In 1897 in Grand Rapids, MI, Isaac Van Westenbrugge started a small delivery business, supplying local grocers with eggs and butter. Forty-five years later, with the retirement of Mr. Van Westenbrugge, the Gordon family took over the expanding business and renamed it Gordon Food Service. The company specializes in bulk foods and party supplies for restaurants, large corporations, party planners and individual families. Customers will find a large selection, including various snacks and candy, canned and frozen fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, breads, dairy products and pies. Plastic and Styrofoam plates, cups, cutlery, tablecloths, signs, foil and film wrap are available, along with cleaning supplies, pots and pans and kitchen appliances. GFS offers special-order, delivery, catering, and fundraising services as well.