I've attended 2 functions that were catered by Tulips and Maple so I am strictly commenting on the…read morefood and the service I received as a guest. The events were a birthday party at their old location (on Merivale near Slack) and a work-related luncheon at their new location in the Nepean Sportsplex. The food was good at both events, but very different, which shows the range that Tulips and Maple can accommodate. At the birthday party, the food was mostly appetizers and hors d'oeuvres. They were beautifully presented and the food was very creative/innovative. At the work function, the food was buffet style and more benign in flavour. Obviously I am not faulting the company for this as firstly it was the organizers who selected the menu and secondly when feeding a large group of people with varying tastes, levels of "adventurous-ness," dietary restrictions, etc. it's safer to be less creative and more mainstream. I was very impressed how their regular buffet was able to accommodate most dietary restrictions in the group (celiac, various allergies and intolerances, etc.) and they were able to provide separate meals for the remaining restrictions (vegan, vegetarian, no red meat, and Halal) - I believe a vegan meal covered the rest of the restrictions. Service was very professional and courteous. Apparently, the have cafes in the Ingenium Museums, called Maple Cafe, and they also have a branch in Kingston, ON. I think it's nice to have a resident caterer at the Nepean Sportsplex, so if you have an event there, they are already on site. Looking at their website, prices range from reasonable to a bit on the pricey side, so I think they can accommodate a variety of budgets, tastes, etc. I neither live the kind of life nor work the kind of job where I am regularly requiring the services of a caterer, but I would definitely consider Tulips and Maple should I ever be in need of a caterer. And the great thing about them being at the Nepean Sportsplex is that there's lots of free parking ;)

Quality of serving staff - training and professionalism. Planning was poor - no proactivity on the…read morepart of the team captain for the event. Disorganized, did not know the menu of canapés, and just seemed totally disinterested in their tasks!

Fantastic food. Well coordinated party at my home. Nice experience. My favs were the tuna tartare…read moreon rice cakes, and the mushroom arancini balls. Well cooked.

We had a small 50-person wedding where we wanted the emphasis to be on fantastic food.... and we…read morecould not have chosen better than Jason and his team. Service was exceptionally attentive, presentation very attractive and the food amazing.   Even a few weeks after the wedding, people were still raving about the food and how delicious it was.  Some are asking for the recipes and the amazing choice of interesting ingredients that satisfied the taste buds of our friends (including vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians and the plain picky eaters). The Sumac salmon was especially a hit.  Interactions with Jason and Tanya were pleasant, timely and professional. We may just decide to get married all over again, to have Jason cater the next one!   We could not be more pleased or recommend them more highly

What an experience from start to finish!  Aram and I had the pleasure of booking culinary…read moreconspiracy for our wedding day.  Moishe and Derek met with us for the first time to craft a customized menu with delectable tastings including plenty of options for dietary restrictions (vegan, vegetarian, gluten free).  We had my wife's parents join us for the first visit only to have Moishe and Derek act extremely professional yet making us laugh over some of the variances in opinion across the table.   Culinary Conspiracy had the unfortunate first encounter and partnership with a rental/labour vendor that introduced us.  This vendor did no show up on the day leaving both CC and us short staffed and in the dark as far as next steps.  Moishe and Derek being the reputable and honourable men that they are delivered above and beyond expectations.  They pulled through with extra rentals that the other vendor failed to deliver.  The meal they provided for our 100+ guest was plated beautifully, hot and seasoned exquisitely.  They were faced with many challenges including space between tables for servers to navigate, a venue without a kitchen and a vendor partner that did not show up all of which they overcame.   Derek is an absolute work horse.  This man and his team pulled through helping move tables, setup stations and coordinate the bar.  Throughout the day he constantly checked on the wedding party insuring we had food and drinks and were not left out because we were across the field taking pictures.   We had CC also provide a late night snack of poutine and smoked meat.  Wow was this a hit, from the moment we had these stations open up we had guests coming to us saying how deliciously crispy the fries were and how tender and flavourful the smoked meat was.  Whenever I passed the station I would see repeat guests in the line which made it obvious these folks were doing something right.  Moishe put together these fluffy, velvety, chocolate peanut butter cupcakes that our guests were talking about for weeks after the wedding.   We cannot express our gratitude enough in this review to Moishe, Derek and their team.  You all pulled through for us on our very memorable day not just with the amazing food but with your hard work, professionalism, attention to detail and heart.   Simon & Aram Vogelsang

