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Hi Jim,
I just want to let you know that the food at our Health Fair today was fantastic
but your staff (Donna and Troy) were even better.  They did a wonderful job! 
They were both extremely helpful and jumped right in to help us with miscellaneous tasks. 
I would definitely request that they work with us on any future events that we have. 
Please let them know what a wonderful job they did.

Thank you again for making our event the success that it was.

I look forward to working with you in the near future. 
We have a luncheon celebration that we will we working on soon
and would love to have Food For Thought to cater it.

Thank you.

Irene M. Garsky, SPHR
Human Resource Manager
Ross Environmental Services, Inc.
150 Innovation Drive
Elyria, OH 44035
440-366-2023 (Direct Dial)
440-366-2323 (Fax) 

Dear Susan,

Once again Food For Thought did an excellent job! The food was delicious.
From the appetizers to the dessert trays, everything was outstanding.
The presentation, the quality and most importantly the taste once again
exceeded my expectations. Although I was tempted to take credit for everything,
I did give all the credit to Food For Thought and gave many people who attended
your name, phone number and email address.

Thanks again for a wonderful job.

Mary Dodson

Brenda & all of Food for Thought,

Thank you all so much for making our experience so wonderful! 
You were so helpful with suggestions and made our party a huge success. 
The food was more than we expected, many of our guests asked where we
ordered from and we proudly responded, “Food for Thought out of Mentor.” 
The amounts were perfect, everything was delicious
and we would certainly recommend Food for Thought to anyone. 
You will definitely be on the top of our list if we need a caterer in the future.
I cannot say enough about Food For Thought and how comfortable you made us feel. 
We have never catered an event before, so this experience was fantastic!

Thank you!
Matt & Mary Kay Kerscher and the Kerscher Family

Good Morning Susan, Andrea, Bonnie (and all FFT associates),
Thank you so much for providing good food and good fun at the Beech Ball
at Grays Armory on Friday, April 23rd.
The entire staff was friendly, professional, attentive and flexible.
I have only had rave reviews about the food AND service.
You more than fulfilled your Promise...not only did you make me shine...I’m still glowing!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Joyce
Beech Brook

Thanks so much -- for EVERYTHING!! 
The food was delicious; your staff were gracious and fun;
the boxed meals for the volunteers were a hit; everything was just great! 
We truly cannot thank all of you for your help and hard work
in making the Beech Ball such a wonderful event. 
You were a real partner in this whole endeavor, and we're genuinely appreciative!

Terri Manns
Senior Development Officer
Beech Brook

Not only was the food exceptional the night of our meeting, but the service was outstanding. 
One of the reasons the Kidney Foundation of Ohio chose
Food For Thought was for your exemplary service record. 
That includes timely deliveries, accurate product drop-off, delicious food and exceptional staff. 
Donna was extremely helpful that night arriving extra early to make sure
the food was displayed properly and assisted our staff with set-up. 
She was the best server I have ever worked with for our Annual Meeting. 
Please pass on my sincere appreciation and you can always count on our business for years to come!    

Thank you,
Kelly Dowling
Director of Development
Kidney Foundation of Ohio

Comments returned via a monthly survey sent to out customers...

Question: How would you describe our operation to someone who has never used us?
Answer: Excellent staff, service and food that is terrific.

Question: Your Suggestions...
Comment: Great company! Always responsive to my requests and needs
no matter how short the notice :) !
Thanks for such great and gracious service.
I recommend your services to everyone.

Jerry Sims
Huron Hospital

“I am passionate about Food For Thought. 
Your company has always done an excellent job for us, and I tell everyone -
here and out in public - whenever the topic comes up that
Food For Thought is THE best caterer to use. 
I did meeting planning for four years - from Hawaii to Switzerland -
always first class - and I have a pretty good idea how things should be done.
Yesterday, it was done right.
Sincere thanks and best wishes for a joyous holiday”

Juliann Brumbaugh
Human Resources Assistant
Ferro Corporation

Since discovering Food for Thought I have used you for every staff meeting
and committee meeting I have had.  
Last week, the director of my department had a death in the family
and we wanted to take care of the dinner following the memorial service.  
I called you and everything turned out so beautifully! 
Everyone was raving about the food and it was so stress-free for me.
 Your staff is consistently helpful when I call, your drivers are always on time,
and the food never disappoints. 
At a difficult time, you made it so easy.  Thank you!

