Together & Company

09/04/2024

Want to up your charcuterie game for fall gatherings? Let's talk:

Our event designer, Josh, created this gorgeous "spill and flow" charcuterie for an event at Flat 51 Downtown. Here are some of his tried and true rules for creating a stunning arrangement of cheeses, crackers, nuts, and fruits:

1. Layers and Textures - Layers are what help bring the words "spill and flow" to life. A tall center with additional short elevators will help you get a cascading effect with the food. I like to think of it as a pyramid - build up and out. Think about the food that you're putting on the Spill and Flow, as well. Dried fruit, crispy crackers with seeds, twisted bread sticks, soft and firm cheeses; all of these have their own texture and add a lot of visual appeal.

2. Color Blocking and Grouping - There is a lot going on with a spill and flow and the finished product can look a bit chaotic if not carefully done. One trick to help organize is color blocking. For example, if using dried apricots, put them all in one location and put it next to a bright white cheese for a nice contrast. Dried cranberries look great next to a heap of yellow or orange cheese; fresh seasonal fruit like strawberries or figs look beautiful when placed next to a soft-colored nut or cracker.

3. Filling in the Gaps with Decor and Garnishes - It's okay to have a few areas void of food on the spill and flow so the eyes can rest. I like to add in touches like a bundle of thyme or rosemary or even hydrangea or lemon leaves to soften the edge and help fill in without being overwhelming. You could also add in small bud vases with flowers, taper candles, votives, or even vintage flatware tied with a string.

Save this post for the next time you need some hosting inspiration!

Photos by Jen Brown Photography
Venue is Flat 51

08/27/2024

Two venues, one company! Did you know both High Line Car House and The Fives event venues are operated by the same catering business, Together & Company?

Recently, a client who initially inquired about High Line Car House also decided to tour The Fives. We were pleased to hear they were impressed! They sent an email to our team at Together & Company:

👉 “We visited The Fives yesterday and you all have 2 beautiful venues? You have an incredible team! Matt [of The Fives] and Kate [of High Line Car House] are both very welcoming and enthusiastic about their work!”

Pictured here are Kate and Matt, the Venue Managers at and , respectively. (We love them!!)

Contact our team for your own tour and get the same unparalleled Together & Company hospitality experience at two beautifully unique venues!

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08/21/2024

It's back to school for our summer intern, James Fry! James is now heading off to start his senior year at Indiana University after shadowing each of the departments at TC, giving it his all at events, and helping the marketing team with some long-term data and content management projects.

One of the main takeaways he shared from his experience was that "Being passionate about something is impossible to fake." It was affirming to all of us that he noticed this while working with the extremely passionate team at TC

From being an Ann Arbor native to studying at Indiana University, swipe to the end to see us convert him to a Buckeye 😉 Thanks for all your hard work and good energy, James!

08/16/2024

"Together and Company helped choose just the right menu for our event. All I did was show up to the event, meet our hostess and the rest was magic. So smooth and easy and our guests were pleased. Highly recommend!" - Brian H., Ohio Statehouse 2024

Shoutout to Brian for this kind review! Here are some photos of Statehouse events we've hosted and catered over the years, including some weddings! We always love to hear when events go smoothly there. Thanks again, Brian!

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07/26/2024

A couple weeks ago we celebrated National Sugar Cookie Day with our sister brand, Sweet Carrot, in the only way we know how - with a little friendly competition! 💪💥

Check out our team battling it out in a sugar cookie decorating contest in our latest YouTube video!

Watch team members of our catering company in Columbus, OH compete to win best decorated cutout cookie for National Sugar Cookie Day!

06/12/2024

Hey summer party people - what’s your guest of honor’s vibe??

If you’re struggling to settle on what kind of catering to order for your summer celebration, we’ve got an idea for you: use your guest of honor’s personality to inspire what you order, from either Together & Company or Sweet Carrot!

To get your gears turning, is your guest of honor:
📚 Organized and Ambitious - a custom cocktail from Together & Company is *necessary* for toasting this brainiac
🎉 The Life of the Party - a festive Party Package from Sweet Carrot for the win!
⚽️ An Athlete - this active party player will need to have portable food ... Together & Company seasonal sliders, anyone?
🎨 An Eccentric Artist - you can put this Picasso in front of a Sweet Carrot Corn Cake Bar and they’ll make a masterpiece of it!

👉 Head over to the “☀️ PARTIES” highlight on our profile to get more of our personality-influenced summer celebration inspo!