Good food, but their catering business features hidden fees…read more I was planning on having culinary conspiracy cater my wedding. When we met with the chef initially, we were impressed. He seemed genuinely excited to create a custom menu that would cater to our needs. They sent us an estimate for the cost. One of the things we asked for was that we be able to provide our own alcohol, and they said that this was fine, we would just have to pay for the bartender's wages. The bartender's wages were included in the quote, and there was no alcohol included, so we were sure that they understood what we wanted. So we signed up for a tasting, which we had to pay for, since we hadn't signed a contract yet. This was fine. We got to the tasting, and the food was delicious. After requesting a few minor changes to our quote, we were ready to sign a contract. So they sent us a contract, and all of a sudden, they told us that if we wanted to bring our own alcohol, we would have to pay a corkage fee: $10 per bottle of wine, $15 per bottle of spirit, and $12.50 per case of beer, pop, water (!), or juice. This would completely negate the savings that we would get from bringing our own alcohol. There was no need for this, as we were already paying for the bartender and the rentals, and they kept this fee hidden from us until we were about to sign. So we asked them to waive the corkage fees, or, if they couldn't do that, to remove the bartender from the quote, as we could always find our own bartender. All of a sudden they weren't interested in working for us anymore. Fortunately, they returned the money we had paid for the tasting, so at least they only wasted our time, and not our money! Don't trust that their quotes are accurate, they will try to add more fees.

The good was DEEE-licious! The service was excellent…read more I'm sure we all left 20 pounds heavier. Prime rib, fettuccine Alfredo, pecan crusted chicken and Caesar Salad was amazing. Just make sure you save room for Tiramisu and cheesecake that is to die for!!!

I was in the area for an appointment today and stopped by to grab some lunch. Overall the food was…read moregood, but expect to wait in a small space during peak hours, and it's hard to find parking nearby. This place is in an industrial park and there are only a few parking spots reserved for their customers and when I went around noon they were all full. Nearby parking is reserved for other businesses, so I had to park along the street, but even a spot there is hard to find. I circled around a few times until I saw someone pull out then I had to parallel park real fast, lol. They are caterers, but they open for breakfast and lunch takeout. They do have 4 tables of 2, so can technically seat 8, but the place gets really crowded with people ordering takeout, so unless you don't mind people milling about like 4 inches away from you, you may want to take it to go as well. Even though it was super busy, staff were well organized and very pleasant. The wait was a little bit long, but I got something made to order. They have a "grab and go" section with premade sandwiches, salads and snacks, so if you're in a rush you can get those. I got the Jerk Chicken Wrap Combo ($10.95), which came with fries and coleslaw. The wrap had jerk chicken, lettuce, tomatoes and cheese in it. It usually has mayonnaise, but I asked them to hold the mayo. The jerk sauce had a spicy kick to it. The chicken was lean pieces of breast meat, which I liked. I thought the wrap would be served hot, but it was cold. It was a good size and on its own I think would make a satisfying lunch. However, I'm glad I got the combo because the fries were great. They were like chip wagon fries. Very hot and well done. The coleslaw was vinegar based and a bit sour for my tastes, but I was happy that it wasn't mayo based. You get a good serving of fries and coleslaw in the combo. I liked that no styrofoam was used. The wrap was wrapped in paper and the fries came in a cardboard container. The coleslaw came in a plastic container. Overall, a great place to grab lunch if you're in the area. I'm a big eater and the combo was actually too much food for me; I had leftovers (not complaining). Just parking is a pain.

