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The best of the City 2005

Best Catering Business - 2nd
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Opening of the research floor of the new library at Malaspina.Alex,
And...thank you soooo much for your participation in this event. You truely added a beautiful touch to our week. Thanks again for everything and yes...the cakes, and much of the food did not go to waste!!

Cheers,
Tonja

I wanted to tell you how impressed I was with the "Delicatesses" in my Picnic Basket. We enjoyed every single bite of cheese, pates, olives, salmon, prosciutto, mushrooms, roasted veggies and the delicious breads you had prepared for us. It was to die for!
I also want to thank you for the opportunity to sample your products and experience the quality of your services. I wish you continued success and recommend your healthy treats to anybody on the Island.

Sincerely,
Emmanuel Lint

Recently I was in Nanaimo for the provincials in swimming and your Company kindly sponsored the event with 24 k energy bar. This was one of the best bars I ever had after 3 hours of windsurfing.

Now could you tell me where I can find in Vancouver or will you have it in stores in the Lower Mainland?
Thank you,
Friedrich

As the New Years festivities at Cyber City have died down, I felt it an opportune time to say a huge THANK YOU for the prepared Christmas Family Meal you made for me.
Totally scrumptious and my family TOTALLY enjoyed the "repast".
As for me........it lessened my stress levels considerably and I was able to be more relaxed after the meal to join in the fun. The meal was ready and on the table in 20 minutes!
Many thanks. I will be a repeat customer next year and will pass on the good word!

Sue Stewart

I wanted to drop you a note of thanks for the wonderful job that you and your chefs did at our Faculty Christmas Gathering on December 15. The fellow you sent to take care of us did an incredible job, was right on the ball and made sure everybody had what they needed. So, two big thumbs up to you and your crew for a tremendous job.
Debra Jenkins
Clerk, Vice President, Student Services
Secretary, Human Rights Advisor
Malaspina University-College

The food was perfect and the service was seamless and so professional. Your team was so amazing they even handwashed the cake plates so at dinner we didn't have to have dessert on Royal Chinette. Alex helped us choose the perfect location for our wedding and then made us a wonderful vegetarian meal that even the meat eaters raved about!!! We highly recommend her and her professional team. Sara Holt & Ian Patton
Wedding, 2004

I had nothing but great compliments on the catering, you really made our Grand Re-Opening reception a night to remember! The food was great, the ice carving was awesome, the presentation was amazing, and the servers were professional.

Donna Vidal
Country Club Centre
Grand Re-Opening 2004

It is our pleasure to write a testimonial regarding you and your company. Since we first hired your services in 1998, you have not waned in the quality of your service.
Your varied menu is always exciting and the finished product, the food you serve, is always sumptuous and delectable. It doesn’t hurt that you are a nice person to deal with as well.
Coming back to you for catering services year after year, we believe, speaks for the excellent service you provide for our company. We would never have come back if the food and service were not to our standards. Every year, our staff looks forward to our parties because of your food. We have never been disappointed. It is with confidence, we recommend you to our friends and anybody who wish to hire a caterer.
We wish you well with your endeavor.
Sincerely,
Carmela and Mike Taylor,
Carmichael Enterprises

The Nanoose Bay Lions Club would like to thank Alex and 24 Carrot Catering for a superb dinner on their 25th Anniversary with 165 in attendance. Our very special guest was HER HONOUR LT. GOVERNOR OF B.C. IONA CAMPAGNOLO. We would have no hesitation in recommending 24 Carrot Catering to anyone looking for a very professional caterer, the food and service was excellent.

Jim Penman,
Anniversary Chairman

We used 24 Carrot Catering for a special retirement party for approx. 50 guests and were very pleased with their quality, quantity and service. Alex thought of many details and helped us plan a celebration that was second to none.The 'appy's were all unique, tasty and the presentation perfect. Her staff were dressed professionally and the day went forward without incident. I would not hesitate to recommend Alex and her staff for any event.

Karen Hopwood,
Surgical Program Team Leader at NRGH

Thank you for the fabulous job you did. It's not everyone who can pull off a catering job for 600 people given the time frames we had to work with. You met the challenge and we are grateful. With your service our luncheon for Gordon Campbell was a tremendous success. I have had positive feedback regarding the food and your ability to get all the meals on the tables in the twenty-minute time frame.
Thanks Alex, we will not hesitate to use your company again and will be happy to provide a reference to any future customers who want to know if you can get the job done. Yes, you can.

