“Serving love, one plate at a time."

SAUCE ON THE SIDE VS. TRADITIONAL CATERING SERVICES

mobility & flexibility

We prepare our delicious offerings fresh and bring them directly to your event location or cook them on site. We can create a fun, lively and interactive atmosphere where guests can enjoy a variety of cuisines.

DIVERSE AND CREATIVE MENU

We can provide culinary delights to satisfy tastes and dietary preferences. From gently smoked, sauce free, BBQ options to traditional main entrée meats and house-made sides and desserts – allowing you to curate a unique dining experience for your guests.

COST CONSIDERATIONS

We offer a cost-effective option for many events. We operate independently and have lower overhead costs compared to traditional catering services. This translates to more affordable pricing for your event, especially if you are hosting a casual gathering or wanting a unique and memorable dining experience.

SERVICE STYLE & GUEST EXPERIENCE

We provide a unique and interactive dining experience for guests. We create an engaging atmosphere for guests as their meals are prepared fresh onsite. We offer a vibrant and casual ambience, perfect for events with a relaxed or festive vibe – through window service from the truck or a buffet style service.

LOGISTICS & SPACE REQUIREMENTS

We require limited space to park and operate, considering factors such as accessibility, clean, flat surface, parking regulations, and the flow of foot traffic. We have a mobile kitchen that provides the freshest food onsite.

SAUCE ON THE SIDE offers a dynamic and interactive atmosphere, creating a memorable dining experience for you and your guests.

TRADITIONAL CATERING: WELL-EQUIPPED PREP AREA REQUIREMENTS

A well-equipped kitchen or preparation area is required at the venue. IF not available, additional equipment and logistics may need to be arranged – adding a significant expense to the overall cost.

TRADITIONAL CATERING: REQUIRE DESIGNATED VENUE

A kitchen or food preparation area is required. Limited to indoor venues or require additional logistical arrangements such as large event tents or food transportation.

TRADITIONAL CATERING: TYPICAL FORMAL DINING

Provides a more formal, less interactive dining experience with plated meals or buffet-style setups. A dining experience that has been duplicated many times over and leaves a less than memorable experience for you and your guests.

TRADITIONAL CATERING: HIGHER OVERALL COSTS

Traditional services often involve more extensive logistics, staffing, and equipment requirements, which can contribute to higher overall costs.

TRADITIONAL CATERERING: STRUCTURED & FORMAL

Provides a more formal and structured dining experience with professional waitstaff, table service traditionally expected at elevated weddings, corporate galas, or formal occasions.