Kathleen Marinelli
Administrative Assistant
Department of Hospital Safety
University Hospitals Case Medical Center

Dear Susan,
Thank you for all you did to make our spa night event a great evening.
We appreciate how you went the extra mile to assure every detail was attended to.
We received many compliments about the food, the presentation and your great service.
The other sponsors and guests were impressed with Food for Thought and
mentioned contacting you for future events!!
On behalf of all of us, Thanks again!!

JEFF STANICKI AND JAN KOPEC
Hospice of the Western Reserve

Dear Food for Thought,
Too often we only hear negative feedback and I wanted to take this opportunity
to offer some praise. I work at Euclid Chemical and we called this morning for a last-minute
lunch order and the women I spoke with was extremely personable and she was never
flustered or aggravated as some might get with such a request. She was able to
put something together for us and our lunch was delivered with no problem.
I just wanted to say I appreciate the excellent customer service I always receive
when I call to place any order, and I also appreciate the follow-up calls.
I think you're a classy business and keep up the great work!
Regards,

Justine Gunvalsen
THE EUCLID CHEMICAL CO.

I wanted to take a minute to thank you and your company for such superb service,
wonderful food, and, I might add, reasonable prices. My guests could not stop
talking about how much they enjoyed the refreshments.
Rest assured, they have your contact information.

Thank you for your professionalism and fantastic customer service.
It was a breath of fresh air.

Laura Murray

The service that I have enjoyed from your staff is unparallel.
It is such a comfort to know I only need to make one phone call to your customer service representative,
and know whatever catering commitment I have will be executed in a professional and timely manner.
I am a pharmaceutical sales representative and I don't have time to concern myself with food
preparation, delivery and invoicing concerns. Thanks to your staff, that burden is lifted.
Furthermore, I'd like to express my appreciation on Food for Thought's ability to accommodate
dietary restrictions such as vegan, vegetarian, kosher and many other requests
I receive from my accounts. It is also a tremendous benefit for me to order meals after business
hours by simply leaving the information on your voice mail and having it confirmed by your
staff early the next morning. Food for Thought certainly makes it easy for me to
focus on my job, because you do your job very well.
As a result of being your customer for over eight years and having such professional
outcomes, I am frequently-and confidently-referring others to utilize your services.
Again, thank you for all you do.

Sincerely,
Patty Foss
Mentor, OH

TO: Food for Thought...

A+++  as usual…

Your meals can warm the most frigid prospects,
and so we employ your services again and again. 
We feed them, they love us, we in turn love you!

Mia Johnson Diaz
Heidtman Steel Products
Cleveland, OH 44105

Dear Susan, Elizabeth and everyone I dealt with at Food for Thought,
What a pleasant experience. My luncheon at Lantern Court went so very well. The food was
perfect and the server was terrific - so very professional.
Can't begin to tell you how pleased I was with everything from the food to the server, etc.
Hope to work with you all again soon.

Betty L. Hackenberg

SUSAN G. KOMAN
FOR THE CURE
(excerpts from letter)

The Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northeast Ohio Affiliate is sincerely grateful for your
support in catering our 2008 Annual Power of Promise Appreciation Event at WKYC.

The Appreciation Event was a great success because of the professional manner and
gracious spirit of your staff. We would not have had such a wonderful event
without the commitment, support, and delicious hors d'oeuvres.
Thank you to all your staff for their time and involvement in this annual occasion.

With your help we are truly getting closer to fulfilling our promise to
save lives and end breast cancer forever.

