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iCater – Mark Townsend
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Their Story
Mark Townsend, an Oamaru local, is the founder and owner-operator of That Food Guy. With over 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including a notable role at the Royal Opera House in London's Covent Garden, Townsend established That Food Guy as a contemporary food and catering…
What They Make
- Easy Box Catering: Pre-designed boxes for meetings or events, including "Easy Box Catering Ultimate Trio," "Easy Cheese Box," "Easy Sweet and Savoury Mixed Box," "Easy Savoury Box" (Chef's Choice with at least two savoury varieties), and "Easy Sweet Box" (Chef's Choice with at least two sweet varieties).
- Lunch Boxes: Handmade, individually boxed "That Food Guy Lunch Boxes."
- OG Lunch Boxes: Main item, fruit cup or fruit piece, sweet treat, savoury bite.
- Lite Lunch Boxes: Main item, fruit cup or fruit piece, choice of sweet treat or savoury bite.
- Easy Meals: Hot, ready-to-eat meals for groups (minimum 30 people), typically including two hot meats, one potato dish, and two salads, with an option to add dessert.
- Bespoke Catering Solutions: Tailored catering for private events (weddings, celebrations, corporate functions like work BBQs, dinners), intimate home dinners, canapé receptions, large summer garden parties.
- Food Truck Experience: On-site gourmet catering via a free-standing independent kitchen setup.
- Private Chef Service: Personalized VIP dining experience at client's location for occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, family gatherings, or hosting distinguished guests.
- Emphasis on locally-sourced, seasonal produce, combining classic and contemporary culinary styles.
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How to Get Their Products
Pickup from commercial kitchen at Oamaru Opera House. Local delivery available for orders over $30 within a 5km radius of Oamaru Opera House ($9 charge, free for orders over $200 within this zone).