Hy Vee is a chain of grocery stores with various locations across the United states. They offer online grocery shopping, but you might not know that they also have a fantastic catering service.
If you want to know more about their menu and services then you are in the right place. We have put together this guide to tell you everything that you need to know.
What Is HyVee?
HyVee began as a simple grocery store in Iowa that was dedicated to offering ‘good merchandise, appreciative service and low prices’.
It opened in the 1930s and has continued to grow and develop, with innovative ideas and market leading strategies. In the 1940s they opened their first self-service store and even had a frozen cart. By the end of the 1940s they had opened 29 stores.
In the 1950s the name was changed to Hy-Vee, a combination of the names of the founders – Hyde and Vrendenburg. More and more stores were opened over the next few decades with over 200 stores in operation by 2010.
The stores are located across 8 different states – Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
As well as the stores, Hy-Vee also offers online grocery shopping services which came into action in 2015 with delivery options available. They also offer an online HyVee catering service.
Why Choose Hy Vee?
There are many reasons why you might choose to use Hy-Vee catering for your next event.
Sustainability
Hy-Vee is recognised by Green Peace as a sustainable company. It has ranked in the top 5 and top three out of 25 largest supermarket chains considered a responsible choice.
Their stores are designed to be as eco-friendly as possible, with solar panels, energy saving LED lighting, architecture that utilizes natural light, daytime lighting controls, energy efficient refrigeration, and electrical vehicle charging stations.
Hy-Vee is always looking for more ways to reduce their carbon footprint as a priority.
Hy-Vee has replaced a lot of their plastic packaging with recyclable alternatives and they are always looking for new solutions to help reduce waste.
They are also taking steps to reduce their food waste. The Hy-Vee distribution centers are TRUE Zero Waste certified.
The sustainability project that has gained the most recognition is probably Hy-Vee’s Responsible Choice Seafood initiative.
Hy-Vee was the first retailer in the Midwest to source 100% of their seafood from environmentally responsible and sustainable sources.
They are committed to protecting the ocean’s resources. As part of this initiative, Hy-Vee publicly publishes a list of their seafood suppliers to ensure accountability.
As part of their commitment to sustainability, Hy-Vee encourages their customers to use reusable bags, recycle their plastic bags at the recycle stations located in Hy-Vee stores, use electric vehicles and charge them at the stations found outside the stores, and purchase green products where possible.
Hy-Vee works with a lot of charities to improve the lives of their customers and people in the wider community. Some of the charities that they work with and donate to include:
Variety The Children’s Charity
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Hy-Vee KidsFit
One Step
Homefront
The Healthy You Mobile
They are also committed to training and education and have funded scholarships through the Hy-Vee Foundation.
Reliability
The original store that started off the business opened over 90 years ago. Since then the company has grown and become an established and respected name in the industry.
As a customer of Hy-Vee you benefit from the experience and the reliability of the brand.
Hy-Vee is a multi-award winning company with recent recognitions such as:
USA Today’s No 2 Best Supermarket in America 2022
World’s Greatest Grocer 2022
Midwest Retailer Of The Year 2022
Great Place To Work Certified 2022
Diversity & Inclusion Award Winner 2022
HyVee Catering
There are lots of great options when it comes to HyVee catering. Here are some of the menu items on offer.
Fruit & Veggie Trays
If you are looking for something colorful and healthy to add to your buffet table then why not try one of the fruit and veggie trays? Choose from delicious options like a fruit pizza, a sparkling berry hostess tray, melon madness, signature premier vegetable platter, dill dip appetizer platter, or the classic vegetable tray.
Seafood Trays
Seafood trays are perfect for adding some sophistication to your party. You can choose from various sushi trays, shrimp and crab cocktails, an Asian shrimp platter, surimi crab and different flavors of salmon.
The seafood is beautifully arranged on the platters which makes it very appetizing for your guests.
