Frequently Asked Questions

The Grazing Box offers a variety of services that can be tailored to suit your event. From weddings, private parties, corporate and sporting events to farmers markets, music festivals, baby showers, and everything in between — the trailer is designed to bring a unique experience wherever it goes.

We can offer hot and cold drinks, specialty coffees, mocktails, dirty sodas, baked goods, luxury sandwich boxes, grazing-style food options, desserts, and customized menus depending on your event needs.

Whether you’re looking for a full dry bar setup, elevated catering, or simply something a little different for your guests, The Grazing Box is able to offer a flexible and memorable experience designed around your vision.

Dry-hire simply means we don’t provide the alcohol — that’s the client’s responsibility.

Like many mobile bar businesses, we operate under the dry-hire model because it creates a better experience for both us and our clients. It allows far more flexibility with your drink selections, helps keep costs manageable, and makes it easier to tailor the bar to your event, venue, and guest preferences.

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What we do provide is everything else needed to create a beautifully run bar experience, including professional bartenders, bar setup, mixers, garnishes, ice bins, bar tools, cups, straws, napkins, customized drink menus, and a personalized shopping list based on your guest count and drink selections.

The result is a fully styled, stress-free bar experience that feels elevated, personal, and designed around your event.

Don’t worry — we help with that too. Once you’ve chosen the package that best suits your event, we’ll provide a personalized shopping list based on your guest count, drink selections, and event style.

We help take the guesswork out of planning so you can feel confident you have the right amount of everything without overbuying.

In Ontario, many private events where alcohol is being served require a Special Occasion Permit (SOP) through the AGCO, especially if the venue is not already licensed. However, requirements can vary depending on the type of event, location, and whether alcohol is being sold or simply served. 

The good news is we help guide you through that process. As part of our dry bar service, we can point you in the right direction regarding permits, help explain what may be required for your specific event, and assist with planning your bar setup to make everything as smooth and stress-free as possible.