“This is the time to remember, ‘cause it will not last forever.”
April is ending and will soon turn to May, which means graduation season is upon us. Emotions run high as students of every age say goodbye to former classmates and set their sights on what the future holds. It is a time to take finals, soak up extra time with friends, get yearbooks signed and, of course, throw graduation parties.
As Billy Joel so aptly sings in his song “This Is the Time,” this season of change and transition is truly a time to remember. Graduation parties are the ultimate way to celebrate these milestones in education and make memories that last a lifetime. Luckily, Triple Fresh Market has the perfect solution for an epic graduation party: a Triple Fresh on-site barbecue!
Famous for their take-out and gourmet market offerings, Triple Fresh became well-known for their weekend roadside barbecues. About 20 years ago, they took advantage of weekend traffic and set up a barbecue on weekend afternoons. People came from near and far to get their own plate of chicken or ribs and soon began to inquire how they could order a barbecue for their at-home events. It wasn’t long until the Triple Fresh team made the barbecue operation mobile, essentially launching their catering division.
When hosting a party, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of investing in catering versus doing it yourself. Here are a few very convincing reasons a Triple Fresh barbecue is the way to go for your next party:
Less Stress
Most will agree that the “doing-it-yourself” route is inevitably stressful—planning the menu, making shopping lists, gathering the ingredients and the daunting task of preparing the food. On the day of the event, a DIY host is burdened with making sure the food is ready on time, cooking while guests mingle and generally missing the party. Triple Fresh barbecues are self-sufficient. A team is on-site to set up, cook and clean up. Securing a barbecue from Triple Fresh takes all the stress out of party planning, leaving hosts with one responsibility: enjoying themselves!
Local Love
Triple Fresh has a rich history in Chester County spanning more than 150 years. Not only is the market a well-known staple in the community, but they also aim to have as many local options on-site as possible. Triple Fresh currently buys from more than 60 local vendors, some less than a mile away! When you choose a Triple Fresh barbecue, you are choosing to support local agriculture.
Authentic Barbecue
Not only did Triple Fresh start the local barbecue trend, they perfected it. In 2009, Jim Petro Jr. took over the bi-weekly weekend barbecue. If you want authenticity, it’s best to go straight to the source. Jim did exactly that, attending the National Barbecue Conference in Memphis, Tennessee, that year. Jim learned a lot at the conference, but even more so by visiting the local barbecue shops. Traveling the city of Memphis, Jim visited some of the most hole-in-the-wall places, gleaning knowledge from the local barbecue chefs. Upon arriving back in Pennsylvania, Jim put that knowledge to work and enhanced the Triple Fresh barbecue into the authentic service they offer today.
Personalized Service
Event planning can be overwhelming. Sometimes it is difficult to know where to start! Luckily, customers of Triple Fresh Market receive personalized service. A representative from the catering department will walk you through every step of the barbecue, incorporating all of the aspects a host desires for the party.
Customized Menu
Although Triple Fresh offers a menu to choose from, they love working with customers to build a customized party. One size does not fit all, and the catering department knows a stock menu doesn’t work for all customers. You will work with the catering department to make a barbecue custom-fitted especially for your guests.
Great Quality
Along with an emphasis on supporting local vendors, Triple Fresh prides themselves on offering quality food. The meat department takes great care to have only the best cuts of meat in the market and has a butcher on-site every day to offer expert advice and tips for the perfect barbecue.
Can you already smell the barbecue roasting? Don’t wait too long before reserving the Triple Fresh barbecue for your party, as they are booking up quickly! For more information, head to the Triple Fresh website or call the store at (888) 337-3740.
Find Triple Fresh at 801 Doe Run Rd. in East Fallowfield. To stay updated on the latest from Triple Fresh, check out their website and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.
Photo credits: Stephanie Anderson
