Gather round the table, while we fill it with delight.

A company built on years of experience now celebrating more than five years in business, Shane and Kim Henderson each bring over 20 years in the hospitality industry. Our past experiences, family traditions and shared memories are what Heritage is all about.

We handle events of any size with highly customized and personal experiences. Now booking events on Tuesday through Saturday (Sundays available for special cases.)

Our Team

Kim Henderson

Kim’s love of food and entertaining started at a youthful age from family meals to special celebrations. Eager to learn all aspects of the foodservice industry, Kim has held many various positions to become the well-seasoned professional she is today. Kim’s degree is in Marketing from the U of A in Fayetteville but her true passion is serving others. She’s held positions in the front and back of house. Kim has managed many different facets of the hospitality industry. From working at Aramark at three different universities to Operations Manager at Simply the Best Catering and Purchasing Manager at Ben E. Keith. In 2017, Kim decided to follow a lifelong dream, and open Heritage Catering. You can rely on Kim’s attention to detail, timeliness, and creativity to make your next event spectacular.

Phone: 501-246-3787
E-mail: kim@heritagecateringar.com

Shane Henderson

From his small town Southern roots as a preacher’s son raised on church potlucks, Shane has grown into a skilled, professional chef. He attended the prestigious culinary school at Johnson and Wales in Providence, RI. While on the East Coast, Shane learned time-honored methods of preparing fresh seafood and embraced the art of home-style Italian cooking. Shane’s Executive Chef experience ranges from a private college, country clubs and catering to founding the Argenta Market. Since 2010, Shane serves as the Executive Chef for Ben E. Keith Foods, Mid-South Division. Shane lends his expertise to independent restaurant operators, nursing homes, hotels and hospitals. He also contributes to many philanthropic events and non-profit organizations including Youth Home and Thea Foundation. Shane taught at Pulaski Technical College’s Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Institute for four years. He has won the Salut au Restauranteur Award, the “Gold” Award presented by the Central Arkansas ACF for lifetime service to culinary education and was named Pro-Start Mentor of the Year. Shane serves as a member of the Arkansas Tech University Advisory board, the American Culinary Federation and Arkansas Hospitality Association.

Kennedy Cotton

Say hello to Kennedy, Executive Chef for Heritage. When Kennedy first joined our team, he was juggling 3 jobs at a local coffee shop, restaurant and Heritage. To say this guy is a hard worker is an understatement. He accepts challenges and curve balls head on. Kennedy has a willingness to learn and a genuine passion for food. He handles stress and high volume cooking with grace. I’m grateful to have Kennedy on the Heritage team. He’s responsible for all the tasty treats coming out of the kitchen, so keep those orders coming!

Jack Daugherty

Meet Jack, the newest addition to the Heritage crew! Jack has many years of experience in the central Arkansas culinary scene. He is passionate about food and cooking, and a joy to be around. Jack is organized, calm and reliable. If we’re cooking onsite at your next event, look for his smiling face. We’re very lucky to have Jack on the Heritage team!

Happenings

★ Hello!★

We’d love to meet you! We can provide food, beverages and staff for your wedding, social or corporate event. Call 501-246-3787 or email kim@heritagecateringar.com to schedule a consultation. Coordinating busy schedules can be tough, so we can meet via phone call, Zoom meeting or in-person. We look forward to working with you!

★ Update★

We are taking a little time to relax and recharge. We’ll be back the week of July 31st ready to serve!

Our business hours vary from day to day and week to week. It is based on when deliveries and events are scheduled. We’re available to serve you Tuesday through Saturday, however, we close on Sundays. We’re a very small business which limits the number of events, deliveries and pick-ups we can accomodate during the week. During high volume months, some dates book up faster than others. If you’re thinking of planning an event or placing an order, please reach out as soon as possible!

