business spotlight
Dupre Catering
Gourmet Food with a Southern Flair by Kristi Antley
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erve a gourmet meal at your next event without stepping foot into the kitchen! Fully enjoy time with your guests by allowing Dupre Catering to take care of the details with full-service catering—from setup to serving and cleanup—all done with a smile. Or perhaps you have a party of six to eight and need catering on a smaller scale; Dupre Catering takes pride in hosting intimate get-togethers and parties as well as weddings, anniversaries, life celebrations, corporate functions, social club meetings, galas, and birthday and graduation parties. Make weeknight meals at home with the family easy with a delivery of Simply Dupre’s home-style prepared meals. Family owned and operated in the Vista area of Columbia, Dupre CaterDupre Percival ing is there to make life easier for you. Founded on Dupre Percival’s passion for people, food and food service, the company creates extraordinary experiences and memorable events for every occasion. The owners and staff realize how important food and beverages are to the success of an event. They offer a wide range of options to accommodate you and your guests’ dietary needs and taste buds. Committed to excellence in service, each menu is designed according to the vision of the client with the highest standards of taste, quality and creativity. Percival and his son, Robert Percival, both manage the business with the expertise and hard work of an incredible staff to guarantee that guests are both impressed and satisfied when they leave the catered venue. Finding that perfect venue can also prove challenging; Dupre Catering has several picturesque locations in Columbia, known as Senate’s End, nestled between a wooded ravine and the Congaree River, for weddings or other monumental events. Overlooking the historic Gervais Street Bridge, in the Vista, the property is a hidden gem in the heart of downtown Columbia—a convenient location for residents living in Lexington, Irmo, West Columbia, Forest Acres or on the University of Columbia campus. A natural photogenic environment with great amenities, such as ample parking, hotels close in proximity and vibrant shopping areas, make this location very desirable and comfortable.
The holidays are almost here, and Dupre Catering knows how it feels to miss the fun because the host is cooking, preparing, serving or cleaning. Ready-to-serve meals are an easy way to focus on your family while still providing quality nourishment to your loved ones. Main dishes and sides serve 12 to 15 people each and can be customized to fit your needs. Pickup is available at Senate’s End or The Market Restaurant, also operated by Dupre, at the S.C. State Farmers Market, and delivery is available upon request. Some favorite holiday menu options are: • Pot roast and gravy • Pit-cooked glazed ham • Herb-butter roasted turkey • Sweet potato casserole • Baked macaroni and cheese • Country-style green beans Take a few minutes today and call to order Dupre’s Family Feast for the holidays or browse their website for other amazing menu options. Dupre Catering is located at 316 Senate St., in Columbia. For more information or to place an order, call 803-351-2130 or visit DupreCatering.com. Also visit Instagram.com: @ DupreCateringAndEvents or @SenatesEnd, or Facebook.com: @DupreCateringEvents or @ SenatesEnd. See ad, page 32.
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