The word«gourmet» can get thrown around with a nose-in-the-air attitude. Some people think that fine food can only come from or be enjoyed by snobs. At Betsy Hite’s Elegant and Easy Gourmet, that misconception is proven wrong. The incorporation of locally and homegrown produce, as well friendly service, make people feel like they’re meeting with family rather than with a catering business. Even something as simple as a salad can be turned into a work of art at Betsy Hite’s hands. Moist and flaky oven-baked salmon adorned a bed of mixed greens with hard-boiled egg, perfectly sweet beets(Hite’s own pickled recipe), crisp and tender roasted asparagus, and a side of the fluffiest wild rice my mouth has ever tasted. If all that wasn’t enough of a celebration for my taste buds, the sweet raspberry vinaigrette brought the whole party of ingredients together. The dish was both beautiful to gaze upon and to devour. That’s what comes from a talented chef with her home and locally grown produce. Nothing beats the taste of fresh food. Of course, a meal isn’t complete without the proper company to share it with. Regardless of what your catering needs are, Hite’s welcoming demeanor sets the mood for your entertaining with her pleasant and jovial character. I didn’t just meet a caterer with Betsy Hite; I made a new friend. Friendly, professional, delectable, creative, fresh, inspiring… need I go on? If someone is looking for gourmet with more of a homey attitude, you cannot go wrong with choosing Betsy Hite’s Elegant and Easy Gourmet. The food itself is an experience, and making a friend in the process of a catering job is the bonus.