At Heritage Catering, we embrace the idea of blending ingredients, experiences and heritages of our culinary team and customers. Our seasonings, dressings and sauces are recipes we created. All of our meats are smoked and cooked to order along with our sauces. Some items require a little more lead time to prepare just for you! We offer a variety of vegan, vegetarian & gluten free menu options, and can customize any menu upon request!

Hors d'oeuvres Menu

We love to customize menus for your special event or gathering! You’re welcome to mix & match the items below or we can create something just for you. Pricing is for food items only and a 20-person minimum guest count is required. Please contact Heritage Catering to add extended event services like beverages, serving equipment and staffing.

The OG Heritage Menu — $16

A variety of Heritage biscuits (buttermilk, garlic cheddar & parmesan black pepper) served with whipped roasted garlic butter, sweet tea brined & smoked pork tenderloin, sliced and served with BBQ sauce, fried chicken bites with comeback sauce, pimento cheese & Southern saltines, deviled eggs and pork rinds

Add-On Suggestions:

*Pigs in a Blanket (smoked sausage is wrapped in puff pastry dough, baked and sliced. Topped with “Everything” seasoning and served with creamy Cajun dipping sauce)

*Cheddar cheese thumbprints with 7-pepper jam

The Heritage Spread — $14

Charcuterie: housemade pastrami & duck ham along with sliced meats like pepperoni, salami and capicola, Cheese display: assorted sliced cheeses, Southern cheese truffles rolled in pecans and pimento cheese garnished with grapes and berries and served with Southern saltines, Veggie display: grilled squash, zucchini & green onion, fresh cucumbers, bell peppers, broccoli & carrots with Green Goddess dressing, cold spinach dip with tortilla chips

You may also consider our Individual Charcuterie Boxes

Minimum order of 20 boxes – $12 each

Packaged in an eco-friendly sugarcane container with clear lid & label. Contains cured meats, assorted cheeses, olives, grapes, Southern saltines & crostinis

Mexican Inspired Menu – $18

Fried chicken tacos (pickle brined & fried chicken, housemade chow chow & creamy Cholula aioli served on street size flour tortillas), Citrus carnitas served with street size corn or flour tortillas, diced onion, fresh cilantro & guacamole, beef tamales topped with chili with beans, Cheese dip, housemade salsa & tortilla chips

Add-On Suggestions:

*Warm black bean dip (layered black beans, goat cheese, cilantro & green onions)

*Street corn dip (roasted corn, cilantro, peppers, Feta Cheese, lime & chili powder)

*Mexican spiced melon & shrimp skewer

Mediterranean Inspired Spread – $18

Grilled lemon herb chicken tenders garnished with olives & grilled lemon, sweet tea brined & grilled pork tenderloin with pineapple aioli on a Hawaiian roll, hummus & pita chips, artisan Italian cheese display garnished with grapes, berries, peppadew peppers & smoked cashews and served with sliced rosemary bread & crackers, fresh veggies with green goddess dip

Add-On Suggestions:

*Mediterranean tomato & feta dip with crostinis

*Caramelized onion dip with potato chips

*House smoked salmon side served with crostinis & caper chive cream cheese garnished with capers, fresh dill, citrus & grated boiled egg

A Touch of Creole — $18

Hot fried chicken slider on Hawaiian roll, Memphis sausage & cheese (smoked sausage with House seasoning, cubed Tillamook cheddar cheese, Southern cheese ball rolled in toasted pecans & pickles), crawfish dip served with Fritos (a cheesy, warm combination of crawfish & Creole seasoning), loaded potato bites with sour cream, bacon & cheese, gouda mac & cheese

Add-On Suggestions:

*Shrimp cocktail

*Smoked deviled eggs

*Boudin balls (made with shredded smoked pork & Ralston Farms jasmine rice and served with comeback sauce)

