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Special Events Menu

We at Nelson’s Catering are committed to giving our utmost attention to make your event a hit. We understand the importance of your event and the time it takes to plan. At Nelson’s Catering, we work with you to have every detail in order before the day of the event.

In addition to an assortment of the finest foods and beverages and a knowledgeable and experienced staff, Nelson’s Catering boasts a selection of china, silverware, and disposable tableware to fit any budget. Your event planner will work with you to design the menu that best reflects your preferences (event theme, company or organization). We are confident we can deliver all of these services while staying within your desired catering budget.

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About Nelson's

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Table of ContentsSERVICE | PG 3

B U F F E T S E RV I C E , FA M I LY STY L E , & P L AT E D O PT I O N S

APPETIZERS | PG 5A P P E T I Z E R PAC KAG E S TO B E G I N YO U R C E L E B RAT I O N

BAR SERVICE | PG 6C A S H & H O ST B A R S E RV I C E S AVA I L A B L E

MAIN COURSE SELECTIONS | PG 7I N C LU D E S 3 S I D E S W I T H S E RV I C E PAC KAG E O F C H O I C E

APPETIZER STATIONS | PG 9C R E AT I V E W AY TO O F F E R G U E STS A VA R I E TY

ACTION STATIONS | PG 11C R E AT I V E A D D - O N S

DESSERTS | PG 12

TESTIMONIALS | PG 13

CONDITIONS | PG 15

| D I E TA RY A C C O M M O D AT I O N S | We can gladly accommodate most dietary requests. Ask about our vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and dairy free options.

A L L B U F F E T PA C K A G E S I N C L U D E :Entrée served by Nelson’s Staff Buffet StyleTables bussed by Nelson’s StaffFormal Silver Chafing Dishes2 Cold Beverages Coffee Served Buffet Style in Cambro ContainersProfessionally Dressed StaffFloor Length Linens on Buffet Tables

| C L A S S I C B U F F E T O R S T R O L L I N G S TAT I O N S | INCLUDED IN MENU PRICING

Upscale Disposable PlatewareReflections Disposable SilverwareNelson’s Napkin and Logo CupBeverages Served Buffet Style in Clear Containers

| T R A D I T I O N A L B U F F E T | ADD $4.95/PERSON TO MENU PRICING

Basic China Package Dinner Plate, Salad Plate, Water Goblet, Fork/Knife/SpoonBasic Pre-set on Table Silverware, Goblet, Drink Pitchers, Salt/Pepper, Linen NapkinDessert Service Plated and Set on Buffet Includes Upscale Disposable Cake Plates, Forks and Napkins

| U LT I M AT E B U F F E T | ADD $7.95/PERSON TO MENU PRICING

Elaborate China Package Dinner plate, Salad Plate, Dessert Plate, Water Goblet, 3 Forks/Knife/SpoonElaborate Pre-set on Table Silverware, Goblet, Drink Pitchers, Salt/Pepper, Linen Napkin, Salad and Dressings, Dinner Rolls and ButterDessert Service Plated and Set on Buffet Includes China Cake Plates, Forks and Napkins

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| FA M I LY S T Y L E | ADD $9.95/PERSON TO MENU PRICING

Elaborate China Package Dinner Plate, Salad Plate, Dessert Plate, Water Goblet, 3 Forks/Knife/SpoonElegant Pre-set on Table Dinner Plate, Silverware, Goblet, Drink Pitchers, Salt/Pepper, Linen Napkin, Salad and Dressings, Dinner Rolls and ButterTables Bussed by Nelson’s StaffDessert Service Plated and Set on Buffet Includes China Cake Plates, Forks and NapkinsCoffee Served in Silver Coffee Urns at Coffee StationIncludes China Coffee Cups and Saucers

| P L AT E D | ADD $14.95/PERSON TO MENU PRICING

Butler Passed AppetizersElaborate China PackageDinner Plate, Salad Plate, Dessert Plate, Water Goblet, 3 Forks/Knife/SpoonPrestige Pre-setSilverware, Goblet, Drink Carafes, Salt/Pepper, Sugar/Sweetner and Cream, Linen Napkin, Salad Dressings, Dinner Rolls and ButterPlated and Served Salads & EntreesTables Bussed by Nelson's StaffDessert Service Plated and ServedIncludes China Cake Plate and ForkCoffee Served at the Table Includes China Coffee Cup and Saucer

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Seated Service Packages

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Fresh Vegetable DisplayFresh Seasonal Fruit DisplayCheese & Cracker Display

