Category: Catering Company

New Hampshire’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: The White Apron

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that The White Apron is an award winner for catering companies in 2019.

If you are looking for a catering company that will keep your guests talking for years, look no further than this award-winning company!

The White Apron has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across four different verified sites with an average rating of 4.91 stars, earning them an impressive Rating Score™ of 97.10 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking as one of the top five catering companies in New Hampshire!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“The White Apron catered our wedding reception as well as an event the following day. Every single thing about them was spectacular, the food, the menu, the staff, it was all just amazing. I would absolutely hire them again for another event!” – J.M.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that The White Apron is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average Catering Company

We were excited to learn all about The White Apron and how they have gotten where they are today, so we sat down with the Director of Sales and owner, Lizz.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that makes The White Apron stand apart from its competitors. Lizz told us:

“Our level of service is amazing! My husband and I were both classically trained at a French culinary school! Our food has been really good and really consistent! Our service level is truly top-notch! It comes down to service and food, perfectly balanced. We place a lot of emphasis on the interactions we have with the clients, and training is of paramount importance!”

Lizz also told us about how important their staff is to them, saying:

“We treat our staff like they are a part of something bigger than just cooking and serving food or throwing massive events. In 15 years, my husband has grown the company from four, to over 122 employees. We are a seasonal business, but are able to retain over 85-percent of our staff, year after year. We want to truly make a lasting impact in, not just our clients’ lives but, in our employee’s lives, too! We also feed them amazing food, and that always seems to help.”

Lizz told us about the lasting impact of their service:

“Once someone experiences an event from us, the memories and happiness will never fade. We have consistently done this for 15 years.”

Building Success By Offering Consistent Service

In addition to building the kind of online reputation that any small business would envy, The White Apron has spread the word about who they are and what they do by offering consistent service and through word of mouth.

There are many businesses out there that are looking to build as impressive a reputation as The White Apron has managed to. We asked if Lizz could share any expert advice with these companies. Here’s what she had to say:

“Have integrity and be passionate about what you do. Respect the other people who work for you. It may start as a job to them, but with your guidance, it may turn into a career path!”

Lizz ended our chat with this thoughtful statement:

“Thank you to all of our employees for making this fun, spreading love, and helping us achieve this level of success! We would not have made it this far without you all.”

Congratulations to The White Apron for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Lizz for taking the time to speak with us!

Oklahoma’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Goodies Catering

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Goodies Catering is a two-time 2019 award winner in Oklahoma!

With 27 years of experience on their side, Goodies Catering in Tulsa has what it takes to make your next event memorable and delicious.

Goodies Catering has received almost 100 reviews on six verified sites with an average rating of 4.98 stars, earning them a marvelous Rating Score™ of 99.84 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for being ranked among the top 20 businesses and the number one catering company in all of Oklahoma!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Stop looking for a caterer — this is the one you want!!! Goodies catered my daughter’s wedding last weekend. We’d chosen the ‘budget menu’ for 100 guests, and Anthony was AMAZING in his professionalism and thoughtfulness when he worked with us to make all of the decisions. At the wedding, our catering staff was wonderful! I gave them all hugs at the end of the night. They all went above-and-beyond to make sure everyone had what they needed, and THE FOOD was absolutely fantastic. Remember, this was the ‘budget menu,’ and I hoped it would be OK, but it was delicious and didn’t taste like we’d skimped at all. It was presented beautifully, bountiful and tasted amazing!!! I felt like we really mattered to Goodies and their staff — they acted like they were taking care of their own family, and I am so grateful to them for making my daughter’s wedding reception a beautiful, stress-free event.” – Joy F.

Not Your Average Catering Company

We wanted to learn more about this two-time award winner and how they managed to build such an impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with Joe and Anthony, owner and General Manager of Goodies Catering.

The first thing we wanted to know was what makes Goodies Catering a one-of-a-kind catering company in Oklahoma. Here’s what Joe had to say:

“People choose us for our consistency and our quality! We want honest feedback, whether it is good, bad or indifferent. We want to know why and how we could do better, especially if we receive a good rating! We want continual improvement and growth! This is how we contribute to living our best life!”

Anthony went on to add:

“Service — that’s who I am! I truly enjoy making someone’s important, special or magical moment truly be memorable and nearly impossible to top! I provide the best service of my ability, ensuring that all of our guests have a stupendous time.”

