Plant-based catering from the chefs behind Fern, Charlotte's vegan restaurant for 15 years.

 

At Something Classic, vegetarian and vegan catering is never an afterthought. For 15 years our family of companies ran Fern, a beloved vegan and vegetarian restaurant, and those recipes live on in our catering kitchen today. Whether your whole menu is plant-based or you simply want your vegan guests to eat as well as everyone else, we create menus that win over every guest at the table.

 

Rooted in Fern

Fern earned a following for proving that plant-based food can be generous, colorful and deeply satisfying. Our chefs bring that same approach to vegan weddings, corporate events and private parties across the Carolinas, with recipes refined over a decade and a half and made from scratch with whole ingredients.

 

Vegan & Vegetarian Menu Highlights

A sampling from our buffet, seated dinner and Fern-inspired menus. Our menus change with the seasons, so ask us what's fresh.

 

Starters & Soups

Wild Mushroom Soup with sherry, shallots and cream (vegetarian, fall and winter)

Acorn Squash Bowl (vegan)

Curried "Chicken" Salad with smashed chickpeas, golden raisins and scallions (vegan)

 

Entrées

Creamy Polenta with roasted mushrooms, red peppers and Brussels sprouts (vegan)

Ratatouille Gratin, a spiral of zucchini, eggplant, tomato and red pepper with roasted garlic and olive oil (vegan)

Oven-Roasted "Feta" Tomatoes over white bean brodo with spinach, garlic and carrots (vegan)

Rustic Shepherd's Pie (vegan)

Tuscan Stuffed Peppers with plant-based "beef," basmati rice and vodka sauce (vegan)

Tuscan Gnocchi with spinach, cream, garlic and cherry tomatoes (vegetarian)

Zucchini & Ricotta Lasagne layered with mozzarella and tomato ragout (vegetarian)

Truffle Mac & Cheese (vegan)

 

Desserts

Carrot Cake with chai "cream cheese" frosting (vegan)

Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust (vegan)

Dark Chocolate Dipped Bourbon Pecan Truffles (vegan)

 

Plant-Based Catering for Every Guest

We regularly cater for mixed groups, so one menu can serve everyone. Ask us about fully vegan menus, vegetarian menus with dairy and eggs, gluten-free selections and kosher-style menus, or add vegan and vegetarian options to any buffet, plated dinner or boxed lunch.

 

Grown in Our Own Garden

Many of our herbs, specialty vegetables and floral garnishes come from our own Mother Earth Group garden, along with honey from our own beehives. We source from local farms such as Barbee Farms and Patterson Farm, serve on compostable plates at no extra charge, and compost our kitchen scraps.

 

Vegan Catering for Weddings, Offices & Holidays

Vegan wedding catering and rehearsal dinners

Corporate lunches and meetings, including vegan boxed lunches

Holiday gatherings, including our vegan Thanksgiving menu

Private parties and cocktail receptions

 

Let's Plan Your Menu

Call us at 704.377.4202 or visit our Contact page for a custom vegan or vegetarian catering proposal.

 

Vegan & Vegetarian Catering FAQ

Can you cater a fully vegan wedding or event?

Yes. Our vegan menus draw on 15 years of recipes from Fern, our former vegan restaurant, and cover everything from hors d'oeuvres to dessert.

 

Can you mix vegan and traditional dishes on one menu?

Yes. Most of our events serve a mix of diets, and we label each dish so guests know what they can enjoy.

 

Do you offer vegan boxed lunches?

Yes. Several of our boxed lunch sandwiches and salads are vegan or can be made vegan, including our Curried "Chicken" Salad.

 

Do you offer gluten-free options too?

Yes. Tell us about your guests' needs and we will build the menu around them.

 

Do you have a vegan Thanksgiving menu?

Yes. Our vegan holiday menu uses recipes from Fern.