I am working on an event that requires catering. After asking around for recommendations, and…read moregetting quotes, settled on Grenfell. Went out to see the facility and talk thru the menu and other points. They are tucked away in an industrial park. It's an industrial kitchen and the décor is what you would expect. Met with Christine who is absolutely wonderful! She helped us identify a few details we might have missed and made some great suggestions on the food - all while keeping in mind we have a budget to stay within. Since they also serve breakfast and lunch Monday to Friday - mostly for the workers from other businesses around them, we ordered lunch while we were there. I had a grilled pulled pork and carmelized onion which was great! It was however over-shadowed by the daily special, a Brie Burger, which went beyond great to amazing! Also tried the poutine - which had a thinner than usual gravy so I had to mix it a bit - but very flavourful. Last but not least, we took Nanimo Bars to go and had them later in the day with coffee at home. Perfect. Straight Nanimo Bars with traditioinal ingredients just like mom used to make. So happy the folks at Grenfell know when *not* to mess with perfection. :-) So: For Catering: Would I recommend: At this point yes, but proof is in the pudding and I'll know more in September. Would I return: Same answer. For Lunch: Would I recommend: Yes Would I return: Yes - wish they were open on weekends though!

I have attended more then one occassion in which Owen's Offering has catered the event and I have…read morebeen super impressed each and everytime.

From the owner: We offering catering of all sizes. We want you to enjoy your party. Our motto "Don't Feel the…read morestress let us worry about the Mess" We do our best to make what you are wishing.

Melinda is an exceptional chef. She takes great pride in making it an eating experience from…read morepresentation to the absolutly delicious food, she prepares

Yum!! A very welcoming take out, with wonderful food. We had the lamb balti and the butter…read morechicken. Oh man, that chicken!! This is the real deal. If you like Indian food you won't be disappointed.

Excellent service when the fam and I popped in before closing. They did not have many cake…read moreslices/baked goods/prepared items left before closing, but we ended up grabbing a couple salted caramel cheesecake bites, a chocolate chip cookie and a london fog. Service was excellent and friendly. Patio seating was quaint and relaxing. Cheesecakes were delish.

I like the set up of Thyme & Again. Perfect cafe if you want to enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and munch…read moreon something sweet and light with your friends. The baked good prepared in house is so good. I really enjoyed my muffin as a quick breakfast. Unfortunately if you want a grilled sandwich or anything that need more preparation, it might not be a good idea if you are in a rush. Our Local Artisan Grilled Cheese ($9) Three Cheese (Black River Cheddar, Jack & Havarti) with Bacon took more than 20 minute to be ready and the cafe was not even too busy. The sandwich though was good, but on the pricey side. If you want some peace and quiet, there is a separate seating area upstairs.

We used the services of Le Râtelier for a country-style wedding in early July, and their service…read morewas impeccable. The quality of the buffet was excellent, hot, and served with care... nothing but positive comments from our guests! The on-site team (Stephanie, Felix, and Catherine) was excellent... great service, patient, in a good mood, and very pleasant with all the guests. I highly recommend!

Joel and his team were seriously a dream to work with. Like many, I contacted him in a panic after…read moremy wedding venue fell through because of COVID. Joel was immediately so kind and helpful. He was by far the easiest vendor to work with for our wedding. On the day of, the food was AMAZING. Our guests have been talking about it since. Everyone also appreciated Joel and his team's awesome attitudes. They made everyone feel taken care of. I would HIGHLY recommend having Le Ratelier as the caterer for your wedding. I cannot express how happy we are. Thanks SO much, Joel!!!

Ok this place... THIS PLACE!!! I am blown away it says cupcakes but it's so much more!!!!!…read more I had a breakfast sandwich a kind fog cupcake, and everything was impeccable! I can't even put it into words. All the breads are made fresh in house, and the London fog even had lavender in it. Nothing beats a good cafe with quality food. I wouldn't even bother going to any other place in the area. If you're here, do yourself a favour and stop in!!

I don't have tooooo much to say about Anabia other than that they sell some delicious cupcakes, the…read moreservice is good and it's a pretty clean place with a nice vibe. The cupcakes are about $4.15 each after tax which I found to be an okay price. I'm not a cupcake connoisseur so I really don't know how much they should be relative to the world of cupcakes!