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Crostini Served with BruschettaSun-Dried Tomato Stuffed PeppersBourbon Glazed Meatballs

| T H R E E | 4.25

Grilled Baby Gold Potatoes with White BBQ Sauce Spinach Stuffed MushroomsGourmet Vegetable Display

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PRICED TO PAIR WITH DINNER

NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGESIced Tea/Lemonade

Peach Tea/Pink LemonadeCitrus Infused Sierra Mist | 1.00 personBerry Infused Sierra Mist | 1.00 person

Cucumber Infused Water | 1.00 personBottled Water & Sodas | 1.00 person

| F O U R | 4.25

Bacon Wrapped DatesCaprese BitesGoat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Crostini

| F I V E | 4.95

Italian Sausage Stuffed MushroomsClassic Cheese Ball with CrackersShrimp Cocktail Display

| S I X | 5.95

Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon AioliSpinach & Artichoke Dip with Pita ChipsFresh Fruit Kabobs

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Bar Service

BEERDomestic Beer | 4 Bottle / 250 KegImport Beer | Call for pricingHouse Wine | 4 Glass / 22 Bottle

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| O N E | 7.95

DRAFT BEER, HOUSE WINE & SOFT DRINKS:Bud Light, Miller Lite, Sycamore Lane, Coca-Cola products

| T W O | 9.95

BOTTLED BEER, HOUSE WINE & SOFT DRINKS:Bud Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Blue Moon, Sycamore Lane, Coca-Cola products

| T H R E E | 13.95

CALL LIQUOR, BOTTLED BEER, HOUSE WINE & SOFT DRINKS:Skyy Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Jose Cuervo Tequila, Dewar’s Scotch, Captain Morgan Rum, Jim Beam Whiskey, Seagram’s 7, Beefeaters Gin, Amaretto, Bud Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Blue Moon, Sycamore Lane, Coca-Cola productsPackage includes 1 Signature Drink

| F O U R | 17.95

PREMIUM LIQUOR, BOTTLED BEER, HOUSE WINE & SOFT DRINKS:Tanquerey Gin, Crown Royal, Jack Daniels, Ketel One Vodka, Glenlivet, Appleton Rum, Cuervo Silver Tequila, Bud Light, Bud Select, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Blue Moon, Sycamore Lane, Coca-Cola products Package includes 2 Signature Drinks

| F I V E | 21.95

CRAFT BEER, LIQUOR, & WINE:Boulevard Wheat, Founder’s IPA, Dogfish Head APA, Seasonal Craft beer selection, Bulleit, Titos, Ketel One, 1800 Silver, Bombay Sapphire, Bacardi, Captain, Glen Livet, Makers Mark, Sycamore Lane, Coca-Cola products Package includes 2 Signature Drinks

HOST BAR PACKAGES | PRICES BASED ON 4 HOUR TIME PERIOD

CASH BAR | FULLY STOCKED BAR / PRICED BY THE DRINK Bud Light, Bud Select, Budweiser, Miller Light, Amaretto, Absolute Vodka, Beefeaters Gin, Bacardi Rum, Captain Morgan Rum, Malibu Rum, Jose Cuervo Tequila, Dewar’s Scotch, Jim Beam Whiskey. $350 fee is required for cash bar

SPIRITSSignature Drinks | 5 Call Brands | 4.50Premium Brands | 5.50House Champagne | 18 bottle

| B A R F E E S | $35 / HOUR PER BARTENDER / ALL SERVICES

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HORSERADISH CRUSTED PRIME RIB (10OZ) | 27Garlic, horseradish and herbs creates a delicious crust to enhance the flavor of the beef served with horseradish sauceCARVED BEEF TENDERLOIN FILET | 30Hand-carved on site, richly marbled and aged to perfection for ultimate flavor and tenderness served with bourbon peppercorn sauce

| s e a f o o d |MARYLAND STYLE CRAB CAKES | 17Handmade with fresh jumbo lump crab meat and served with a lemon aioli sauceBOURBON GLAZED SALMON | 21Fresh Atlantic salmon with a sweet glaze of bourbon, brown sugar, herbs and spicesHONEY GLAZED CITRUS SALMON | 21Fresh Atlantic salmon broiled and glazed with a honey citrus reduction

