# Event Planning Resources for Food, Rentals and Gatherings > Explore practical Jojie's guides for food trays, corporate meals, rentals and event planning in Metro Manila. Canonical HTML: [https://www.jojies.com/resources/](https://www.jojies.com/resources/) 1. [Home](https://www.jojies.com/) 2. Resources Event planning resources Planning a gathering comes with many connected decisions—from estimating food and organizing office meal delivery to preparing enough tables, chairs and serving equipment. Explore our practical guides and tools to plan your salusalo, seminar, company event or special occasion with greater confidence. Choose a planning hub ## Start with the part of your event you are planning You do not need to read everything at once. Choose the resource hub that matches your next decision, then follow the guides that are most useful for your occasion. ### Food Tray Guides Estimate how many trays to order, create a balanced spread, prepare for delivery and arrange an easy-to-serve buffet for a family gathering, birthday or office meal. [Explore Food Tray Guides](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/) ### Corporate Event Guides Choose a meal format, calculate packed-meal quantities and organize delivery, receiving and distribution for meetings, seminars, training sessions and company programs. [Explore Corporate Event Guides](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/) ### Event Rental Guides Compare chair and table options, estimate quantities and prepare a practical venue setup with enough space for guests, suppliers, buffet service and comfortable movement. [Explore Rental Guides](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/) Planning a wedding? Continue with the [Wedding Planning Guide](https://www.jojies.com/resources/wedding-planning-guide-philippines/) for a practical sequence from priorities and guest count to the reception plan. Explore [pasta food trays](https://www.jojies.com/party-trays-manila/), [beef food trays](https://www.jojies.com/party-trays-manila/) on Jojie's Food Trays Manila menu. Plan by the question in front of you ## Find the answer that moves your planning forward ### I need to feed my guests Plan portions, choose a balanced combination and prepare a food-tray order that fits your guest count and type of gathering. [Estimate food tray quantities](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/how-many-food-trays-do-i-need-for-a-party/) · [Build a balanced menu](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/balanced-food-tray-menu/) · [Prepare for ordering and delivery](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/food-tray-ordering-checklist/) [Browse Food Tray Guides](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/) · [View Food Trays Manila](https://www.jojies.com/party-trays-manila/) ### I am planning an office event Choose among packed meals, shared food trays and buffet catering, then prepare quantities, delivery details and distribution responsibilities. [Compare packed meals and buffet catering](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/packed-meals-vs-buffet-catering/) · [Calculate packed-meal quantities](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/how-many-packed-meals-to-order/) · [Prepare for corporate meal delivery](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/corporate-meal-delivery-checklist/) [Browse Corporate Guides](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/) · [View Packed Meals Manila](https://www.jojies.com/packed-meals-manila/) ### I am deciding between services Compare delivered meals, self-managed food trays and coordinated buffet service by schedule, space, equipment and staffing. [Explore food planning resources](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/) · [Explore corporate event resources](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/) · [Explore rental planning resources](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/) ### I need tables and chairs Compare seating and table types, estimate quantities and plan enough room for dining, buffet service and guest movement. [Compare event chair options](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/chair-rental-guide-manila/) · [Choose tables by purpose](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/table-rental-guide-philippines-choosing-the-right-tables-for-your-event/) · [Estimate tables and chairs](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/how-many-tables-and-chairs-do-i-need/) [Browse Rental Guides](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/) · [View Tables and Chairs](https://www.jojies.com/tables-and-chairs-rental-manila/) Useful starting tools ## Start with your guest or meal count These practical tools give you a useful starting point before you choose specific dishes, menus, furniture or support tables. ### How Many Food Trays Do I Need? Estimate trays using Jojie's serving sizes, menu groups and a buffet allowance for seconds, bigger appetites and changing attendance. [Use the Food Tray Calculator](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/how-many-food-trays-do-i-need-for-a-party/) ### How Many Packed Meals Should I Order? Calculate meals for employees, participants, speakers, organizers, staff, dietary needs and an organizer-approved allowance. [Use the Packed-Meal Calculator](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/how-many-packed-meals-to-order/) ### How Many Tables and Chairs Do I Need? Estimate guest chairs, dining tables and additional tables for buffet service, registration, cake, gifts, drinks and supplier areas. [Calculate Tables and