We also asked Joe and Anthony what their mission is at Goodies Catering and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s their response:

“Perfectionism! Going above and beyond all expectations! We require every employee to be a natural-born leader!”

Building Success Through Exceptional Customer Service and Integrity

Joe and Anthony attribute Goodies Catering’s strong online reputation to their commitment to exceptional customer service and integrity:

“We consistently go above and beyond to ensure a customer wants to leave a great review! By constantly doing a phenomenal job, the reviews will organically occur!! We had over 500 caterings last year, and although every client does not have time to leave a review, we are so grateful for everyone who can take time to write one.”

Joe and Anthony added:

“Every review is essential for helping us build our success and spread our business. We thank our community and every client and customer who has allowed us to make a lasting impact in their lives. Our kitchen staff, servers and local professionals are the lifeblood of the company! We could not do it without you all!”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Goodies Catering has gotten their name out there through word of mouth, which says something about the kind of service they provide day in and day out.

Every business owner wants to build the kind of online reputation Goodies Catering has. When we asked Joe and Anthony what advice they have for those business owners, they said:

“Take pride and ownership in all of your work. How you handle a bad review is just as important as how you handle a five-star review. You must fully address, not just acknowledge, all feedback!”

Congratulations to the team at Goodies Catering for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Joe and Anthony, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Goodies Catering in Tulsa. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Dream Events & Catering

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Dream Events & Catering is an award winner for catering companies in 2019.

If you are looking for a catering company that will wow the guests at your next big event, look no further than this award-winning company!

Dream Events & Catering has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across five different verified sites with an average rating of 4.92 stars, earning them an impressive Rating Score™ of 99.16 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for ranking as one of the top 50 businesses and one of the top three catering companies in Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Dream Events & Catering is so easy to work with! They quickly pulled together a quote that was perfectly matched to what my bride and groom wanted. Their prices are fantastic, but their service is even better. I loved working with all of their staff, from the owner to the day-of servers. My clients and their guests were so happy with the food!” – M.S.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that Dream Events & Catering is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average Catering Company

We were excited to learn all about Dream Events & Catering and how they have gotten where they are today, so we sat down with the owner and Manager, Rebecca Annastas.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that makes Dream Events & Catering stand apart from its competitors. Rebecca told us about the wide array of services they offer. She said:

“When it comes to choosing a caterer, we are a full-service events company. We do anything, from boxed lunches to weddings or galas. We can just do the food, or we can add flowers, rentals, vendors, and all of the important pieces. We work with planners all the time, and we have a lot of partners around Nashville, but we can be the hidden, behind-the-scenes planners as well.”

Rebecca told us a bit more about their awesome team:

“Employees are the secret to the sauce. They are a very creative team as well; this is their passion. They want to know who they are serving, who their client is, and how we can cater to their personalities. We treat our staff like family, so staff can treat clients like family, and then clients go treat the community like family.”

Building Success And Giving Back

In addition to building the kind of online reputation that any small business would envy, Dream Events & Catering has spread the word about who they are and what they do by finding ways to stay involved in and give back to the community. Rebecca told us:

“We work really hard to be mindful of our impact on the community. We are planning a big green initiative and expanding what we are already doing. We have a Composting Nashville program to offer more compostable disposables. We do a lot of donation drives. We celebrated 25 years a couple of years ago, and we partnered with different organizations to do community events instead of doing a big event for us. We celebrated the community and the employees that have helped us be so successful.”

She told us a bit more about how their employees stay involved in the community:

“Our employees work really hard to create a dynamic culture. They’ll do donation drives, different volunteer opportunities, and they have days they can bring their kids to work.”

There are many businesses out there that are looking to build as impressive a reputation as Dream Events & Catering has managed to. We asked if Rebecca could share any expert advice with these companies. Here’s what she had to say:

“Define your perspective and your vision, and be very clear about how you are different. Consistency is huge; just showing up with the same quality at every event [is so important]. Follow up with your clients after an event, and ask for feedback.”

Congratulations to Dream Events & Catering for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Rebecca for taking the time to speak with us!

Maine’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Bar Harbor Catering Company

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Bar Harbor Catering Company is an award winner for catering companies in 2019.

If you are looking for a full-service catering and event planning company that puts their focus on you and your unique event, look no further than this award-winning company!

