The Farmhouse Cafe & Catering Co. Vermont

Spring is here

admin — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:15:25 +0000

Spring cleaning always gets me excited for whats ahead….. making room for those beautiful platters and event ware just purchased, finding lost treasures as we clean out a storage closet - and being reminded that what we do makes people happy : )

HAPPY 2012

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:19:22 +0000

We are booking 2012 weddings! Congratulations to all engaged couples wherever you are! Call or e-mail today for a consultation/price quote on our many culinary services and we’ll be your catalyst of JOY.

Holiday Entertaining

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:26:39 +0000

For a ‘seasoned’ host/hostess, the holidays can be a very creative joyous time… conjuring up new menus, creating unique tablescapes and perusing the myriad of catalogs, websites and blogs with excitable anticipation. Ahh, but for the timid cook, the thought of having people over can get ones stress levels up to a fever pitch! My suggestion if you’d like to step into the realm of hosting bliss is to create your party in steps: don’t go crazy following a bunch of recipes you’ve never prepared, use whole foods and lovely things around your abode to decorate and start out small like a cocktail party – with the emphasis on cocktails! If you don’t want a big bar expense, serve one specialty drink with wine & beer or make it a B.Y.O.B.

Bored of salsa & chips and carrot sticks? So am I! Slice thinly some potatoes and yams, brush with olive oil, sprinkle lightly with finely chopped herbs & kosher salt…. place on a baking pan/cookie sheet and bake until crispy brown – yum! How about toasting up some endamame beans brushed with ginger oil and mixing with those yummy dried wasabi peas? Nachos are super easy… tortilla chips with a cheddar / jalapeno Monterey Jack topped with avocado, sautéed cilantro shrimp, shredded chicken or beef. Caviar? Use salmon caviar roe instead of the more expensive Sevruga and Osetra. Make sushi rolls (super easy) topped with Tobiko fish roe for a shot of color and fun in your mouth!

Decorating with food is a naturally appealing visual: pomegranates, tangerines and nuts are beautiful strewn around berry branches, candles and pinecones – which you can spray paint if you wish and complement wood, pottery, glass or silver platters.

TIPS

- Decorate and lay out dishes, napkins and bar items a day or two beforehand – it’ll get you in the party mood and make aware anything that still needs to be done/purchased.

- Prep in stages: listen to music, have some wine and enjoy the process!

- Tidying up after a party is sometimes the reason people don’t entertain! If this is pure drudgery to you, hire or designate someone, seek out extra hands to stay later (a party in itself) or use compostable disposables. It is a drag to deal with it ALL in the morning : (

OR HIRE A CATERER : )

Enjoy And Have A Blessed Holiday and New Year

An Eco-Conscience

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:48:16 +0000

We have always considered the environment since way back…… conscientiously using our plastics and aluminum, reusing containers, recycling and upcycling. We compost & deliver it to our neighborhood farm with all those great wax vegetable cartons and are now presenting water whenever possible in our ‘spa’ beverage decanters. We purchase degradable and compostable products for a slightly higher fee. We’ll wash your china or other and melanine plates are great in many patterns and shapes to use and enjoy over & over again : )

Vermont Fresh

admin — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:09:36 +0000

We’re proud of our great relationships with local farmers and food suppliers and create dishes with seasonal offerings first before rounding out the menu with other US & global ingredients. Farm to table is a tradition of slow food that we appreciate in Vermont and that all can benefit from. We’ve partnered with Vermont Fresh Network to further participate in this important initiative.

Weddings

admin — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:05:54 +0000

A CATALYST OF JOY

Enjoy this special time! Years of visualizing that big day has now come – and it can be daunting…..that’s why we’ll be helpful, professional and at your service in all catering related aspects. We hope to be part of your special day.

Always a happy ending……

We’ll guide you through the delicious process. We discuss your tastes, budget and aesthetic and make your vision real.

You’re In Good Hands

admin — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:04:08 +0000

28 years in the catering business – must mean we love (and are good at) what we do! Our services vary with your needs and budget – but we strive to complement any occasion with vibrant menus and beautiful tablescapes. Collaborating with thousands of clients has fed Lisa’s passion and joy of cooking year after year. She hopes to be your partner in creating memories. Learn more about her mission and story………..

Show Stopping

admin — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:56:25 +0000

Set the stage for a great meal

Flavor Fusing

admin — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:55:40 +0000

Rich, earthy and robust …….. ignites a spark to the palate

Taste Tempting

admin — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:48:55 +0000

From savories to sweets, it’s our keen sense of taste that sets us apart. Just the right layering of flavors – never too salty or sweet . With an understanding of different cuisines and spices, your taste buds will come alive!