When it comes to fuelling a happy productive crew, cast and staff on location, ditch the junk food and go with the healthy, tasty options available at Dean’s Catering located in Los Angeles

A recent study has found that a poor diet can affect more than your waistline and physical health, it can actually increase your risk of depression! The British study found that people who consumed a diet high in processed meat, desserts, fried food, refined cereals and high fat dairy products were much more likely to experience symptoms of depression. On the flipside, the study revealed that those who ate a diet full of fruits, vegies and lean meats were far less likely to report being depressed.

An American study has also found a link between an unhealthy diet and depression

People who regularly eat processed foods such as doughnuts, pastries and fast food were far more likely to:

• Lead a sedentary lifestyle
• Smoke cigarettes
• Consume Alcohol
• Eat other nutritionally lacking foods
• Work more than 45 hours a week

Most frighteningly the study revealed that those who follow an unhealthy diet are 51% more likely to develop depression compared with those who eat a healthy diet.

Recent research has also revealed that there may be a link between consuming trans fats and being irritable and aggressive! Who needs that on set?!

At Dean’s Catering located in Los Angeles, our tasty menu options support a healthy, nutritious diet

From fresh seafood and lean proteins to plenty of locally sourced fruits and vegetables, a catering solution from Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles is sure to have your production team performing well and feeling happy.

To find out more about our deliciously nutritious menu options, or to secure our services, please contact us.

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When it comes to location catering, the fresh, nutritious California style menu that Dean’s Catering provides may be the perfect solution for your Los Angeles production

Californian style food is all about enjoying food that is simply prepared to respect the quality of the seasonal local produce. These disease fighting, low calorie and nutrient-rich fresh fruits and vegetables are incredibly healthy and a great way to fuel your cast, crew and staff on location.

At Dean’s Catering we also gain inspiration from the healthiest cuisines around the globe when creating our tasty, fresh menus:

• Mediterranean cuisine

Traditional Greek foods like leafy green vegetables, fresh fruit, lentils, fish and olive oil deliver lots of nutrients that can cut your risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and other diet related diseases. A study has recently revealed that eating a traditional Mediterranean style diet has been linked with a 25% reduced risk of death from heart disease and cancer. This type of cuisine is rich in healthy fats, and has also been shown to help people lose more weight than a traditional low-fat diet.

• Vietnamese

Vietnamese food is typically prepared in a very healthy way, with lots of water or broth based cooking styles. The fresh herbs, vegetables and seafood pack a healthy nutrient punch, and the traditional Vietnamese flavorings (cilantro, mint, basil, star anise and red chili) have been shown to aid digestion and reduce inflammation.

• Japanese

Traditional Japanese cuisine is incredibly healthy, and this is supported by the population of the island of Okinawa where people often live to over 100 years old. The secret to their healthy diet is a diet rich in fruit and vegetables that are prepared by light steaming or stir-frying, and not overeating. Key healthy foods to look out for in Japanese cuisine include yams, green tea, bok choy, seaweed, seafood, shitake mushrooms and unprocessed soy foods (tofu, edamame beans and tempeh).

• Indian

Forget the fat laden creamy curries and the deep fried curry puffs, traditional Indian cuisine is packed full of healthy spices including turmeric, ginger, chili and garam masala which are healthy flavors that can actually protect against some cancers and Alzheimer’s disease! Yogurt and lentils are also great staples in a traditional Indian diet.

• Spanish

The Spanish tradition of eating tapas (think small plates of food eaten over a long period of time) includes heaps of healthy options including fresh seafood, vegetables and olive oil.

Experience healthy fresh Californian produce prepared with inspiration from around the globe at Dean’s Catering located in Los Angeles

At Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles, we source the freshest produce in California and gain inspiration from the tastiest and healthiest cuisine in the world to provide you with fresh, delicious fuel for your cast, crew and staff on set.

Discover more about our catering services and tasty, sophisticated menu options by contacting us today!

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Choose a catering service that provides nutritious, fresh and delicious menu options

Craft service is often blamed for celebrity weight gain, but with the healthy options at Dean’s Catering located in Los Angeles, you can forgo the snack table and enjoy healthy, tasty fresh meals to help support a busy filming schedule.

High protein, fresh, nutritious meals are particularly important when supporting actors have dramatically transformed their physiques for movie roles

Bulking up or gaining lean muscle mass is sometimes necessary for actors portraying certain characters in movie roles. Without the help of a diet full of lean protein, vegetables and fresh fruit, these actors would never have been able to maintain their fit physiques on set:

Most recently actor Tom Hardy bulked up big time for his role in the latest instalment of the Batman movies- The Dark Knight Rises. The lead actor in these movies Christian Bale undertook a dramatic transformation of his own for Batman Begins.

