Vegetarian, pescatarian, cage-free, vegan, gluten-free, organic, dairy-free, kosher, hormone-free, cage-free, locally grown… As awareness grows about the impact of our dietary choices, there has been a surge in interest in the way we perceive and enjoy food — especially when we’re celebrating! At Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering, we are more than happy to step up to […]
When you need lots of space, we have venue recommendations
Large suitable venues around the Indy area can be hard to find and very pricey. They also need to be reserved well in advance. By large, we are talking about usable square footage of the event venue, and/or the number of people attending. Generally, talking about large events means large on both counts. Jacquie Bols, […]
We catered a Reindeer Party!
This fun Norwegian-inspired Christmas party at a client’s home included a very official reindeer “greeter” for the 40 guests in attendance. What a great way to get guests in the mood for getting into the holiday spirit! Makes sense if your family roots are Norwegian and you happen to know someone who can make a […]
We help kick off a cool new COLTS season!
Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering team was thrilled to be a part of Coach Frank Reich’s Kick Off Party celebrating the beginning of the Colts 22-23 season — and Reich’s fifth year as head coach. Held at the home of Frank and Linda Reich, the group of 65 Colts’ VIPs, friends and Colts management toasted the upcoming […]
What’s an interactive cocktail and how can you serve them?
There’s something about a cocktail bar that gathers folk together. So it makes sense to consider the making of cocktails at your next catered event as much entertainment as thirst-quencher. Naturally, you can theme your drinks around your event, from naming the drinks to how they are served. And of course, you can also offer […]
Thinking out-of-the-box for your wedding reception
Weddings and wedding receptions should reflect the tastes, personalities and culture of the couple hosting and starring in the festivities. To that, we say, absolutely! Bravo!! Indeed, make your wedding all about YOU! It should be memorable and unique. Have some fun! And – count us in! at Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering. We have endless ideas […]
Angelo knows a thing or two about throwing a great cocktail party
It takes team effort to make any company run smoothly. No one knows that better than Angelo Brown, one of Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering’s hard-working event managers. “Angelo has been a visionary member of our catering team for more than ten years,” says Jacquie Bols, owner/CEO. “His sweet spot is pulling together precisely what’s needed to […]
How to decorate a barn for your next bash
Putting together any kind of themed barn party – from a wedding reception to a retirement party — even a fundraiser – can be a lot of fun. Especially when it comes to decorating. Time to let your inner creativity shine! So first, yes, barn-themed décor and barn parties are still a thing, and going […]
A word about holiday desserts: Order them ahead for the holidays at Jacquie’s Café
You want the desserts you serve during the holidays to be fresh, beautifully made, and taste delicious. But that would mean preparing and baking them on the day of the event – when you are busy doing everything else to get ready for your holiday party. May we suggest – now is the perfect time […]
Ooh la lah! International holiday parties are a hit!
Hosting a holiday party for your company? Consider making it an international affair. One holiday party we catered recently had 6 different stations representing the company’s satellite offices at each of 6 countries. Every station offered exotic ethnic foods from that part of the world. Huge hit – and a great way to keep the […]
Drury Inn – Carmel
Just 12 miles from downtown Indianapolis, Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis Carmel is located at N Meridian St. and I-465. The hotel is close to local attractions like Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Center for the Performing Arts and the Parkwood Crossing office park. Learn More Here