Sincerely,
Sophie Sureau
Susan G. Koman for the Cure Northeast Ohio Affiliate
Executive Director

I don't believe there are words to express how grateful we are for all you've done.
The wedding turned out spectacular in our eyes, and we owe it to you.
Thank you so very much for sharing our special day and for making our day so special.

With Much Love,
Jamie & Kevin

On behalf of Phi Kapp Tau I wanted to thank you and the excellent people at Food for Thought
for the food and help you provided to us.
My fraternity was delighted with the excellent food and fine service provided by the different
members of your company - from the lady who took the order, to your help when we
were in a pinch, and ending with the delivery man who was helpful, and courteous, and professional.
The food itself was fantastic - several guests at our banquet registered surprise at just how good
the food was, and I even heard several say it was the best catered food they'd ever tasted....
We would be happy to use your services again in the future - I am keeping your company on file
for my successor. Also, I will enthusiastically recommended you to anyone in
need of a caterer in the Case community.
Thanks once again - the banquet was a huge hit, and it just wouldn't have
been quite the same without Food for Thought.

Mark Prasad
Vice President, Phi Kappa Tau
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY

Thank you for all the "extra", "above and beyond", "super duper". "take care of everything"
attention you gave to make the Christmas party just perfect.
You set our minds at ease from the beginning and we appreciate all the work you put into
the success of the party. You are the best!

Thank you so much for making our Christmas party so beautiful and successful.
You exceeded our expectations in every way; from planning, the delivery, set up and decorations;
to the wonderful food and incredibly beautiful floral arrangements.
The tenderloin was "melt in your mouth". Everything was delicious.
Your attention to detail and your extra touches made the party perfect.

Thank you,
LIEBERT ASSOC. OF CLEVELAND
EMERSON NETWORK POWER

Comments received from our monthly surveys...

Question: How would you describe our operation to someone
who has never used Food for Thought?
Answer: Reliable, knowledgeable, hassle free. No need to worry.

P. S. I have used services in all of OH & PA - very few compare to your ease
with what we need to have done. No one else offers the food and service!

Michelle Glink-Sparks
Medimmune

TOYS FOR TOTS

This letter is to acknowledge your donation of food to help feed the volunteers
on distribution day for Toys for Tots.
Thank you for your generosity

Sincerely,
Nancy Slack, Volunteer

Thank you for the really fine work the company did for our Holiday Open House and Buffet.
The party was a real success. The food was great and the servers did a terrific job.
Until our next event. Thanks again!

Sincerely,

Michael J. May
Maingate Business Development Corporation

EVERYONE at the party raved about the food and your staff. The food was absolutely delicious
and beautifully presented. We couldn't have asked for better servers. They were
wonderful, competent and very friendly. In large part, the party was successful because of their
help (...and certainly your food).

Greg and I were so impressed that we are touting your praises to everyone. We look forward to
booking Food for Thought for our 2008 holiday party. We'll let you know as soon as we pick the date.

Again, thank you do much for everything.

Sincerely,
Heidi M. Koenig

Entertaining 1000 guests at the 2007 Legend Financial Group Classic, could not be left to chance.
We needed a professional catering company that could be flexible and still deliver delicious cuisine not just for one evening, but during the entire week of the Tournament. From planning our private parties
to Skybox entertaining, Food for Thought orchestrated it beautifully.
Did I mention that the food was fabulous?

"Don't you worry 'bout a thing," is not just a song lyric, it should be Food for Thought's theme song.
This, one of Susan Miga's mantras, put me at ease weeks before the biggest event on our Legend Group calendar. Her expertise and creative vision enhanced our existing country club atmosphere.

In addition to Susan, Bonnie Matthew, Mark Butler and the professional wait staff delivered courteous,
attentive and personalized service. Wow!

Laura L. Burns, Director
Marketing and Special Events
Legend Financial Group, Ltd.
Highland Hts., OH

Food for Thought at Holden Arboretum
Excerpts from Currents Newspaper
July 19, 2007
by Kathryn Riddle

"A simply fabulous preview party kicked off the latest and maybe one of the greatest exhibits
at the Holden Arboretum!
The decorating committee "working closely with Food for Thought, the catering company
that conceived the concept and whose wait staff dressed in overalls and engineer's caps.
Dinners were presented in individual lunch boxes that did double duty as
take-home party favors. It was absolutely charming!"