Ryan Reynolds went from sitcom star to Hollywood Heartthrob by getting ripped to perform in Blade Trinity, whilst Will Smith went from goofy rapper to elite athlete to portray boxer Mohammad Ali in the acclaimed movie Ali.

Gerard Butler is another actor who gained muscle mass to play a Spartan King in the historical/fantasy movie 300, whilst Taylor Lautner also built incredible muscle mass onto his frame to play a werewolf for the Twilight trilogy.

Experience healthy, sophisticated and delicious catering options at Dean’s Catering located in Los Angeles

We believe that healthy food should be tasty food and source the finest quality produce to create dishes that enhance and respect the integrity of their natural flavors. Our dishes are the perfect fuel to keep your cast and crew fit and well fed!

To discover more about the delicious menu options and catering services we offer at Dean’s Catering located in Los Angeles, please contact us.

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When it comes to movie sets in Los Angeles, location catering must support the dietary requirements of all involved!

Many leading ladies have transformed their bodies to become lean super heroes, and when it comes fuelling their fit bodies during filming, a fresh, healthy high protein option like those provided by Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles is one of the best options out there.

No longer solely the domain of male actors, female superheroes have been gracing our screens on an increasingly regular basis

Most recently actress Anne Hathaway slimed down and toned up her curvaceous figure to play Catwoman in the latest Batman movie. Slipping into a skin tight body suit is that much easier when you are supported by fresh, organic and healthy location catering on set!

Scarlett Johannson is another actress who got fit to play butt kicking Russian Spy Black Widow in the block buster hit The Avengers. Much like Catwoman, Scarlett’s character wore a black body suit when she helped save the world from alien invasion.

Angelina Jolie and Kate Beckinsale are other Hollywood starlets who have played fit female figures in the movie roles Tomb Raider and Underworld respectfully.

At Dean’s Catering we can provide healthy, delicious catering options to help you get the most out of your days on set

Our menus contain plenty of lean protein, fresh fish, vegies and organic produce to create delicious dishes that support a healthy, active diet, without sacrificing on taste, style or sophistication.

To find out more about our location catering services, please contact us.

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Getting married? Time to start planning your big day!

Planning your wedding day can be a daunting, intimidating and stressful experience. Don’t let the stress ruin the fun of organising your big day! At Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles we have compiled a short list of the main points to remember when planning your wedding!

ONE – Establish your budget

The first thing that should be established is your wedding budget, figuring out the numbers on how much you want to spend and how much you can afford will serve as a great guideline to drawing up the plans to your perfect wedding.

TWO – Compile your guest list

It can’t be a wedding without witnesses! Sit down with your partner and determine how many guests you both want there on the day, and begin writing up your list.

THREE – Feed your guests

An important step to remember is to feed your guests! At Dean’s Catering we know how stressful it can be trying to find the perfect food menu or whether to go buffet or sit down dinner. To help you out, we can do either!

Our menus are comprehensive and we can even design your own menu to your specific requirements. We can also help organize marquees, tables, chairs and other facets of catering so you don’t have to!

So if you are stuck for wedding reception food, give us a call at Dean’s Catering in Burbank, Los Angeles!

For more information on our services or to book us for an event, please contact us.

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Are your crew sluggish, unmotivated and lacking morale?

It can be difficult to rally together a cast and crew that work unanimously and efficiently. That is why at Dean’s Catering we have compiled a short list of the three main tips to keep your cast and crew smiling and working.

ONE – Talk to your cast and crew!

Communication really is the key to keep those wheels and cogs oiled in the film production machine. Always offer feedback and provide as much information as possible. Film production is a team effort, and it is imperative that everyone be on the same page to help everything flow as smooth as possible.

TWO – Don’t overwork the cast or crew!

No one works well after a 20 hour day, and to ensure you get the very best from your cast and crew it is imperative they work practical hours so your crew are ready, willing and energetic.

THREE – Feed your crew!

At Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles, we know how important good food is to a good film production crew. Built to provide nutrition and sustenance as well as taste, our menus are compiled to provide an array of choice to your employees. Keep them well fed with our film production catering service and they will keep working!

Gain the best out of your crew with Dean’s Catering, where we hand pick the food we cook so you get the most delicious and nutritious meal possible.

For more information on our services or to book an event with us, please contact us.

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Researchers fault food stamp program

They say sugar is a silent killer, but that doesn’t deter those on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or food stamps, from spending over $2.1 billion on sugar-sweetened beverages, according to a new study.

