Here are some of the most common questions we are asked about our catering services. The answers below should help you define in advance a few of the details about your upcoming event.

What kind of catering do you do?
G’s Gourmet Catering provides full service gourmet catering. We have a full range of catering services. We can serve you at any location, and can bring simple hors d' oeuvres to an elaborate five course meal. Our food is made by hand, with the freshest ingredients to ensure quality. We do not use frozen, pre-prepared or low-quality food. We treat each client with the highest respect . We can provide a range of services from simple drop-off to elegant buffet dinners.

What is your dress code/uniform?
Black & White or all Black

Can you help us find a location, rentals, a florist, musicians, and a photographer?
G’s Gourmet Catering can assist you completely with all aspects of your very special day.

What are your prices for a buffet reception compared to a sit down event?
All of our menus are unique. A buffet is more reasonably priced due to less labor and staff.  Buffets allow your guest to mingle and enjoy your atmosphere. A sit down event is a more formal affair and the price per person is higher because of the increase in labor and staff.

How can I save money?
You control nearly every cost variable from the selection of your linens, the length of your event, the type of beverages served to your menu selections. For example: Solid-color linens are less expensive than textured linens. Some stationary hors d'oeuvres are more economical than passed hors d'oeuvres. Avoid overtime charges by staying within your reserved time. As for rental’s, G’s Gourmet Catering fortunately owns many things that other caterers are forced to rent. We can provide china, water glasses, wine glasses/champagne flutes, stainless flatware and buffet equipment at a more economical price than other caterers.

What is the typical length of Events?
Although we know each event is unique, however, we usually recommend planning for 3 – 4 hours.

Is there a discount for children?
Children require the same amount of linens, utensils, china and staffing as any of your guest. However, in an effort to make it possible for you to have young guests at your event, we offer a 50% discount on the food price for children between the ages of three and ten. There is no charge for children under the age of three.

How many staff will be working? 
Staff size is determined by your event needs and budget. Your detailed catering proposal will show you exactly how many banquet captains, bartenders, wait staff, and chefs you will need.

Can you provide the wines and other beverages? 
We do not sell alcohol beverages in order to comply with the Alabama Liquor Laws. However, if you provide the alcohol beverages we can provide trained bartenders, glassware and setup services.

How long will it take to get a proposal prepared?
Once you call us, we can easily have a quote back to you by the next business day. Remember, this is our business and we provide the best possible service we can.

Do you require a guaranteed number of guests?
Yes. We need a guaranteed minimum guest count five business days prior to your event for those last minute RSVPs. We call this a minimum because once we begin to work with a number we cannot decrease it.

What is your deposit and payment policy?
Once you have decided to use our services for your special occasion, we ask for a 50% non-refundable deposit to hold your desired date and begin the planning phase. The balance of your contract is due five business days prior to your event.

What is your refund or cancellation policy?
The purpose of our 50% non-refundable deposit is to cover our time and labor invested in planning your event and closing the date to other clients. If you cancel your event three weeks prior to your event there will be no other charges. Cancellations after three weeks before your event require the balance of your contract be paid in full.

Is there someone I can talk to if I have questions, even after I've signed a contract?
Absolutely. We understand that each event is unique, and we are committed to planning it the way you want.