Mindful Fork Catering

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Catering services pricing

Food starts at $28 per person.

Minimum spend

$2,800 total

Offer from vendor

FREE Cocktail Hour Appetizers for Winter Weddings

Book your winter wedding for 2026 or 2027 and receive FREE cocktail hour appetizers for up to 100 guests.

About Mindful Fork Catering

Mindful Fork Catering

Chef / Owner

Mindful Fork Catering is a chef-led catering company based in River Falls, WI, serving Western Wisconsin and nearby Minnesota (within ~60 miles, including Baldwin, Hudson, Stillwater) . Farm‑to‑Fork Philosophy At its core, Mindful Fork champions a farm‑to‑fork ethos—Chef Angie sources the freshest, high‑quality, locally grown ingredients and crafts menu items from scratch. Whether it’s grazing tables, buffet spreads, boxed lunches, or sit‑down dinners, each dish reflects a commitment to seasonal produce and vibrant flavors

Customized & Inclusive Menus From intimate dinner parties and baby showers to weddings and corporate events, every menu is customized to align with the event’s style and dietary needs. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten‑free, and allergy‑friendly options are thoughtfully accommodated

Best of Zola 2026

Sample catered weddings

Our clients quickly become more than names on a calendar. They become part of the Mindful Fork family. We take time to learn about their favorite flavors, meaningful traditions, personal tastes, and the feeling they want to create for their guests. Every menu begins with a conversation and is customized to reflect their story because we believe no two celebrations—or the people behind them—are ever the same. Wisconsin’s changing seasons are also at the heart of our cooking. From fresh summer produce and colorful fall harvests to comforting winter flavors and bright spring ingredients, we create menus around what is fresh, flavorful, and fitting for the occasion. Whenever possible, we work with local growers and makers, supporting the hardworking people who help strengthen our community. Most of all, we are inspired by our passion for great food. We believe scratch-made dishes, thoughtful presentation, genuine hospitality, and attention to detail can turn a meal into a lasting memory. It is an honor to be welcomed into life’s most meaningful celebrations, and we approach every event with the same care we would give our own family.

Guest Count

250

Total Catering Cost

$10,000

Menu Highlights

  • Buffet
  • Food stations
  • Family-style meal
  • Passed appetizers
  • Stationary appetizers
  • Dessert service
  • Breakfast/brunch
  • Charcuterie bites & boards Canapés Individual Cups Stations

Services Included

  • Clean Up / Trash Removal
  • Chef(s)
  • Service Staff
  • Setup / Breakdown

Services

Services

  • Bartenders
  • Cleanup and breakdown
  • Consultations and tastings - for a fee
  • Delivery and setup
  • Event planner
  • Rental coordination - directly invoice couple
  • Serving staff

Cuisines

  • Farm-to-table

Dietary accommodations

  • Dairy-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Nut-free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Meal types

  • Breakfast/brunch
  • Buffet
  • Dessert service
  • Family-style meal
  • Food stations
  • Passed appetizers
  • Stationary appetizers

Beverage services

  • Bartending

Extra costs

  • Consultation / Tasting
  • Extra hour of service
  • Rentals - dining ware
  • Service Fee
  • Wedding Cake & Dessert Service

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

21 reviews

  • RE

    Rosetree E.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 11, 2025

    Wedding Planner

    We absolutely love working with this catering company! The food is always fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Their service is consistently outstanding, professional, friendly, and reliable. Every event We've worked on with them has been a smooth and enjoyable experience. We truly enjoy collaborating with their team and highly recommend them for any occasion!

    Angela Larson•Jul 11, 2025

    What a compliment coming from a world class company like Rosetree! We are so incredibly grateful for your kind words. You truly are one of the best in the biz!

  • BW

    Brittany W.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 9, 2025

    Experienced Chef & Creative Cuisine

    I’ve worked with Chef Angie and the Mindful Fork team on everything from weekly meal deliveries to executive meetings, girls’ weekends, and large events with over 150 guests and they’ve nailed it every single time. Angie goes above and beyond, and her food is always fresh, thoughtful, and beautifully presented. I know I can count on her no matter what the occasion is. Truly can’t recommend Mindful Fork enough!

    Angela Larson•Jul 11, 2025

    We are so honored and grateful to have you as a repeat customer. You are truly magnificent to work with. Thank you for the kind words.

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    HMFritz

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 4, 2025

    Best catered event of the season!

    Mindful Fork Catering was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication throughout the planning process was prompt and extremely clear, making the catering arrangements seamless. The quality of their work and overall value was above excellent - the custom menus they created for us were simply phenomenal, and the food itself was by far the best catered cuisine we have ever had the pleasure of enjoying. What a wonderful experience it was to have Mindful Fork Catering as part of our special day. I cannot recommend them enough to any couple searching for an exceptional catering team to make their wedding day unforgettable.

    Angela Larson•Jul 11, 2025

    We were honored to be a part of your special day. It truly was magical. Thank you again for your kind words.

  • CD

    Candace D.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 3, 2025

    Best Catering Experience Ever!

    Mindful Fork Catering and Chef Angie are truly next-level. I recently had Chef Angie cater an event, and I can’t say enough about the experience. Every dish was thoughtfully crafted with whole, clean, locally grown ingredients, and you could taste the freshness in every bite. Her food isn’t just delicious – it’s elevated. It felt like a nourishing, gourmet experience that everyone raved about. Beyond the food itself, Chef Angie’s professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail made the entire catering process seamless and enjoyable. If you’re looking for a catering service that will impress your guests, support local growers, and leave everyone feeling amazing, I can’t recommend Mindful Fork Catering highly enough. Chef Angie is truly a gem.

    Angela Larson•Jul 11, 2025

    Thank you Candace! You are a beyond wonderful to work with. It has been a pleasure getting to work with you and your crew over the years.

  • JL

    Josh Long

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Aug 29, 2026

    The team at Mindful Fork was amazing!!! Such great food and amazing staff to help us out.

    Mindful Fork Catering•Aug 30, 2026

    Thanks Josh. We appreciate your review. Honestly, one of our favorite group of people to work with. You all were great!

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Yes, we offer tastings for you and a guest for a small fee. If you sign a contract with us beforehand, we can waive this fee. If you book with us after your tasting, we will take the fee off of your final bill for up too two tickets.
We offer help with creating the perfect menu to accommodate your guests with dietary restrictions. Our chefs are trained and versed in allergies' and prepared to accommodate those needs.
For larger weddings we service the St. Croix River Valley (eastern MN + western WI). For private chef services or smaller destination weddings we travel the entire US. Traveling does require additional fees.
We highly recommend booking your wedding at least 10 months in advance. For smaller private events we recommend 6-8 weeks in advance.
Yes, our on-site event minimum is $3,800.
As many times as needed. This is your day and we want it to be perfect. If you need a little extra help or reassurance, we are happy to help.
Mindful Fork Catering offers customized, chef-driven catering for weddings, corporate events, private parties, retreats, and meaningful celebrations. Our services include staff-served Butler Buffets, Family Style dining, abundant Grand Buffets, cocktail-hour appetizers, grazing tables, chef-curated boards, late-night snacks, and intimate private-chef experiences. Choose convenient pickup or delivery, on-site service, or a fully staffed experience. Every scratch-made menu is thoughtfully designed around your tastes, event, and the best ingredients of the season.

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