Charcuterie Trays
Meats, cheeses and various charcuterie trays are the ideal addition to any party table.
Whether you go for a deluxe grazing board with deli meats, cheeses, roasted almonds, peppadews, olives, crackers and pickles, or something more simple like the Caprese salad platter, your guests will love the variety.
You can also get vegetarian cheese boards, a formaggio snack tray or a hummus tray. For all of the meat lovers there are meat-only boards with plenty of choice. All of the food is easy to eat with your fingers, perfect for drinks receptions and large parties.
Sandwich & Sub Trays
If you have a lot of people to cater for then it is always a good idea to provide some sandwiches and subs. They are filling, easy to eat and tend to please the crowd.
Whether you want pinwheels, sliders, skewers, super subs, filled croissants, ciabatta sandwiches, or a signature ring sub, you will definitely find something that ticks your boxes.
Chicken Wings
Nothing goes down better at a party than a tray of succulent chicken wings. You can choose from spicy buffalo wings, Asian wings, BBQ wings, honey mustard wings or honey garlic wings.
You can also get a combination of different flavors on one tray and you can choose boneless or classic wings.
If you have a special occasion to cater for, like Thanksgiving or Christmas, you can choose from a great selection of holiday meals.
The brunch option includes orange juice, quiche, egg casserole, biscuits and gravy, hash browns, bacon, sausage and much more.
You could go for the festive turkey feast for 12 people which includes a butterball turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, bread rolls, and your choice of classic sides like cranberry sauce, buttered corn, green bean casserole, white cheddar macaroni and even desserts.
You might prefer a baked ham or prime rib dinner with all of the trimmings instead.
Meat Bundles
The meat bundles are great if you want to cook your own meat or you are hosting a BBQ or cookout. They come in various different sizes with a bundle to suit every budget.
You can choose from items such as ground chuck patties, pork loin chops, pork loin ribeye chops, Italian sausage links, Bratwurst links, bacon wrapped turkey tenderloins, chicken breasts, chicken leg quarters, beef steaks and more.
Hors D’oeuvres, Salads & Sides
Of course, you might want some side dishes or appetizers to give your guests more options when it comes to the food on offer.
You can choose from tasty treats like cocktail sausages, deviled eggs, fried chicken, meatballs, bruschetta, and dips. You can select from a range of classic salads like caesar salad, coleslaw, potato salad, pasta salad and much more.
Finally, you can also order classic sides like smoked baked beans, parmesan potatoes, pilaf rice, au gratin potatoes, hash brown casserole, macaroni and cheese and many more.
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Catered Meals
Catered meals can be ordered for a minimum of 10 people. They are perfect for smaller gatherings or working lunches. Choose from:
Classic Picnic – hot dog/hamburger, potato chips and drink
Continental Breakfast – bagels and pastries with orange juice and coffee
Executive Box Lunch – sandwich/wrap with a choice of 4 side dishes
Old Fashioned Lunch Box – sandwich, chips, fruit, cookie
Pick 6 Breakfast – 6 items chosen from a list of breakfast foods
Buffets & Speciality Bars
If you don’t have the time or the energy to put together your own buffet you can choose one of the pre-selected options.
You can choose between the build your own salad bar, the bratwurst bar, the Asian food bar, the Hickory house meal bar, the pasta bar, the classic crowd pleaser buffet, the pizza bar, the sandwich bar and many more. There’s even a cheesecake bar and a yogurt bar for something sweet.
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Weddings & Events
Along with all of these fantastic options. HyVee catering also offers packages for Weddings and Special events. Whether it is a black tie event or something more casual, they will be able to sort out all of the food and beverages.
How To Order
To order your HyVee catering simply log in to the website. You will be able to see which options are available at your local store and also check the delivery options that are available in your area.
Summary
HyVee catering is a great option if you are organising for an event. Whether you want classic buffet platters or something a little different, there will be something to please every guest and suit every occasion.
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