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Frugal Gourmet Catering Company is a wedding and special occasion catering service in Banner Elk, North Carolina. This business strives to deliver a mouthwatering, custom menu that guests will be raving about for years to come. The talented culinary team work diligently to create a tailored menu to suit each couples unique requests, requirements, and budgets.

Services Offered

Frugal Gourmet Catering Company offer a selection of dining styles to choose from. Services include:

  • Hor D’oeuvres
  • Buffet
  • Stations
  • Dessert tables
  • Custom Menus
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

$42

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$50

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

$40

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

Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
China
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

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

Bartender(s)

What event services do you provide?

Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Italian
Mexican

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Champagne Toast

Which of the following items can you provide?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Frugal Gourmet Catering Company

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Piper Sent on 10/29/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Aleta was an angel. I picked her menu because it was so creative and not like all the other bland boring menus you find with other caterers. She was so flexible and friendly and adjusted her menu when requested, even provided flowers for her serving tables. Our guests ranted and raved about the food. Definitely get the beer cheese dip and brie apple quesadillas.
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Chelsea Sent on 10/22/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing. Everyone loved the food and Aleta was a joy to work with!
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Christine Sent on 09/10/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Tributary Restaurant & Catering Co catered to our wedding at Prospect Hill B&B. We had sensational food and wonderful service. Tributary Restaurant along with Prospect Hill made our wedding so very perfect.
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Candy Sent on 11/03/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Aleta is first class in her knowledge of listening to what the couple desire for their special day!!
The food was delicious, the buffet arrangement was eye- appealing and the staff was attentive to the needs of the guests.
You will be pleased to have her catering your special event.
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User2337870 Sent on 09/28/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We eloped and had a post-wedding party at our new house. The Frugal Gourmet crew did a wonderful job. The presentation was gorgeous and everyone raved about the food (we had chicken lettuce wraps, stuffed mushroom caps, quiche tarts, low country kebabs, and crab cakes). We had planned to set up outside, but intermittent rain caused us to move everything inside instead. Despite a somewhat tight space and change of plans, they made everything look great and managed the traffic flow beautifully. They really went above and beyond -- they were flexible and professional; they lent a hand with other tasks once they had the food set up; they brought a gorgeous centerpiece, display crates, menu chalkboard, etc.; and they were just all around helpful and friendly. I can't say enough good things. I'm so glad we hired them and highly recommend them!
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Lois Sent on 09/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Frugal Gourmet catered our daughter's wedding recently, and everyone was so impressed with the food! Aleta is an amazing cook, and she goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. We did 3 stations-Mexican, Southern, and Asian- and all were incredible. Everyone still keeps commenting on how great the food was and how nice it was to have so much variety. She provided plenty of food at a very reasonable price. I can't recommend her enough. If you're looking for a truly memorable reception meal, you will not go wrong with this company!
Kristin
Zoe Z. Sent on 11/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Frugal Gourmet was absolutely amazing!!

Frugal was amazing! The food was so good, especially the mashed potato bar! (I’m vegetarian) The desserts were super tasty as well including the cake which was a cannoli raspberry swirl cake and lots of other desserts like a raspberry tart and carrot cake. Aleta was super easy to work with, very responsive and professional. Her staff was great that served at our wedding. They were there on time and made me (mother of the bride) feel completely at ease. Thanks so much Frugal Gourmet!! Would definitely hire them again!!
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Megan Sent on 10/19/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Aleta was amazing. She was professional, on time, had great ideas for our menu and above all I trusted her to make our day perfect. I knew I didnt have to worry about a thing. People are still talking about the food.
Allison
Allison Sent on 02/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing food & service

We loved working with Aleta! She helped us pick a menu that fit exactly what we wanted, and she had so many things to pick from. You could really pick any food you can think of. Aleta also did our dessert table & cake, and she executed my vision perfectly! We also got our bartending services through her and he was absolutely amazing! Their whole team made sure us and our guests were taken care of all night, and it was so convenient to have one vendor take care of so many things for us. We had so many compliments on the food a desserts from our guests, so I’d 100% recommend Aleta & her team at Frugal Gourmet!
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Liz Sent on 08/26/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Frugal Gourmet Catering was a perfect choice for our wedding. Aleta and her staff were nothing short of professional from start to finish, and with countless food options to choose from, we can effectively say that everything was delicious.
Every detail was taken care of, down to the carry-out boxes for my husband and I saved for after the reception (which was SO much appreciated).
We also got several referrals from Aleta and were pleased with all of them. If you are looking for great food, impeccable service, and excellent attention to detail, Frugal Gourmet comes HIGHLY recommended!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Revival Creatives Revival Creatives Wedding Photographers

We worked with Frugal Gourmet Catering Company at a wedding we photographed and they did a fantastic job! They were professional, the menu was great, and they were very helpful and great with the guests. The food was incredible! Great job and we we hope to work with you again soon! :)

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