Stress-Free Catering with one KEY ingredient…Integrity.
Food as Perfect as Your Happily Ever After.
We’ve Earned our Badges!
Don’t take our word for it. Just read our reviews, or ask any of our wedding clients! We’ve been awarded ‘Best of Weddings’ for 2019 and 2020 by TheKnot.com. We also won the Couples’ Choice Award on WeddingWire for the past 3 years. These awards are given based on reviews from real couples who used the vendor’s services. These awards are only presented to the top 5% among wedding vendors!
Choosing your Wedding Caterer is a deeply personal decision, and we get that! We are intentionalabout being open, honest & attentive from start to finish! We don’t drop unwanted surprises on you – like exorbitant service/delivery charges, labor or venue fees, or hidden costs.
We are not a Careless Catering company. Whether you choose one of our classic, Chef-inspired dinner packages, a modified version to fit your guests’ palates and dietary needs, or a customized spread inspired by your own ideas, we’ve got you covered! We care about your vision, and we have an award-winning, classically trained Chef to back it up. He’s not burned out or stuck in his ways either. He gets genuinely excited to take your ideas and turn them into culinary crowd-pleasers. Whatever your menu ideas are – from an Indian-American fusion menu, to an All-American burger bar, or an all-vegan or gluten free menu, we’ve done it! We’re happy to try new things.
Many engaged couples would agree that the food at their wedding should be an expression of their unique style and personality. Catering companies that operate like machines, pumping out mass quantities of the same, bland mediocrity would be wise to listen to their prospective couples and work together with them. It’s a win-win! We may be the experts, but it’s YOUR wedding!
fCompanies whose focus is to win clients over with their ‘quick and easy’ (rushed and robotic) quoting process have us asking the question – who is really benefiting from that scenario? Lunch during a busy work day should be quick and easy. Your Wedding catering is a big deal. It’s not an impulse buy… and we recognize that. So we don’t pressure you! When we cater weddings, we don’t focus on ‘quick and easy’ but rather ‘meaningful and effortless.’ If you want quick, we can do quick! There’s no doubt we can get a couple from their initial inquiry to quote to tasting to contract and Boom – Done. IF that’s your style. However, if your wedding is 9 months away, we will give you time and space, while guiding you through the organized, simple steps of the process when you are ready.
In our experience, couples aren’t in a hurry to book their wedding catering – unless the window between their engagement date and wedding date is intentionally short. According to WeddingWire.com, the average couple takes 13-18 months to plan their wedding. There’s a reason for that! It gives plenty of time to make informed, careful decisions (and AGREE) about important pieces like catering, venue, flowers, music, etc.
We respect the boundaries of our couples, and we are mindful of THEIR timeline and budget, That’s why we don’t RUSH them to tastings and pressure them into signing contracts on the spot, like it’s an ‘everything must go’ sale. We give our couples the information and communication they need, provide an opportunity to taste our amazing food when they’re ready, and then we walk them through the quote and contract on THEIR timeline. Are you getting the gist? Your wedding isn’t about US. It’s about YOU. It’s not a summer fling… it’s a lifelong commitment.
It’s no coincidence that ‘run-of-the mill’ mediocre caterers tend to have a ‘one size fits all’ menu of less-than exciting options. Catering becomes a commodity in a sense, and we are not aiming to be the Wal-Mart of caterers. If a businesses main objective is to book as many weddings as possible – as quickly as possible, it is reasonable to presume that they are not putting the proper care into preparing delicious, high-quality food or putting the customer first. . Chances are, they aren’t putting much heart behind the booking process or package/pricing structure.
When you book Indy Fresh Catering for your wedding, what you see is what you get. We designed our wedding packages to be simple and straightforward. If you’re throwing a casual celebration on a budget- our Essentials package is for you. We’ll deliver, set everything up in disposable serving dishes, and leave you to your night. If you’d like to know everything is taken care of, our Full-Service Deluxe package includes everything you could possibly need to have a successful reception. We don’t tack on Service Fees, Delivery Charges, Venue Fees, or any other bank-breaking surprises. Our food is on par with the high end catering companies who offer plated meals. We just present our catered meals in a way that doesn’t obliterate your budget right off the bat! If you’re not a fan of buffet-style catering, just talk to us! We can do stations, Family-Style, and we’re open to your ideas.
