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Gei Catering and Events

Gei Catering and Events

Daytona Beach, FL
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    Ruth M. Sent on 06/15/2022
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    So happy we found Bob at GEI Catering to help with all of our wedding details.

    The BEST, is all we can say about Bob, with GEI Catering, his staff, and this venue. Bob was amazing with his suggestions including references for professional services to help assist in planning our wedding. The food was excellent, the decor was beautiful (thanks Leslie at Sun, Moon, and Stars Decorating), and the staff were all so very kind and helpful. What an amazing experience - You all made our day so special, for us and our 100+ guests. There was nothing that could have been better, it all was perfect. Thank You!!!! - On a side note we have had several of our guests interested in having their future events there, as well!!!!
    Ruth and Terry

    Gei Catering and Events's reply:

    Thank you Ruth. It was a wonderful experience for us too. In fact, it was an absolute pleasure! I really enjoyed your band, they made great use of the stage. I agree, you and Leslie came up with some beautiful decorating ideas. Congratulations to you both and I will look forward to helping those guests that are considering allowing us the privilege of hosting their wedding too.
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    Celeste P. Sent on 06/27/2021
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    Incredible service!

    Bob and his team at GEI Catering and the Palmetto Club were incredible and extremely helpful! Service was wonderful and food is to die for! 10/10
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    Tiffany Sent on 05/07/2019
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    Amazing!!!

    There aren't enough words to describe how wonderful Bob is. From the moment we booked with him, up and until the very day of our wedding, Bob went above and beyond to make sure that everything would be perfect. He answered every email and my hundreds of questions and concerns, and made me feel at ease, even when I freaked out the day of because the weather wasn't cooperating. I had a problem? Bob had a solution. He was absolutely amazing and I am so glad we choose GEI Catering for our event. The food was excellent. Everyone raved about it and the service was 5 star. We love you Bob. Thank you for EVERYTHING!!!! My wedding day was perfect because of YOU!
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    Samantha Sent on 04/30/2019
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    Wedding day success

    We had our ceremony as well as reception at the palmetto club. It turned out to be absolutely amazing and beautiful. Thank you so much bob.
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    Gei Catering and Events's reply:

    Thank you for the trust you showed in us Samantha, I am so happy that everything turned out so well for you. It all starts with an amazing Bride and Groom and as far at that goes, you two nailed it!
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    Bob is awesome

    The food was great Bob was super helpful in the planning phase our special day couldn't have worked out better

    Thanks again Bob

    Gei Catering and Events's reply:

    Thank you Millie, it was definitely our pleasure! We take very seriously the privilege of planning and catering for the biggest day of your lives. Thanks for trusting us. Bob
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    Mika Sent on 04/30/2019
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    Wedding reception

    Bob and his team were so on point! The food was absolutely amazing! Highly highly recommend them.

    Gei Catering and Events's reply:

    Thank you Mika, I sure had a fun time at your reception. I don't think I've ever seen a Bride have such a wonderful time and smile as much as you were. Congratulations to you both, wishing the two of you a wonderful life! Bob
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    Lynn D. Sent on 11/16/2018
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    Our Wedding 11/11/18

