Business Dinner Agreement

BUSINESS DINNER AGREEMENT

This Business Dinner Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Host Name: , having its principal place of business or mailing address at (hereinafter "Host"), and Provider Name: , having its principal place of business or mailing address at (hereinafter "Provider"). Host and Provider are each a "Party" and collectively the "Parties."

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Host desires to host a business dinner to facilitate commercial discussions and networking related to Host's business activities; and

WHEREAS, Provider is willing to provide food, beverage service, staffing, and related event services (collectively, "Services") for the dinner at the location and on the date set forth below, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the Parties intend by this Agreement to set forth their respective responsibilities, payment terms, and allocation of risk with respect to the business dinner.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises contained herein and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:

1. DINNER DETAILS

Date of Dinner: ; Start Time: ; End Time: .

Location/Venue: . Estimated Number of Attendees: . Purpose of Dinner: .

2. SERVICES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provider agrees to supply the Services described in the agreed menu and service specifications, including but not limited to preparation and service of food and nonalcoholic beverages, service staff, table settings, setup and cleanup. Provider shall perform Services in a professional manner consistent with industry standards and applicable health and safety laws.

Host shall provide timely access to the Venue, confirm the final guest count not later than Final Guest Count Deadline: , and disclose in writing any dietary restrictions or allergies using the space below. Host shall be responsible for any permits or venue fees unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3. MENU, SUBSTITUTIONS, AND BEVERAGES

Provider shall provide the menu items as agreed in writing. Any substitutions or changes to core menu items must be consented to in writing by Host prior to the dinner, except where substitutions are required due to unavailability of ingredients or emergency. Provider shall advise Host in advance if alcoholic beverages are to be provided. Alcohol Service: Alcohol to be provided

4. PAYMENT, DEPOSIT, AND TAXES

Host shall pay Provider a total fee of $ . A non-refundable deposit of $ is due upon execution of this Agreement. The balance shall be due no later than Final Payment Due Date: .

All amounts are exclusive of applicable sales, use, and excise taxes and any mandatory gratuity or service charge. Gratuity (%): . Host is responsible for any taxes, gratuities, or fees disclosed prior to performance of Services.

5. CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING

If Host cancels the dinner more than Cancellation Notice Period (days): days prior to the date, Provider will return any amounts paid in excess of the non-refundable deposit. If Host cancels within that period, Host remains liable for a cancellation fee equal to Cancellation Fee (% of total): % of the total fee, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Provider may reschedule the Services for reasons outside its control and shall provide notice to Host as soon as practicable. If Provider cancels other than for force majeure, Provider shall refund all pre-paid amounts.

6. FORCE MAJEURE

Neither Party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance arising from causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, acts of government, pandemic, strikes, or utilities interruption ("Force Majeure Event"). The affected Party shall notify the other Party promptly and use commercially reasonable efforts to mitigate the effect of the Force Majeure Event.

7. CONFIDENTIALITY

The Parties acknowledge that certain information to be disclosed in connection with the dinner, including guest lists, business plans, pricing, or other proprietary information, may be confidential. Each Party agrees not to disclose Confidential Information of the other Party to any third party and to use such Confidential Information solely for the purpose of performing its obligations under this Agreement. Confidential Information does not include information that is or becomes publicly available other than by breach of this Agreement.

8. INDEMNIFICATION; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Each Party shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other Party and its officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, damages and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of its negligence, willful misconduct, or breach of this Agreement. Except for liability for bodily injury or death, or indemnification obligations, neither Party's aggregate liability to the other shall exceed the total fees paid or payable under this Agreement.

9. INSURANCE

Provider shall maintain commercial general liability insurance and, where applicable, liquor liability insurance with limits not less than Minimum Liability Coverage ($): and shall provide certificates of insurance to Host upon request.

10. NOTICES

Any notice required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth below by personal delivery, certified mail (return receipt requested), or overnight courier, and shall be deemed given upon receipt.

11. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to conflict of laws principles.

12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement, including any exhibits or written attachments executed by the Parties, constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, negotiations and discussions, whether oral or written. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13. AMENDMENT; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

No amendment or waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in a writing signed by both Parties. Waiver by either Party of a breach shall not be deemed a waiver of any other or subsequent breach. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Facsimile or electronic signatures shall be binding as originals.

14. MISCELLANEOUS

The Parties represent and warrant that they have full corporate or individual authority to enter into this Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement creates a partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between the Parties.

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