Planning holiday office party catering in Toronto? Of everything on the party table, dessert is what people remember — the spread they photograph, the flavours they talk about on Monday morning. Whether you're organizing for a team of ten or a company-wide celebration, here's how to get the dessert part of your holiday office party exactly right.
Build a Spread With Something for Everyone
Office teams are a mix of tastes, so build around shareable crowd-pleasers instead of a single cake. Warm, made-to-order waffles loaded with toppings are a holiday-party favourite — guests can customize their own, which keeps the line fun and moving. Round out the table with bite-size desserts: chocolate-dipped treats, mini cheesecakes, and cookie-style sweets. With a mix like that, the chocolate lovers, the fruit fans, and the "just one small bite" crowd all leave happy.
How Much Dessert to Order Per Guest
A simple rule of thumb: plan two to three bite-size portions per person if dessert follows dinner, and four to five per person if the dessert table is the main event. For a team of twenty, that means forty to sixty pieces — enough to look abundant without drowning in leftovers. When in doubt, order a little extra. Leftover dessert has never ruined anyone's Monday.
Don't Skip the Drinks
Dessert plus drinks is what turns a table into an experience. Pair the sweets with made-to-order juices for a fresh contrast, and add coffee — specialty lattes and hot drinks are non-negotiable at a December party in Toronto. Set the drinks next to the dessert table so guests can grab both in one pass and keep mingling.
Ask About Options for Dietary Needs
Every office has a mix of dietary needs, and the holidays are the worst time to find out too late. When you place your order, mention any restrictions up front — vegetarian options, nut concerns, or anything else your team needs — so the spread works for everyone. A quick note in your email is all it takes.
Make the Table Look the Part
Presentation does half the work. Use tiered stands or risers to give the table height, group items by type so guests can scan quickly, and add small labels for anything with common allergens. A little greenery or a string of fairy lights turns a conference-room table into something that feels like a party.
Order Early — December Books Up Fast
Holiday party season is the busiest catering stretch of the year in Toronto. Aim to place your order at least one to two weeks ahead of your event date, especially for parties in the second half of December. Browse the menu to build your lineup, then email info@juicedudez.ca with your event date, guest count, and whether you'd like delivery or pickup. The team will confirm availability and quantities for your group.
Pickup or Delivery in Toronto
If you're picking up, our The Well location in downtown Toronto makes an easy stop on the way to the party. You can find all of our locations here — and see Google Maps for hours when planning your pickup run.
One last tip: share the dessert lineup with the office before the party. A little anticipation goes a long way — and it gives you a headcount of who wants what. Happy holidays from Juice Dudez!