Auntie Approved Vendor: Minnesota Frost & Flame

My introduction to Minnesota Frost & Flame technically began when my boyfriend tried Andrew’s meat at a backyard Ribfest.

Yes, I’m aware of how that sentence sounds. We’re moving on.

Andrew happens to be his coworker’s son-in-law, and my first experience was actually trying the barbecue sauce by itself. I didn’t even need the meat involved—I was already hooked.

Since those early BBQ-sauce-sampling days, Andrew and Tasha have grown Minnesota Frost & Flame into a catering business that can handle everything from buffet-style meals to serving larger crowds from their food truck.

When the Client Wants Something Different

I booked Minnesota Frost & Flame for a milestone birthday party after the client told me they wanted something different.

Barbecue was the answer.

Andrew and Tasha worked with us to customize a menu from all their delicious options. They also made sure every detail was covered, including the chafing dishes, serving utensils, silverware and napkins.

On the day of the party, setup couldn’t have been easier. They delivered everything, explained how to keep the food warm and provided disposable items that made cleanup a breeze.

It was a drop-and-go catering setup, so they weren’t there to serve guests during this particular event. However, one look at the photos and updates on their Facebook page makes it clear that they know how to have a good time with the crowds they serve from the food truck, too.

Great Food Makes the Event

The detail and care given to every dish stood out immediately.

Food can make or break an event—and great barbecue paired with mac and cheese is pretty tough to beat.

Once I gave Andrew and Tasha the menu, I didn’t have to worry about the catering again. I knew they would arrive with quality food that would impress the guests. From a coordinator’s perspective, having a vendor you can trust to handle their piece without constant checking is a very beautiful thing.

Give Smoked Food the Time It Deserves

Minnesota Frost & Flame would be a great addition to private parties, weddings, community events and town celebrations. There’s really never a bad time for barbecued meat.

As always, plan ahead.

Great vendors book quickly and food vendors need time to prepare. When smoking meat is involved, that preparation can’t—and shouldn’t—be rushed. The deliciousness literally takes time.

More Than Great Barbecue

Plenty of vendors can serve food, but Andrew and Tasha bring personality with it. They’re genuinely great people, and Andrew’s passion for what he does comes through in every dish.

I’ve also seen how much they give back to their community and how deeply they care about the people around them.

You can’t find that kind of passion, generosity and grit in just anyone.

That—and some seriously good barbecue—officially earns Minnesota Frost & Flame the Auntie Approved stamp.