S and its well-known 720-horsepower engine.
It was a night of great company, delicious food, and true automotive luxury with McLaren’s impressive supercars serving as the backdrop for the festivities. Every element of the event came together to reflect the level of excellence McLaren (and John Michael Events!) is known for.
Keep reading for an insider’s look into this event, our corporate event catering options, and ideas for what’s possible for your next company celebration!
Inside McLaren Orlando’s 7/20 Day Celebration
McLaren is an iconic name in the automotive world, known for its high-performance cars, innovative engineering, and striking designs. With a brand identity rooted in luxury and performance, it was only fitting that McLaren Orlando wanted to create a memorable evening for some of its most valued customers. Our John Michael Events team was excited to bring our corporate event catering expertise to this special occasion.
The event took place inside the McLaren Orlando showroom, where the cars themselves set the scene for the evening. Upon arrival, guests were greeted by an incredible lineup of cars parked outside the dealership, creating a show-stopping first impression and the perfect photo opportunity. Inside, even more vehicles were on display in an array of models and colors, ultimately serving as the event decor. With such an incredible collection on display, you don’t need much else to dress up the room!
As guests arrived, our John Michael Events team welcomed them with champagne and hors d’oeuvres of Spanakopita, Tomato Bruschetta, and Shrimp & Grits. This set the tone for an evening of mingling and conversation among fellow McLaren owners and enthusiasts.
When it was time for dinner, guests gathered around long dining tables that we had set with sleek black linens, gold chargers and flatware, orange linen napkins, and vibrant tropical-inspired centerpieces. The arrangements included monstera and palm leaves paired with orange orchids, lilies, roses and birds of paradise, echoing the signature orange of the adjacent car on display. To complete the tablescape, amber and black fluted candles interspersed the floral while black gift boxes with orange bows sat at each place setting.
The result was a dining experience that felt polished and elevated, allowing the cars and the guests to take center stage. Every detail, from the event design to our corporate event catering, worked together to celebrate McLaren’s distinctive aesthetic and give guests an evening worthy of the brand.
Orlando Corporate Event Catering Menus
For an event and brand as iconic as McLaren, the catering had to be top-notch! At John Michael Events, we offer a wide range of corporate event catering options to accommodate gatherings of all sizes, styles, and occasions. Whether you’re planning a formal corporate dinner, a networking reception, or an all-day company meeting, our menus have you covered.
Our options include passed hors d’oeuvres, buffet-style catering, plated meals, and food stations along with convenient boxed lunches and continental breakfasts for morning meetings and daytime events.
For this customer appreciation dinner, we served a plated meal of:
- Salad John Michael
- Choice of Rosemary Lemon Chicken, Sirloin Steak, or Tempeh Steak with Quinoa Marinara
- Potato Gratin
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Homestyle Cheesecake
While we offer a variety of menus to get you started, we’re always happy to customize your selections even further, particularly if you have a specific dish or cuisine in mind or certain dietary parameters to accommodate. Our culinary team is happy to work with you to create a menu that fits your event perfectly!
Browse our corporate catering menus below to find the right fit for your next event:
John Michael Events Corporate Catering Menus
Why This Event Was Successful
This event was ultimately successful because of the quality of each element and the attention to detail throughout. Rather than incorporating an abundance of overly elaborate details, we focused on a few key elements that made a strong impact. For example, the floral arrangements and place settings were simple, but the striking black and orange color palette complemented the cars so well. This made the overall event design feel clean, modern, and elevated, which was perfectly suited to this luxury brand.
The corporate event catering menu followed a similar approach, and ties into our overarching philosophy on food. Instead of overcomplicating the menu, we opt for quality ingredients, including locally sourced, organic options, to make each dish shine.
And, of course, with McLaren’s cars serving as the backdrop, the vehicles provided their own form of decor and entertainment, giving guests plenty to admire and talk about throughout the evening. This event was a great example of how a few well-chosen details, good food, and a unique setting can come together to create an unforgettable customer experience.
Check out our Instagram reel about this event!
Frequently Asked Questions About Corporate Event Catering
What corporate catering services does John Michael Events offer?
John Michael Events offers corporate event catering in a variety of catering styles, including butler passed, buffet, plated, stations, boxed lunches, and continental breakfasts. View our menus here.
Can John Michael Events customize a corporate catering menu?
Absolutely! We offer an array of menus to get you started and can customize selections based on your event’s style, preferred cuisine, and dietary requirements. Our culinary team is happy to work with you to create a menu that fits your event and guests.
