Once upon a party, a small dish of some sort of light food served before dinner was considered a must. Its purpose was to stimulate one’s appetite and help provide just a little sustenance while drinks were served, and before the main course arrived. Today, those old social rules are out the window. Appetizers have […]
Knot Today thanks its board deliciously
Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering was pleased to cater a dinner for the KNOT TODAY Foundation (www.knottoday.org). We love helping not-for-profits with fundraisers and special events! Knottoday has a most worthy mission devoted to protecting children from sexual abuse, exploitation and trafficking. The group partners with other NFL teams to create a footprint in as many NFL […]
How Jacquie’s Gourmet can help you simplify your bear of an event
Everybody loves attending really great event. But have you ever spoken with anyone that actually enjoyed planning one? Unless you are a professional wedding planner, getting all the details checked off your list can be a real bear. Not a teddy bear, mind you, but a big growly, nasty one. That bites. There are just […]
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 […]
Quality comfort food has always been our specialty
Pick up any monthly magazine, and you’ll see recipes for foods we enjoyed ‘back in the day.’ In times of stress, we all tend to reach for foods we know we are going to enjoy; food favorites, if you will. Interestingly, the trend for comfort foods continues, even as some of the uncertainty of the […]
Meet downtown Indy’s charmingly historic venue: 1899
A very simple name pairs with this completely renovated historic building located at 164 Steeples Boulevard on Indianapolis’ near west side. 1899 (1899indy.com) is a picturesque event space located in historic Central State Village. The antique brick building has been a part of the landscape in Indianapolis for more than a century, as the name […]
Jacquie’s now proudly caters at The Propylaeum Historic Foundation
As a woman-owned catering business, Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering is pleased to offer catering services at the historic Propylaeum, a beloved and historic building that specializes in celebrating and connecting women. A non-profit, The Propylaeum has been open to the public for meetings and events for four generations. Located at 1410 N. Delaware Street downtown, it […]
How to Get your Gala on, post pandemic
Living as we are, in the COVID-era, we have learned to expect that a certain number of events will be subject to cancellation or attendee restriction as the virus ebbs and flows around us. So is there a better way to plan events, these days? Actually, yes! Turns out that the next best thing to […]
Why using an experienced catering team makes a world of difference in 2021
There is an undeniable benefit to having a professional you can trust at the helm of your catered event. We see this reflected time and again at Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering. And we think it’s especially important now, with anxiety about gatherings and celebrations during the shifting terms of the present pandemic. It can be quite […]
Embracing mid-town’s Neidhammer event space
At 2104 East Washington Street, the site of historic Neidhammer is among Indy’s most artistically-restored space for events. This 1901 era building makes a strong statement setting for special occasions, with soaring 25-foot ceilings, massive windows and exposed brick walls. Despite the bold space, Neidhammer is a warm environment that will make for a celebration […]
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