Honoring and recognizing Eatible Delights Catering and its founder, David Simms, for their extraordinary contributions to the culinary arts and their unwavering commitment to community service.

WHEREAS, Eatible Delights Catering, founded in 1996 by David Simms, has significantly impacted the culinary and community landscape, starting with a landmark achievement at the 1996 All-Star Game where they provided Caesar salad for 750 guests; and

WHEREAS, David Simms, leveraging his early experiences with The Olive Garden and Restaurant Associates, graduated from OIC in August 2000 and continued to expand Eatible Delights Catering’s reach and reputation through exceptional service and dedication, and in 2002, he received formal culinary training under Chef David Greer at La Terrasse Restaurant and secured backstage catering for The Robin Hood Dell East, showcasing his commitment to excellence in large-scale events; and

WHEREAS, In 2003, Eatible Delights Catering expanded its operations by opening David’s Place Restaurant, which it maintained until 2006 before relocating to Ridge Avenue, where it now operates its commissary kitchen. During this time, the business continued to provide backstage catering at The Robin Hood Dell East. Noteworthy milestones include operating a concession stand at Citizens Bank Ballpark in 2004 and catering at The Robin Hood Dell East in 2006 and 2007; and

WHEREAS, Today, located at 1540 Wadsworth Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, Eatible Delights Catering manages over 300 events annually, including notable events such as 4,500 lunches on Primary Day in May 2007, and has served high-profile clients like the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Parking Authority, Hon. Cherelle Parker, The Warner Theater, Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, RJ Reynolds, and numerous renowned artists including Jill Scott, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, and Patti LaBelle; and

WHEREAS, The company has been featured in prominent publications such as the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Business Journal, and Philadelphia Tribune, and David Simms has been recognized on CN8, Good Day Philadelphia, CBS3, WDAS FM, and MSNBC; and

WHEREAS, David Simms received the 2009 Retail Award from the Minority Enterprise Development Corporation and the 2012 I Am Empowered Award from The National Urban League, further underscoring his dedication to his craft and community; and

WHEREAS, In 2019, Eatible Delights Catering purchased its own commissary kitchen, establishing itself as one of Philadelphia’s premier caterers and expanding its services nationally from NYC to Washington DC and as far west as Seattle, WA; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That it hereby honors Eatible Delights Catering and its founder, David Simms, for their extraordinary contributions to the culinary arts and their unwavering commitment to community service. We commend their excellence and wish them continued success in their endeavors.

FURTHER RESOLVED, That an Engrossed copy of this Resolution be presented to Eatible Delights Catering and its founder, David Simms as an expression of the admiration and respect of this legislative body.

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