Bar Harbor Catering Company has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across five different verified sites with an average rating of 4.84 stars, earning them an impressive Rating Score™ of 98.37 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for ranking as one of the top 25 businesses and one of the top three catering companies in Maine!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Bar Harbor Catering did a rehearsal/welcome lobster bake for 180 people on a beach, which is not the easiest logistics, but it was spectacular. People are still talking about it. The food was wonderful; they were organized, creative, and the staff was attentive. It was effortless on our part. I would use them again in a minute if I were doing something again in Maine.” – B.C.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that Bar Harbor Catering Company is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average Catering Company

We were excited to learn all about Bar Harbor Catering Company and how they have gotten where they are today, so we sat down with the owner, Mandy Fontaine.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that makes Bar Harbor Catering Company stand apart from its competitors. Mandy started out by telling us about their commitment to their customers and how they work to make each event reflect the client. All in all, their exceptional customer service is something to be admired. Mandy said:

“We spend a lot of time getting to know all of our clients and creating an event that reflects them. The little extra touches, and going above and beyond expectations, that’s what makes every event special and unique.”

She continued:

“We treat every customer, and especially every vendor, like VIPs. Our motto around here is ‘Good enough isn’t enough.’ We really try to follow through with that in everything that we do.”

Mandy told us a bit about the service they offer, and how they are able to pull off such incredible events:

“We have a big team, so we’re prepared to handle pretty much anything, wherever the event may be. Whether it’s a campground, an estate, a farmhouse, or a remote island, we can go anywhere. One of the things that I think most of our clients are surprised by is that we actually cook all of our menu items at each event location. Essentially, we’re setting up a high-end restaurant wherever we go. If you’ve ever seen Top Chef Restaurant Wars, it’s pretty much like that. A lot of people think we just cook food, load it in our van, drop it off and then go. It couldn’t be anymore different than that.”

When we asked Mandy about the Bar Harbor Catering Company business mission, she told us:

“Our mission is to produce extraordinary events with legendary customer service and modern Maine cuisine created by happy people. We have a distinct advantage in our business that we work mostly on milestone events, like weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and business openings. We have an internal phrase, called ‘magic moments,’ meaning the little things that go above and beyond that people might not think of. We really aim to put smiles on everyone’s faces by being magic makers. That’s what makes us happy.”

Building Success And Giving Back

In addition to building the kind of online reputation that any small business would envy, Bar Harbor Catering Company has spread the word about who they are and what they do by giving back and being active in the community. Mandy told us:

“We don’t do a lot of traditional marketing in the sense of buying ads or anything like that. We’re more focused on getting in front of potential clients by participating or donating to community events, like cooking competitions, non-profit donations, non-profit discounts, things like that. In this way, our product and service stand for themselves, and our customer base grows naturally in return. Word of mouth marketing is where we’re really driving.”

She went on to tell us about some of the other ways they are giving back and making the world a better place:

“Aside from the client customer experience, we’re really proud of our zero waste program. If you’ve ever worked in professional kitchens, there’s a lot of waste and we’ve gotten our kitchen production trash down to less than a normal size bathroom trash can everyday through extensive composting and recycling. We’re part of a local organization, called ‘Climate to Thrive,’ whose aim is to be completely energy independent by 2030, and we’re really proud of that.”

There are many businesses out there that are looking to build as impressive a reputation as Bar Harbor Catering Company has managed to. We asked if Mandy could share any expert advice with these companies. Here’s what she had to say:

“Treat your online presence just as you would your in-person reputation. We always put our best foot forward. We’d always rather have no posts over one with the mediocre photo or something that we’re not totally proud of. We’ve been really, really strategic about that.”

Congratulations to Bar Harbor Catering Company for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Mandy for taking the time to speak with us!

Maryland’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Corcoran Caterers

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Corcoran Caterers is a 2019 award winner for catering companies in Maryland!

From weddings to corporate events, there’s no better catering company to rely on in Silver Spring than Corcoran Caterers.

Corcoran Caterers has received almost 200 reviews with an average rating of 4.89 stars, earning them a tremendous Rating Score™ of 98.88 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 catering companies in all of Maryland!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“We couldn’t be happier with Corcoran Catering and their amazing service at our wedding reception. Laura and her team were very professional, knowledgeable and experienced. We were able to meet with them several times before the big day and had a very thorough walkthrough at the actual venue with them that made us feel calm and confident going into our wedding weekend. Everything from the floor plan to the food selection to the service staff was perfection! We can’t thank them enough for all their wonderful work and highly recommend [them] to any couples in the DC metro area!” – Christine R.