| v e g e t a r i a n | PASTA PRIMAVERA | 16Penne pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables in garlic white wine sauceFETTUCCINE ALFREDO | 16Classic Italian dish made with parmesan cheese, cream and butterMEATLESS LASAGNA | 16Layers of marinara, mozzarella, and ricotta cheesestuffed between fresh pasta sheets and bakedPORTOBELLO MUSHROOM STEAK | 18Served on a bed of rice. Marinated and grilled with green beans, artichokes, tomatoes & balsamic reductionROASTED VEGETABLE RAVIOLI | 19Grilled shallots, forest mushrooms, and provencal tomato sauce

| c h i c k e n |NELSON’S SIGNATURE GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST | 16Grilled to perfection chicken breast with Nelson’s signature marinade served with fresh pineapple salsa AVO C A D O S A LS A | add 1.00 M US H R O O M B RA N DY S AU C E | add 1.00

AGAVE CHICKEN | 16Sweet and tangy, marinated with agave and chipotle

CHICKEN CACCIATORE | 18 A rich, rustic sauce of onions, herbs, tomatoes, mushrooms and red winePECAN AND PARMESAN ENCRUSTED CHICKEN BREAST | 20Crushed pecans mixed with shredded parmesan, herbs, and spices. Served with a dijon cream sauce

| P O R K |APPLEWOOD SMOKED HAM | 15Slow roasted with light brown sugar and clover honeyNELSON’S PULLED PORK BBQ | 16A Nelson’s signature item cooked slowly in spices with our signature sauceNELSON’S GRILLED PORK LOIN | 16A simple blend of seasonings, marinated, full of flavor and grilled to perfection H O N E Y C H I P O LT E G L AZ E | add 1.00

| B E E F |SMOKED BEEF BRISKET | 21Slow roasted, thin sliced and served in BBQ sauceSIRLOIN | 23 Marinated, grilled and served with a fresh chimichurri sauce

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Main Course Sides

| p o t at o + p a s t a |NELSON’S SIGNATURE CHEDDAR CHEESE POTATOESOur signature potatoes diced and baked with cheddar cheese, butter and creamROASTED SWEET POTATOESDiced potato with a butter, brown sugar toppingROASTED RED SKINNED POTATOESServed in herb and garlic butterTWICE BAKED POTATOShredded cheddar cheese, butter, bacon, and chivesTRADITIONAL BAKED POTATOServed with butter and sour creamCARAMELIZED ONION MASHED POTATOESTopped with sweet caramelized onionsGRILLED BABY GOLD POTATOESA marinated, grilled Yukon potato served with a white BBQ on the sideYUKON GOLD POTATOESRoasted with butter, garlic and herbsMACARONI & CHEESEMade with white cheddar, provolone, monterey jack and asiago cheeseLINGUINI PESTO PASTA In a parmesan pesto sauceFETTUCCINE ALFREDO Classic Italian dish made with parmesan cheese, cream and butterRICE PILAFA mix of brown and white rice, seasoned with herbs & spicesWILD RICEA blend of 3 types of rice

| v e g e t a b l e s | ROASTED CORN AND PEPPERSSweet corn and bell peppers roasted in butter with herbs and spices

GLAZED BABY CARROTSLightly glazed with brown sugar and butterGREEN BEANS WITH BLEU CHEESE AND CANDIED WALNUTSWHOLE KERNEL CORNSeasoned and served in a rich butter sauceASPARAGUS WITH SQUASH AND ZUCCHINILightly seasoned and roastedSOUTHERN STYLE GREEN BEANSBacon and onions sautéed in butterKEY WEST BLEND OF VEGETABLESCombination of green beans, carrots, yellow carrots and red peppersGREEN BEANS WITH CARMELIZED ONIONS

| S A L A D S | FRESH GARDEN SALADRomaine lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers,shredded cheddar cheese with ranch and french dressingsCLASSIC CAESAR SALADRomaine lettuce, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes,black olives and parmesan cheese served with classiccaesar dressingNELSON’S SOUTHWESTERN SALADRomaine lettuce, corn and black beans, slicedtomatoes lightly tossed with BBQ sauce and toppedwith tortilla strips and served with salsa ranchdressingSPINACH SALADSpinach and romaine lettuce with sliced red onions,hard boiled eggs, grape tomatoes and bacon crumblesserved with a house made tomato vinaigretteSUMMER SALADSpring Mix greens, sliced apples, toasted walnuts,sliced strawberries and feta cheese servedwith mango chardonnay vinaigrette