Southern Faves — $18
Rocktown Philly slider with pot roast & pimento cheese, Coca-Cola brined & fried chicken tenders (breaded with a cornflake mixture & drizzled with hot honey), warm spinach dip & tortilla chips, fried green tomatoes drizzled with comeback sauce & served with Southern succotash (corn, black-eyed peas, red bell peppers, grilled onion, tomatoes & fresh herbs), loaded potato bite with bleu cheese, corn & crispy prosciutto, tomato basil bruschetta served with crostinis

Add-On Suggestions:
* Seafood jambalaya boudin balls with comeback sauce
*Whipped feta toast with caramelized mushrooms

Lunch Menu

The Details
We love to customize menus for your special event or gathering! You’re welcome to mix & match the items below or we can create something just for you. Pricing is for food items only and a 20-person minimum guest count is required. Please contact Heritage Catering to add extended event services like beverages, serving equipment and staffing.

Drop Off Catering is available anywhere in Arkansas! The delivery fee for the Little Rock Metro area is $15 during the hours of 10am-4pm. Please inquire for delivery charges outside of this time frame & the Little Rock area. Everything is served in disposable containers.

Boxed Meals

Each meal is individually boxed in an eco-friendly container with cutlery, napkin and label. All meals can be made vegan, vegetarian, gluten or dairy free upon request. Each box is $14 per guest and a minimum order of 20 boxes is required.

Smoked Turkey Club (House smoked turkey breast, bacon, tomato, guacamole and comeback sauce on a Crystal bun) served with an individual bag of chips

Ham & Swiss Sandwich (smoked ham, Swiss cheese, mixed salad greens on Crystal bun with dijonnaise) served with an individual bag of chips

Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich (grilled chicken breast, mixed greens, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese & basil pesto on Crystal bun) served with an individual bag of chips

Chicken Salad Sandwich (poached chicken with pickles, onion, celery and dill on Crystal bun) served with individual bag of chips (*Can be made into a vegan option with chickpeas, apples, cashews, celery, onion & curry powder on crystal bun)

Mediterranean Salad (mixed greens, farro, tomatoes, olives, capers, roasted red bell peppers & feta vinaigrette), Grilled “Everything” Chicken, Hummus & Pita Chips

Chopped Mexican Salad (mixed greens, black beans, roasted corn, grilled red bell peppers, tomatoes, cheddar cheese & Southwest ranch dressing), Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken, Tortilla Chips & Smoked Tomato Salsa

BBQ Chicken Salad (mixed greens, black beans, roasted corn, tomatoes, black beans, green onions & housemade ranch dressing), BBQ Chicken, Tortilla Chips & Guacamole

Mixed Salad Greens, Smoked, Sliced Chicken, Grilled Zucchini, Roasted Corn, Tomatoes, Toasted Pepitas, Tortilla Chips & Salsa Verde

Lo Mein Noodles with Bell Peppers, Carrots, Cabbage, Edamame, Grilled Teriyaki Chicken & Sesame Ginger Sauce

Southern Salad (mixed greens, tomatoes, bacon, shredded carrots, cucumbers, croutons & dill-buttermilk dressing), Fried Chicken, Pimento Cheese & Southern Saltines

Cobb Salad with House Smoked Turkey Breast, Boiled Egg, Tomatoes, Bacon, Cucumber, Green Onion, Goat Cheese and Avocado-Buttermilk Dressing

Nicoise Salad with Grilled Chicken, Boiled Egg, Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans, Olives, Tomatoes and Lemon Vinaigrette

Warm Lunches

These menu items are prepared in aluminum pans & delivered warm & ready to serve. You’re welcome to mix & match menu items or we can customize a menu just for you! We smoke & braise our meats to order, so some menu items require more advance notice than others.

