Business Details
Fresh Seasonal Catering Services in Durham, NC
At Green Planet Catering, we have dedicated ourselves to redefining event cuisine through our commitment to seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Our expertise stems from years of cultivating produce and herbs on our own plots, combined with partnerships with regional farmers who share our passion for sustainability. We specialize in crafting menus that highlight the freshest available ingredients, ensuring every dish reflects the natural flavors of the season. Our team brings extensive experience in both agriculture and culinary arts, allowing us to create innovative presentations that cater to diverse event stylesfrom casual office lunches to formal celebrations. We maintain an on-site herb garden year-round to guarantee quality and freshness, supplementing our offerings with responsibly sourced seafood and meats when needed.Our approach emphasizes transparency in sourcing and collaboration with local producers to support community agriculture. With a proven track record in executing seamless catering services, we prioritize client satisfaction through personalized menu consultations and reliable service execution. Our dedication to environmental stewardship informs every aspect of our operations, from ingredient selection to waste reduction practices. By integrating our farming knowledge with culinary expertise, we deliver distinctive dining experiences that align with both client preferences and seasonal availability. This holistic approach has earned us recognition for quality and innovation in the catering industry.
Services
Event Catering
Delivery Menus
Holiday Catering
Office Lunches
Vegan Buffets
Highlights and features
- We grow many ingredients on our own educational farm for guaranteed freshness
- Our team combines agricultural expertise with professional culinary experience
- We maintain a year-round herb garden at our facility
- We partner exclusively with local farmers committed to sustainable practices
- We offer customized menu planning based on seasonal ingredient availability
What people say
Delicious food
Exceptional service
More than enough food
Gave recipes
Well received by staff
Services
Event Catering
We provide customized catering solutions for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. Our menus feature seasonal ingredients sourced from our farm and local producers. Our experienced team executes flawless service for events ranging from intimate dinners to large-scale receptions.
Delivery Menus
Our delivery service offers fresh boxed lunches, hot buffets, and salads for office events and meetings. Menus include grab-and-go options with same-day delivery available. We ensure food arrives at peak freshness with proper temperature control.
Holiday Catering
Specialized holiday menus feature festive dishes made with peak-season ingredients. We create customized spreads for office luncheons, family gatherings, and special celebrations. Our holiday service includes menu consultation and event timing coordination.
Vegan Buffets
We design all-vegan buffets featuring diverse, flavorful dishes that appeal to both plant-based eaters and omnivores. Menus showcase seasonal vegetables, legumes, and grains prepared with creative culinary techniques. Our vegan options maintain the same quality standards as all our catering services.
Office Lunches
Our office lunch service provides fresh, convenient meal solutions for businesses. Options include hot buffet service, boxed meals, and salad bars tailored to workplace dietary preferences. We accommodate specific timing requirements for seamless delivery and setup.
People
Daniel Whittaker
Owner
Daniel Whittaker founded Green Planet Catering with a vision to connect local agriculture with event cuisine. With five years of experience managing the company's educational farm, he oversees ingredient sourcing and sustainability practices.
Patrick Cowden
Executive Chef
Chef Patrick Cowden leads our culinary team with expertise in seasonal menu development. He transforms locally sourced ingredients into innovative dishes that highlight regional flavors while maintaining strict quality standards for all catering events.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, office lunches, and social gatherings of all sizes.
Do you offer vegan/vegetarian options?
Yes, we create plant-based menus featuring seasonal produce, including our popular all-vegan buffet options.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least 4-6 weeks in advance for large events, though we accommodate shorter timelines when possible.
Can I customize my menu?
Yes, we work with clients to create customized menus based on dietary needs, event themes, and seasonal ingredient availability.
Do you provide delivery and setup?
Yes, we offer delivery and full setup service for all catering orders within our service area.
Where do your ingredients come from?
Many ingredients come from our own farm, with supplements from local farmers committed to sustainable practices.
Reviews (4)
Alyssa Onder
Jun 16, 2022
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BDP is simply incredible. From the gorgeous, unique space to the outstanding food and drinks-I can't recommend BDP enough. We had our wedding here in late spring 2022 and it was the best experience. The staff is so friendly and helpful, especially Jasmine who coordinated our entire event. If you're looking for a unique venue with great food but don't want the stress of wedding planning, BDP is it. They do it all.
Tammy Owins
Apr 26, 2022
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Here for a special event Green City Market Sustainable Supper. Well plated, multi course plant based meal with meat option and dessert. Food, service, wine was all very good. The business has won multiple awards for sustainable practices, day cantina, great event space and accessible rest area.
Anasazi Bhakti
Apr 15, 2022
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I threw a lot of events and it's so important to us to make sure that we aren't just providing great food but we're partnering with someone sustainable. I found both of these while working with BDP. They helped us curate a menu, and were so flexible when it came to presentation, timing, and creative add-ons I would definitely partner with them again.
Ryan Mac
Nov 27, 2021
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We can't recommend BPD enough as a perfect intimate wedding location in Chicago. On our third attempt to have a wedding thanks to a pesky global pandemic, our minds were eased by the straightforward planning process. When the day came we were amazing at how beautiful the setting was during the ceremony in daylight and then lit up after dark. The food and service were also top notch.
