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FAQ
How can Three Tomatoes Catering help me with my event?
In addition to assisting with your food planning, presentation and staffing needs, we will be glad to order your rentals, flowers, liquor, etc., if you do not already have a planner or would like additional assistance. Our specialty is customization of events and menus to meet each client’s unique vision.
What types of services do you provide?
Three Tomatoes Catering is a full- service caterer. We handle your entire event from setup to cleanup. We offer our clients a team of highly trained professionals, including a field chef, event manager, wait/service staff and bartenders to oversee every aspect of your event so you will have the freedom to enjoy yourself and your guests. In addition, we provide delivery, setup and client pickup options to meet your needs. Please ask one of our Three Tomatoes Catering professionals for details.
What type of uniform do your employees wear at events?
Our professional service staff is customarily uniformed in black pants, long-sleeved black dress shirt, black long tie and long black aprons. Other arrangements may be made on request, e.g., khaki and pastels, Hawaiian shirts, tuxedos, or specialty uniforms may be ordered for a fee.
What does your bar package include?
All bar needs can be provided with our packages including basic glassware, mixers, soft drinks, mineral water, ice, cocktail napkins, bar fruit and garnishes, plus sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, and bitters for cocktails. We can accommodate specialty drinks, such as margaritas, if arrangements are made in advance with your event planner.
What is your alcohol policy?
We are happy to assist you in ordering and arranging for the delivery of your liquor; however, because caterers are by Colorado law prohibited from selling alcohol, the vendor will invoice it to you directly. Please consult with a Three Tomatoes Catering professional for more information. (Liquor cannot be stored at Three Tomatoes Catering.)
Is there a corkage fee?
We do not charge a “Corkage” fee. Our service staff will be happy to uncork and serve beverages to your guests.
Can you arrange for the rental of dishware, flatware, glassware, linens, tents, etc.?
Three Tomatoes Catering professionals work closely with the top rental companies in Colorado to provide each client with a wide variety of rental options. The relationships we have established with these vendors allow us to cover any of our clients’ rental needs, ranging from classic designs to cutting edge styles that can add distinction to any event. We will gladly place your rental orders and arrange for delivery, set-up, and pick-up services. The equipment rentals and related services are generally billed directly to the client by the vendors without additional markup.
Do you have Wedding Cakes?
Our award-winning pastry chef custom-designs and creates each cake here at our kitchen, meeting with you, in person, to ensure the perfect cake is delivered on your wedding day. Please see our Celebration Cakes page for pictures and ideas.
Is there a cake cutting charge?
We do not charge a “Cake Cutting Fee.” Our service staff will be happy to cut and plate your wedding cake, without additional charge, whether your cake is purchased from us or if it comes from another bakery.
What are you best known for?
Three Tomatoes Catering is best known for a number of things; chiefly, our exquisite food and impeccable service and our reputation for listening to our clients. We pride ourselves on understanding what is important and our ability to create that vision.
Can you create my personal “Family Recipes?”
Absolutely! We pride ourselves in our flexibility to meet our client’s needs in every aspect of their events. We try our best to duplicate your treasured memories.
Are you able to prepare and serve Kosher events?
We have over 35 years experience in preparing, presenting and serving every type of Kosher food, and meeting the exacting standards for Kosher events.
Can Three Tomatoes Catering help me with specialty and ethnic foods?
Definitely! We enjoy working closely with our clients to find just the right foods, recipes and ingredients necessary to enhance their events and create the perfect atmosphere they envision. Just let us know how we can best serve you, either by giving us the specific menus you desire or asking us to research ideas. In any case, we are here to make certain your event is everything you dreamed it could be.
Can you adapt your menus to suit food restrictions?
Three Tomatoes Catering can accommodate any special dietary concerns. Our “from-scratch” customized menus, combined with our knowledgeable culinary team, enable us to prepare any dish with the special attention required for those guests with restricted diets.
Do you have a restaurant?
Since we are primarily an “off-premises” caterer, we bring the restaurant to you; however, we do have a restaurant, Three Tomatoes Steakhouse and Club at Fossil Trace, in Golden, Colorado. Please visit our Fossil Trace Website for more information.
What are your specialties?
Our most important specialty is pleasing people! We specialize in affording our customers the best quality food and service. We pride ourselves in our ability to customize our menus and provide service to meet our clients’ every need. Click here to read our clients’ Rave Reviews.
What is an “Off-Site” or “Off-Premises” caterer?
An off-premises caterer specializes in providing food and service to its clients in varying locations, whether a large event facility, private home, backyard, or office. Off-premises caterers are specially equipped to handle the challenges and flexibility needed to successfully manage events in a wide range of locations.
Where do you cater?
We can cater anywhere a caterer is allowed, from private homes, community parks and corporate offices to event facilities large and small. Click here for a list of Preferred Venues.
When is the latest I can place an order?
The latest time we will accept a new order request is 48 hours before the event is set to occur. Contact us to place an order.
Do you deliver?
Yes, we offer delivery services between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., as well as set-up and pick-up services. Click here to review our Tomatoes To Go Menus.
Can I pick up my order?
Yes, you can pick up your orders directly from our facility. We strive to offer you flexible options to best meet your event and/or budget needs. Click here to review our Tomatoes To Go Menus.
Do you have a service charge?
We have a 20% administration charge for service parties. This is a standard catering industry charge, covering “behind the scenes” overhead costs such as support staff, equipment, insurance, etc.
Do you have a minimum order for deliveries?
There is a $250 minimum (food and beverage costs) for all delivery orders. There is no minimum cost for client pick-up orders.
When do I have to have the final guest count for my event?
We must receive your final count no later than 72 hours before the event.
What makes Three Tomatoes Catering different?
We are proud to have earned a reputation as Denver’s finest caterer—and Colorado’s best caterer! At Three Tomatoes Catering, we handcraft your experience, meaning from your first call through all the details to choosing menus and the venue to the very last detail, we focus on your unique needs and wishes. We work as though we are hosting our own friends and thus accept nothing less than excellence. We love what we do, and we are easy to work with. Call us—then relax and get ready to enjoy your celebration!