Zest Catering

03/20/2023

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01/24/2023

Long, but important post:

In 2014 I decided to pursue a childhood dream and do something in the food industry. I decided to try my hand at catering and see where it leads. So with little to no experience in the food industry, other than knowing how to cook, I took $300 and put it in a business checking account only to find that over half of it would be gone by the end of the week after purchasing the necessary licenses and permits just to exist as a business.

In the first days of Zest, I was met with much encouragement and excitement, but at the same time there were some who questioned my decision and warned me of the risks and tried to steer me in a different direction. So here I am 9 years later so glad I didn’t listen to them and took the risk!

Over the past 9 years I’ve made some incredible memories and met some awesome people. I have had the opportunity to cook for and serve over 20,000 people! Often times while grocery shopping I would get stopped by people letting me know when and where they’ve had my food or my favorite someone asking me, “you’re that Zest guy, aren’t you?” My goal for Zest has always been to make people happy with food.

This will be a shock to most, but I say all of this to say that March 31, 2023 will be Zest’s last day of business. I know many people’s first response will be: Why? There are several reasons for this decision, but it IS NOT because business has been bad or because of the local economy. In fact, business couldn’t be better! Fortunately, for 9 years, I’ve been able to operate Zest completely debt free. All I know to say is that it’s time for me to close this chapter of my life.

On a positive note, I do plan to occasionally do Zest One Nights and cooking classes at various locations to be announced at a later time. You may even see me cater an event here and there.

To wrap up this post I want to say THANK YOU to everyone who has supported Zest in any way over the years! You’ve made Zest possible!

Thanks & Much Love,

Shawn Campbell
Chef/Owner/That Zest Guy

11/18/2022

Online ordering for Thanksgiving closes this weekend! Hurry and get those orders in!

In case you missed it, our online ordering for Thanksgiving is open on our website! Head on over to zestcaters.com/thanksgiving to place your order today!

11/10/2022

There are just 10 days left for you to get your Thanksgiving orders in. Don't wait, order today!

In case you missed it, our online ordering for Thanksgiving is open on our website! Head on over to zestcaters.com/thanksgiving to place your order today!

11/01/2022

In case you missed it, our online ordering for Thanksgiving is open on our website! Head on over to zestcaters.com/thanksgiving to place your order today!

10/14/2022

Our Thanksgiving catering offerings are live our our website. You'll be able make your selections and checkout all from there.

Here's a few things to note:

We have several different size options you can choose from: The serving sizes for each are listed on our website. If there are things you're wanting that are not listed, reach out to us and we'll work out the details.

All sides and meats will be prepped for "bake/heat and serve." We'll provide necessary instructions when you pickup your food.
All orders must be submitted by 11/20/2022 by 5pm.

Lastly, in order to be able to travel and spend time with our family, all orders must be picked up at Zest Catering the day before Thanksgiving between 12:00pm and 4:00pm or Thanksgiving morning between 8:30am and 9:30am. You'll be able to note whichever you choose prior to checking out.

Please let us any questions you may have! Thanks for shopping local and choosing Zest!

10/13/2022

The wait it over! Zest One Night: Country Kitchen is tonight! Doors open at 5:30. We’ll be here until 7:30 or until we sellout, whichever comes first!

Everything will be boxed up for takeaway. However, you can choose to dine in if you wish! Due to the high in-person demand, we won’t be taking these or call-in orders!

See ya soon!

10/07/2022

Our Thanksgiving Online ordering opens up next Friday!

Drop us a comment below letting us know what menu items you would like to see offered!

We know it's early, but Thanksgiving will be here before you know it! We're currently planning our Thanksgiving menu offerings for this year.

Continuing our take-and-bake style offerings:

- What menu items would you like to see offered?

- Would you be interested in pre-prepped, seasoned, ready-to-cook whole Turkey?

Online ordering will begin 10/14/22

09/23/2022

We know it's early, but Thanksgiving will be here before you know it! We're currently planning our Thanksgiving menu offerings for this year.

Continuing our take-and-bake style offerings:

- What menu items would you like to see offered?

- Would you be interested in pre-prepped, seasoned, ready-to-cook whole Turkey?

Online ordering will begin 10/14/22

09/10/2022

We will be unavailable by phone until 9/22/22 due to being out of the country. Feel free to message us here on Facebook or by email.
We’ll get back to you asap.

08/19/2022

Our calendar for the month of December is filling up! Have you booked your Christmas party yet? Don't wait before it's too late! Get in touch with us today!

Have you booked your Christmas party yet? Don't wait before it's too late! Get in touch with us today!

07/01/2022

Today marks a big day for Zest Catering! It’s the end of year 8 and day 1 of year 9! It's been an incredible journey so far and it wouldn’t have been possible without all of our great customers over the years, many who have been with Zest from the beginning. So THANK YOU! I am excited for what this next year has in store!

06/17/2022

Great night serving up some dinner for the Norton Internal Medicine Graduation!

03/01/2022

Book Zest today! We’ve got you covered for any kind of event. Call, email, or text!
[email protected]
276-207-8148

02/03/2022

2 More hours left! Come get some country cookin’!

Who's ready for some country cookin' tonight? We've updated the menu and replaced the pot pies with BBQ country style pork ribs due to supply shortages.

Doors will open at 5:30.
Everything will be boxed up for carry-out; however, we will have limited indoor seating.
No reservations needed. First come, first serve.
We'll be open until 8:00pm or until we sell out!

02/03/2022

Who's ready for some country cookin' tonight? We've updated the menu and replaced the pot pies with BBQ country style pork ribs due to supply shortages.

Doors will open at 5:30.
Everything will be boxed up for carry-out; however, we will have limited indoor seating.
No reservations needed. First come, first serve.
We'll be open until 8:00pm or until we sell out!

01/27/2022

We’ve still got 1 seat left for tonight’s cooking class! Booking will close at 2:00pm!

We’ve got 1 seat left for our Italian Cooking Class next week! Don’t miss it! Head on over to our website and book your seat before they’re gone!
www.zestcaters.com/cooking-classes

01/22/2022

01/21/2022

We’ve got 1 seat left for our Italian Cooking Class next week! Don’t miss it! Head on over to our website and book your seat before they’re gone!
www.zestcaters.com/cooking-classes

01/19/2022

Zest One Night Update:

Unfortunately, due to supply shortages for food, carry out boxes, other items and possible weather we are going to postpone tomorrow’s Zest One Night until February 3, 2022.

We hope you can join us on February 3rd! Thanks for your understanding.

Until then, we do have 5 seats available for next weeks Zest Cooking Class!

01/17/2022

Update: 5 Seats Left

If you’ve never taken a Zest Cooking Class, now is your chance! Come join us in January 27 for a fun entertaining evening and get a delicious 3-course meal while you’re at it. Our classes are primarily an observation style class, but we still may ask for a helping hand.

Don’t wait! Head on over to our website and book your seat today! 7 seats remain for this months class!

Book your seat today and use the promo code: SNOW and receive 10% off your purchase.

www.zestcaters.com/cooking-classes

01/07/2022

We’ve got our first Zest One Night of 2022 on the books, and it’s a crowd favorite: Country Kitchen! We can’t wait to serve up some of our favorites to you!

And…

It’s been way too long, but the wait is over! Our first cooking class since Covid is open for booking! Head on over to our website to grab your seat before they’re gone!

12/30/2021

We're working on some cooking classes for January and February! Who's interested? What do you want to learn to cook? Also, keep an eye out for some Zest One Night's in the near future!

12/02/2021

First Christmas party of the year!