Kudos delivered through the FOOD FOR THOUGHT web site:

Just to let you know I attended an in service at Southwest hospital today
and you make a bomb cheesecake and the best broccoli salad I have ever tasted..........
Yummy

I wanted to let you know how impressed I was by your organization,
and compliment you on your fine work at the Legend Financial Group Open
presented by Cynergies Solutions Group.

At our open house and luncheon, the food was wonderful. Susan Miga and her staff were
professional and courteous. It made for a great afternoon for our guests.
I was equally impressed with the catering at all of the events
I attended during the tournament .

I certainly look forward to working with you again on future events.

Ellie Chalko
Executive Vice President / COO
CYNERGIES SOLUTIONS GROUP

My first experience with catering was a good one thanks to you.
The servers were great, helpful and very ready to do whatever needed doing.
Everyone loved the food and the quantity was just right...
we probably could have done a few dozen more meatballs! (I got one!)
The kids went a little crazy on the desserts. But that says a lot about your food!

I would gladly recommend your company to anyone looking for a caterer.

Thanks,
Cathy Paetz

Thank you so much for your wonderful service,
great food and courteous/helpful delivery personnel.
Today we had deliveries from David and Len and, as usual,
they were prompt, helpful, and a pleasure to deal with.
Avery Dennison in Strongsville has been doing business with you for quite
some time now (5+ years) and I am still impressed with the service we receive,
the quality of the food and the selection!
I am always getting asked "where did you order from . . . it was terrific!".
From placing our order to delivery - your entire staff is top notch!
So, thank you again for taking such good care of us . . . when I have to
set up catering with your company I know that we are always in good hands!

Regards,
Beth Grajewski, Executive Assistant
Avery Dennison Corporation
Strongsville, Ohio

The Workplace Safety Department of Kaiser Permamente wanted to thank
"Food for Thought" and its' staff in preparing the wonderful food for our luncheon.
The food was excellent!
The chicken with cranberries and the broccoli delight were a great hit, but of course,
all was so good. Everyone was very delighted and enjoyed everything.
Thank you again.
Sincerely,

Virginia Deighton
Manager of Environmental health and Safety and Infection Control
Co-Chair of Workplace Safety

To the staff at Food for Thought:
As some of you know, we had our Walter & Haverfield "Thanksgiving Feast". To the surprise of no one
at the firm, Food for Thought was my caterer of choice. Everyone at the firm has had your sandwiches and
of course, broccoli delight, but only a few have had a hot meal.
Can I tell you, the compliments and kind words continued through the following Monday!
Everyone was 100% impressed with the food and the wonderful team that helped us pull this together.
The attention to detail and willingness to make everything as easy as possible for me and
my team, did not go un-noticed. KUDOS to everyone.
Once again the Food for Thought team made me look like a hero!
You're the BEST!!
Many Thanks,

Bo Williams
Walter & Haverfield

Dear Friends of Ronald McDonald House at Food for Thought:
I always get very excited taste buds when I know you are catering our dinner
on the last Thursday of the month!!
The gazpacho chicken and healthy salad was very delicious. I still remember the
"country fried steak", the awesome Caesar salad, and my favorite-
chocolate dipped strawberries.
Your foods are always so fresh and healthy and VERY MUCH appreciated by all of us here!!
Thank you for your consistent generosity and creative repast.
May you be blessed for your kindness and concern,

Love,
Linda and Amanda Room 217

Dear Food for Thought:
I wanted to take the time to let you know that the business luncheon sponsored by
Lake1Stop in celebration of Workforce Services Month was a success. I received much
feedback from our guests regarding the excellent quality of the food along with the
generous portions. The staff who assisted during the consultation phase were helpful
and provided excellent customer service. The food was delivered promptly and your
team member responsible for the set-up was professional and friendly.
From start to finish, it was a pleasure doing business with you and your fine staff !