Not Your Average Catering Company

We wanted to learn all about Corcoran Caterers and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with Event Designer, Martha Corcoran.

The first question we had for Martha was what is it that sets Corcoran Caterers apart from their competition in Maryland. Here’s Martha’s response:

“We believe in honest food, real food, good customer service and transparency, and we respect the ingredients.”

Martha went on to tell us that they’ve been in business since 1984, have a team of six event designers and a fantastic staff in the kitchen and warehouse.

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Corcoran Caterers and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Martha had to say:

“We support a lot of different organizations. For the last 15 years, we support the Relay for Life with meals. …We support different schools and churches.”

Building Success Through Organic Reviews

Martha attributes Corcoran Caterers’ strong online reputation to their organic reviews; however, they do occasionally ask when a customer has a really good experience.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Corcoran Caterers has gotten their name out there by reaching out to different local venues. Monday through Friday, they do corporate catering, and they reach out to different companies to help them meet those needs.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Corcoran Caterers has. Here’s Martha’s expert advice for them:

“Always say the right things to the customer. if you work with honesty and integrity, you’ll succeed.”

Congratulations to the team at Corcoran Caterers for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Martha, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Corcoran Caterers in Silver Spring. Visit their website today!

Connecticut’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Ascot Catering

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Ascot Catering has won two 2019 awards in Connecticut!

From weddings and other private events to corporate events and bar services, there’s no better catering company to rely on in Wethersfield than Ascot Catering.

Ascot Catering has received dozens of reviews on five verified sites with an average rating of 4.98 stars, earning them a stellar Rating Score™ of 99.82 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for ranking among the top 25 businesses and the top five catering companies in all of Connecticut!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“Ascot Catering did a fantastic job on my father-in-law’s 80th birthday party. We were worried we had too much food, but it tasted so good that we all had seconds and thirds. The chicken marsala was excellent, and the beef tenderloin was the best I’ve ever had! All of the guests loved the food. I highly recommend Ascot Catering for your next function.” – Kevin B.

Not Your Average Catering Company

Tom Sapia, the owner of Ascot Catering, took a few minutes out of his day to tell us a little more about this one-of-a-kind catering company and the impressive online reputation they’ve managed to build.

To start our conversation, we asked Tom what it is that sets Ascot Catering apart from their competition in Connecticut. Here’s what he had to say:

“We think of all of our events as if they are our own. How would I want the event to go if I was planning it for me? What would I expect during the event if it was mine? We constantly think about the event that way, so we come from an overabundance state of mind, and we give that to our customers. We really don’t look at it from a price perspective as much as a service standpoint.”

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at Ascot Catering and how they give back and make the world a better place. Tom told us that he’s very involved in the community and that’s he’s working to open a storefront so that can be even more connected with it. They make donations to local organizations, including providing meals for fundraisers.

Tom went on to add:

“Our mission is just to feed people. We want to provide people with the highest quality and convenience. We’re not here for ourselves; we’re here to take care of our customers.”

Building Success Through Organic Reviews

When we asked Tom about Ascot Catering’s secret to such a strong online reputation, he attributed it to their organic reviews. He told us that they are planning to start asking for reviews in the future, but as of right now, all of their reviews are organic.

Outside of building the kind of online reputation any business owner would envy, Ascot Catering has spread the word about who they are and what they do through social media and their website.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Ascot Catering has. Here’s the expert advice Tom has for them:

“Always remember where you started. Create a service that will really reflect what you’re all about. Really try to strive to solve someone’s problem and make it worth it for them. Don’t get all caught up in the cents. Look at the bigger picture. Make sure you pay your staff well and train them well. The biggest asset to a great company is the employees. At the end of the day, we’re all just people, and we’re just coming from different places. That’s why training is so important — you have to provide direction and training for what you expect from your employees.”

Congratulations to the team at Ascot Catering for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Tom, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Ascot Catering in Wethersfield. Visit their website today!

Rhode Island’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Blackstone Caterers

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Blackstone Caterers is an award winner for catering companies in 2019.

From gala events to intimate cocktail parties in your own home, Blackstone Caterers is known for its exquisite food, spectacular presentation, and unfailing service. If you are in need of a trusted caterer, reach out to this award winner today!