05/16/2024

We’re going to be serving up some bites at The Century’s Open House with Sweet Carrot on May 23 from 5:30-7:30! Come by to envision your next intimate celebration in their gorgeous space, meet their staff and vendor partners, and enjoy a cash bar as you mingle and dream. Guests will also have the opportunity to take home custom watercolor portraits!

✨ What’s extra special is that anyone who attends will be entered to win a FREE wedding at The Century! See the link below to RSVP and you just might be that lucky couple. We hope to see you there! 🧡💛

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-century-open-house-tickets-876800292277?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/15/2024

We're really into chocolate chip cookies around here... why? 🍪

It's basically our unofficial mascot of Together & Company! To us, the best chocolate chip cookie wouldn't have its crispy-on-the-outside, gooey-on-the-inside glory without the hands and hearts involved in making it - from taking an order, to buying the ingredients, to measuring, baking, and serving with care. Each step is important, just like each Team Member.

It's why we have "Be the Cookie" shirts and our "Chip Chip Hooray" program that gives us an opportunity to give each other personal shoutouts for "being the cookie" - whether it's staying late to wash dishes, picking up a shift for a teammate, or just putting a smile on everyone's face. If you receive a Chip Chip Hooray card, you've gone above and beyond, AND you get to enter yourself into a raffle at our company Get-Togethers for a prize! 🏆

So, on this National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, we're giving a shoutout to the Team who IS the cookie: Team Together & Company!

05/03/2024

Good news, grads! 🎓 Our sister brand, Sweet Carrot, just released their crowd-pleasing Party Package – just in time for graduation season and summer celebrations.

And even better news: Since Sweet Carrot's famous Mac ‘N’ Cheese is such a hit, for a limited time they're offering an additional pan FREE with every 25-Person Party Package.

🧀🧡 Head to the link below to learn more about this extra special offer! https://sweetcarrot.com/graduation/

04/23/2024

It's almost time for grad season! 🎓 Whether you'd like full-service or drop off, a celebration spread or festive apps, Together & Company is here to make your grad party easy and your food memorable.

Celebrate your grad with A+ catering and top-of-class service. Start your catering order on our website: https://togetherandco.com/contact-us/

04/05/2024

With the sun coming back out a little today, we really can't wait to cater summer celebrations like this again! ☀️

Photography by The Simmons Photography
Reception Venue: Bryn Du Mansion
Planning & Design by Thyme & Details
Florals by Fezz and Hazel
Rentals: Aiden & Grace Event Rentals
Music: Howl2GO Dueling Pianos
Videographer: Rival Media

03/28/2024

Displays for days 🤩 Which one do you want to dive into?

03/21/2024

Seasonal Miniature Trio ftw!! ✨🍰 Nothing takes the "cake" like some variety on a dessert table - pictured here is our mini chocolate cake, mini cheesecake, and seasonal mousse! Pair with a cup of coffee from the beverage cart and you've got yourself a real after-dinner treat.

Photography by Angela Edgemon Photography

03/14/2024

Want a truly unique menu to serve your guests? Customize it!

If there's a specific cuisine you'd like to share with guests at your event that you don't see on our menu, ask to have a custom tasting of your choice. Our skilled chefs love to share their passion with you, and sometimes, custom tastings will inspire new additions to our permanent menu!

If you'd like to chat more about custom menus, head to our link in bio to fill out an inquiry form! We can't wait to hear what you're excited to serve.

Photography by itsdevonmorgan | Alayna Parker Photography | Angela Edgemon Photography | Ashley West Photography

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Image one: An overhead view of a golden Apricot Baked Brie, garnished with succulent fresh figs, dried apricots, and marigold petals, served on a white platter on an ocean blue background. The sunlight is stippled over the top of the golden crust.
Image two: A chef serves a bride a melty serving of raclette cheese on her plate of meats and fruits. Between them is a long, wooden table filled with artisan meats, pickled vegetables, and fresh and dried fruit.
Image three: An appetizer wrapped in filo dough and folded into a triangle is plated on a long white serving platter, steamed spinach lining the platter in a decorative manner.
Image four: A bride shows excitement by throwing her hands in the air at the head table of a reception as a chef fires up a S'mores Station in front of her. In the bride's right hand is a skewer with two marshmallows, ready to be roasted.

03/08/2024

March is Women's History Month, International Women's Day is TODAY, and we have an idea for how to celebrate both: Support a woman-owned business by ordering lunch from us! https://togetherandco.com/contact-us/

Over 25 years ago, our founder Angela Petro (jumping in the second photo!) learned an entire business from the ground up when she founded Together & Company. Today she is fiercely committed to igniting social change for the sake of gender equality and passionate about giving back to the community.

