The Blog
Notes from the field
Practical guides from PMF's own catering operations across Uganda.
27 April 2027
Less Waste, More Local: Our Approach to Responsible Catering
Good catering is not only about what is on the plate. It is also about how we source, serve and clean up. Here is our approach to responsible catering.
13 April 2027
Behind the Scenes: A Typical Day for a PMF Catering Team
What does it take to serve hot, fresh meals at a venue far from our kitchen? Here is a look behind the scenes of a typical catering day.
30 March 2027
Celebrating a Graduate: Planning the Perfect Graduation Party
Years of hard work deserve a proper celebration. Here is how to plan a graduation party your graduate and guests will remember.
16 March 2027
Catering for Every Guest: Vegetarian, Halal and Other Dietary Needs
A great host makes sure every guest can enjoy the meal. Here is how to plan for special diets without stress.
2 March 2027
Outdoor Events in the Rainy Season: How to Keep Your Catering on Track
Uganda's rains can arrive without warning. Here is how to protect your guests, your food and your programme at outdoor events.
16 February 2027
Hosting an Event Upcountry? A Logistics Checklist for Organisers
Events outside Kampala bring great opportunities and a few extra challenges. Use this checklist to make sure your upcountry event runs smoothly.
2 February 2027
Catering for NGO and Government Programmes: Getting the Accountability Right
Donor-funded and public programmes need more than good food. They need clear records that stand up to audit. Here is what to look for in a caterer.
19 January 2027
How Great Catering Makes Conferences and Corporate Events Work
At a conference, food is more than a break. It keeps people energised, networking and on schedule. Here is how to get it right.
5 January 2027
Budgeting for Event Catering: Getting Great Value Without Cutting Corners
A new year means new event budgets. Here is how to plan catering costs wisely and get the most from every shilling.
22 December 2026
Ugandan Dishes That Always Impress Your Guests
Uganda's food is rich, colourful and full of flavour. These local favourites are guaranteed crowd-pleasers at any event.
8 December 2026
Catering for Kwanjula and Kuhingira: Honouring Tradition with Style
Introduction ceremonies are among the most important days in a Ugandan family's life. Here is how to plan catering that honours tradition and impresses every guest.
24 November 2026
How Much Food Do You Need? Estimating Quantities for Your Guests
Too little food embarrasses the host. Too much wastes money. Here is how to plan the right quantities for your event.
10 November 2026
Planning Your End-of-Year Office Party: A Catering Guide
December fills up fast. Start planning your end-of-year office party now, and use this guide to get the food right.
27 October 2026
Buffet, Plated or Packed? Choosing the Right Service Style for Your Event
The way food is served shapes the whole feel of an event. Here is how to choose between buffet, plated and packed meals.
13 October 2026
10 Questions to Ask Your Wedding Caterer Before You Book
Your wedding menu is one of the things guests remember most. Ask these ten questions before you sign, and you will choose a caterer with confidence.
29 September 2026
25 Schools, 22 Districts, Close to 6,000 Teachers: What We Learned Catering for Brainwave Careers
Feeding a training programme in one hall is a job. Feeding it at 25 schools across Central and Eastern Uganda is a logistics exercise. Here is how we did it.
8 September 2026
Food Safety on the Move: How We Keep Every Meal Safe, Wherever We Serve
Serving great food far from a fixed kitchen takes discipline. Here is how PMF Catering Services keeps hygiene and food safety at the centre of every event.
18 August 2026
How to Plan Catering for a Training or Workshop: A Practical Checklist
Meals can make or break a training day. Use this simple checklist to plan catering that keeps participants fed, focused and on schedule.
28 July 2026
Bringing the Kitchen to You: Upscale Catering, Anywhere in Uganda
Great food should not depend on how close your venue is to Kampala. Here is how mobile catering brings restaurant-quality meals to any event, in any region.