Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Catering Services in Madison, VA
Summy's Catering was founded in 2003 by Joe and Elsie Summy, though our journey in food service began in 1990 with baking bread and pies for local markets. Our transition from a dairy farm to a full-service catering business reflects our passion for sharing homemade Dutch cuisine with the Central Virginia community. We specialize in weddings, holiday parties, meetings, reunions, auctions, and banquets, consistently delivering fresh, high-quality meals that showcase our culinary heritage. Our reputation for excellence stems from decades of hands-on experience, a commitment to using time-honored recipes, and a personal touch that comes from operating as a family-run business.With five children and five grandchildren, we extend our familial warmth to every client, treating them as part of our extended family. Our team takes pride in presenting food beautifully for formal events while maintaining affordability, as evidenced by our diverse menu options ranging from box lunches to elaborate wedding spreads. Customer satisfaction remains our top priority, supported by our flexibility in menu customization and early service availability. We attribute our success to divine guidance and remain dedicated to upholding the values of quality, tradition, and community that have defined us since our inception.
Services
Wedding Catering
Holiday Parties
Business Meetings
Family Reunions
Banquet Services
Box Lunches
Dessert Catering
Picnic Menus
Italian Cuisine
Hors d'oeuvres
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in event catering since 2003
- Our family recipes deliver authentic homemade Dutch cuisine
- We provide menu customization for events of all sizes
- Our pricing includes presentation and service for formal events
- We maintain 5-star customer satisfaction with consistent quality
What people say
Best catering I've ever had
Outstanding food quality
Exquisite chocolate trifle
Perfectly seasoned dishes
Flawless service execution
Services
Wedding Catering
Summy's Catering specializes in wedding meals with customizable menus featuring meats, vegetables, salads, and desserts. Our team ensures proper presentation and timely service for formal events, offering options from casual picnics to formal plated dinners. Clients consistently praise our food quality and reasonable pricing for wedding celebrations.
Holiday Parties
We provide complete catering solutions for holiday gatherings including Christmas parties, Thanksgiving dinners, and New Year celebrations. Our homemade Dutch cuisine features traditional dishes with modern twists, available in various portion sizes to accommodate different group sizes while maintaining consistent quality and flavor.
Box Lunches
Our box lunch service offers convenient meal solutions for corporate events, field trips, and small gatherings. Each package includes sandwich options, sides, beverages, and desserts at affordable rates, with customization available for specific dietary requirements and group sizes.
Hors d'oeuvres
We create elegant hors d'oeuvres spreads featuring meat and cheese selections, fresh vegetables, and specialty appetizers. This service includes presentation platters and buffet arrangements suitable for cocktail hours, receptions, and networking events with pricing based on guest count.
Dessert Catering
Since 1990, we've offered dessert catering with homemade pies, cakes, and specialty sweets. Our dessert menu includes classic Dutch recipes and modern favorites, available for separate orders or as part of complete catering packages for weddings and special occasions.
People
Joe Summy
Co-Owner
Joe Summy co-founded Summy's Catering with his wife Elsie in 2003 after transitioning from dairy farming. He specializes in grilled meats and event coordination, bringing decades of culinary experience to each catering project while maintaining family traditions.
Elsie Summy
Co-Owner
Elsie Summy, co-owner with her husband Joe, started baking bread and pies in 1990 before transitioning to full-service catering. Known for her yeast rolls and menu planning expertise, she ensures every event maintains their signature homemade quality and hospitality.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We specialize in weddings, holiday parties, business meetings, family reunions, auctions, and banquets across Central Virginia.
Do you offer menu customization?
Yes, we provide customized menus including dietary accommodations and presentation options for formal events.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the entire Central Virginia region including Madison, Orange, Culpeper, Ruckersville, and Charlottesville.
Are desserts included in your packages?
Yes, we offer homemade pies, cakes, and specialty desserts as part of our catering packages since 1990.
Can you accommodate large events?
We regularly handle events with 50+ guests, providing ample portions and efficient service for large gatherings.