    Our wedding was absolutely beautiful! Bob was excellent to work with and kept me stress free throughout the whole process from the time we booked through our wedding day. He was always available to answer questions and to let me come in and make arrangements. We chose the prime rib and the “wedding chicken” as our food choices. The food was amazing!!!
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    Tameka Sent on 01/10/2018
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    What can I say but only great things.. I found GEI catering online as I was looking for a facility in Daytona to host my moms 60th Birthday. I placed a call spoke with Bob, gave him the information that I live out of town but this facility and it looks really nice. Bob was very helpful with guiding me with detailed information how I can make the event cost effective, from theme colors food choices drinks on so on. The Event went off with a hitch of success the FOOD was absolutely amazing the staff was very attentive and I can go on but can't say enough great things. Bob Thank you to you and your staff for the beautiful decorations wonderful food and on point drinks. :)JUST AWESOME
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    Kendra Sent on 09/07/2017
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    Bob and his staff are absolutely amazing! We were out of state planning our wedding reception with GEI Catering and everything was flawless. Bob was extremely informative, very attentive, and extremely honest. Bob has mastered his craft and it showed. My guests are still raving about our wedding reception and said they have the best time. Bob was easy to communicate with, gave honest feedback, and provided a list of local vendors that provided phenomenal services as well. Overall, our wedding reception was fantastic and I couldn't imagine having it any other place than the Palmetto Club. Great job Bob and staff! Kudos! You have made our day so memorable!
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    Kim Sent on 01/30/2017
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    Bob was absolutely amazing and so easy to work with. We had been searching for a great venue at an affordable price and GEI catering/Palmetto Club was it! The food was hands down the best wedding
    Food I have ever tasted. If you like chicken then I HIGHLY suggest Bob's wedding chicken. My husband and I are so thankful to Bob and his staff for making our ceremony go so smoothly and be the night that we always dreamed of!
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    Brandi Sent on 04/14/2016
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    Bob was extremely helpful and had so much advice to help our day run as smooth as possible! he was the first caterer I talked to and didn't want to see anyone else. his prices are really affordable and he knows what he's doing. the night went extremely smooth and I'm still having people tell me it's the best wedding food they've ever had. definitely been recommending him to newly engaged friends!
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    Bob and his team did an AMAZING job with the food and helped things flow smoothly. Everything ran seamlessly. Bob is very patient and accommodating! Excellent venue as well!
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    Dusty Sent on 03/10/2016
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    Bob (owner of GEI Catering) was awesome! My husband and I were planning the wedding from another state, Bob was very responsive to answering/ returning phone calls. He let our mothers facetime with us to see the venue before we put the deposit down. The venue is awesome for the price. Everything is included in your fee besides tax, tip and a $1 per person fee. From Food to waitresses, bartenders and the tables/chairs/linens. Bob had excellent suggestions for DJ's and photographers which helped us immensely (since we were planning from afar).

    Now for everyone's favorite thing, food! Bob makes sure the meal is delicious. He lets you chose from a ton of different options. We had Prime Rib and had guests tell us it was one of the best they'd ever had (including avid steak eaters).

    One of the things I enjoyed most about working with GEI Catering is we planned everything ahead of time then the day of the wedding, both me and the Groom didn't have to worry about a thing. We had a cocktail hour for the guests while we did photographs offsite and Bob took care of it all. Then when we walked in for the first time as husband and wife, he coordinated with the DJ for everything to happen according to how we planned.

    Another perk of working with Bob, as of Nov. 2015 you did not need a final headcount until about 10 days before your wedding. This was great since you have people who are slow to RSVP and also those who have things come up that they can't avoid.
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    Brandi Sent on 11/04/2015
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    GEI was absolutely wonderful to work with. Bob at GEI was an incredible help with finding additional vendors - cake and draperies - and was a great help in the planning process. The varying food package levels, combined with a comprehensive menu, made planning the meal easy - even for someone with food allergies! Not to mention, the food was absolutely delicious.

    I found GEI to be the most flexible (compared to other venues I researched) when it came to the bar, and the least expensive even with their open bar options. I also love that profit from the bar went straight to charity.

    The GEI staff during the actual events (rehearsal dinner and reception) were all very helpful and friendly, making the whole process as stress-free as possible.
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    Coral Sent on 06/25/2015
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    Bob is fantastic!! he really enjoys what he does and you can see the passion when he explains weddings and food. I cant wait to have my wedding there in October!