EACH ENTREE INCLUDES 3 SIDES, ROLL AND BUTTER, AND 2 BEVERAGES

1 | M E AT S TAT I O N | SELECT 1

C A RV I N G STAT I O NWhole Turkey BreastRoasted Pork LoinSpiral Cut HamGrilled Chicken Breast Petite Beef TenderloinPrime Rib | add 2.95

S L I D E RS STAT I O NItalian BeefCuban Pulled Pork with Mango SalsaPulled Pork BBQ add avocado salsa & fried onions | .75Smoked BrisketCheeseburger add bacon and caramelized onions | .75DeliMini Brats

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PA STA B A RPenne, bowtie and linguini pastas with marinara, pesto and alfredo sauces - Italian sausage meatballs with parmesan and crushed red pepper

P OTATO B A R Mashed potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese,crispy bacon bits, scallions, sour cream,beef gravy, butter and crispy onions

M AC & C H E E S E B A R Four cheese macaroni and cheese with shreddedcheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, mushrooms,ham and crispy onions

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F R E S H F R U I T B A R | ADD 2.95Assortment of melons, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries with fruit dip

S U M M E R S A L A DSpring Mix greens, sliced apples, toasted walnuts,sliced strawberries and feta cheese servedwith mango chardonnay vinaigrette

S P I N AC H S A L A DSpinach and romaine lettuce with sliced red onions,hard boiled eggs, grape tomatoes and bacon crumblesserved with a house made tomato vinaigrette

G A R D E N S A L A DRomaine lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers,shredded cheddar cheese with ranch and frenchdressings

S O U T H W E ST S A L A DRomaine lettuce, corn and black beans, slicedtomatoes lightly tossed with BBQ sauce and toppedwith tortilla strips and served with salsa ranchdressing

C A E S A R S A L A DRomaine lettuce, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes,black olives and parmesan cheese served with classiccaesar dressing

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HOT | SELECT 3BBQ Smokey LinksBacon Wrapped Water ChestnutsVegetable Egg Rolls with Sweet and SourBourbon Glazed MeatballsSweet Chili Thai MeatballsBacon Wrapped DatesSanta Fe Egg Rolls with Southwest Ranch | add .50Spinach Stuffed MushroomsItalian Sausage Stuffed MushroomsMini Crab Cakes with Curry AoiliBeef Kabobs with Peppers, Mushrooms, and OnionsPeppered Bacon and Sausage Stuffed PeppersPretzel BitesItalian Marinated Chicken and Vegetable Skewer | add 1.50Grilled Baby Gold Potatoes | add .95Fig Dip

COLD | SELECT 2Antipasto SatayBruschetta with Toasted CrostiniBLT CrostiniFresh Fruit KabobsSun Dried Tomato Stuffed PeppersGoat Cheese Crostini with Carmelized OnionsFresh Fruit DisplayFresh Vegetable Display with DipProscuitto Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon AioliCaprese BitesBrie Cheese with Cranberry ToppingClassic CheeseballRoasted Red Pepper Hummus with Pita ChipsTropical BruschettaBrie Tart with Pineapple and Coconut

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DESSERT STATION SELECT 2 | ADD 2.95Salted Caramel Pretzel BrowniesS’Mores BarMini Cupcakes

WINGS STATIONSELECT 2 | ADD 2.95Sweet Thai Chili Original Fire RoastedChipolte BBQ

SEAFOOD STATIONSELECT 2 | ADD 5.50Shrimp Shooters with Orange MarmaladeMini Crab Cakes with Lemon AioliJumbo Shrimp Display with Cocktail SauceSeafood Ceviche with Toasted CrostiniSalmon Mousse on Cucumber

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S’MORES BAR | 2.50Marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate, and graham crackers displayed for an interactive, make-your own s’mores experience

COFFEE BAR | 2.50Freshly brewed coffee served with caramel, hazelnut and vanilla syrups, cinnamon, nutmeg, whipped cream, fresh cream, sugar and sweetener

SALSA BAR | 2.95Fresh made corn & black bean salsa, pico de gallo, and avocado salsa served with corn tortilla chips

ICE CREAM SUNDAE BAR | 2.95Vanilla ice cream with chocolate, caramel, and strawberry syrup, crushed Oreos, Butterfingers and M&M’s, nut toppings and whipped cream

GOURMET S’MORES BAR | 3.25Marshmallows, Hershey’s chocolate, and graham crackers with peanut butter cups, caramel squares, sea salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, toasted coconut and peppermint patties

POPCORN BAR | 3.50A buffet of seasoned popcorn, caramel corn and chocolate covered popcornAdd Additional Toppings | 1.25