Blackstone Caterers has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across five different verified sites with an average rating of 4.88 stars, earning them an impressive Rating Score™ of 98.84 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for ranking as one of the top 25 businesses and one of the top three catering companies in Rhode Island!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Karen at Blackstone was amazing. From the first time I reached out to her, she was able to answer every question and fulfill every request! She was able to coordinate and handle not only our catering but also our cake and rentals. This saved me so much time and hassle! The food was absolutely incredible and had our guests raving, and the service was second-to-none. Not only were my husband and I well cared for, with a personal server all night who ensured we were able to actually eat the food we selected, but the other wait staff was attentive to all our guests’ needs. The night ran so smoothly and exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend them!” – J.K.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that Blackstone Caterers is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average Catering Company

We were excited to learn all about Blackstone Caterers and how they have gotten where they are today, so we sat down with the Director of Sales and Marketing, Karen Tunget.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that makes Blackstone Caterers stand apart from its competitors. Karen told us:

“Blackstone Caterers is a family-owned and -operated business. We strive to exceed every customer’s expectations with our Blackstone-trained employees and locally-sourced ingredients for each event. We are selective about how many events we produce in one night in order to guarantee personalized service, custom menu creation, and event design.”

She went on to tell us about their overall business mission:

“Our business mission is to prepare with honesty, execute with integrity, and deliver beyond expectations. We execute events to our client’s visions and do so while locally sourcing food through Farm Fresh RI.”

Building Success, Online And Off

Blackstone Caterers has earned a fantastic reputation, so we asked Karen how they have managed to grow their business and get their name out. She told us that their secret to a strong online reputation is keeping consistency when posting to their most popular social media platforms.

In addition to building the kind of online reputation that any small business would envy, Blackstone Caterers has spread the word about who they are and what they do by networking and working with other organizations. Karen told us:

“We participate in International Live Events Association Rhode Island Chapter (ILEA) and Rhode Island Wedding Group, which gives us the opportunity to network with our local vendors. We also have marketing material through Newport Life Magazine, Rhode Island Monthly Magazine, and many local papers.”

There are many businesses out there that are looking to build as impressive a reputation as Blackstone Caterers has managed to. We asked if Karen could share any expert advice with these companies. Here’s what she had to say:

“You have to have a strong online reputation to grow your business. You must know your market. Once you have an idea about what customers you would like to have for your business, do your research, and target how to win their business over your competition.”

Congratulations to Blackstone Caterers for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Karen for taking the time to speak with us!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: The Clean Plate Club

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that The Clean Plate Club has won two 2019 awards in Tennessee!

The food can make or break your event. Turn to a catering company you can rely on to get it right by turning to The Clean Plate Club in Nashville.

The Clean Plate Club has received more than 100 reviews on five verified sites with an average rating of 4.90 stars, earning them a stellar Rating Score™ of 99.04 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for ranking among the top 100 businesses and the top five catering companies in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“Monica and her team at the Clean Plate Club delivered such incredible and delicious food for my wedding in May. The tasting was really fun, and everything was exactly as discussed on the day of. The service and buffet set up were executed beautifully. I’m still in awe of the logistics. The timing of everything went off without a hitch, so I didn’t even have to think about it. If you want a sure thing, go with Clean Plate Club! Pro tip: get the biscuits.” – Helen S.

Not Your Average Catering Company

Monica Holmes, the owner of The Clean Plate Club, took a few minutes out of her day to tell us a little more about this one-of-a-kind catering company and the impressive online reputation they’ve managed to build.

To start our conversation, we asked Monica what it is that sets The Clean Plate Club apart from their competition in Tennessee. She told us that all of their events are created for that client specifically; they’re not cookie-cutter. They offer customization and a wide menu variety. Also, the customer deals with one person and one point of contact from start to finish, and all of their Chefs are trained and certified.

Monica went on to tell us that she’s a single mother who started The Clean Plate Club 40 years ago. Today, her son is her partner, her daughter-in-law is the Bookkeeper and her grandson is a full-time member of her catering staff.

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at The Clean Plate Club and how they give back and make the world a better place. Monica shared with us that they are always doing catering events for the community, giving price reductions, making donations and giving leftovers after large events to the mission.

Building Success by Offering Great Service and Asking for Reviews

When we asked Monica about The Clean Plate Club’s secret to such a strong online reputation, she attributed it to their great service and to the fact that their weddings invoices include a link that asks for a review.

Outside of building the kind of online reputation any business owner would envy, The Clean Plate Club has spread the word about who they are and what they do through Wedding Wire and The National Scout Guide, but most of their business comes from word of mouth.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation The Clean Plate Club has. After we asked what advice she has for them, Monica told us that she started by herself and grew her business, and that she wishes she would have started going to more catering organizations and support groups.

