Juan Carlo Caterer, who caters to the stars, celebrates his 30th birthdayth The anniversary marked last week with an event filled with the country's talented artists and a seven-course Filipino feast.
The festival transformed into a full-fledged all-star concert, as it featured performances by Regine Velasquez, Ogie Alcasid, Eric Santos, Morissette Amon, Angeline Quinto, and Aysel Santos. They all expressed their congratulations and gratitude to the owners who have been customers of Juan Carlo the Caterer for years.
“I feel like my husband and I are as much a part of those 30 years as he was also a part of our 15 years as a couple. So I just want to say congratulations,” Ms. Velasquez said in both English and Filipino after the song.
He also said, “Juan Carlo not only serves incredibly delicious food. They also bring us joy and wonderful memories.”
The catering company's founder, Alex Michael U. Del Rosario, who named his venture after his son, recalled the company's humble beginnings in 1995.
For his first catering job, he had to borrow his father-in-law's jeep to transport his equipment. Mr. del Rosario also said that the plates he used for that first event at a hospital in Batangas City were borrowed from his mother-in-law.
“Since we were starting our catering business, I was a one-man team. I was the chef, the waiter doing the set-up, the one cleaning up after the catering, and I was even the one washing the dishes,” Mr. del Rosario said in Filipino during a speech at the event.
He eventually gained widespread recognition in Metro Manila after hosting the lavish wedding of former senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla, Jr. and actress Lani Mercado in 1998.
From the borrowed vehicles and plates, the company now has more than 50 service vehicles and 20,000 plates, Mr. del Rosario said. What was once a one-man operation has grown into an enterprise with 214 regular staff members, 300 part-time workers and approximately 500 on-call waiters.
For Juan Carlo del Rosario, after whom the business was named, and who is now the company's assistant vice president, the key to its success lies in the dedication and excellence of every staff member in every program.
“The legacy of Juan Carlo the Caterer is built on passion, hard work and a desire to be at the center of delicious celebrations,” he said.
He added, “As we look to stage more memorable moments and set new standards for luxury, we are committed to a continued presentation of world-class culinary performances and creating unforgettable memories.”
During the festival, businessworld Had the chance to try some of Juan Carlo the Caterer's finest offerings – a seven-course meal that presents an elevated take on traditional Filipino cuisine, infused with some European techniques.
One thing that stood out about Juan Carlo's offerings that night was his passion for incorporating traditional Filipino ingredients into his dishes. Kamiyas In appetizers to use Asin Tibuk from Bohol in one of the main courses.
Although the anniversary celebration included a top-notch menu, star-studded presentations, and exquisite decor, it didn't overshadow the true heart of the event: the family and the people who helped build the company over the past 30 years. , Age Adrian A Eva