Kim Burden,
Campaign manager, BC Liberal Re-Elect Judith Reid Company

Leave it to 24 Carrot Catering and your event will be an automatic success. Delicious food,no hassle planning and a flexible menu that will satisfy even the fussiest guests. Alex and her team have provided quality, professional service to our annual banquet two years in a row.The food was exceptional,plentiful and well presented. The clean-up was handled quietly and quickly.
I look forward to our next event with 24 Carrot in the kitchen.

Jodie Justice,
Nanaimo Kennel Club

24 Carrot Catering provided a superb luncheon for 400 people April 26, 2001 at Beban Park. The Hawaiian theme menu provided many varied choices, pleasing to the most discernible palate, the meal was excellent! There were numerous complements from participants about the food, the menu and the service. I would recommend Alex and her competent team for any occasion and will certainly consider using her services for future events.

Mary Scott,
Program Director, Volunteer Nanaimo
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I would like to thank Alex and her capable crew for the delicious cuisine at our Branch Opening. Everything from the service to the appetizers was top notch. As you can imagine there where many responsibilities to tend to that night, and Alex made my job easier with her efficiency. I was able to tend to my guests and enjoy the evening with the added benefit of being praised for such wonderful food. A job well done Alex!

Brenda Lee Walser,
Business Development Bank of Canada

24 Carrot Catering has been doing the catering for the Science and Technology Department of Malaspina University-College exclusively for the past year. We have chosen to go with 24 Carrot Catering for several reasons. First and foremost the food is of an excellent quality. It is always fresh and there is plenty of variety. Alex uses different grains for her bread sandwiches and also includes various mini wraps. Her scones include fresh fruit and, usually, plain and white chocolate chips which are always popular. The prices have been very competitive and the service prompt and courteous. I have no hesitation in recommending the services of 24 Carrot Catering.

Yvonne de Quincey,
Malaspina University College

Our Faculty depends on 24 Carrot for all our catering needs. We get good service and the food is always excellent! We particularly enjoy Alexandra's unusual menus, which are very imaginative and refreshing. We recommend 24 Carrot Catering to anyone who wants something different and delicious!

Christine Couture,
Malaspina University College

24 Carrot Catering has provided ongoing catering services to several BC Hydro departments in Nanaimo office since September 2000. We find her services reliable, punctual and there are always many compliments about the freshness, variety and tastiness of the foods. We will continue to utilize her services as and when required.

BC Hydro

I recently had the pleasure of working with Alex and 24 Carrot Catering for an informal event for our organization. The food was great and during the evening I overheard several comments from guests on how delicious it was. The presentation and professionalism that Alex and 24 Carrot Catering provided was very much appreciated and I will not hesitate to call on Alex again I the future.

Tonya Palmer,
Administrative Assistant, Coastal Community Credit Union
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On behalf of the Directors and members of the MacMillan Bloedel Weyerhaeuser Retired Salaried Employees Club I thank you for the excellent luncheon your firm provided for our members at the recent Annual Meeting held at Nanoose Place. We received many compliments on its quality and timely service. The lunch was a great value.

George E. Plant,
President

I would like to pass along our appreciation for an excellent dinner for our board meeting. There was nothing but praise for the wonderful vegetarian fare and even those who were not vegetarian thoroughly enjoyed their meal. We look forward to enjoying your services in the future.

Robin McQueen,
Executive Director, Nanaimo Family Life Association

Thanks Alex for taking care of lunch at the office for our "crew" last week while I was in Victoria. When I got back in yesterday I had messages from all the participants raving about the "goodies" and your terrific service.
Looking forward to sending more business you way soon in anyway that I can - through business or various organizations I belong too.Thanks again!

Paula Colton,
Pacific Business Equipment

I just wanted to express my pleasure in having had '24 Carrot Catering' provide our dinner at our recent Christmas Party.
The meal itself went beyond the typical Christmas buffet to a fine dining experience. Our group was very impressed and I was given many compliments on the 'great' dinner. As you are aware, firefighters have large appetites and there was plenty of food to satiate all. Alex was very understanding and co-operative will our last minute details and number changes. I would definitely recommend 24 Carrot Catering to any organisation wanting a fantastic meal at a reasonable price.

