Business Details
15 Years
experience
Sarnia's Finest Restaurant & Catering Service
At Personal Touch Eatery & Catering, we blend global culinary traditions with local ingredients to create unforgettable dining experiences. Founded in 2011 by Chef Paresh Thakkar, our business reflects decades of combined expertise from our culinary team. Chef Thakkars journey began in the restaurant industry over 15 years ago, working at renowned establishments like Lolas and Paddy Flahertys, before pursuing formal culinary training at Fanshawe College. Our menu features eclectic sandwiches, weekly specials, and over 1,000 unique hummus varieties paired with homemade pita chips, all inspired by seasonal farmers market finds. We specialize in personalized catering for private dinners and weddings, offering no-set menus to ensure each event is distinct.Our frozen meal selection provides convenient, chef-prepared options for home enjoyment. Featured on Chopped Canada Season 3, we remain committed to community through charitable initiatives, donating proceeds from our viewing party to local causes like The Inn of the Good Shepherd and 4Northern. Located in Sarnia at 144 Mitton St. South, we operate Tuesday to Friday, 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM, combining culinary innovation with a passion for local flavors. Our dual degrees in accounting and culinary arts ensure rigorous quality control and business integrity. We prioritize creativity, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, making us a trusted name in Sarnias food scene.
Services
Catering Services
Frozen Meals
Gourmet Sandwiches
Weekly Specials
Soups & Salads
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of culinary expertise from award-winning chef Paresh Thakkar.
- Our catering services create fully customized dining experiences with no set menus.
- We craft over 1,000 unique hummus varieties using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
- Our frozen meal program provides chef-prepared convenience without compromising quality.
- We actively support local charities through community-driven initiatives and donations.
Services
Catering Services
Personal Touch offers bespoke catering for weddings, private dinners, and corporate events. Chef Paresh creates custom menus without pre-set options, ensuring unique culinary experiences. Our team handles all aspects from menu design to on-site execution, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to deliver memorable dining experiences tailored to client preferences.
Frozen Meals
Our frozen meal program provides chef-prepared, ready-to-heat dishes for convenient home dining. The rotating menu features globally inspired recipes made with seasonal ingredients. Each meal is crafted to maintain flavor and texture during freezing, offering restaurant-quality meals without compromising convenience or nutritional value for busy households.
Gourmet Sandwiches
The eatery serves eclectic sandwiches featuring house-made components and global flavor profiles. Daily offerings include unique combinations of meats, cheeses, and house-prepared accompaniments on freshly baked bread. Ingredients are sourced locally whenever possible, with special attention to presentation and balanced flavor profiles in every sandwich.
Weekly Specials
Our weekly specials showcase seasonal ingredients and culinary creativity through ever-changing dishes. Chef Paresh designs these limited-time offerings based on farmers market finds and current food trends. This program allows customers to experience new flavor combinations regularly while supporting local producers and sustainable sourcing practices.
Soups & Salads
We offer daily rotating soups, salads, and dips made from scratch using seasonal ingredients. The menu includes both classic and innovative recipes, with special attention to texture and presentation. House-made pita chips accompany over 1,000 unique hummus varieties, creating flavorful combinations that change weekly based on ingredient availability.
People
Paresh Thakkar
Chef/Owner
Chef Paresh Thakkar founded Personal Touch Eatery & Catering in 2011 after 15+ years in the restaurant industry. A Chopped Canada Season 3 contestant, he combines formal culinary training from Fanshawe College with accounting expertise from Wilfrid Laurier University to create innovative dining experiences rooted in Sarnia's local food culture.
Questions
What types of catering services do you offer?
We provide full-service catering for weddings, private dinners, and corporate events with fully customized menus. Chef Paresh creates unique dishes tailored to your event's theme and guest preferences without using pre-set menu options.
Are your frozen meals made fresh?
Yes, all frozen meals are chef-prepared using fresh ingredients and flash-frozen to preserve quality. We use no artificial preservatives, focusing on natural preservation methods through proper freezing techniques and ingredient selection.
How often does the menu change?
Our menu rotates weekly based on seasonal ingredient availability. This includes daily soup/salad selections, weekly specials, and frozen meal offerings, ensuring customers experience new flavor combinations with each visit.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options across all menu categories. Our team works with clients to modify recipes while maintaining flavor integrity for special dietary needs during catering events.
How are local ingredients incorporated?
We source produce seasonally from Sarnia-Lambton farmers markets and local producers. Chef Paresh designs menus around available ingredients, creating daily specials that highlight regional flavors and support the local agricultural community.
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