Brad Gates Catering

Meggin Gates is a rock star! I am thrilled to be contracting with Brad and Meggin Gates for my fall 2016 wedding. This husband and wife duo truly are professionals at what they do and I can assure you they treat even the most naïve of brides (present company) with respect and a supportive approach.
Before contracting with Brad Gates Catering, my fiancé and i spoke to several local caterers both preferred and not preferred by our venue, the Indianapolis Art Center. Brad Gates Catering is a preferred vendor for the IAC and came highly recommended by the staff at IAC. From the first email, to pricing, to the contract and payment options, BGC has provided an easy, stress-​less and smooth process. Meggin was very responsive and proactive when working with us and our fixed budget. We didn’t want to cut quality while cutting cost, and Meggin understood that and was able to put together a menu that not only meets our budgetary needs, but also our tastes. She is on the ball with all the nuances behind planning and executing a wedding reception dinner so she’s been a huge help and resource when it comes to managing and making decisions around things like kids menu, buffet set-​up and the like.
Meggin was able to make adjustments to our proposed menu and has been wonderful with fielding all my endless questions as I navigate through the wedding planning process. I feel confident that our event will go smoothly and that the food will be a huge hit with our guests!

Check out their kitchen in The Pantry at City Market. This place is a hidden gem under the stairs by the front demo kitchen. Their food feels like fresh from mom’s garden/​kitchen. A must eat! I got fried chicken with mac ‘n cheese & green beens. They did give me the wrong order at first, but then offered me a free lunch in response to my asking for the right one. Pretty great experience and I will be back many times. :) Looking forward to a salmon slider the next time I visit!!!

I experienced Brad Gates catering at the Unilocal Mixology 101, and have to give props where due. Let me start by saying it was sweltering outside, despite the fans, and this guy was working his magic in a little corner with minimal accessories on hand.
That being said, what was delivered to us was nothing short of delectable! The presentation and flavor of all that went into it was very impressive. The salad with fresh turkey, soft cheese and berries was quite the surprise and a wonderful combination. The fish cakes were delicately breaded and oh so moist, literally a party for our tummies.
I can only imagine what else he could bring if you let him loose in an actual kitchen. Find out at City Market or book him for your special occasion!