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Food For Thought Catering by Gina D’Ambrosio is a full-service caterer in Lancaster. In her 30 years of catering experience, Gina has discovered the value and flavor enhancement provided by using locally-sourced, fresh ingredients from Lancaster County.

Services Offered
Food for Thought Catering is a full-service wedding catering company that also provides event coordination and equipment rental.

Cuisine
Whether you have dietary needs or are looking to serve a regional-specific meal, Food for Thought Catering will create a custom menu to meet your needs. They will take care of the delivery, setup and cleanup services for your wedding meal. Food for Thought Catering provides the following cuisine styles:

  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • British
  • Caribbean
  • Chinese
  • Cajun
  • German
  • Italian
  • Indian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Southern
  • Southwestern
  • Spanish
  • Russian
  • Thai
  • Vietnamese
  • Kosher
  • Gluten free
  • Organic
  • Vegetarian
  • Vegan
  • Lactose
  • Nut free

Other Services
Event coordination services, bartending services, cake cutting and bar set ups can all be supplied by Food for Thought Catering. Various wedding decor and service items available include:

  • Cake cutting
  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Delivery
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Bartender(s)
  • Tastings
  • Linens
  • Barware
  • Flatware
  • China
  • Glassware
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Frequently asked questions

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

African
American
Asian
Caribbean
French
German
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Food For Thought Catering

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Food for Thought Catering (FFTC) is highly recommended by reviewers for weddings due to their delicious food, exceptional service, and attention to detail. From the tasting to the event execution, Gina, Mary, and the team impressed with their professionalism, diverse menu options, and accommodating nature, especially in considering dietary restrictions. The staff's personalized service and ability to enhance the overall wedding experience received glowing feedback, making FFTC a top choice for wedding catering with exceptional reviews highlighting their exceptional quality and service.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Food for Thought Catering (FFTC) is highly recommended by reviewers for weddings due to their delicious food, exceptional service, and attention to detail. From the tasting to the event execution, Gina, Mary, and the team impressed with their professionalism, diverse menu options, and accommodating nature, especially in considering dietary restrictions. The staff's personalized service and ability to enhance the overall wedding experience received glowing feedback, making FFTC a top choice for wedding catering with exceptional reviews highlighting their exceptional quality and service.

Casey
Casey Sent on 07/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection in food and service

We hired Gina as our caterer and I can’t tell you how extremely grateful and happy we are with that decision! From start to finish her and her team were a dream! The food was outstanding, the tasting was amazing. Their professionalism and communication throughout the entire process was second to none I can not recommend them enough! Thank you food for thought and Gina your love for what you do shines through!
Laura
Laura Sent on 10/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

They are amazing!!

Gina and Mary not only care about how amazing the food tastes but also about their relationship with the couple! I highly recommend their catering services - the food is to die for!
Zachary
Zachary Sent on 04/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Move Ever!

If you have a wedding, you need Food for Thought! Lauren and I are SOOO excited! Sampling Food for Thought/Gina's food prior to our wedding day was amazing and makes me hungry thinking of it. Lauren and I's wedding day of 170 guests which encompassed Stone Gables Estate/Star Barn was a dream of laughs and special moments thanks to Food for Thought Catering who expertly catered for us.

All food provided was of the highest quality and diversity. The service staff was super professional, polite, and agile ensuring every guest needs where met. The communication by Gina and Mary with Food for Thought was exceptional!

Lauren and I thoroughly researched caterers for our Wedding 3/25/2023 at Star Barn Stone Gables Estate. All our research always came back to Gina and Food for Thought! When working with them they treat you and your vendors as part of the family. For example, Lauren and I needed to get to the lower level of Star Barn to find Lauren's grandparents and Gina was right on it. Another example was when Lauren was served during cocktail hour the servers made special efforts to make Lauren laugh and smile.

Lauren and I got a ton of compliments during, and after the wedding about how amazing the wedding and food was from our guests. Everyone agrees Lauren and I's wedding had the best cocktail hour ever with those butlered hors d’oeuvres. Picking Food for Thought as your Caterer is a sure win!

+Butlered hors d’oeuvres: Bruschetta was Lauren's favorite and was super yummy. The Creamy spinach-artichoke-Parmesan au gratin in mini phyllo cups was excellent. The Chipotle BBQ all beef mini meatballs were perfect and added great diversity. The mini tartlets of goat cheese and fig were elegant. The smoked and roasted sausage made my Hungarian side of the family really happy. The maki sushi rolls where my personal favorite and I never imagined getting sushi on my wedding day! (sweet potato, salmon and cucumber, ahi tuna, and California rolls)

+Entrées: Basil parmesan encrusted chicken breasts where super moist and the crust was crunchy. The grilled flat iron steak was very juicy!

+Dessert: Fudge brownies was everyone's favorite. The Lemon and Salted caramel pecan bars where perfect. It still amazes me how moist your Vanilla sheet cake with vanilla butter cream icing was!

+Late night snack: Want to thank you so much for warming and serving our Philadelphia Pretzel Company Pretzels

+P.S. We loved snacks and tray of brownies you prepared for us the day after the wedding for our long drive home!

https://www.foodforthoughtcateringpa.com/

Our PERFECT wedding team (vendors): Food for Thought Catering, Klock Entertainment (Nick Fortini) DJ, Paul V Photographer, Star Barn Venue, Moonstone Manor Venue, Miss Lyss Planner, Fx Photobooth, Blossom Bliss Florals, Tangles Hair, Dublin Bridal Dress, Premiere 1 Shuttle.
-The Groom
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Gina is so so talented, The food and presentation are exceptional. Look no further.

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GINA is INCREDIBLE. She takes the utmost care when creating a menu for your special day. I've had the opportunity to enjoy her catered delights on many occasions. From weddings, to back yard gatherings and corporate functions. And i must say I just keep saying to myself..... " when I throw an event I'm calling Food For Thought!"

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We have had the extreme pleasure of sampling their food at a local event, and Food For Thought will satisfy and exceed the expectations of all taste buds! If you are looking for a caterer who will be professional, personable, and go above and beyond, give Gina a call.

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