Known for their myriad of delectable sandwiches and fine European wines, Old World Deli is Bellingham’s go-to location for thoughtful food and drink served at a reasonable price. But the deli isn’t just a nice spot to grab a sit-down lunch; they also offer an extensive catering menu that can be used for your next office party, staff lunch or family event.
Owner Christos Adams says catering has been part of the business for years – and over time they’ve garnered quite the fan base. Many businesses are now regular customers of their specialized catering menu, which supplies everything from breakfast to dinner. Old World Deli has got you covered if you need a tasty meal for a large group. Most of their catering items can serve up to 20 persons. If you need to place an order for more than that, it must be made at least 48 hours in advance to give Christos and his staff time to prepare.
Catered lunches include a choice of sandwich boxed lunches and salad boxed lunches. The best part? It isn’t just one or the other. Instead, you can choose from many of the salads and sandwiches Old World Deli has on their in-house menu. Top your meal off with a desert cookie platter or artisanal meat and cheese plate. Your guests will be delighted.
“We cater all the time,” Christos says. “I think we do it more than people think. This is something that happens weekly, sometimes we even have multiple catering orders in a day.”
Delivery is available for most catering orders. Christos says the best part of personally bringing the customer their meal is hearing the praise you get in return. Recently, after making a delivery, he was told by a client that Old World Deli had the best catering service in Bellingham. The client told him it was because of Old World’s willingness to accommodate all kinds of diets. For example, this specific customer’s group included a pescatarian and vegetarian. Old World Deli’s catering menu provided enough options to satisfy everyone at that business luncheon.
Old World Deli also offers wine for catered events. Christos says they usually opt to sell by the glass, which ensures everyone gets what they want. Old World Deli has a variety of wines for sale and a large selection of natural wines. Natural wine is farmed organically and created without removing or adding anything during the fermentation process. Natural wine tends to provide drinkers with a cleaner taste and a “living” beverage chock full of naturally-occurring microbiology.
“I would say we have the best natural wine selection in Whatcom County,” Christos says. Fortunately, their natural wine isn’t only available as a catering option – you can purchase a bottle throughout the day during business hours. Or, if you aren’t sure about getting a whole bottle, try some of their natural wine options during Old World Deli’s 10 wines for $10 monthly wine tasting night. This month’s event will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on May 31.
Another unique aspect to Old World Deli’s ever-evolving eatery is the ability to rent the space. Christos says it doesn’t happen too frequently, but they allow customers to rent the space for rehearsal dinners, parties and various events. If a customer is renting out the space, Christos and Anna negotiate a price that depends on whether the client wishes to rent half or the whole restaurant. Renting half the restaurant allows the deli to stay open during the event.
Whether it’s the catering menu or evening specials, natural wine or Paella Night, Old World Deli continuously comes up with exciting events, new offerings and delicious menu items to keep Whatcom County happy and salivating for more.
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