Everything Chicken — $13
Grilled, chicken breast with “Everything” seasoning blend, gouda mac & cheese and roasted seasonal vegetables

Teriyaki Chicken— $13
Grilled teriyaki chicken, coconut rice and roasted seasonal vegetables

Smoked Pork Tenderloin — $13
Green goddess salad (mixed salad greens, shredded carrots, pickled okra, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, croutons and Green Goddess dressing), sweet tea brined & smoked pork tenderloin served with comeback sauce, roasted potato hash (combination of red & sweet potatoes with onions & peppers)

Smoked Turkey — $14
A Heritage Catering favorite all year round! House smoked, sliced turkey breast with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans with caramelized onions *48 hour notice required

Braised Beef — $18.50
Red wine braised beef with pan sauce, horseradish & parsley whipped potatoes, green beans with caramelized onions & dinner rolls *48 hour notice required

Lasagna — $16
Caesar salad, fresh pasta layered with housemade Bolognese sauce, ricotta cheese, Grande mozzarella & provolone blend served with roasted seasonal vegetables and dinner rolls *48 hour notice required

Creole Pasta — $16
Creole salad (Romaine lettuce, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, shaved red onion, green olives and Creole vinaigrette), Penne pasta, smoked sausage and chicken are mixed together in a creamy Creole sauce, green beans with caramelized onion & herbed French baguette

Tuscan Pasta — $16
Caesar salad, penne pasta with herbed chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes and creamy Parmesan sauce served with roasted seasonal vegetables and dinner rolls

Tacos (2 per guests) — $16
House smoked & sliced chicken with flour tortillas along with toppings to include shredded cheddar cheese, lettuce and sour cream. Served with Ralston Farms green jasmine rice, housemade tomato salsa, cheese dip and chips

Desserts

Sold by the dozen (unless otherwise noted)

Heritage Kitchen Sink Cookies – $21

The Wright Chocolate Chip Cookie – $21

Hello Dolly Bars – $24

Blond Brownies – $24

Raspberry Shortbread Cookies – $21

Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cookies – $24

Chocolate Whoopie Pies – $36 (2 dozen minimum)

Oatmeal Crème Pies – $36 (2 dozen minimum)

Pound Cake with Fresh Berries & Whipped Cream – $5/serving (minimum of 20 servings)

Beverages

Bottled Water — $1.50 ea.

Lemonade – $12/gal

Sweet or Unsweetened Tea — $10/gal

Heritage Peach Tea – $10/gal

Canned Soft Drinks — $2 ea.

Brunch Menu

Menu 1 – $15/person

Spinach & Tillamook cheddar quiche, mixed salad greens with cucumber, Heirloom cherry tomatoes, pickled okra & Green Goddess dressing, cherrywood smoked bacon, garlic cheddar biscuits with whipped butter, sausage balls and fried chicken & donuts with maple glaze

Menu 2 – $16/person

Cheesy scrambled eggs, housemade pastrami & potato breakfast hash, arugula salad with sangria poached pears, candied pecans, goat cheese & apple cider vinaigrette, fresh seasonal fruit, pimento cheese & Southern Saltines, mini blueberry muffins

Menu 3 – $16/person

Waffle Bar – waffles made onsite with toppings to include fresh berries, strawberry syrup, maple syrup, whipped cream, chocolate chips and powdered sugar, breakfast sausage patties, fried chicken strips, smoked deviled eggs, buttermilk biscuits with whipped butter & assorted jams

Menu 4 – $16/person

House smoked salmon served with “Everything” crostinis & biscuits, scallion-caper cream cheese, sliced cucumbers, lemon wedges and pickled onion, roasted red potatoes, raspberry white chocolate scones, Heritage deviled eggs, asparagus salad with yogurt-ranch spread and toasted nuts, grains & seeds, mini sausage & mushroom quiche

Menu 5 – $18/person

Delta Grind cheesy grits & Royal Red shrimp with tomato gravy, ham & cheese breakfast casserole, corn & jalapeno biscuits, roasted seasonal vegetables, cinnamon rolls

Beverages

Westrock Coffee — $15/gallon
Fresh brewed Westrock coffee with sweeteners, creamer and stirrers. Serves approx. 10 guests.

Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice — $12/gallon
Serves approx. 10 guests

Bottled Water — $1.50 each

Topo Chico Sparkling Water — $3 ea.

Dinner Menu

At Heritage, we strive to provide our customers with memorable culinary creations and unique event experiences. We are committed to using the freshest, quality ingredients available. We work with each client to create a personalized menu for their special event. You can order from this menu or customize something special. Heritage has extended services including beverages, event service and rental coordination. As your catering partner, we embrace our Southern heritage, and together celebrate moments that become great memories!

Chicken Breast — $18
Sweet Tea Marinated Fried Chicken Breast / local Pinto Beans / Greens

Marsala — $18
Seared & Sous Vide Chicken Breast / Apple Marsala Sauce / Orzo & Ralston Rice blend

Smoked Chop — $25
Brined & Smoked Bone-in Pork Chop / Braised Green Beans / Gouda Mac ‘n Cheese

Smoked Duck Breast — $30
Molasses Cured Smoked Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast / Farro Risotto / Honey Roasted Carrots

Salmon Pasta — $24
Penne Pasta/Tomato & Cream / Fresh Dill / Atlantic Salmon

Ragu — $20
Fettuccine Pasta / Braised Beef & Pork / Tomato Sauce

Shrimp & Grits — $24
Mississippi Delta Grind Grits / Royal Red Gulf Shrimp / Tomato Gravy / Worcestershire Reduction

Tri Tip — Market Price
Braised 44 Farms Tri-Tip / Roasted Red Potatoes / Chow Chow

Tenderloin — Market PRice
Cast Iron Seared 44 Farms Beef Tenderloin / Mashed Potatoes/ Duck Confit Demi / Mushrooms in Hunter’s Sauce

Scallop — Market Price
Seared Fresh Atlantic Scallops / Smoked Cauliflower Mash / Braised Red Cabbage

Lobster — Market Price
Fresh Lobster Tail stuffed with Andouille Sausage, Louisiana Crawfish and Butter Crackers / AR succotash

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Heritage Bar Services

Heritage Catering is a licensed & insured company. We carry general and liquor liability insurance. Our clients can provide the alcohol you would like served at your event. Heritage can furnish ice, mixers & garnishes (if needed), appropriate serving equipment and bartenders. Please speak with a sales representative for more information!

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Contact

F.A.Q.

Q: Where are you located?
A: Our physical address is 315 N. Bowman Road in Little Rock, Arkansas. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 22912, Little Rock, AR 72221.

Q: Do you require a deposit to hold my date?
A: For wedding & special events: A $500 deposit is required as soon as possible to confirm the reservation. Deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable for other services or dates. Cancellation forfeits deposit. A guaranteed head count and 50% payment is due 30 days prior to the event. Guest count may be increased after such time but not decreased. Final payment and guest count is due 1 week prior to the event. All payments are non-refundable. There is a $25 late fee and 10% finance charge if these terms are not met.

Q: Why is there a 20 person minimum for my order?
A: This has always been our preference but we reduced our minimum order during Covid. Gatherings were much smaller and we wanted to be as safe as possible through the pandemic. Now that things have somewhat gone back to normal, we’ve returned to our 20 person minimum requirement. When catering for really small groups, we often have to purchase food from the grocery store (versus our foodservice distributor). This takes extra time and costs more money, so it makes it harder to keep pricing competitive.

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: We prefer cash, debit and credit cards but will also accept personal checks.

Q: When do you need my final guest count?
A: For weddings & special events, a guaranteed count is due 30 days prior to the event. Guest count may be increased after this time but not decreased. Final head count is due one week prior to the event so we can prepare accordingly.

Q: How do I make my deposit & any subsequent payments?
A: For credit card payments, we can email a secure link to pay online. You can mail payments to P.O. Box 22912, Little Rock, AR 72221, or drop off payments in person at 315 N. Bowman Road, Suite 2, Little Rock, AR 72211.

