Culinary Excellence, Simplified
We strongly believe that high quality event dining creates a memorable experience that you and your guests will talk about for years to come. Our catering partners are carefully selected based on long standing relationships and consistent high quality performance within the event industry.
Planning is made easy with our Event Management team moving seamlessly between venue, catering and bar details, curating a comprehensive experience that brings your event visions to life.
Farmers & Foragers
Farm-to-Table | Community Driven
Vermont Farmers & Foragers is owned by Solomon Bayer-Pacht, who is also the lead partner in the Old Lantern Events Barn management group.
True to their name, Farmers & Foragers builds menus around locally sourced ingredients from more than a dozen Vermont farm partners, ensuring peak freshness and supporting our agricultural community. The result? Food that tastes like Vermont – seasonal, vibrant, and unforgettable.
What Sets F&F Apart:
- Seasonal Menus | Menus change throughout the year to highlight the best ingredients available from local farms
- Farm Partnerships | Direct relationships with 14+ Vermont farms and producers ensure quality and sustainability
Menu Style:
Hor D’oeuvres and appetizers are passed to guests and presented in artisan platter displays. Starters are encouraged to be served family style to set the tone as guests converse at their tables. Dinner menus are curated to present well for large groups in a buffet setting. Cap off the evening with Late Night Bites to keep the dance floor fueled & the party going!
Popular Menu Highlights:
- Maple-glazed Vermont pork with apple chutney
- Pan-seared Lake Champlain trout with seasonal vegetables
- Wood-fired pizzas featuring local cheeses and vegetables
- Seasonal salads with ingredients from partner farms
- Farm-fresh cheese and charcuterie displays
Farmers & Foragers operates seasonally from their food truck at Dockside Burlington Marina and year-round from the kitchen at the Old Lantern Events Barn.
The event management team works seamlessly with both the venue & catering group to create a menu that reflects your tastes and the season’s best offerings.
Backyard Bistro
Vermont Comfort with Gourmet Flair
Backyard Bistro is a beloved staple of the Charlotte food scene, owned and operated by Adam & Jill Spell. Known for their approachable menus and exceptional service, Backyard Bistro brings warmth, creativity, and crowd-pleasing flavors to every event they cater.
From wood-fired pizza to an impressive chef’s table prime rib carving station, their vast menu offerings ensure there’s something for every palate – whether you’re hosting a laid-back celebration or an upscale dinner reception.
The Backyard Experience:
- Approachable Elegance | Comfort food elevated with gourmet techniques and presentation
- Versatile Menus | From casual BBQ chefs table Prime Rib carving stations, there is something for every palate and culinary vibe within the Backyard catering menus
Menu Styles Available:
Passed and stationary appetizers ensure there is something for everyone, whether you’re looking to camp out by the fondue table or grab a pig-in-a-blanket and hit the Corn Hole game. The seated meal begins with bread baskets and plated salads served to the tables. Guests are invited to the buffet where the exceptional catering team serves up crowd pleasing favorites
Popular Menu Highlights:
- Chef's table prime rib carving station
- Wood-fired pizzas with Vermont cheese and seasonal toppings
- Vermont maple BBQ with all the classic sides
- Fresh pasta stations with multiple sauce options
- Seasonal salads and vegetable displays
Backyard Bistro’s team brings the same care and attention to your private event that they bring to their Charlotte restaurant.
The relationship between Backyard Bistro and Old Lantern dates back many seasons. Our event management team has extensive experience curating menus and coordinating catering with Backyard Bistro owners & staff, making for a streamlined planning process.
FAQ: Can we hire an outside catering company?
While we strongly recommend that clients use our preferred caterers, we do consider outside catering on a case-by-case basis. A service fee will be applied to events with outside catering as these events require our management team to spend significant administrative and coordination time.
FAQ: Why do you recommend in-house catering?
Vermont has many talented culinary professionals, but catering companies are also the source of staffing for each event. Our in-house team is not only familiar with our space, but also trained to meet our standards of service. When our team is in charge, it’s easy to guarantee your event service will be flawless!
FAQ: What about dessert?
Let’s leave the wedding cakes to the professionals! While our in-house catering team does have a small dessert selection (did someone say gelato cart?!), dessert is always an exception to our in-house catering requirement. Our staff is happy to help present, cut and serve dessert — please chat with our events team about the specifics of what you’re bringing in, and we’ll incorporate it into our service plan!
FAQ: Are you able to provide bridal party lunches or late night food?
Absolutely! We’re happy to drop off lunches at the getting-ready location(s) on the big day. We also have specific late-night menus with the crowd pleasing favorites to keep the party going and everyone fueled up to dance the night away!
