WEDDINGS • REHEARSAL DINNERS • CELEBRATIONS

A wedding meal your guests will still be talking about

From the welcome meal to the last toast, Hankering Southern Kitchen brings scratch-made Southern flavor and warm, attentive hospitality to weddings throughout the Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky Tri-State area.

Buffet service with carved smoked meats

Why groups choose Hankering

Scratch-made flavor

Heirloom-inspired Southern dishes prepared with the care your celebration deserves.

Service that feels personal

Drop-off, staffed buffet, family-style, and coordinated bar options shaped around your day.

One experienced team

Food, beverages, setup, and hospitality planned together for a smoother celebration.

Outdoor buffet setup beneath warm string lights

Build a menu that feels like your celebration

Create a memorable spread from smoked meats, Southern entrées, scratch-made sides, breads, appetizers, and desserts.

  • Pulled pork, applewood-smoked chicken, smoked meatloaf, ribs, turkey, ham, prime rib, and Jasmine peach tea salmon
  • Buffet and family-style options
  • Cocktail-hour appetizers and beverage service
  • Bourbon bread pudding and other dessert options

Frequently asked questions

Do you cater weddings outside Aurora, Indiana?

Yes. Hankering serves weddings and rehearsal dinners throughout the Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky Tri-State area. Availability and travel requirements depend on the venue.

Can Hankering provide both food and bar service?

Yes. We can coordinate catering with licensed beer, wine, liquor, and bartender service when the venue and event details allow.

How do we reserve our wedding date?

Confirmed catering requires a 25% deposit. Final guest counts are due seven days before the event, and availability is based on the date, venue, and service needs.

Ready to bring Southern hospitality to your event?

Share your date, location, guest count, service needs, and menu ideas. We’ll help you build a catering experience your guests will be excited to attend—and remember afterward.