Thomas
Caterers of Distinction
A Full-Service,
Off-Premise Caterer that specializes in scratch gourmet catering in private homes, offices or special event venues. Our commitment to excellence and education keeps us on the cutting edge in Indiana and throughout the country.
Our vision is to create memories that last a lifetime through
a positive planning experience,
innovative design, quality cuisine and
exceptional service.
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At Thomas Caterers of Distinction, we pride ourselves in creating custom menus for each of our clients. Please call us and speak with one of our Event Designers to discuss your special event.
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Our Express Catering Menus offer a diverse selection of gourmet salads, upscale entrées and homemade desserts straight from the Thomas Caterers menu. With our new insulated carrying boxes, your fresh food items will remain temperature controlled and can be displayed right in their decorative cases. You won't have to worry about using sternos (open flame) and messy chafing dishes. All you do is pop open the lids and you're ready to serve. Visit Thomas Express at www.thomasexpresscatering.com
Cornerstone Catering provides home style menus for events held in the banquet hall at the Scottish Rite Cathedral and all events at the Indiana Free Masons Hall. This budget friendly option can supply all of your event needs at these two beautiful locations. Currently working out of the Double Eagle Café Office, call Kiersten Baughman at (317) 917-1463.
The Double Eagle Cafe, at the Scottish Rite Cathedral is operated by Thomas Caterers. Open Monday thru Friday from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. serving several wholesome menu items for a delightful lunch experience. Parking is free on the west side of the building.
Free Meeting Room when you dine with us for lunch.
• Capehart Room: Capacity 15
• Constitution Room: Capacity 40
• Truman Room: Capacity 40
• Washington Room: Capacity 45
4440 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
info_thomascaterers.com
317.542.8333
Susann & Timothy Thomas founded Thomas Caterers of Distinction in 1983 after a fire destroyed the couples upscale restaurant on East Washington Street in Indianapolis, Indiana. Instead of rebuilding the restaurant, they decided to put all their efforts into growing their off-premise catering division. One of their first catering jobs was for Mel and Bren Simon who were hosting a party to celebrate the Simon familys' purchase of the Indiana Pacers. In 1985 the company moved to its current home on North Keystone Avenue and in 2005 underwent a one million dollar renovation to service the growing needs of their company. In its first year of operation, the company hosted about 50 events a year. Since then Thomas Caterers of Distinction has grown to handle nearly 500 events a year and is known as one of the premiere catering companies in the nation.
Specializing in creating the perfect custom event, Thomas Caterers of Distinction will cater to their clients every need. Our professional event staff can handle all the details of any special occasion including transportation, audio visual, florals, entertainment, décor, and more. Thomas Caterers of Distinction is the only caterer in the state to have Certified Special Event Planners (CSEP) on staff. In fact, there are only five CSEP's in the entire state and three of them are with Thomas Caterers of Distinction. The CSEP designation is the hallmark of professional achievement in the special events industry. It is earned through education, performance, experience, and service to the industry. It is this professionalism and expectation of excellence that has made Thomas Caterers of Distinction one of the nations top caterers.
Because of their high standards, cutting edge menus, quality service and attention to detail, Thomas Caterers of Distinction has become the most nationally recognized catering company in Indiana, cited in over 11 national industry publications and winning numerous awards. Thomas Caterers of Distinction received an international ESPIRIT award in 2002 and 2003 from ISES (International Special Events Society) for Outstanding Off Premise Catering along with a plethora of local PACE (Professional Achievement in Creative Events) awards for Best Team Effort, Best Catered Affair, Best Themed Décor and Best Achievement in Logistics. In 2006 Thomas Caterers of Distinction was also voted Readers Choice Award Finalist for Best Caterer in Indianapolis by Indianapolis Woman magazine and nominated for an international CATIE Award from the International Caterers Association for Best Use of Mixology.
Co-Owner and General Manager, Kelly Early, CSEP (daughter of SusannThomas), is proud of her companys accomplishments. "We pride ourselves not only for being the leader in our industry but remaining the leader in our industry. Our toughest competition is ourselves. Continuous growth and creativity is important."
When you expect perfection and want nothing less then the best, contact Thomas Caterers of Distinction. www.thomascaterers.com, 4440 North Keystone Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46205. (317) 542-8333.
Thomas Caterers of Distinction is continuously hiring quality professionals looking for part-time employment. Service staff, kitchen chefs and dishwashers are always needed.