Sincerely,

Robert Dawson, Administrator
Leslie Ryan, Assistant Administrator
Lake County Department of Job and Family Services

Dear Food for Thought:
I have used Food for Thought for 8 events in the past year and after my first experience ...I was HOOKED.
I tell everyone about the excellent service and quality of food they will receive. It is nice to be able to
depend on a company and know that everything will be taken care of.
Thank you for going the extra mile.

Marisa Troutman
Human Resources
University Hospitals of Cleveland

To All the Wonderful Staff at Food for Thought...
Words cannot express my family's gratitude for your contribution to our son's benefit.
You see, it is not just the great food and service that you provide -
it is your basic goodness and the and philosophy of the company that will
stay in our hearts and minds long after our stomachs have been thoroughly satisfied.
Your kindness will long be remembered.

Sincerely,
Elaine Campbell Psarras
North East Ohio Health Services / Andy's Foundation

Dear Friends at Food for Thought,
This is a belated, but most sincere THANK YOU for the food you donated for the
University Hospital Pediatric Party. You helped make the party a great success.
You help make this world a better place.
Thanks again.

SICU Clinic Staff
University Hospitals of Cleveland

To the Staff of "Food for Thought":
Thank you so much for your delicious food & outstanding service. We have ordered from you
many times in the past, but last Friday was above and beyond! On 4-18 we called
to order lunch... You were not only able to do it, but the food was fresh & delicious, as always.
We were quick to give your name and phone number to the many employees who asked
where we bought "that great food." We love working with you!, and we wish you a great spring!

The Staff of HCR Manor Care - Willoughby

MANY THANKS!

We here at the Ronald McDonald House® want to thank you so much for coming and making a meal for us.
The "chicken breast pasta" you fixed was really "yummy" Several of us ladies were trying to figure out
exactly how you made it and couldn't come up with what we thought were the right ingredients.

Anyway, thank you so much for your thoughtfulness. We just got good news about our
son, Josh, yesterday. The MRI showed no tumor growth, so we are very happy!

Your kindness is appreciated!
The Leonards

My Family Thanks You!
Thank you for the casserole with chicken, rice, green peppers and onions, and the great salad and dessert.
It was great!! You are very kind! We stayed at the Ronald McDonald House® of Cleveland.

Jerrod Leonard from Maceio A.L. Brazil, S.A.

My Family Thanks You!
Thanks so much for the great meals & desserts you generously provide to us when we
have to stay at the Ronald McDonald House® of Cleveland. Without businesses like
yours, it would be difficult to make it when our son had brain surgery.
We plan to volunteer when our son gets older.
Thanks!

The Bartz Family
Hayward, WI

From The Ronald McDonald House® of Cleveland

Meal time is family time, and I would like to thank you for contributing to our family time at
the Ronald McDonald House® of Cleveland (RMH) by the delicious meals you prepare.
Volunteering your time, energy and recipes is greatly appreciated by our families, for reasons
beyond basic nutrition.
The staff and volunteers of RMH work hard to provide a home-like environment for nearly 1,400
families every year dealing with the stress of caring for a critically or chronically ill child.
For these families, nothing about their situation is "normal," they spend all day in doctor appointments
waiting rooms or therapy sessions; at the end of the day, they often are physically and emotionally
exhausted, and making dinner is the last thing on their mind.
Luciano Pavorotti, the late, great tenor once said "One of the very nicest things about life
is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating."
I think this statement is so true for our families, as well. Time and time again,
families express how wonderful it is to come home to RMH and find a warm, fresh-cooked meal
waiting for them. Our guests are able to sit down and nourish their bodies with your donation
and nourish their souls with good conversations with other families in the same situation.
On behalf of the families you feed, the staff and volunteers you assist, I would like to thank you
for your generous donation. I hope you will visit our House again soon.

Sincerely,

Linda Peters
Volunteer Coordinator