Your Wedding, Your Way: Spice Catering Co.'s Unique Approach
Picture this: a stunning venue, friends and family gathered around, and a feast that not only delights the senses but also tells a story. When it comes to planning your dream wedding, every detail matters, and the food is no exception. At Spice Catering Company, we believe your once-in-a-lifetime event deserves a menu as memorable as the day itself. So, why choose Spice for your wedding catering? Let's dish out the details!
Farm-to-Fork: Our Roots Are Literally on the Table
At Spice, we say "farm to fork" quite literally. Our 13-acre farm, Spice Acres, nestled in the lush Cuyahoga Valley National Park, is where the magic begins. We grow our ingredients carefully, ensuring every dish bursts with seasonal flavors. The closer we are to our food source, the fresher and more flavorful the ingredients. This commitment to sourcing locally and sustainably sets us apart, turning our meals into a celebration of the land and the seasons.
Quality Ingredients, Scratch-Made Delicacies
Imagine a menu where every dish is crafted from the freshest ingredients, selected at the peak of their season. This is the hallmark of Spice Catering. We pride ourselves on using top-tier ingredients and scratch-made techniques that elevate our dishes to new heights. Each dish combines our creativity, passion, and technical skill, illustrating an unwavering commitment to quality.
Customizable Menus Tailored to Your Vision
Every wedding is unique, and your menu should reflect that. Whether you're dreaming of a rustic feast with down-home comfort foods or a sophisticated multi-course meal that screams elegance, our team of expert Event Curators is ready to bring your vision to life with their eye for perfection.
Ben Bebenroth, founder of Spice Catering, shares an incredible example of this customization:
"The best, most amazing customized wedding I've ever done was in Napa Valley, California. It was on top of a mountain at Schweiger Vineyards, the highest-elevation winery in the county. We wrote a menu with Schweiger vineyards wines, which rarely leave the property. We tailored all the dishes to fit the profiles of these wines exactly."
But the story doesn't end there. While they were looking for local vendors to support, Ben and the team went to a local farmer’s market and realized their original menu was all wrong:
"We rewrote the entire menu at the farmer's market Saturday morning. We couldn't turn our eye off what was there - the apricots, the plums, the baby watermelons, the carmen peppers. We changed everything, texted the clients, and they trusted us completely."
This level of flexibility and creativity is what sets Spice apart. We're not just caterers but culinary artists ready to craft a unique experience for your special day.
ALCEF: Our Systematic Approach to Excellence
At Spice, we have a unique system that guides every service aspect. Ben explains our ALCEF approach:
"ALCEF stands for Ask thoughtful questions, Listen intently, Curate and create a response or plan, Execute and exceed guest expectations, and Follow up. We apply ALCEF to everything, even internal processes. Based on our values, this systematic approach is how we set your wedding apart."
This team approach ensures that everyone is on the same page, working together to create your perfect day, from sales to planning to execution.
Ethical Practices: Transparent Pricing and Honest Service
In an industry where hidden costs can quickly add up, Spice stands out for its transparency in pricing. Our ethical practices mean that what you see is what you get—no hidden fees, just honest service. We believe in building trust and respect with our clients, ensuring a stress-free planning process where you feel valued and heard every step of the way.
Vibrant Seasonal Menus: The Best Food You've Ever Had at a Wedding
Our seasonal menus are vibrant, fresh and customizable to suit your palate. With an array of colorful dishes that promise to stand out, our food has been hailed as "the best food you've ever had at a wedding"—a sentiment many of our happy couples echo.
Ben emphasizes the importance of this seasonal approach: "We look at providing lifelong memories every day. We are not selling weddings. Our clients don't know that they're shopping for a caterer, but we provide lifelong memories."
Venue Partnerships: The Perfect Setting for Your Celebration
Finding the perfect venue is the icing on the wedding cake—Spice partners with many incredible venues in northeastern Ohio. Whether you envision a rustic barn, a chic urban warehouse, or a historic building, our partnerships guarantee that you'll find the perfect backdrop for your celebration.
Ben explains how these partnerships enhance your experience:
"The partnerships with local venues enhance the experience for our clients because we know their space, and they know our team. We can steer the client very easily in that moment. When they ask us for something, we can redirect them based on our experience with the venue."
Interestingly, Ben's commitment to providing the best experience sometimes means recommending against his own venue:
"I had two weddings booked at Spice Acres this year that I convinced not to do their wedding here. If you want a rustic, on-farm wedding experience, you're in the right place. But if you're trying to bring in a dance floor, put a floor down under a tent, and air condition the tent, you're now spending ten grand where you could just go to an indoor venue."
This level of honesty and dedication to your vision, even when it means less profit for us, is what sets Spice apart.
When you choose Spice Catering Company for your wedding, you're not just getting food; you're getting an experience. From our farm-to-fork ethos and unparalleled quality to customizable menus and ethical practices, we promise to make your day as memorable and special as possible. Plus, with our trusted venue partnerships, the only thing you'll need to worry about is enjoying every moment. Ready to plan the wedding of your dreams? Reach out to us, and let's make it a feast to remember!