The caps, the gowns, the pomp and circumstance. These are the buzzwords that signal graduation is about to commence, and the best way to congratulate your graduate is by picking up all your party needs from your local Strack & Van Til.

Visit the Strack & Van Til Deli Department and Bakery Department for all the trimmings for your graduate’s gathering  — or new this year: Place your catering order online at strackandvantil.com/catering for pickup or delivery.

Choose from party platters, pans of famous hand-breaded or grilled chicken, party packages, a la carte entrée trays and sides at your local Strack & Van Til Deli Department or check out the catering menu online.

Party platter options include the Pita Sandwich Party Tray, with smoked ham or oven-roasted turkey. Other premade sandwiches are available on King’s Hawaiian rolls, pretzel rolls or submarine style. Select from boneless wings, chicken tenders, snacking cheeses, fruits and vegetables, and cooked shrimp trays from the Seafood Department.

The Deli Department’s party platters and a la carte entrees serve 10 to 20 people, while party packages are priced at a minimum of 25 people or more. Packages include the Chicken Party, American Favorites or Party Feast. Advanced notice is required, and pickup in-store or delivery options are available.

“Some of our customer favorite entrees include mostaccioli and meat sauce or meatless mostaccioli, Italian sausage and peppers in marinara sauce, Polish sausage and kraut and baked ham with pineapple glaze,” notes Deli Director Kristin Snow. “Other popular entrée choices are BBQ rib tips, roast beef in au jus and, of course, Strack’s famous Fried or Grilled Chicken and our mashed potatoes.”

Deli Department side dishes are the perfect complement to party platters and entrees, and ideal for a barbecue. “Try our macaroni and cheese, baked beans, potato salads in a variety of styles from American to Steakhouse, and an array of pasta salads including our spinach and bow tie pasta salad,” adds Snow.

Graduation is an accomplishment that calls for cake … and many other desserts, as well. Whether it’s a high school diploma or college or postgraduate degree, commemorate it in style with unforgettable treats from the Strack & Van Til Bakery.

Celebrate your graduate’s achievements, hard work and perseverance with a delectable and beautiful made-from-scratch cake. Choose from a wide assortment of graduation-themed cakes and a wide variety of custom designs in-store or online at strackandvantil.com/catering/order-cakes-online.

Satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth with platters of Our Homestyle cookies, famous signature butter cookies, brownies and cupcakes platters. Add a special touch with a large cookie customized with a message by the Bakery Department’s expert decorators.

“What sets our graduation cakes apart is the personalized touch we bring to each creation. Whether you want to incorporate the graduate’s school colors, a custom photo or a special message, we work closely with you to bring your vision to life,” notes Bakery Director Stephanie Flynn. “Our goal is to make your cake not only delicious but also meaningful, ensuring that it reflects the personality and achievements of the graduate in a memorable way.”

Ready to plan? It’s all academic: From education to graduation to congratulations, there’s no better way to mark the occasion than a celebration with food favorites from Strack & Van Til.