Holiday food is more than just turkey and stuffing! Beyond the big holiday dinner, there are all those little get-togethers that leave you scrambling for something to serve. While it’s understandable to want a big homemade holiday meal, why not give yourself a break and outsource your other gatherings to the professionals?
We assembled this catering company review to offer you a glimpse at what local caterers have on their holiday menu. For groups large and small, for treats savoury and sweet, all you need to do is look local!
Cravings Fine Food Market & Catering
131 Commerce park drive, barrie
www.cravingsfinefood.ca
Contact: Ramzi Ghandour
Whether you’re hosting two guests or five-hundred, cravings loves and welcomes holiday events of any size! They are happy to accommodate varying dietary preferences, and their menu includes a variety of gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and low-sodium options.
Cuisine:
Local, Fresh, Gourmet
Yummies on the holiday menu:
Vegetarian Samosa, Coconut Shrimp, Ceviche in a spoon
Holly’s Sweets and Eats
12 Commerce park drive, barrie
www.hollyssweetsandeats.com
Contact: Lori Mcclelland
While holly’s loves the excitement of catering events like weddings, they also appreciate the intimate feel of smaller, private gatherings. They love to see guests enjoy their delicious fare, which is always made from scratch using family recipes and quality ingredients. Their hors d’oeuvres can all be stored in the freezer and reheated when needed—just try to keep them from getting gobbled up by the kids before guests arrive!
Cuisine:
Homemade, Fresh, Satisfying
Yummies on the holiday menu:
Pesto ricotta wontons, Duck and leek spring rolls, Sticky asian meatballs, Turkey meatballs with a cranberry glaze
J’adore
123 dunlop street east, barrie
www.Jadorefinecheese.com
Contact: Jessi Fournier
J’adore specializes in holiday open houses, family parties, staff parties, and corporate events. Each event is personalized for the group, so you can choose between their many delicious cheesy hors d’oeuvres or full dinner options. They also host events in their “speakcheasy”; visit for wine and cheese pairings, murder mysteries, fondue parties and more!
Cuisine:
Cheesy, Chocolatey, Decadent
Yummies on the holiday menu:
crowd-pleasing cheese and chocolate plates — pick your favourites for the plate, or let them decide!
Gooey fondue and decadent deep dish cheese pie.
Mariposa market
109 Mississaga street east, orillia
www.mariposamarket.ca
Contact: Bob Willsey and Mandy Bourgouin
Mariposa market can accommodate holiday parties big and small—from your cozy family get-togethers to your formal office party. Their scrumptious baked goods are perfect crowd-pleasers for chilly winter days.
Cuisine:
Old-fashioned, Home-style, Good country eats
Yummies on the holiday menu:
Shortbreads, Sugar cookies, Gingerbread houses, and cupcake towers Platters of mincemeat tarts, squares, and hand-dipped chocolate macaroons paired with slices of dark english fruitcake and festive yule log cakes. Tom’s french-canadian tourtières—a savoury, signature yuletide entrée.
Tre sorelle
133 Mississaga street east, orillia
www.tresorelleorillia.com
Contact: Lisa Particelli and Gina White
Tre sorelle shines at holiday business lunches and small gatherings both on and offsite. Their talented team customizes a menu from appetizer to dessert, offering a variety of options to best suit your taste and budget.
Cuisine:
Homemade, Italian, Artisan
Yummies on the holiday menu:
Breadsticks wrapped in prosciutto and arugula, Assorted flatbreads, Antipasto platters, Stuffed golden peppers, Caprese sticks.
by Emily Bednarz
