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The Fresh Perspectives Blog highlights ongoing and new initiatives of Blue Plate that reflect our dedication to the environment. This blog also offers ideas to our clients on hosting more eco-friendly events.
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Amazing News for Blue Plate!
Friday, December 16th, 2011
We are excited to announce that Blue Plate Catering is certified green!
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Chicago Biofuels
Monday, December 12th, 2011
Blue Plate is proud to announce its partnership with Chicago Biofuels.
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Green Thoughts on Thanksgiving
Friday, November 18th, 2011
Giving thanks to one another is the theme this time of year. But giving thanks to the earth is something that can be taken into account as well.
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Biking to Blue Plate
Monday, November 7th, 2011
Early this summer the idea came to us to have a “Bike to Work Challenge” where, as a green and wellness initiative, staff would bike to work for a month and the staffer that biked most often would be rewarded. Unfortunately, we soon realized there was nowhere secure to lock the bikes.
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PepsiCo Green Fest
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011
In being a sustainable company, it’s important for us to get the word out to clients – and potential clients – about our initiatives. That’s why when we were asked to participate in the PepsiCo Green Expo, we jumped at the chance.
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Tell Your Story
Tuesday, July 12th, 2011
Personal. Bold. Creative. Wedding invites are taking the world by surprise as traditional is out and thinking “out of the box” is in.
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CS What?
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011
It’s that time of the year. The flowers are budding, the sun is finally shining and the street fests have begun. With all the great reminders of summer, it’s hard not to get excited to eat all the fresh food that is available in the Midwest.
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Food Truck Fiesta
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011
Do you follow the many food trucks on Twitter? Do you love these wagons full of culinary goodness taking over the lunch scene on Chicago streets? If you have fond memories of ice cream trucks in the summer or crave the jumbo pretzels sold on the streets of Manhattan, why not have them at your wedding reception?
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Direct By Blue Plate
Wednesday, June 8th, 2011
You may be ordering a few boxed lunches for a board meeting or having Blue Plate cater a friend’s baby shower. Whatever end of the spectrum your event falls, know that when you are ordering from Direct by Blue Plate, you’re ordering green.
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Dinner on the Farm
Monday, May 23rd, 2011
Farm dinners are designed to bring people together over a great meal. Whether you’re truly out on the farm or have found a suitable outdoor space in the city, Blue Plate can do the work for you while you enjoy the surroundings that elicit the nostalgia of the country. Talk to your sales team about designing a farm fresh, family style menu and a simple, yet beautiful décor.
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