Chairs](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/how-many-tables-and-chairs-do-i-need/) Browse the guide library ## Practical guides for food, corporate events and venue setup Choose the guide that matches the decision you are making now. Each one leads naturally to related resources when you are ready for the next step. ### Food and menu planning - [How to Build a Balanced Food Tray Menu](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/balanced-food-tray-menu/) — Choose viands, starches and lighter sides without making the spread feel repetitive. - [Birthday Party Food Tray Guide](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/birthday-party-food-tray-guide/) — Plan familiar favorites and satisfying choices for children, adults or a mixed guest list. - [Office Food Tray Guide](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/office-food-tray-guide/) — Prepare practical team meals and meeting orders with timing and serving needs in mind. - [How to Set Up a Food Tray Buffet](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/food-tray-buffet-setup-guide/) — Arrange plates, dishes, drinks and serving tools so the line feels comfortable and easy to use. - [Food Tray Ordering and Delivery Checklist](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/food-tray-ordering-checklist/) — Confirm the details that matter before delivery day, from guest count to address and serving needs. [View all](https://www.jojies.com/resources/food-tray-guides/) ### Corporate event planning - [Packed Meals vs Buffet Catering](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/packed-meals-vs-buffet-catering/) — Compare individual portions and full buffet service by schedule, space, staffing, equipment and presentation. - [How to Order Packed Meals for a Seminar](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/how-to-order-packed-meals-for-a-seminar/) — Plan quantities, menu choices, dietary meals, venue access and distribution around the seminar program. - [Office Meeting Food Ideas](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/office-meeting-food-ideas/) — Choose breakfast, lunch and merienda for board meetings, training sessions and team planning days. - [Corporate Meal Delivery Checklist](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/corporate-meal-delivery-checklist/) — Prepare order details, building access, receiving, distribution and cleanup before delivery day. - [How Many Packed Meals Should You Order?](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/how-many-packed-meals-to-order/) — Calculate employees, participants, speakers, staff, dietary meals and a controlled allowance. [View all](https://www.jojies.com/resources/corporate-events/) ### Rental and setup planning - [Chair Rental Guide for Events in Manila](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/chair-rental-guide-manila/) — Compare practical monobloc chairs and elegant gold Tiffany chairs by occasion, venue and budget. - [Table Rental Guide for Events in the Philippines](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/table-rental-guide-philippines-choosing-the-right-tables-for-your-event/) — Understand which tables work for dining, buffet service, registration, gifts, desserts and meetings. - [Monobloc Chair Rental Planning Guide](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/monobloc-chair-rental/) — Plan practical seating quantities, layouts, covers and venue access for casual or large gatherings. - [How Many Tables and Chairs Do I Need?](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/how-many-tables-and-chairs-do-i-need/) — Estimate guest seating together with dining, buffet and support tables for the full event setup. - [Catering Equipment Rental Manila](https://www.jojies.com/catering-equipment-rental/) — Review buffet, serving, dinnerware, linen and support equipment when you need a more complete setup. [View all](https://www.jojies.com/resources/rental-guides/) Ideas and inspiration ## Celebration ideas for meaningful gatherings Browse a few ideas for family milestones and special occasions, then use the planning hubs above when you are ready to work out the food and setup details. ### Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day Simple ideas for honoring mothers through time together, thoughtful gestures and a family gathering. [Read the Mother's Day article](https://www.jojies.com/catering-services-blog/mothers-day-in-the-philippines/) ### Creative 60th Birthday Party Ideas Explore ideas for invitations, food, decorations and meaningful activities for a memorable milestone. [Read the birthday ideas](https://www.jojies.com/catering-services-blog/creative-60th-birthday-party-ideas/) ### The 7th Birthday Party Checklist Plan a Filipino 7th birthday with a practical program, optional traditions, food planning, theme ideas and a step-by-step checklist. [Use the 7th birthday checklist](https://www.jojies.com/catering-services-blog/the-7th-birthday-party-checklist/) Planning a larger family gathering? Read the [Homecoming Reunion Planning Guide](https://www.jojies.com/catering-services-blog/homecoming-reunion-planning-guide/). For a children’s celebration, explore [party games and entertainment ideas for kids](https://www.jojies.com/catering-services-blog/enjoyable-games-for-kids-party-celebrations/). Ready to plan the actual event? ## Let’s bring the food, furniture and event details together Share your date, complete location, working guest or employee count and what you are planning. We can help you explore suitable packed meals, food trays, catering, tables, chairs or equipment based on your occasion. 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