The study, performed by Yale University, discovered that out of 39,000 families on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, 58% bought the sugar-laden drinks!

Get healthy, nutritious food with Dean’s Catering

At Dean’s Catering in Burbank, Los Angeles, we specialise in providing healthy, nutritious and delicious food for all sorts of events and functions. We hand pick our ingredients to ensure optimal freshness and taste, while incorporating beautifully displayed food with fantastic service.

Don’t get caught up on serving your staff sugary foods that can leave them lethargic and unmotivated, feed them real food with real nutritional value with Dean’s Catering.

Be inspired…

At Dean’s Catering we are dedicated to providing health inspired menus that will nourish, motivate and stimulate for any occasion.

Not inspired by our sample menus? No problem, our chefs can design a unique and personalized menu especially for you and your special event!

The Dean’s Catering Difference…

At Dean’s Catering we endeavour to provide the best meal and service possible. This is why we can also organize all labor, rentals, tables, chairs, linens, serving ware, mobile bars and even marquees to take the stress from you for your special event.

For more information on our services or to book us for an event, please contact us.

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The century old business invests in food safety to be proactive

108 years in business and still going strong, the food giant Hungenberg Produce has invested $1 million into food safety upgrades at their warehouses. Hungenberg Produce has never experienced a recall of vegetables or a halt in production due to food safety violations.

The expensive upgrades were not a result of new federal or state regulations. Instead they came from the heart, the company wanting to leave anything to chance. At Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles, we completely understand not leaving anything to chance, as we ourselves hand pick the produce that we use for our clients!

Dean’s Catering… always a good choice

Specializing in location catering for a variety of social and corporate functions across the country; at Dean’s Catering we are always selective of the food we use to produce our amazing and tantalising meals, even selecting organic where we can. Our foods are obtained from locally sourced markets and stalls to provide our clients with the best meal possible.

Passionate about healthy and delicious food

At Dean’s Catering you know you are getting the best meal that is healthy, delicious and filling. Get the most out of your staff, tantalise the taste buds of your guests or impress business associates with our unique and healthy catering services.
Discover the meaning of true taste with our fresh, delectable and best of all, nourishing food all prepared by an expert chef or even by Dean himself!
For more information on our services or to book us in for an event, please contact us.

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First there were vegetarians, vegans and even freegans!

Locavores are the new generation of picky eaters! A locavore is a person interested in eating food that is locally produced, not moved long distances to market. The locavore movement in the United States and elsewhere was spawned as interest in sustainability and eco-consciousness became more prevalent.

Recently an Alaskan woman became a locavore for a week, by strictly consuming only locally sourced food!

The local librarian decided to become a locavore for a week for ‘amusement’ and sustained herself on locally grown cabbage, eggs and tomatoes for a week. Although she said she craved sugar and oil the entire week, she estimates that the short term lifestyle change caused her to drop 20 pounds in a week!

At Dean’s Catering located in LA, we strive to provide the freshest and healthiest local produce in our delicious dishes.

When you eat well, you perform well, which is why many LA production companies choose Dean’s Catering to fuel their staff. Our delicious menus are packed full of healthy and tasty dishes such as:

• Duck & Brie Quesadillas with Mango Salsa
• Grilled Lamb Chops with Cilantro Mint Sauce
• Chicken Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce
• Vegetarian Stuffed Baked Mushrooms
• Coconut Shrimp with Apricot Chutney

Is your mouth watering yet? Best of all, our dishes are not only tasty- they are also good for you!

To find out more about our catering services in LA, please contact us.

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Quality, fresh ingredients mean high quality meals

Established in 2001, Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles has flourished ever since and has catered for thousands of clients all over the country. We believe that clean eating means healthy living, and strive to provide our clients with the best quality food possible.

Dean’s Catering looks after you…

All our staff are passionate about providing our clients high quality, delicious food that is clean and healthy. That means you can rest easy knowing you are getting the absolute best, hand-picked and organic food available for your delectable delicacies.

To minimize stress or worry, we are also happy to help with organizing all labor, rentals, tables, chairs, linens, serving ware, mobile bars and marquees to provide the optimal service for our clients.

No event too big or small…

At Dean’s Catering in Los Angeles, we are happy to cater to events such as:

• TV commercials
• Corporate shoots
• Private functions
• Office parties
• Weddings
• Funerals
• Conferences
• Cocktail parties

All of the above and more can be catered for by Dean’s Catering, with the best quality and tasting food from Los Angeles-there is no one else for the job.

For more information on our services or if you would like to book Dean’s Catering for an event, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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