FRESH FRUIT BAR | 3.95Assortment of melons, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries with fruit dip

LATE NIGHT BREAKFAST | 4.95Breakfast sandwiches of egg and cheese with a selection of ham, sausage, or bacon served on a buttermilk biscuit

CHIPS & DIPS | 5.95An assortment of chips and dips- BLT dip, spinach artichoke dip, buffalo chicken dip, supreme nacho dip, and roasted red pepper hummus served with tortilla chips and pita chips

SLIDER BAR | 6.50Mini cheeseburger sliders, mini pulled pork BBQ sliders and mini beef brisket sliders

BRAT & CHILI BAR | 6.50Mini bratwursts and chili with shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, oyster crackersand jalapenos

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PRICED TO PAIR WITH YOUR DINNER OR APPETIZER PARTY

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DessertsASSORTED COOKIES | 1.75Chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal walnut raisin, and white chocolate macadamia nut

LOADED CHOCOLATE BROWNIES | 1.75Fudge brownie with white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and caramel drizzle

CHOCOLATE COVERED PEANUT BUTTER RICE KRISPIES | 1.75These crispy peanut butter bites have a base of peanut butter blended with crisped rice cereal that’s topped with chocolate-butterscotch frosting

LEMON BARS | 1.95Lively lemon curd is served on buttery shortbread and dusted with confectioners sugar

APPLE CRISP | 2.25Roasted, cinnamon apples/sweet peaches/sweet cher-ries, topped with a crispy strussel crust

GOOEY BUTTER CAKE | 2.25Wheat cake flour, butter, sugar, and eggs topped with powdered sugar combine to make this St. Louis favorite

SALTED CARAMEL BROWNIES | 2.25These brownies are filled with salted caramel, drizzled with more salted caramel & dark chocolate, on a unique chocolate covered caramel crust

TEXAS SHEET CAKE | 2.25Rich and moist chocolate cake topped with buttercream chocolate frosting

ICED CARROT CAKE | 2.75These cakes are crafted from carrots, raisins, pineapples, walnuts, and molasses, and covered with a nut-studded layer of cream cheese frosting

CHOCOLATE OR VANILLA CUPCAKES OR SHEETCAKE | 2.75

ASSORTED FRUIT PIES | 2.75Classic apple, cherry and peach pies baked till golden brown

ASSORTED GOURMET DESSERT BARS | 2.95Oreo dream bars, caramel apple grannies, lemonberry jazz bars, marble cheese truffle bars

GERMAN CHOCOLATE SHEET CAKE | 2.75These cakes feature dark chocolate cake covered in a rich caramel, chopped pecans, and shredded coconut flakes and icing

RED VELVET SHEET CAKE | 2.75Rich, moist red velvet cake with cream cheese icing

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SHEETCAKE | 3.95Three layers of the best shortcake you’ve ever tasted, decorated with thick, dairy-fresh whipped cream and strawberry preserve

ANGEL FOOD CAKE | 3.95 Served with mixed berry topping

ASSORTED MINI DESSERTS | 3.95An assortment of mini cupcakes, petite fours & mini cheesecakes

CHEESECAKE | 3.95Made with pure Madagascar vanilla, this rich and creamy cheesecake is baked on a signature all-butter shortbread cookie crust

FRUIT SWIRL CHEESECAKE | 3.95Strawberry swirl, mixed berry swirl, key lime swirl, and peach swirl

CHOCOLATE VARIETY CHEESECAKE | 3.95Chocolate peanut butter, triple chocolate, caramel turtle, and mississippi mud

TUXEDO TRUFFLE MOUSSE CAKE | 4.50Moist marbled cake separated by a layer each of dark chocolate & white chocolate mousse, smothered with dark chocolate ganache swirled with white chocolate

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"Working with the team at Nelson’s is always a pleasure. The staff provides excellent ideas for creative and delicious menus for a variety of events, from our casual summer picnic to our more formal holiday party. They are responsive to our needs and communicate throughout the process to ensure our events are a success, and they go above and beyond to guarantee our satisfaction at every stage. The food is high-quality, well-prepared and delicious — I highly recommend using Nelson’s for any event!" - April, Hanson Inc.