➡️ Order an impactful catered lunch for your team this March. It's a win-win: you get to showcase your values and appreciate your crew all at once. Plus, you'll get to enjoy some incredible food together!

Image descriptions:
Image one: A black and white photo of a group of Team Members outside posing with silly faces, hands in the air, and "bunny ear" fingers behind each other's heads. Overlayed are the Women Owned and Together & Company logos.
Image two: Founder Angela Petro leaps into the air outside on a sunny day, her hands up, an expression of excitement on her face.
Image three: Two servers turn to see who's taking their photo, beaming and laughing under a tent at an outdoor event. Behind them is another server scanning a crowd of guests with a smile.

03/06/2024

We're seeking a Full-Time Baker to push our catering business to the next level! https://togetherandco.com/careers/baker/

ARE YOU:
- A Baker with at least 3 years of commercial kitchen experience
- Strong, confident, and organized in your daily operation
- Motivated to deliver excellence at every level alongside a team that lives it
Then this position might be for you!

WHY TOGETHER & CO:
Together & Company and associated brands are woman-owned businesses with the belief that a culture of inclusivity makes us better. We value our teammates for their unique perspectives and experiences, and we know that our diversity is what fuels our strength and innovation as individuals and a team.

Are you or someone you know interested? 🍪 Learn more details and apply through the link at the beginning of this post.

02/29/2024

From back-of-house ➡️ To your taste buds

We love coming up with creative ways to display and pass the appetizers our Culinary Team cooks up for you. This is our Petite Beef Wellington: beef and mushroom-filled puff pastry served with a Worcestershire aioli. No wonder this guest is impressed!

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Image one: A closeup of golden Petite Beef Wellingtons all in a row on small black square plates. Each Petite Beef Wellington sits atop a dot of Worcestershire aioli, ready to be taken out to pass at an event.
Image two: A guest takes a napkin from a server, smiling, as another guest takes a bite of a Petite Beef Wellington, looking at the appetizer in admiration.

02/08/2024

Our wonderful staff offering the best beverage services - BAR none! (see what we did there...) 🍸

If there's a bar at a Together & Company event, you can expect a TIPS-certified bartender expertly crafting your order and handing it to you with a smile. Plus, we've heard many guests go on and on about the quality of custom cocktails and mocktails that our Beverage Concierge has curated for weddings and corporate events over the years - our passion for service knows no limits, even when it comes to bars and beverages!

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Venue

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Image one: A bartender smiles as she prepares to hand a glass of white wine to a guest during a busy happy hour. The bar is located in the spacious and elegant Social Hall at The Fives, a premier event venue in Columbus.
Image two: A bartender in a black bistro shirt and serving apron pours a red mixer into a rocks glass with a lime wedge on the rim.
Image three: Our Beverage Concierge smiles as hie pours champagne into a flute glass for an event guest under the covered portion of the rooftop Terrace at The Fives.

01/30/2024

We are thrilled to announce our new catering partnership with Grange Insurance Audubon Center! As catering companies who specialize in working with couples and organizations who appreciate great customer service, unique menus, and community-focused values, our teams at Together & Company and sister brand Sweet Carrot are proud to be selected as hospitality partners for this Columbus cornerstone.

Whether you're hosting an inspiring luncheon indoors or a scenic wedding surrounded by the beauty of the Audubon Center grounds, we look forward to making your culinary experiences as memorable as this venue!

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Image descriptions:
Image one: A view down the walkway towards the entrance of Grange Insurance Audubon Center. The walkway is bordered by lush greenery and small stone benches. The building is a contemporary design, with orange structural elements and dark wood siding. Windows are marked with artfully designed white shapes, to prevent birds from flying into the windows.
Image two: A couple in wedding attire stands close on a boardwalk in the middle of a forest. The sun is shining through the sprawling branches of a mature tree.
Image three: Two brides share a dance during their wedding reception. A bright light shines on the dance floor, and family and friends stand around to watch.
Image four: A reception hall filled with natural light is set for dinner. Round tables are decorated with white linens and floral centerpieces. Two servers in all-black are finishing setting tables in the background.

01/18/2024

We've been nominated in Best of Columbus Weddings 2024! 😍 VOTE for Together & Company, nominated under “Caterer: Dinner”.

💛 Cast your vote here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/bocw2024

If you want to show some extra love while voting, make sure to find our exclusive venues, High Line Car House and The Fives Columbus under the Venue categories and give them a vote as well!

