Look, Hy-Vee isn’t trying to be a Michelin-starred caterer. It’s good, solid, Midwestern comfort food that won’t bankrupt you. Their Catering Price List is available online, but my advice: just walk into your local store and ask the deli person, “What’s the best bang for my buck?” They’ll probably hand you a sample of their smoked sausage and a smile.
Is it “gourmet”? Nope. Is it a savior when you have to feed 30 people on a Tuesday rehearsal dinner? Absolutely. You get reliability and quantity without the “artisanal” markup. Plus, you can always add a box of their amazing bakery cookies for like $5 more.
So next time you’re in a panic over a party, just call Hy-Vee. They’ll prepare the food, you’ll prepare the small talk, and everyone leaves happy. Now go order that Mac and Cheese tray. You deserve it.
