Event planning is a dynamic and complex endeavour, often presenting challenges that can catch even the most seasoned professionals off guard. To ensure a seamless and successful event, it’s crucial to be prepared for the unexpected.  In this blog post, we’ll explore five tips to help you anticipate and address potential problems, with a special focus on the importance of …

As the sun starts shining brighter and temperatures rise, the anticipation for spring and summer events begins to mount. From weddings to outdoor concerts, and festivals to sporting events, these warmer months bring a flurry of gatherings and celebrations. However, amidst all the excitement, one crucial aspect often overlooked is the management of fresh food. Whether you’re hosting a small …

Hello, Event Producers! Ready to elevate your game and keep your events as fresh as your ideas? This one’s for you! We thought we would get ahead of the intensity of the spring and summer event season and offer some tips and tricks now in the hopes it makes the season more chill (yes, we know bad jokes coming from …

As the mercury drops and we find ourselves in the heart of the coldest month, it’s only natural to question the necessity of a freezer. “Why add more chill to the season?” you might ask. Believe it or not, even amidst the frosty weather, the demand for freezers doesn’t freeze up—and there’s good reason for that. While the cold nips …

Are you an event planner or a caterer looking to serve charcuterie boards at an upcoming party or special event? Charcuterie boards are very popular at parties right now but you should keep them stored in the cooler if you want to preserve their freshness and prevent spoilage! For those who have never tried a charcuterie board – it’s basically …

You may have noticed many coffee shops and coffee vendors leaving coffee creamers on the counter for long periods of time. But is this a safe thing to do? According to food safety experts at tastingtable.com, whether a coffee creamer requires constant refrigeration is less dependent on its dairy content and more on whether it is in a liquid or …

We all know there are many varieties and flavours of cheese available in grocery stores and farmer’s markets. But did you know that most types of cheese require cold storage for both taste and food safety? In essence, cheese is a dairy product made from the milk of animals like cow, sheep or goats. Due to its animal protein content, …

Did you know that chocolate drinks were first invented over three thousand years ago? The very first chocolate drinks were invented by the Olmecs of north western Central America. Unlike the hot chocolate drinks that we know today, these chocolate drinks were served cool! To create these drinks, the Olmecs would mix crushed roasted cacao with water and cornmeal. By …

At Coolmate Rentals, we understand how important it is for restaurants, caterers, and other food and entertainment businesses to create memorable experiences for customers. Whether you are making plans for a wedding reception, an outdoor festival, or a private party, the most important items on your to-do list will likely be related to foods and beverages. After all, everyone will …

Canadian historians said the word “poutine” could have come from the French word “pouding” (pudding) or the slang word for “mess” in Quebec. In the book Poutine Nation, author Sylvain Charlebois describes the Quebecois origins of the poutine. The author said a customer named Eddy Lainesse in a dairy town named Warwick in Quebec walked into a restaurant in 1957 …