Q: Are there additional fees or charges?
A: Everything will be line itemized on your proposal and invoice. Applicable taxes will be applied to each event order. If Heritage Catering staff is working your event, there will also be a 10% service charge added to the total of the bill. The service charge is not a tip or gratuity for staff. The service charge is to cover the overhead expenses like insurance, office supplies, van fuel, rent and administrative expenses. Tips (gratuity) to the staff are solely at your discretion.

Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: Should it become necessary to cancel your event and terminate the contract, the client will be responsible for all expenditures to date, including but not limited to food and labor expenses, special orders, rentals and/or proposals costs. All deposits and payments are non-refundable. However, if, due to emergency (including COVID related issues) the client wishes to reschedule the event, the deposit and payments made to date are transferable. As long as the location and date are agreeable to Heritage Catering and the client, we will be pleased to honor these arrangements.

Q: Do you offer tastings?
A: Yes! Our tastings are usually scheduled after the consultation and proposal has been received. We prepare the menu you’ll (hopefully!) be serving at your event. Usually the most challenging part is finding a date that fits within everyone’s schedules! We try to schedule our tastings Tuesday through Thursday between 11am-4pm. Weekends (Fri & Sat) are usually busy with events, and we close on Sundays. We typically prepare 4-6 menu items of your choice, and charge $100 for each tasting for up to 4 guests. This price could fluctuate depending on the menu items requested. If you end up booking with Heritage, the tasting fee is waived or credited to your account. As a catering company, we’re a little different than a restaurant. We don’t have a set menu we prep and prepare everyday. We purchase food based on what is ordered for the week. So our tastings are completely customized and prepared just for you!

Q: How far in advance do I need to book you?
A: If you know your event date, we always recommend you reserve your date as soon as possible. Once you have signed your contract and paid the initial deposit, your date is locked in and on our calendar. Weekends during “wedding season” can fill up quickly. Corporate lead times are much shorter. Most times, we can accommodate smaller corporate requests, such as lunches, in a matter of days.

Q: Can you accommodate for dietary restrictions on my menu?
A: Yes, we have a wide variety of vegetarian, gluten-free, allergy-sensitive and other special needs menu items. When planning your event, we will discuss your dietary needs and will suggest a menu that will be suitable for you and your guests.

Q: Can you provide service staff for my event?
A: Yes. Heritage Catering can provide servers & bartenders for your event for $25 per hour, per employee. This charge is calculated from the time they leave Heritage Catering until they return. Heritage servers will provide agreed upon setup and breakdown of the event, maintain food and beverage areas to ensure cleanliness and will bus tables. Our staff is also responsible for cleaning their work area and following the rules of the venue.

Q: What does your staff wear while working events?
A: Our servers and bartenders wear black pants, black, long sleeve, button-down collared shirts, black shoes and a Heritage Catering apron.

Q; Do you charge a cake cutting fee?
A: No, if Heritage servers are working your event, they will be happy to cut the wedding cake.

Q: I’m planning on providing alcohol at my event. Can I hire your bartenders to serve it?
A: Yes, if you plan to provide alcohol for your event, Heritage can provide bartenders. The charge for bartenders is $25 per hour, per bartender. The client is responsible for delivering alcohol to the venue.

Q: Is Heritage Catering licensed and insured?
A: Yes, we have all licenses, permits and insurances that are required to prepare and serve food and beverages. We can provide you and/or your event space or company with a copy of these if needed.

Q: Can you provide rental items for my event?
A: We work with local rental companies for items like tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware and flatware. We can make recommendations for items and quantities needed based on your event.

Q: Can I customize the menu and services for my event?
A: Definitely! We are here to serve you, and want to create a menu that suits you best. You can add beverages, equipment and staff. The factors that affect the price of an event include the number and kind of menu choices, number of guests, length of the event as well as number of servers required. Our goal is to give you the fairest price based on your specific needs.

Jack Daugherty