Sincerely,
Karen Fry. Local 905
Nanaimo Professional Firefighters
December 2002

I have booked 24 Carrot Catering for a variety of groups and activities...on every occasion I have been impressed by the professionalism, enthusiasm and energy that Alex and her staff bring to their craft! The menus are always unusual and delicious! The service is outstanding! It is always a delight!

Sherry Elwood,
SD #68, John Barsby School

24 Carrot Catering provided dinner catering at our last training meeting and I would heartily recommend their catering service. The meal was spectacular, plentiful and nutricious. Participants were eager to return for the next session just for the food! Thanks Alex!

Lynn Hedekar,
SD #68
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Food was great! Comments were that the broccolli was done just right! I myself got to taste nothing except the cheesecake but I know that there was enough to eat. Well organized. Thanks so much.

Cheryl Chapman,
City of Nanaimo

Alex Teare of 24 Carrot Catering is a pleasure to work with and the unique culinary creations she prepares are nothing short of incredible. I have been to other community events where Alex and 24 Carrot Catering has provided the food and I hve been thoroughly impressed every time. Nothing Alex creates is run-of-the-mill and everything is made with creativity and love. The end result is delicious!

Kait Burgan,
Publicity & Development, TheatreOne

I am writing to 24 Carrot Catering on behalf of myself, and my partners to say a heartfelt Thank You for providing such an extraordinary meal for our December 2nd staff Christmas party! I had high expectations, but you truly exceeded those expectations in every aspect! Many of the staff and attendees indicated that they had never had such a wonderful meal at a party, not to mention at a fine restaurant! We will be honoured to have you cater our parties every year from now on.

Benjamin Brown,
Hartmann & Brown

Just wanted to let you know how impressed I have been with the catering jobs you have done for our two Open Houses. I have been really impressed with your menu and that is what drew me to your company in the first place. You offer such a variety, and items which no other catering firm offers in the area. I look forward to doing further business with you in the future.

Denise Smith,
Branch Administrator, RBC Dominion

24 Carrot Catering came to our attention at a social function we attended two years ago. We were impressed with the quality of food and service that was provided. Since that time we have engaged their company to arrange two private functions of our own and have been extremely satisfied with the results. We have been very satisfied with your service, both private and with the 2002 Summer Games last year.

Eileen & Glenn Hall

If you want food that is always delicious, beautifully prepared and presented,and more than just your standard fare, you have found your caterer in 24 Carrot Catering. We have had the pleasure of using 24 Carrot Catering for the past two years to cater our annul Christmas party, as well as a summer BBQ at the beach. Alex is always professional, courteous, friendly, flexible and dependable. Her food is never ordinary and always scrumptious!

Jana Germansen,
Social Event Coordinator, Purtzki Carle-Theisson
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24 Carrot Catering really shone when they catered our BNI summer barbeque. Not only was the food superb, Alex also demonstrated how organized and efficient she is when catering a function. She is not only a great caterer, she is a professional.

Carol Anne Smith President,
Bastion City Chapter, BNI

I have engaged 24 Carrot Catering to prepare and serve our staff Christmas Party for the past three years. She has prepared for one hundred and fifty guests the most attractive and delicious meals starting from the appetizers, homemade breads, full course meal to homemade pies. Alex is an exceptional organizer and prepares eye appealing displays of her food creations.

Lois Ohlhausen President,
Sears Social Club

Home Depot recognizes 24 Carrot Catering for providing outstanding catering service. Alex and her staff have made very function an absolute delight. Her food is delicious and creative and appealed to such a divers groupd fo people that we were very impressed. We would recommend 24 Carrot Catering for any function. The level of professionalism displayed by Alex and her staff go a very long way to make each occasion very special.

Annette Marrit,
Chair of Social Committee, Home Depot Canada
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We would like to compliment you on the fabulous job you did catering our BBQ and Garden party. The extensive menu was outstanding and our guests raved about the unique and flavourful food - the mixed grill was a brilliant suggestion and such a welcome change from the usual BBQ offerings! Your staff were professional, great at crowd control and very quick to see where they were needed. Also thank you so much for leaving the kitchen so immaculate. We look forward to having you cater more parties for us - it was truly the only way to go!

Jim and BettyAnne English

Thank you so much for the awesome job you did planning and catering our wedding on December 27th, 2003. Your menu suggestions were right on the mark and your insistence that we have both a bartender and servers was definitely astute. The food was so fantastic that people are still raving about it!