So, if you are looking for a fun way to earn some extra money and want to be part of a team of professionals leading the way in the events industry, download and fill out the application.
Application
Print and mail to:
Thomas Caterers
Attn: HR Manager
4440 N. Keystone Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46205
or
Fax: 317-545-0683
Dear Vince:
The Scottish Rite is pleased to offer a reference for Thomas Caterers of Distinction and their ability to provide catering services to large events.
We have been pleased with our association with your company since 2002 and in that time, you have served a number of corporate events and weddings in our Ballroom and Banquet Hall in excess of 400 persons. The quality of the menu as well as the courtesy and efficiency of the service staff has received praise from our clients.
Please feel free to use the Scottish Rite Cathedral as a reference for your clients on similar events.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey K. Saunders
Executive Director
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Dee and the Thomas Catering Staff,
Thank you so much for all of your time and thought that went into making our wedding day so special. Working with you made the planning process and the entire day so much easier, and more importantly, so enjoyable! You took care of absolutely everything and I felt so comfortable knowing you were in charge. I honestly didn't worry about a thing... and that's a difficult thing for me to do :)
Its been such a pleasure to work with you, and you can certainly bet that we'll be recommending you to everyone we know. I hope to work with you again in the near future. Thanks again for everything and I hope to see you soon!
Brooke (McKinney) Klinker
Renee,
Thank you very much for your hard work and efforts you put into our reception! The place was beautiful and everyone raved about the food. Thanks for helping make our reception that everyone cannot stop talking about!
If you ever need referrals or recommendations let us know we would be glad to contribute!
Thank You
Jerod and Ashley Nelis
Dee,
We are back from our honeymoon, and we want to follow up with you regarding all of your hard work for our wedding.
We just can't thank you enough for all that you did to make things run perfectly on our wedding weekend, and to allow us to relax and simply enjoy ourselves. I am amazed at all of the things you quietly accomplished. From cleaning up the decorating mess I left in the dining room (I am so sorry!) and finishing the decorating, to running to McDonalds to accomodate our unexpected little guest, to putting everyone at ease with your huge smile, to fixing a wedding cake enjoyed early by an overzealous 7 year old...I just can't thank you enough. And all of that when you personally were ill!! Dave was a pure delight to work with as well.
Not only did you take care of all of the above...but nearly every guest we have spoken to has raved about the food and service. I have never heard anyone rave about wedding food or service before...amazing!
I would love to share our exceptional experience with whomever you report up to, and, if helpful, in the form of a testimonial. Please let me know who I can share our feedback with in your organization.
You are simply the best!
Abby
Vince,
As I said Saturday evening, Thomas did a wonderful job in attending to and delivering on on the details of the evening. I know ever events has its stories and challenges, but I felt the logistics, hail storm and impending tornado, 400 people, etc. lent itself to some exceptional challenges. I must say, every fear I may have considered was eliminated by your company's performance. Many, many people commented on the quality of the catering and service on every level. More postivie comments were made about the pasta course and the excellent temperature and quality and taste and temperature of the main course than you can imagine. I hope you heard these comments in person. I greatly appreciate the attention to detail that you and your staff gave the evening, including many of the specific requests we made relative to how things be done. If part of the Thomas mission is to focus on service, every one of your staff delivered that message. No matter how difficult a situation, I never saw any of your staff not do all they could to make the evening everything we had hoped. thank you! Maureen and Tony called to tell us it was the best day of their entire life, and that meant everything to us to hear. If I can ever provide a recommendation for you and your company, Renee and all those who worked so hard to make the evening as special as it was, do not hesitate to call.