Congratulations to the team at The Clean Plate Club for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Monica, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend The Clean Plate Club in Nashville. Visit their website today!

Oklahoma’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Vitter’s Catering

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Vitter’s Catering is a two-time 2019 award winner in Oklahoma!

When you want to work with a catering company that offers a varied menu and great service, you want Vitter’s Catering in Tulsa.

Vitter’s Catering has received more than 100 reviews on five verified sites with an average rating of 4.80 stars, earning them a stupendous Rating Score™ of 98.04 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for being ranked among the top 100 businesses and the top five catering companies in all of Oklahoma!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Vitter’s catered my daughter’s wedding last weekend. The food was delicious! I was very happy to bring the leftovers home. My favorite thing was the BBQ chicken. Yum! The staff did an excellent job keeping the food full, clearing tables and keeping the drinks coming. They even stepped in and did extra for the bride. The food was packed up and ready to go at the end of the night. I definitely recommend Vitter’s!!” – Laurie F.

Not Your Average Catering Company

We wanted to learn more about this two-time award winner and how they managed to build such an impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with Josh, the owner of Vitter’s Catering.

The first thing we wanted to know was what makes Vitter’s Catering a one-of-a-kind catering company in Oklahoma. Josh told us that what sets them above the rest is that they offer no-limitations cuisine and have what it takes to cook anything.

Building Success Through Great Service

Josh attributes Vitter’s Catering’s strong online reputation to their commitment to great service:

“People leave reviews if you give a quality product and a great service.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Vitter’s Catering has gotten their name out there through word of mouth and by being involved in their community and doing fundraisers.

Every business owner wants to build the kind of online reputation Vitter’s Catering has. When we asked Josh what advice he has for those business owners, he emphasized the importance of building relationships. He added:

“Get out, meet people and get involved.”

Congratulations to the team at Vitter’s Catering for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Josh, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Vitter’s Catering in Tulsa. Visit their website today!

Tennessee’s Top Rated Local® Catering Companies Award Winner: Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering is a two-time 2019 award winner in Tennessee!

From beautifully decorated custom cakes to a mouth-watering catering menu, Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering has what it takes to take your event to the next level.

Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering has received almost 200 reviews on five verified sites with an average rating of 4.93 stars, earning them a tremendous Rating Score™ of 99.27 and two 2019 Top Rated Local awards for being ranked among the top 100 businesses and the number one catering company in all of Tennessee!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“They did our kid’s birthday cake and our wedding cake — both were amazing, beautifully decorated, moist and flavorful!! I will definitely use them for future cake orders!!” – Ashley H.

Not Your Average Catering Company

We wanted to learn more about this two-time award winner and how they managed to build such an impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with Jo West, Dishwasher, Chef and owner of Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering.

The first thing we wanted to know was what makes Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering a one-of-a-kind catering company in Tennessee. Here’s what Jo had to say:

“We are a one-stop shop as far as events are concerned. We can do cake, catering, staffing and rentals. From start to finish, we can take care of everything. The only thing we don’t do is alcohol.”

We also asked Jo what their mission is at Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s her response:

“We have several charities that we work with. Our biggest local charity is A Soldier’s Child. we have been with them for about 10 years. We take care of birthday gifts for children of fallen soldiers up until the time they are 18 years old. We are up to about 3,500 children now. In Franklin, Tennessee, we help a school for handicap adults, called Brightstone. We will be doing a ground breaking with them. We have been with them for 20 years. We also work with the Tony Stuart Foundation (the race-car driver); it helps children, animals and race-car drivers, which are three of my favorite things!”

Building Success by Leaving a Good Impression

Jo attributes Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering’s strong online reputation to their commitment to leaving a good impression with each and every customer:

“Our reviews have been very organic. When people leave here, our goal is that they feel like family; we really try to leave a good impression with our customers.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering has gotten their name out there through Facebook, as well as their branded van. In fact, they incorporate their brand into everything they do.

Every business owner wants to build the kind of online reputation Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering has. When we asked Jo what advice she has for those business owners, she said:

“Get on Facebook, and start posting. We watch to see when our posts get the most traction. It is usually Sunday night, so we like to post then.”

Congratulations to the team at Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Jo, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Jo’s Custom Cakes and Catering in Smyrna. Visit their website today!