Chad and LeAnn

In the past 5 years, I have had the wonderful pleasure of hiring Alex and her company, 24 Carrot Catering, to work their magic at various Christmas parties and summer barbeques.
Clearly when it came to organizing the most important function of my life - my wedding - I didn't have to think twice. I knew Alex was the one. How did I know, you ask? Simply put, I have very high expectations and Alex has NEVER disappointed me. The last thing I wanted to worry about on my wedding day was the food (and I didn't!) My only disappointment was that I couldn't eat more that day (too much excitement) - the food was scrumptious (not your typical roast beef and taters, we opted for an italian theme with italian fried chicken, risotto, pasta, stuffed peppers, gourmet pizza appies and much, much more). Makes my mouth water just to think about it!
If you want superb food with a fresh twist and a worry-free engagement, 24 Carrot Catering is unquestionably the one to call.
Jana Orton
Adoring Fan and Satisfied Client

p.s. our wedding day was truly the best day of my life!

We chose 24 Carrot Catering because the name sounded fresh and indeed the food we had at our wedding was just that; fresh, focused on local ingredients and above all, delicious. It was a perfect match to our outdoor west coast wedding. I would highly recommend 24 Carrot to anyone who is looking for a modern and innovative caterer who seeks to please the customer with excellent food.

Lindsay Clague
Wedding, 2002

My husband and I got married on July 13, 2002. We decided on a Medieval style wedding, right down to the food we ate! We had interviewed a few caterers, but no one seemed to share the vision that we had. When we met with Alex her ideas were pouring out of her like a true artist. No matter how eccentric or off-the-wall we wanted to go, she had a way, or knew a person, that could make it happen. Eventually, and stress-free, we arranged a menu that could suit everybody's taste. And her food truly is the art and decor. There was no need for any extra decorations or props- one less thing to worry about! All in all, once the decision was made on the menu, Alex and her crew took over and we had nothing to worry about. Thanks again Alex for the tastes on our tongues, appeal to our eyes, and fullness in our tummies!

Yours truly,

Jennifer and Fraser Merilees
July 2002

"We were utterly delighted with the barbecue which 24 Carrot did for our wedding in Nanaimo in August. It perfectly suited the atmosphere we were aiming for and our guests from around the world were thrilled. Not only was the food delicious, but exquisitely presented. Alex truly has a flair for artistic presentation and innovative use of unusual ingredients. As the bride and the only vegetarian in the party, I wanted interesting dishes which I could eat, but which would also appeal to everyone else - Alex certainly satisfied this! The menu choice available could not fail to appeal to all tastes.
As we did not want a traditional wedding cake, Alex's suggestion of the lemon and blueberry cake worked extremely well and had everyone coming back for more!
24 Carrot Catering contributed to a beautiful, memorable day for the whole wedding party and we have no hesitation in recommending them."

Thanks again!
Fiona and Brian Ballard
August 2002
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Alex and her staff prepared a wonderful array of foods for our daughter's wedding. She was flexible, accommodating and professional and the food she prepared was beautifully presented and titillated our tastebuds. 24 Carrot Catering comes with our highest recommendation.

Sincerely,

Larry and Roberta Miller
2002

Because this card is late in being written, I hope you won’t think it is less sincere. I really want you to know that you and your helper exceeded my expectations when you produced a wonderful meal for us way back in December. I’ve certainly been spreading praises for your excellent cuisine and professional service. Best wishes for future success in 2003.Sincerely,

Ruth Allen
Lantzville, BC

I do want to commend you for the catering you provided for our son's wedding. It certainly was beautifully presented, efficiently prepared and there was ample food for everyone. I couldn't get over how you could come into our home, prepare food for over 120 people and leave the kitchen and serving area so spotless! It was great!

Joyce Daman
Sept. 2001 Wedding

I would like to express my appreciation to you and your crew at 24 Carrot Catering for the exceptional style and skill you brought to catering my daughter's wedding reception in July. The buffet lived up to my expectations. The food was excellent. Fresh, delicious, prepared with a certain creative flare that indicated to me you are excited about what you do. Many guests complimented the food that right and after the event.
I valued not only the wonderful dinner you served but the peace of mind leading up to the event knowing you were in charge of this aspect of the evening. I have been recommending you to all that ask,Mary McDonough,
Summer 2001 Wedding

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