Business Details
Expert Catering & Event Planning Services in Farmington Hills
Founded over three decades ago, Gourmet Express has established itself as a premier catering and event planning service dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences. Our family-owned business combines client-friendly approaches with creative solutions, offering customized menus and professional service staff for events ranging from intimate gatherings to grand weddings. As a full-service provider, we manage every detail including venue coordination, equipment rental, and staffing, ensuring seamless execution tailored to individual client visions.Our commitment to quality food presentation and adaptability has earned us a loyal customer base across Farmington Hills and surrounding areas. With multiple venue options like the Historic Longacre House and Hawk Community Center, we provide flexible spaces complemented by diverse culinary offerings. Our experienced event coordinators work within various budgets while maintaining high standards of service excellence and customer satisfaction.
Services
Catering Services
Event Planning
Venue Rental
Menu Customization
Staffing Services
Corporate Events
Wedding Coordination
Equipment Rental
Floral Arrangements
Dessert Catering
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 30+ years of event planning expertise
- Full-service provider handling all event logistics
- Adaptable services for budgets ranging from intimate to grand events
- Experienced coordinators specializing in personalized event design
- Multiple award-winning venues with customizable menu options
Services
Full-Service Catering
Our comprehensive catering service delivers gourmet meals for events of all sizes, featuring customizable menus with breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. We handle food preparation, presentation, and service with professional staff, offering diverse culinary selections from casual buffets to formal plated dinners while accommodating special dietary requirements.
Event Planning
Professional event coordination manages every detail from initial planning to execution. Our experienced team works within your budget to create customized timelines, arrange vendor partnerships, and ensure seamless logistics for weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations across multiple venue locations.
Venue Rental
Multiple venue options accommodate events from 50 to 400 guests, including historic locations and modern community centers. Facilities feature adaptable spaces with technical capabilities for weddings, corporate meetings, and social gatherings, complete with catering services and event support staff.
Custom Menu Design
Tailored menu development collaborates with clients to create unique culinary experiences. Our chefs design specialized dishes using fresh ingredients, offering tasting sessions and presentation options that align with event themes while maintaining quality standards across all dietary preferences and requirements.
Staffing Solutions
Professional service staff ensures smooth event operations, including servers, bartenders, and coordinators trained in hospitality excellence. We provide appropriately attired personnel with expertise in guest engagement, food service, and event logistics management for all types of private and corporate functions.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We handle weddings, corporate events, baby showers, graduation parties, and private dinners with customized solutions for each occasion.
Can menus be customized for dietary restrictions?
Yes, we accommodate special dietary needs including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options across all menu selections.
Do you provide rental equipment?
We offer complete rental packages including tables, chairs, linens, dishware, and audiovisual equipment for event setups.
What venues do you work with?
Our partnered venues include Historic Longacre House, Hawk Community Center, and William Costick Activities Center with various capacities.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weddings, with shorter timelines available for smaller events based on availability.
Do you offer staff training for events?
Our experienced team provides trained servers, bartenders, and coordinators with expertise in hospitality and event logistics management.