We’ve loved serving your weddings over the past 25+ years and look forward to making memories with you at your events for years to come. Thanks for your support!

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Image descriptions:
Image one: A surf and turf dish is plated on a white dinner plate, atop grilled asparagus and sweet potato purée, garnished with a charred red pepper on top and sauce artfully dripped on the side.
Image two: A bride and her bridesmaids stand together on a grassy hillside with blue and bright orange flower bouquets. The bridesmaids are all turned towards the bride, smiling, and she beams back at them.

01/11/2024

With a few months of cold weather behind us, we're craving a summer menu right about now, hbu? 👇

We thought we'd show off two of our featured summer entrées to get you pumped about summer weddings and events:

🦞 Lobster Scampi with Roasted Asparagus and Rainbow Potatoes
🍏 Apple Fennel Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash with a side of Grilled Shish*to Peppers with Caramelized onion and Apricots

Let the countdown to warm and sunny events begin!

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Image one: The meat from two lobster claws is plated atop a bed of Roasted Asparagus and Rainbow Potatoes, with a green garnish on a white dinner plate.
Image two: An acorn squash stuffed with wild rice and apples sits atop a bed of grilled shish*to peppers with caramelized onion and apricots on a white dinner plate.

01/01/2024

This photo of our stellar Events Team belongs on your vision board for 2024 😁 Doesn't just looking at it make you feel joyful?? 💛

Our Team wishes you a happy and healthy New Year! See you for all things catering and events next year! 🍾

Image description:
A black and white photo of servers Carol and Denisha, dressed in their black bistro shirts, turn from their station at the bar on the patio to look at the camera, laughing and smiling. Another server, Robin, stands behind them, smiling and watching the bar for guests.

12/06/2023

Need a custom menu item? "Oui" got you! All puns aside, when Teresa and her French fiancé Victor asked for a raclette station at their autumn wedding at , we of course said "yes" and went all-out!

A popular dish in France, "raclette" (pronounced RACK-let) comes from the French word "to scrape", and refers to both the type of melty cheese used and the way it is served: over roasted potatoes, root veggies, pickles, cured meats, or bread. Say less!

And no, you don't have to be French to have this served at your wedding 😎🧀

What custom food station would you have at your event?

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Planning and Florals by Joan McKinney of Aurora Flora (FB) (IG)
Music organized by ; Ceremony music by

Image descriptions:
Image one: Teresa wears a white, off-the-shoulder wedding dress and smiles while holding a plate of raclette atop cured meats and olives.
Image two: Closeup of a station chef scraping off melty raclette cheese from a wedge in the wheel onto a disposable plate.
Image three: The array of raclette dish options, abundantly nestled next to each other down a long table, buffet-style. A wheel of raclette cheese sits behind the rows of cured meats, pickles, olives, peppers, and crostinis.
Image four: A closeup of the raclette cheese wheel before it's cut. It has a round label on it, with yellow and brown colors in an illustration of a chef using a raclette cheese melter to melt the raclette off a wheel that's been cut in half. The label reads "Raclette Livradoux".

12/02/2023

Hosting bells are ringing! 🍸 You know we've already been rolling out some tips and tricks for hosting parties this season... In our latest blog, learn how to really make a gathering special with these 3 festive cocktail recipes for your holiday party! We even have mocktail adaptations that you can share with your guests who don't drink. 👌

You're sure to get in the holiday "spirits" with this one 😉 Check it out and share with a friend who's looking for something to make their holiday shindig special: https://togetherandco.com/blog-holiday-cocktail-recipes/

Image descriptions:
Image one: Our Mulled Sangria is in a short stemmed glass is garnished with an orange slice and two cinnamon sticks. Evergreen boughs are placed around the glass and white twinkle lights are in the background.
Image two: Overhead view of our bubbling Cranberry Sparkler, garnished with cranberries. In the background are evergreen branches and orange slices, and scattered cranberries at the base.
Image three: A Maple Rosemary Old Fashioned is in a festive rocks glass with a sprig of rosemary resting on the rim. On the table around the drink are cranberries and in the background is out-of-focus greenery and orange slices.

11/21/2023

"After all our guests left, we exhaustedly sat down at the table, downed a glass of wine and swore never to make it that hard on ourselves again." Our latest blog by our founder, Angela Petro, tells the story of a DIY holiday party she and her husband John hosted – and why in the future she will always hire out the catering for her home holiday parties! Check out the full story: https://togetherandco.com/blog-home-holiday-party-catering/

Image descriptions:
Image one: A Together & Company server builds an appetizer on a sheet tray in the kitchen of a private holiday party. The server is smiling as they look down at their work, garnishing the appetizer with micro greens.
Image two: A lavishly decorated private holiday party appetizer table. In the center are two wooden appetizer display stands shaped like evergreen trees, filled with various cheeses, fruit, veggies, and meats. Surrounding these display stand centerpieces are plated appetizers with tongs at the ready for serving. In the background is a window with an artificial decorative tree in front of it, covered in white lights, giving the table a warmly lit glow.

