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TAPAWINGO

Our stylish sophisticated venue sits on breathtaking Saint Clair Lake property in Ellsworth, conveniently located between Traverse City and Petoskey.

Tapawingo, meaning “House of Joy and peace” by Native American Indians. Formerly one of the top restaurants in the country and Nationally acclaimed for 29 years.

Because of the exceptional peaceful natural surroundings, Tapawingo is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after wedding locations in Michigan.

RED HOT BEST #1 PLACE to HAVE a WEDDING

Tapawingo is a boutique style Lakefront Wedding Venue and full-service on-site catering and bar services.

Weddings - Corporate Events - Rehearsal Dinners - Private Celebration

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$38

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$31

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$26

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$34

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
House Liquor
Signature Drink

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
French
Italian
Mediterranean
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of A Matter of Taste

Jaimie
Jaimie Sent on 07/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Would highly recommend Matter of Taste Tapawingo!

If you're looking for a wedding caterer in Northern Michigan look no further. Ginny and her team catered our Hotel Walloon wedding last month and we are so pleased with everything. The service was efficient, the food was warm and delicious and the staff did a phenomenal job overall. We were able to get a tasting prior to making the commitment which I found to be very comforting. I would 100% recommend Matter of Taste at Tapawingo to anyone in the search of the perfect northern Michigan caterer. Thank you Ginny and team!
Leighanne
Leighanne Sent on 06/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!!!!

Hiring A Matter of Taste for our reception was the best part of our wedding. Their team was AMAZING, easy to communicate with, price on point, kind and flexible. Not the mention the food had RAVE reviews for all of our guest. I loved the way they served our meals and made everyone feel well taken care of. Planning a wedding is stressful, so if you are looking for the best here they are!
Thank you for all of your hard work. We cannot thank you enough.
Samantha & Leighanne
Tracy
Tracy Sent on 09/15/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Ginny made our dream wedding possible! That sounds dramatic but it is beyond true. We wanted a backyard wedding at my parent’s lake house on Burt Lake. The first caterer we met with wanted an insane amount of money that would use the majority of our wedding budget and needed us to rent all equipment for her. After choosing a venue in Petoskey my parents could tell I was not happy and told me to try again and find a caterer that would make our dream wedding work. I found Ginny!! Ginny had all equipment and was enthusiastic to make our backyard wedding possible with great food as well! The food was amazing! My Uncle (from New York) has continuously been requesting the salad recipe! Having Ginny, her husband Gregg and her staff at our home to make us dinner felt like having family there! They were flexible when the timing of dinner changed a bit and always were smiling! A great surprise was Shannon; A Matter of Taste’s catering coordinator. I cannot say enough about Shannon’s upbeat, bright personality. She even synched with the guitarist to send the bridal party out for the processional, keeping us all calm and focused. Being a backyard DIY wedding, we needed all the help we could get and Shannon helped make the details fall into place! I guarantee after meeting Ginny and Gregg for a tasting you will have no doubts, absolutely amazing people and food! Xoxo!
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Awards

18

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Mike Davis Trio Mike Davis Trio Wedding Musicians

We have been employed as musicians at weddings that "A Matter of Taste" catered. Exceptionally good food … very good presentation … very professional. I would endorse them as great caterers.

Paul Retherford Photography Paul Retherford Photography Wedding Photographers

If you are looking for great food with great service look no further than A Matter of Taste. I have had the privilege of enjoying their catering at multiple Weddings and I have always cleaned my plate. The best compliment a caterer can get is clean plates and happy people. That is what I see when I am working Weddings with A Matter of Taste!

MerryMakers MerryMakers Wedding Planners

Ginny and Greg from A Matter of Taste have created a beautiful venue and catering services. Always striving for perfection along with hospitality they are always high on our list of the best of the best!

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