We’re not here to lure you into signing with us by advertising the lowest prices out there and scaring you into thinking you’ll lose your date. We are here to offer you incredible food at an unbelievable price – a price that causes jaws to drop once they’ve tasted our food. A price that INCLUDES the bells & whistles, delivery, service, labor, equipment and clean up. And a Catering Team with Integrity. You deserve that! It’s our ‘vow’ to you. If we’re getting down to the wire, and you’re at risk of your date becoming available, then of course we will give you a heads up – because we care. It’s pretty simple!
Just to be clear – this is a no judgment, no negativity zone! We don’t feel that we are superior to other companies, nor do we wish to discredit them or how they run business…that is not who we are. We want to compare and contrast and always improve, only when it’s from a genuine desire to educate those shopping for caterers, share positivity and bring people together through great food. Catering is like any other business in that there are many styles– It takes all kinds of kinds! There are advantages quick quotes & basic/generic food. There are also plenty of couples who choose to go that route, while focusing their budget on other aspects that are closer to their hearts.
Couples have to find the right caterer that works for them individually. We support and partner with all sorts of local businesses – including our competitors! We appreciate the hard work and dedication it takes to run a business of any kind. We also respect the fact that each company has their own niche! To each their own! We are very passionate about our own set of values, and the ‘WHY’ behind what we do. We want to share the heartbeat of our company with you, as we continue to grow and evolve. Our goal is to create an individualized, amazing catering experience for each and every one of our customers.
Contact Amy at indyfreshweddings@gmail.com to set up a tasting or get a quote!Follow us on eventbrite, Instagram, and Facebook for upcoming events and chances to win $500 off your wedding catering!
At Indy Fresh, we are always coming up with new delicious menu items Whatever meal of the day it is, and whatever you’re in the mood for – we’ve got you covered. We’re so excited to tell you about our latest addition: The Hot Sandwich Bar!
Here’s what you have to look forward to when you order our Hot Sandwich Bar: Slow Roasted Local Beef Shaved Thin and Bathed in an Unctuous Beef Broth and Sweet Italian Sausage with Sautéed Sweet Peppers & Onions Braised with Tomatoes. Served with Classic House Made Italian Vegetable Relish, Garden Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella & Provolone Cheese Blend and Crusty Italian Rolls for a serious hot sandwich!
Our new Hot Sandwich Bar is perfect for any event, whether it’s a corporate lunch, post-game celebration or private party! E-mail our catering team at wecaterindy@gmail.com to place an order or get a quote for your event!
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Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner – Indy Fresh has meal time down to a science! Now we’re expanding our horizons with our new Appetizer Menu – coming soon! Here’s a sneak peek just for you.
Grilled Artichoke & Fennel Dip
Seared Artichoke Hearts, Hearty Fennel & Dill in warm Ricotta Cheese served with Buttery Crackers and Flatbread
Pepperonata & Creamy Cannellini Bean Dip
Mashed Cannellini Beans & Roasted Garlic with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Herbs & Preserved Peppers served with Buttery Crackers and Flatbread
Baked Goat Cheese
Local Goat Cheese Baked with our house made Garden Tomato Sauce and served with flatbread toasts
This past month, 500 of Indiana’s dedicated teachers gathered at the 2019 Innovation Exchange. Indy Fresh had the honor of serving these everyday heroes.
Fishers High School and HSE schools worked together to put on this important event, which serves as a way for teachers to continue their education, and learn the latest ways to utilize technology in the classroom. The event was held at Fishers High school this year and over 500 educators were present.
It was such an honor to support and serve them. We cannot thank our teachers enough! They work tirelessly, giving of their time and energy with compassion and grace all school year. It was so inspiring to see this many teachers committed to growth and learning even during summer break!
