Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Nut-Free Catering & Event Partner in Oshawa
Founded over 12 years ago, Frantastic Events has evolved from a home-based baking venture into a trusted nut-free catering business serving Oshawa and surrounding areas. Our expertise lies in creating inclusive culinary experiences through customized catering, cooking workshops, and daily lunch services that accommodate diverse dietary needs. With a commitment to community engagement and food safety, we combine Fran's entrepreneurial spirit with over a decade of industry experience to deliver exceptional service.Our team specializes in crafting memorable events, from corporate functions to birthday celebrations, while maintaining strict allergen controls. As social entrepreneurs, we prioritize local sourcing and community initiatives like our Souptastic outreach program. Our facility offers frozen meal options for convenience, ensuring quality meals are accessible to all customers.
Services
Catering Services
Cooking Workshops
Daily Lunch Menu
Nut-Free Facility
Gluten-Free Options
Bakery Items
Event Catering
Mobile Trailer Services
Custom Cakes
Frozen Meals
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of experience in nut-free catering and food services
- Our facility maintains strict allergen controls for customer safety
- We provide customized dietary solutions including gluten-free and halal options
- Our team includes certified culinary professionals with event planning expertise
- We operate a community-focused business with local outreach initiatives
What people say
Excellent customer service
Community involvement
Keto treats
Friendly staff
Lasagna for dinner
Services
Catering Services
We provide comprehensive catering services for events of all sizes with customizable menus that accommodate various dietary needs. Our team offers peanut-free, gluten-free, and halal options while maintaining strict allergen controls. With multiple menu packages ranging from casual buffets to formal plated meals, we ensure every event receives personalized attention to detail.
Cooking Workshops
Our hands-on cooking and baking workshops cater to groups seeking interactive culinary experiences. Participants can learn baking techniques, create custom desserts, or develop cooking skills in a nut-free environment. These sessions are ideal for team-building events, birthday parties, or community groups looking for engaging food-related activities.
Daily Lunch Menu
We offer a weekday lunch service featuring freshly prepared meals for individual customers. The menu includes rotating daily specials and classic favorites available for dine-in or takeout. This service caters to local professionals seeking quality meals with various dietary accommodation options during regular business hours.
Mobile Trailer
Our mobile catering trailer provides on-site food service for events and locations across the region. The trailer features a full kitchen to prepare gourmet burgers, sandwiches, and specialty items at your event location. Available for bookings throughout the 2025 season, it brings our culinary expertise directly to your venue.
Bakery Items
We create customized baked goods including cakes, cupcakes, and cookies tailored to specific dietary requirements. Our nut-free bakery offers gluten-free and specialty options for celebrations and events. Customers can order personalized creations through our online form with detailed customization instructions for special occasions.
People
Fran Steyn
Owner & Founder
Fran Steyn established Frantastic Events Treats over 12 years ago after moving from South Africa to Canada. With a passion for food and entrepreneurship, she transformed her home baking venture into a successful catering business. Fran leads with a focus on community engagement and inclusive culinary experiences.
Questions
What dietary options do you offer?
We provide peanut-free, tree nut-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, and halal options across our menu items with specific labeling for easy identification.
Do you cater events outside Oshawa?
We serve the Whitby/Oshawa area and surrounding Durham Region with mobile catering options available for special bookings.
What is your catering minimum order?
Our standard catering menus require a 10-person minimum, though we may accommodate smaller orders with a processing fee.
Can I customize baked goods?
Yes, we offer customized cakes, cupcakes, and cookies with specific dietary accommodations available upon request.
How do I book your food truck?
Our mobile trailer bookings for the 2025 season can be arranged by email or phone during regular business hours.
Do you offer frozen meal options?
We have a rotating selection of frozen soups, entrees, and bakery items available for purchase in our Oshawa location.