11/14/2023

ORDER DEADLINE EXTENDED! You now have a couple extra days to make this Thanksgiving a breeze. Order your Thanksgiving feast from Together & Co. by 11PM on Thursday 11/16 to impress your guests without lifting a finger! 🦃 https://togetherandco.com/thanksgiving/

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A full roasted turkey sits upon a bed of herbs and roasted veggies, all on a white platter. In front of the turkey are a couple of other Thanksgiving side dishes: Cranberry-Orange Relish and roasted vegetables.

11/09/2023

If you've ever wondered how to choose the best wine for Thanksgiving dinner, our Beverage Concierge Josh Shipley has you covered! In our latest blog, Josh shares guidance on selecting the perfect pairings for your table, including some specific suggestions you can order from our curated Thanksgiving wine list! 🍷 Read all the details in our latest blog: https://togetherandco.com/blog-best-thanksgiving-dinner-wine/

Image descriptions:
Image one: A portrait of Josh holding a stemmed wine glass filled with red wine. Josh is smiling subtly at the camera and his arms are crossed. He is wearing a deep maroon jacket and white collared shirt with maroon and pink accents.
Image two: Josh pours a glass of red wine into a stemmed wine glass on a bar. He is out of focus in the background while the wine glass is centered and in focus.

11/03/2023

Catering packages tied up with string, Bundles will be your favorite thing!

We're making it easy for you to be present with family this year with our Holiday Meal Bundles. It's simple: You order from our Holiday Meal Bundle menu and we deliver and set up a stress-free, crowd-pleasing feast that's easy to clean up. 💛

Secure your delivery slot by filling out an online order form https://togetherandco.com/gourmet-holiday-bundle/

Image descriptions:
Image one: A Glazed Ham is sliced on a platter of citrus, cranberries, and evergreen leaves. In the background is an out-of-focus green wreath with golden orbs coming from stringed lights.
Image two: An overhead shot of Traditional Apple Stuffing in a white casserole dish sits on a wooden table next to a white platter of Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, garnished with lemon slices.
Image three: A long, black and white plate with rounded edges holds a mix of Mini Pumpkin, Apple, and Pecan Bars garnished with apples, pecans, and a cinnamon stick. On the bottom right of the frame are a couple of Pumpkin Bars on a cooling rack with parchment. On the top part of the frame is winter greenery with shiny gold and yellow ornament baubles.

10/30/2023

"As an HR Professional, I have planned many company holiday parties. While fun and rewarding, I have always found the task of ordering the catering to be somewhat overwhelming. Will there be enough food? Did I choose enough variety? Am I accommodating everyone’s dietary restrictions? Over my years of working in the field I have learned the solution to all of these concerns..."

Have you been tasked with planning your company's holiday party? Our Director of HR wrote a blog to help guide you in the right direction: https://togetherandco.com/blog-company-holiday-party-catering/

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Image description:
A line of guests wait at a chef's station at a holiday party at the High Line Car House. One guest wearing black in the foreground receives a plate from the chef, smiling. Other guests in line in the background smile as they look at the food at the station.

10/04/2023

Your Thanksgiving menu is HERE! We're back to lessen the stress of your day with the best flavors in town. Whether you need a full Thanksgiving feast or just a few sides, enjoy homemade holiday favorites ready to heat & serve.

Visit our website for details! 🦃💛 https://togetherandco.com/thanksgiving/

Image descriptions:
Image one: A Thanksgiving spread is set out on a table. In the foreground is Roasted & Sliced Turkey Breast garnished with sliced lemons and rosemary on a long white plate. Behind this dish are three other dishes slightly out of focus: Traditional Apple Sage Stuffing, Cranberry Orange Relish, and Green Bean Casserole with Bacon Crumble.
Image two: A Thanksgiving dinner spread styled on a white table. A Whole Turkey on a bed of roasted root vegetables sits on a white plate and wooden cutting board. In the foreground is a mix of roasted carrots and brussel sprouts in a ceramic white casserole dish. Next to it in a small wooden bowl is Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish.
Image three: A closeup of our cheesy, gooey Mac 'N' Cheese side in a cast iron skillet.