Thank You to Fishers and Hamilton Southeastern Schools for trusting Indy Fresh to serve your wonderful educators!
Caprese Skewers with grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil with house made balsamic reduction
What’s in a name? If you ask us – Everything.
At Indy Fresh, we are committed to providing our customers with high-quality food that is as fresh when you eat it as it was when it was made.
Great catering requires intentionality and integrity. Here’s how we live up to our name.
At Indy Fresh, we select our menu items based on how well they cater. Each item goes through a rigorous testing process to ensure that your food is as good when it arrives as when it left our kitchen!
Each order is prepared only hours before it’s served. We strive for the shortest possible window of time between production and consumption.
We use ‘hot bags’ to transport our food. They hold 5 layers of hotel pans which – when put in hot – helps retain heat in the bag and naturally insulates the food.
Indy Fresh sources products from only the best vendors in Indiana to ensure the highest quality and freshest product available.
We heavily scrutinize each dish that leaves our kitchen every day. We are dedicated to making improvements and maintain our high standards of quality.
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A revelatory, thought-provoking look inside the world of Indy Fresh Catering’s award-winning chef, Paul Haveck!
We sat down with Paul as he shared about food culture, catering and his commitment to excellence in the kitchen.
Q: What inspired you to become a chef?
A: Food has always been something I’ve loved. I was fortunate enough as a child to be exposed to foods that my peers weren’t. I grew up around men that loved to cook for their families (they made enough for three times the people they fed!) I’m sure it was a combination of all those things that led me to my career choice.
Q: What are some of your favorite things about working in the culinary world?
A: It’s never boring, ever! I get engaged when challenged with unusual problems food and the hospitality industry have no shortage of those problems.
Q: How has your experience as a restaurant chef prepared you for the world of catering? Has it given you a unique perspective, or a ‘leg up’ in any way?
A : I can’t say it’s given me an advantage, I took some hard knocks my first year catering. There are big differences between cooking for a cozy dining room full of patient people, and feeding hundreds of people in a window of less than an hour in some cases. If I have a unique perspective, it would be because of the restaurants I worked for than just working in a restaurant in general. I pushed myself to work for chefs with very high standards and an unforced commitment to excellence. I know that last phrase may seem cliché, but working in that type of environment pushed me to scrutinize everything I did until it was the best it could be.
Q: What is your favorite thing about working in the catering industry and for Indy Fresh Catering? What about the most challenging?
A: I like that it’s big, the events are big, the food is big and so are the smiles when everything goes according to plan. The days leading up to an event or banquet are surprisingly more hectic than the event itself! The preparation that goes on behind the scenes truly is a symphony of chaos.
Q: This industry, whether it is a restaurant or catering, is always evolving. How do you keep up with all the cooking trends?
A: Living in such a connected world as we all do, I keep my eyes open on multiple social media platforms and publications. It’s inspiring to see how other chefs approach similar ingredients. I never replicate a dish or recipe from another chef, but I often apply their concept to food. It’s not uncommon in our industry. It’s a reason why food culture has evolved so quickly in our country.
Q: If you had one week to travel anywhere on a culinary adventure, where would you go?
A: That’s tough, I haven’t even been out of the country yet! (except Canada) If I had to choose this moment I would say Japan. Not only is the culture of food and ingredients as old as time but the high standards their culture demands would be truly inspiring.
Q: What are your favorite ingredients to work with, and why?
A: Preserved foods. Preserving food is a timeless tradition. Fermenting, pickling, curing, and smoking was once done out of necessity to preserve food throughout the winter but are done now for their unique textures and flavors (in most cases.) A real depth of flavor develops by adding preserved food to almost anything.
Q: What sets you (and Indy Fresh) apart when it comes to wedding catering?
A: Indy Fresh is committed to offering catering that was meant for catering! After a recipe is perfected, it is put through rigorous testing to ensure that whatever you ordered from Indy Fresh will be as fresh as it was when we made it.
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