-Gail
Kettle Chip with White Cheddar and American Caviar
Sesame Seed Chicken Fingers with Apricot Sauce
Texas Blue Crab and Corn Cake with Smoked Tomato and Jalapeno Sauce
Vodka infused Melon Gazpacho Shooter
Nori Roll with Duck, Sushi Rice, Wasabi Aioli and Pickled Ginger on a Wonton Chip
Shrimp Pipette - Roasted Garlic Shrimp skewered with a pipette filled with a savory Rosemary Brandy Sauce and drizzled with a Sweet Balsamic Glaze
French Bread with Pesto, Goat Cheese and Sundried Tomatoes
Salmon Pizza - Salmon, Cream Cheese, Caviar, and Capers on a Pizza Crust
Honey Almond Chicken with Lavosh Triangle garni served on a Cocktail Spoon
Chicken Empanadas - Spicy Chicken Turnovers wrapped in Puff Pastry topped with Crème Fresh and Micro Greens
Vegetable Spring Rolls on a bed of Napa Cabbage
Crostini with Goat Cheese Sundried Tomato and Pine Nuts
Macaroni and Cheese Balls with Red Pepper Marinara
Stuffed Date wrapped in Bacon
Kobe style Beef on Horseradish Toast with a dab of Cognac Mayonnaise
Shitake Mushroom Chopsticks with Asian Dipping Sauce
Roasted Garlic Shrimp with a savory Rosemary Brandy sauce
Tabbouleh Salad garnished with fresh mint served on a Cocktail Spoon
Shrimp and Jellied Bloody Mary Jambalaya Bites
Bloody Mary Stingers
Sriracha Shrimp and crispy Rice Noodles
Grilled Pineapple Barbecue Shrimp Skewer
Garlic roasted Shrimp with Cheesy Vermont White Cheddar Grits
Bacon wrapped roasted Potatoes with Crème Fraiche and American Caviars
Kataifi and Macadamia Nut crusted Shrimp with Pineapple Cucumber Salsa
Wasabi Phylo Cup with Tuna garnished with Edamame
Scallop seared on Himalayan Salt Blocks
Feta Mousse on Crostini with Candied Lemon Peel
Duck Canape Triangles
Sauteed Chicken Breast with Tomato Pesto Cream and Pine Nuts
Pan seared Tofu with Tomato Tortilla Sauce topped with Tortilla Strips (Vegan Option)
Fresh Green Beans Amandine with Basil
Feta and Sun-dried Tomato stuffed Chicken
Drunken Flat Iron Steak on a bed of Sweet and Purple Potato Hash with crusty Ciabata
Bow Tie Pasta with Smokey Gouda Cheese, Caramelized Onions, and Bread Crumbs
Sake marinated Salmon
Braziliam Rice with Piri Piri grilled Shrimp
Skewered Marinated Chicken on a bed of Saffron Risotto
Red Snapper with Salsa Cruda
Carrot Soufflé
Grilled Pork Chop with Blueberry Sauce
Grilled Shrimp or Scallop Accent can be added to any Entree
Doughnut Bread Pudding
S'more Tart topped with Chocolate covered Smoked Bacon Toffee
"Not so Upside Down" Pineapple Cake
Pop Rock Truffles with Coca-Cola Caviar
"The Candy Bar" - Display of traditional Candies - May include such items as: M&M's, Skittles, Milk Duds, Suckers, Malted Milk Balls, Gummie Bears, individually wrapped Chocolates, and Licorice
Ooey Gooey Toffee Butter Cake
Chocolate dipped Cheesecake Lollipops
Cinnamon Phyllo Basket filled with Honey Ricotta, a Balsamic drizzle and fresh Berries served with Champagne Zabaglione
Truffel Display
Miniature Dessert Display
White Chocolate dipped Apricot
Trio of Crème Brulèe
Turtle Cheesecake Lollipops
Caramel Apple Parfaits garnished with an Apple Chip
Caramel Brownie Parfaits garnished with a Chocolate Straw
Chocolate Ganache Petit Fours
Lemon Shortbread filled with Raspberry Preserves and White Chocolate Mousse
Mini Pumpkin Savarin with Cream Cheese and Walnuts
Sweet Corn Ice Cream paired with Pumpkin Tart
Not your Mothers' Cheesecake
Chocolate Mousse with Fruit Salsa garnished with spun Sugar
Ooey Gooey Banana Cake
S'more Parfait
Hazelnut Petit Fours
Pop Rock Truffle with Red Pop Caviar
Cake Bites
Hand made Petit Fours
Braised Short Rib Quesadillas with Anchos and Mushrooms
Marinated Ahi Tuna seared on a Himalayan Salt Block
Seared Ahi Tuna with Asian Slaw
Roasted Beet Salad with Rainbow Micro Greens and candied Pecans
Build-your-own Salad Station
Skewered marinated Beef and Shrimp grilled by an Attendant
Vegetarian Stir-Fry Station served in Mini Chinese take-out Boxes with Chopsticks
Pasta-Tini Station - a variety of Pastas served in Martini Glasses
Mescaline Greens with Pear Roquefort Cheese Candied Walnuts and a Dried Cherry and Walnut Vinaigrette
Hors d'oeuvre Tree
January 2010
