Once again, a team of Butler’s Pantry volunteers traveled to Potosi, MO for Camp Hope.  On Saturday, August 13th, Butler’s Pantry donated a cowboy themed birthday party for 250 members of Camp Hope.  Brian Blasingame with Fleurish also donated some lovely and festive centerpieces with sunflowers and bandanas.  Eleven of us ventured to the YMCA’s Trout Lodge and served a fanciful meal including: Big Sky Ranch Salad, Very Berry Fruit Basket, Cowboy Caviar, Pony Bites, Buckaroo Baked Beans, Golden Horseshoes & Chuckwagon Cheeseburgers.  The meal was concluded with decorated cupcakes and a candy bar.

Camp HOPE is a weekend long camp for HIV-infected children and their families. The camp is held at the Trout Lodge, YMCA of the Ozarks, in Potosi, Missouri. Came HOPE is the only camp in the St. Louis metropolitan area and outstate Missouri region specifically designated for children living with HIV/AIDS. During the camp, the families are able to enjoy a weekend filled with fun, compassion, camaraderie and education with other families who are experiencing the same concerns and challenges.

August 15th, 2011 | Posted in Blogroll, Highlights

Butler’s Pantry is excited to be catering Nordstrom’s Sept. 21st gala two days before the grand opening of their new store at the Saint Louis Galleria! Read the full story here.

August 5th, 2011 | Posted in Awards, Blogroll, Highlights

Butler’s Pantry is one of St. Louis’ largest full service caterers and event planning companies; however the expertise does not end there. Exclusively catering at some of the city’s most cutting edge venues, Bixby’s at the Missouri History Museum is one of the most popular. Dedicated to providing fresh, nutrient rich and delicious cuisine Bixby’s achieves this standard by actively endorsing the restaurant motto, “dining with local influence.” Making the effort to abandon the negative effects of industrial agriculture, Bixby’s is committed to using locally grown products whenever possible. Chicken entrees, a plethora of salads, soups and flatbreads grace the menu and boast ingredients within a 200 mile radius. Chef de Cuisine, Todd Lough understands the importance of utilizing local resources when preparing his menu. “Sustainability is the biggest factor when driving the decision to purchase locally. The products we receive from Double Star Farm are high quality and extremely fresh.” Bixby’s allegiance to sustainability ensures a fresh menu that is updated as seasons and product availability change. The distinctive ingredients create delectable dishes where bold presentation is complimented by rich flavors and leaves guests anxiously awaiting their next visit. For more information please call Bixby’s at 314-361-7313 or Butler’s Pantry at (314) 664-7680. www.butlerspantry.com.

August 5th, 2011 | Posted in Awards, Bixby's, Blogroll, Highlights, Missouri History Museum

Cassie Burd, Vice President of Sales and Catering, is speaking at the ISES Eventworld 2011 Conference today! Check out the video to see highlights from last years conference.

Eventworld 2010 Baltimore Same Day Edit from CinemaCake Filmmakers on Vimeo.

August 5th, 2011 | Posted in Blogroll, Careers, Highlights, linkedin, Video

See gorgeous pictures of the Palladium Saint Louis taken by L Photographie on their blog!

August 4th, 2011 | Posted in Blogroll, Highlights, Palladium, Uncategorized

Our bakery department has been busy this morning! Here are some of the delicious deserts they’ve come up with for a big event this fall!

July 20th, 2011 | Posted in Blogroll, Highlights

THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX — AND IN IT

For the opening of a storage products store in St. Louis, Butler’s Pantry was asked to create buffets from the client’s products, everything from glass storage containers to file holders. Although the items used aren’t typically part of a buffet or station, Cassie Burd, vice president of sales and catering, says, “It helped us think outside the box, if you will, in how we presented the food.”
 

1 – Color and food were linked throughout the event. Earth tones displayed beef sandwiches and mini potatoes; candy-colored items were used to display desserts; clear glassware was used at the soup station.

2 – Consumer office and storage items, including CD holders (the napkins) and file holders, were put to new uses. Although it was because of the client at this event, experimenting with unusual items, or with typical items used in unexpected ways, can add excitement to an event.

3 – At the Texas Beef Station, sliders and open-face brisket sandwiches reflected the client’s home office.

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July 19th, 2011 | Posted in Blogroll, Highlights, linkedin, Tips

..contemporary event & entertainment .. 

These days, food is as much a spectacle as the entertainer on stage. With the rising popularity of Rock Star chefs, haute cuisine and foodie TV, it is no wonder that expectations are high for event caterers. It is difficult to convey the artistry and delicate preparation of signature dishes for 400, 600 or 1000 guests. Here are 5 caterers (and some noteworthy dishes) that make the grade:

Butler’s Pantry : St. Louis

www.butlerspantry.com

Founded in 1966, Butler’s Pantry was the dream of Richard and Anita Nix. It was their desire to provide the most creative and innovative catering company known to St. Louis. Their vision and the commitment of the current team have made Butler’s Pantry a leader in the catering field. As one of Missouri’s largest and finest full service catering companies, Butler’s Pantry is dedicated to creating successful food events.

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June 27th, 2011 | Posted in Awards, Blogroll, Highlights

Fresh and Local

SUNDAYS ARE MADE FOR BRUNCH
 

Café Madeleine’s French-inspired menu changes a little each Sunday, but has something to suit everyone’s taste. Sustainable produce and other local ingredients shine, and each week the café features an omelet station, cold salads, soup du jour, fresh fruit, warm entrees, and a tempting dessert display.

4256 Magnolia Avenue, 314-575-5658, butlerspantry.com.

June 24th, 2011 | Posted in Awards, Blogroll, Cafe Madeleine, Highlights, Piper Palm House

St. Louis Magazine, July 2011

Bixby’s is excited to be a part of St. Louis Magazine’s A-List Awards. 

lunch with a view
BIXBY’S

“Museums aren’t the first places that come to mind for business lunches.  But Bixby’s is perfect: open every day, with comfortable chairs, a menu that touches various levels of formality, and food that’s tasty and beautifully presented.  What else is needed?  How about a view over Forest Park, which ranges from soothing to stunning, depending on the weather and season?  As a bonus, the tab benefits one of our town’s great institutions.”

June 21st, 2011 | Posted in Awards, Bixby's, Blogroll, Highlights, Missouri History Museum