The traditional after-work happy hour is getting a revamp. As workplace culture evolves, companies are finding new ways to bring coworkers together during the day, trading after-hours drinks and appetizers for a casual snack and chat; gatherings centered around conversation, connection, and easy-to-enjoy food.
Food has long been one of the simplest ways to bring people together, spark conversation and create community. Now, that same spirit of connection is finding its way into the modern workplace, where bite-sized offerings give coworkers a chance to mingle and discover new flavors.
Snack and Chat, Simplified
Local culinary company Small Bites LV, the sister company to Sabor Chefs, Small Bites LV, is already ahead of this trend.
“We noticed a shift in how clients were hosting—moving away from in-home chef dinners and toward curated appetizer experiences,” says Alissa Davila, CEO and co-owner. “Small Bites LV was created to meet that demand.”
The online appetizer-ordering platform offers three tiers of food and pricing, allowing hosts to create a spread that fits their budget. Orders arrive ready to enjoy and display, making it easy to bring a variety of elevated bites to the table without the planning and preparation of a traditional catered meal.
Small Bites, Big Flavor
The variety of small bites gives guests an opportunity to explore different cuisines without the heaviness of a traditional meal. Gene Davila, executive chef and co-owner, curates popular selections including Boursin-stuffed mushrooms, empanadas, mini tacos and sliders. Designed as one- or two-bite experiences, the offerings combine familiar favorites with house-made sauces and chef-driven details.
“People want something beyond the usual cobb salad or chicken Caesar wrap," Alissa says. "Chef Gene creates bites that feel fresh, energizing, and a little adventurous.”
Beyond the Office
The appeal of small bites extends well beyond the conference room. Small Bites LV caters to home gatherings, celebrations, networking mixers, grand openings, customer appreciation events, sports nights, and pre-event bites before a night out on the town.
For hosts wanting to be part of the celebration rather than manage it, on-site service is also available, allowing the Small Bites LV team to handle the behind-the-scenes details while hosts stay present with their guests. The result is an appetizer experience designed to make entertaining feel effortless.
More Time to Gather
For this husband-and-wife duo, good catering is about more than what ends up on the plate.
"We created Small Bites LV to make hosting feel effortless," says Alissa. "Our goal is to remove the stress so clients can be fully present with their guests. Great food should feel approachable, memorable, and easy—and we’re proud to offer a service that brings all of that together with chef‑driven care and a seamless experience from start to finish."
Whether it’s a midday office gathering, an intimate celebration at home or a large-scale event, the goal remains the same: thoughtful food, effortless hosting and more time to connect. For both Sabor Chefs and Small Bites LV, the business mantra stays the same: “We take the angst out of hosting.”