"I don't know how to tell you HOW WONDERFUL everything was. Your staff was amazing and the food was amazing as well. We will be stopping by today. I just wanted you to know how wonderful everything was. Your staff went over and beyond!!!!" - Andrea, Keller Williams Springfield

"Nelson's Catering did a wonderful job with this event - the food was perfect as was the staff as well. We have the opportunity to work with many caterers during the year and none of them have handled an event as well as Nelson's. Thank you, again!." - Jim Schaefer, State Journal Register

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"The food was amazing! We have gotten rave reviews from our attendees over the food. The mint julep punch was outstanding people kept talking about how good it was. I had to take the left over punch with me as it was so good! Thank you so much for helping our vision of a successful Derby Party come to past. We plan to host this event annually and definitely will be contacting you for next years event." - Michael, Alpha Phi Alpha

"We have worked with Nelson’s for several years on many large and small events. They provide excellent customer service and want to make sure we are completely satisfied. They like to offer new choices and keep changing things up. They are concerned about quality, presentation and flavor while always keeping our budget in mind. They make it easy."- Amanda, Memorial Medical Center Foundation

"Everything was fabulous as usual. I had the pork, Sandy had the chicken and everyone agreed those potatoes are to die for! And your staff is always wonderful. Wish we could have you every Conference!!!"- Kelly, Illinois Department on Aging

Terms & Conditions

QUALITYWe promise to use only superior quality ingredients. We will not purchase inferior quality items in order to protect our margins. We promise to employ quality staff that adheres to our core values.

SERVICEWe are a service company that excels in the catering field. We are people-pleasers and are a customer-oriented company. From answering the phone on the first ring to staying at an event and making sure every detail is right, we strive to provide excellent customer service each and every time.

PERMITSNelson’s Catering’s licenses and permits apply only to events and products provided by Nelson’s Catering.Copies of licenses can be emailed to our clients upon request. Our liquor license and insurance require that our staff can only serve liquor products purchased through Nelson’s Catering. We are also not permitted to leave any alcoholic beverages upon our departure.

VENUESWe are fortunate to have a fantastic partnership with many venues. Please ask our sales staff for referrals.

PROPOSALS These will contain more event specific service details.

SALES STAFFWe have an exceptional sales staff available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Weekend appointments may be available through special requests.

STAFFINGWe are proud of our professional staff. They accomplish long hours of customer service training, are wellgroomed and are appropriately uniformed for your event.

PORTIONSFood and beverage portions are based on over twenty years of experience. In order to provide you with the best possible price, we do not provide an overage for food; however, please notify your sales representative if you expect larger than normal consumption.

DIETARY NEEDSWe understand the importance of catering for specialized dietary needs. Our menu has options of vegetarian and gluten free. We can tailor our menu to most dietary requirements. Please contact your sales representative for more information. Please note that we do not operate a nut-free kitchen.

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GUEST COUNTSFinal guest counts are due seven days prior to the event. After that date, increases are accepted but due to food, equipment and staffing, decreases are not.

CANCELLATIONSWe understand that there are acts of God, family emergencies and other contributing factors that may lead to a cancellation after an event is contracted or confirmed. Cancellations must be called into our office and confirmed by e-mail. Refunds will be handled on an individual basis.

SPECIAL PLANNINGCatered events incur more time spent than calculated in our menu pricing. A 10% service charge will be added for these events.

SALES TAXThe current state sales tax is charged on all items as per the Illinois Department of Revenue Code.

DEPOSITS All weddings and private events require deposits to ensure service on that date. Once a time and date isreserved, Nelson’s Catering will reserve a crew and equipment for that event. The deposit, in part, coversthose costs. Payment is required in full prior to the event by either check or credit card and will be chargedbefore the day of the event.

DONATIONS Giving back to our community is an important part of Nelson’s Catering. One way we give back is throughour Fundraiser Program. For more information, please contact a sales representative.

DEFINITION OF 1.5 ENTREES 1.5 entrée is the amount of main course your event will be provided. To figure the number of entrees,Nelson’s Catering will figure the total number of guests x 1.5. This is the number of entrees you will receive.

CATERING VS. DELIVERY For Delivery orders, the menu is delivered in insulated disposable containers with a Nelson’s Cateringrepresentative setting up the buffet and meeting with the on-site contact to make sure everything is as ordered. Prior to eating, the Nelson’s Catering representative will depart. All items left behind are disposable.

For Catered events, a Nelson’s Catering attendant will arrive and setup your buffet using chafing dishes.The attendant will meet with the onsite contact to make sure everything is as ordered. Nelson’s Catering will service the buffet, serve the main entrée to your guests and clean up the food area after the event. We will again check with the onsite contact before leaving to make sure we exceeded your standards.