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    Sheree Sent on 10/10/2015
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    Bob Spiering was the best thing that happened to our wedding. We thought GEI Catering was too good to be true, but then we actually attended my cousin's wedding there prior to ours. We knew right then and there we made the right choice. We used every referral Bob gave us, and he did not disappoint!!! Our guests loved the food, the room, and they loved Bob!!! Our coordinator loved working with him too. We're still hearing about how great everything was even a over a month later! Bob never got frustrated, offered advice when needed, and totally helped keep this bride calm. If we had to do it all over again, we would not change the location or our caterer. Bob ROCKS!!!
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    Laurie Sent on 06/14/2015
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    We just had our daughter's wedding on Friday. Do to a job transfer for the two of them, we literally had 3 weeks to pull off her princess wedding. Starting with venue, it is deceiving to look at first time around and try to stay on a budget. Right off the start, no room rental fees, dance floor fees... some of those additions that are added on. We did rent up-lights, seat covers and sashes for atmosphere and it truly made a difference. We were not real happy to start that due to the size of the wedding (145) we would have to have ceremony and dinner in same place, as in guests sit at their tables for ceremony. We did have a little to-do over how we wanted that set up (ended up setting two rows of seats up front for immediate family) and the bride and groom used a microphone so all could hear vows... turned out to be perfect and guests actually liked it! The bride had already moved to NE after we found the place, so we had to do most planning over the phone. Bob was a trooper... sometimes having to deal with 5 calls in a day from me! At first I thought he was going to be hard to work with, but let me tell you that if you want it, he will bend over backwards to make it happen. The "stubbornness" is only because the man REALLY cares!! I mean that. He could just yes mam you, but does not.... he cares. My daughter came home the Tuesday before her Friday wedding for only her 2nd face to face. To say that I was a wreck with the time and things to be finalized is putting it mildly. He assured me to let him do the worrying... it'd be perfect. Let me tell you... it was!! Food was excellent! We had a plated dinner. The staff was so friendly and courteous. The venue was beautiful.... just cannot say enough... HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
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    Aimee Sent on 01/06/2015
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    We had our ceremony and reception at The Palmetto Club on Nov 30th 2014. From the day we went to look at the venue,to the day we said "I do", I was sold! Bob was beyond helpful,offering advice and recommendations to the very last detail! He was available and kind as well and extremely professional. Heres the best part...his food was FANTASTIC!!! Everyone loved it,a true chef. The staff was wonderful as well. I wouldnt change a thing about my wedding,and cant thank Bob and GEI Catering enough.
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    Marvin Sent on 12/07/2014
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    We had wedding reception at gei.it couldn't have been more perfect! Bob and his team were outstanding! They were so gracious and pleasing in every way.The food was excellent. Bob truly is a gourmet chief along with being a head coordinator in party events.I strongly recommend Gei.Thankyou Bob for all your help!!!Marvin and Kay Mitchell Ormond Beach Fl.
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    The Palmetto Club was GREAT! They always got back to me in a timely manner and on our special day, they made everything run smoothly and nicely. Overall an awesome and beautiful location!
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    Brooke Sent on 01/31/2013
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    Amazing place to have a reception!!! It was very affordable and beautiful!!!! I would definately recommend this to anyone who asked for a venue in Daytona Beach!!!
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    Virginia Sent on 03/27/2018
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    GEI catering is fantastic. We just had our wedding reception there. Service and food is outstanding!!! I highly recommend them.
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    Brandon Sent on 01/07/2015
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    Me and my wife had our wedding ceremony and our reception at this location. It was a small gathering, but the setup and design was so flexible from a small group of about 30 people like I had, to a gathering of a couple hundred. Bob Spearling was wonderful to work with. He's been in the business for many years, and he couldn't have done anything more to make that day more special for us. The interior has been recently redone with new, adjustable lighting depending on the occasion, as well as a new sound system. Bob was pretty easy to get in touch with, and every missed call was returned to me in a timely fashion. I can't begin to explain how incredible the food tasted. Bob buys everything fresh, and it is made to come out at the exact time requested. My guests enjoyed the prime rib and the chicken primavera pasta, and I heard from most of my guests that it was the best wedding food theyve ever eaten. I'd definitely return to this location in the future.
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    Joisha Sent on 06/19/2012
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    The Palmetto club was the perfect venue for us. The size was just right, the food was great, and it was affordable.
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    My daughter had her wedding reception at the Palmetto Club and it was catered by G.E.I. Catering. The food was good, the staff was knowledgeable and accommodating and friendly. The venue was extremely affordable but outdated. We had event drapery hung to cover the flaws. I would have given 4 stars except for one thing; we specifically did not want a full liquor cash bar. We asked that there be wine and beer only, however a full liquor bar was set up and drinks sold. We were told that they did it at the request of the wedding guests. We were not consulted and suspect it was done to pad their bottom line. That was the only disappointing part.
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