Des Moines, IA · ZIP 50309

The Tangerine Food Company

Wedding Caterer

+1 515-720-7510

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The Menuevents on the kitchen's roster

I. Corporate events on their site
II. Wedding catering on their site
III. Cuisine-specific menus not verified
IV. Staffed events on their site
V. Drop-off catering on their site
VI. Menu planning on their site

Standing Servicepractice overview

The Tangerine Food Company provides catering for corporate events, weddings, social gatherings, and other occasions in Des Moines. Its offerings include drop-off and staffed catering, menu planning, buffet service, boxed lunches, rentals, china, and full bar services. The company is located at 900 Keosauqua Way #131 and can be reached by phone or through its website.

Located at 900 Keosauqua Way Suite 131 in Des Moines, The Tangerine Food Company provides full-service catering for corporate gatherings, social events, weddings, and other celebrations.

Its documented offerings include corporate events, wedding catering, drop-off catering, staffed events, menu planning, buffets, and boxed lunches.

The company also describes china, rentals, and full bar services as part of its event support.

The Tangerine Food Company presents menu options that can be tailored to specific event needs and serves as the preferred on-site caterer at Mainframe Studios, a contemporary venue in downtown Des Moines.

That setting supports weddings, corporate parties, and other gatherings within the art studio building.

Customers planning an event can contact the company at 515-720-7510 or through its website to discuss the occasion, menu preferences, staffing, rentals, timing, and other arrangements.

House Notesfrom the kitchen's own page

At The Tangerine Food Company, we are dedicated to making every event memorable with our full-service catering solutions. From corporate gatherings and social events to the most intimate or lavish weddings, we deliver unparalleled
From their site

Mise en Placebooking facts

Phone+1 515-720-7510
Sitetangerinefoodco.com
Kitchen base900 Keosauqua Way #131, Des Moines, IA 50309, United States
SpecialtyWedding Caterer

Regional Planningdetails to verify for this event

Local requirements and venue rules can vary in Des Moines, IA. Before booking, ask the caterer and venue which permits, insurance documents, kitchen-access rules, delivery windows, alcohol-service requirements, taxes, and fees apply to this specific event. Treat the written proposal and current local guidance as the source of truth.

Consider Before You Callfive questions to bring to the booking

What's the minimum headcount for a corporate booking, and is there a separate weekday vs. weekend rate?
How far in advance do weddings book up, and is a tasting offered before the contract is signed?
What's the server-to-guest ratio you staff at, and is bar service an additional package?
What is included in the per-head price — appetizers, dessert, non-alcoholic drinks, gratuity, taxes?
Do you carry a current health-department permit and a certificate of insurance the venue can request?

Table Questionsfrequent asks at the booking

How is catering priced — per head or per dish?: Pricing formats differ by caterer and event. Ask for a written proposal that identifies food, beverages, staffing, rentals, delivery, setup, taxes, fees, and any optional upgrades as separate line items.
How far ahead should the kitchen be booked?: Availability depends on the date, guest count, menu, staffing needs, and venue. Contact the caterer with those details and ask for the reservation deadline, deposit terms, and final headcount date in writing.
Drop-off versus full-service — what is the practical difference?: Do not rely on the label alone. Ask exactly who delivers, sets up, serves, clears, handles beverages, supplies equipment, and coordinates with the venue, then compare that written scope across proposals.
How is the menu tasting handled?: Ask whether a tasting is available, what it includes, what it costs, who may attend, and whether changes made afterward will alter the quote. The caterer's written tasting policy should control.
What is the difference between a wedding caterer and a regular caterer?: Directory categories describe public listing signals, not a guarantee of current scope. Ask about recent events similar to yours, the service timeline, staffing plan, venue coordination, and what is included in the contract.
Tipping and service charges — how do they work?: Ask the caterer to define every service charge, administrative fee, gratuity, and optional tip in the written quote. Do not assume one line item is distributed to staff unless the contract says so.