As the premier caterer in Columbus, Ohio for personal and corporate events, it often is a wedding reception event that allows the Sandman Gourmet Catering team to shine. We are committed to personalizing every catered wedding affair by working closely with our couples to plan menus that not only fulfill their dreams but also their budgets. Our unrivaled attention to detail and personal touches set the stage for one-of-a-kind wedding memories as seen in the recent wedding of Ashley Kerr and Craig Pulliam of Columbus, Ohio.

Planning Ashley and Craig’s menu for their dream wedding this past June was truly a pleasure. In honor of their love and to commemorate their chance meeting on the golf course, Ashley and Craig’s wedding reception was held at the Little Bear Golf Club in Delaware, Ohio where the wedding theme celebrated the “season of love.” We worked closely with this very special couple so every detail reflected their wishes and unique circumstances. After the wedding, guests mixed and mingled in the reception area at a summer-themed cocktail hour featuring breathtaking displays of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables accented with tasty Greek-style Spanakopita. Guests had a chance to gather, before moving into the main ballroom for an extravagantly catered buffet dinner complete with gourmet carving stations of Lemon Chicken and Tenderloin of Beef.

Carving stations during the dinner hour were an ideal choice, and helped put the finishing touches on Ashley and Craig’s catered wedding reception. Strategically-placed carving stations spread guests out so everyone is not in line for the same thing at the same time. They also provide an opportunity for the culinary team to interact with guests, creating an added flair of sophistication.

“We wanted our guests to enjoy a hearty, yet sophisticated and upscale catered meal,” Ashley said. “With that in mind, Chef Rores and his catering team provided us with a variety of outstanding menu offerings that we narrowed down to our final selection. The Sandman Gourmet Catering staff listened carefully to what we did and did not want and presented us with a catering menu our guests are still talking about.”

Ashley and Craig wanted a lively, upbeat dining experience, so we designed a buffet meal, which encouraged guests to interact. A buffet allows you to serve a wide variety of foods, offering guests options of sampling multiple main courses. Buffets also allow more room to consider any dietary needs, inviting guests to pick and choose their meals. For sides, we offered delicious pasta alfredo, market fresh vegetable medley, spinach salad with multiple dressing choices and fresh warm bakery rolls and butter.

“We loved the flow of our dinner reception,” Craig said. “There was so much energy in the room with everyone moving from station to station. The buffet choices were a really big hit and we were confident there was plenty of food for all of our guests.”

Providing a fresh outlook, active listening and years of experience allows Sandman Gourmet Catering to create personalized and picture perfect wedding catering menus for all wedding couples. From menu design to event execution, Sandman Gourmet Catering is your ideal catering partner in Columbus, Ohio. We will meet with you throughout the engagement period to discuss your vision, help you develop and monitor your budget and do the necessary research, screening and coordination of culinary vendors. You can rely on our professionalism and creativity throughout the entire catering process.

Ashley and Craig’s special day was truly a celebration of love, and all of us at Sandman Gourmet Catering wish them all the best!

Here in Columbus, Ohio, these caterers root loud and proud for The Ohio State Buckeyes! As most football fans know, a huge part of the football sports experience is tailgating. Not just a pre-game festivity at the stadium anymore, tailgate parties rock all across the city in homes, backyards, parks and pretty much anywhere people meet to cheer on their hometown teams. And the tailgating tradition has definitely gone from ordinary to extraordinary, with creative catered dishes and unique themes that make every host a star player. Whether you're having family and friends over to watch the big game or hosting a huge catered parking lot party, tailgating is a favorite way to enjoy great company and food before during and after the game.

Become a Tailgate MVP With Sandman Gourmet

Creativity is the main ingredient that will win you the MVP at your next tailgate party and Sandman Gourmet Catering can run interference for you. As die-hard Buckeye fans and experienced tailgating caterers in Columbus, Ohio, we know what it takes to present a spread that really scores big.

Menu Match-Up

Fans have been partying before games since sports began, and today's fans are getting a lot more creative about what to serve, especially in Columbus, Ohio. Whether you’re thinking large, small, upscale or casual, Sandman Gourmet Catering offers unique menu choices that are guaranteed to make your catered party a huge success. You can choose from any of our favorite tailgate menus or work with us to create individualized themes and foods that will WOW party guests and compliment your theme. From delicious tailgate snacks and appetizers to delicious main courses and sinfully divine tailgate desserts, our menus and presentation always provide something deliciously out-of-the-ordinary. So kick back, enjoy the game and let Sandman Gourmet Catering feed your team.

Game Day Strategy

Here's a Great Tip: Even in Columbus, Ohio not everybody has a grill, and many people don't enjoy missing the action by barbecuing throughout the entire party. If that sounds like you, I recommend foods that can be prepared a day or two in advance. Try a delicious fall menu of hearty soups, stews, chili and/or baked ziti. These recipes can be warmed at home prior to the game-day and party kick off.

Creative Cuisine Coaching

A sure sign of a serious tailgater is a menu based on the home team's schedule. Consider dishing up clams and seafood for games with Seattle and the Northeast, seafood and Hispanic cuisine for Florida rivalries and some fiery Southwestern foods for Arizona and Texas games. You can mix and match the hometown specialties with the local tastes of gridiron rivals like we do for the Columbus, Ohio OSU fans every weekend in the fall. Just for fun, consider featuring the opposing team’ s mascot in roasted, grilled or deep-fried form like in a baked Virginia ham, deep-fried turkey, roasted duck with citrus and honey or smoked pork chops. This makes a deliciously clever presentation that will have all your guests cheering the team to victory.

While the logistics of throwing a top-notch tailgate may be different for every situation and host, Sandman Gourmet Catering always knows how to make it a deliciously fun experience. Contact us for more information on catering a uniquely different, always tasty and forever memorable tailgate party with a Sandman twist.