A Joy Wallace Catering Production and Design Team Featured Vendor 5.0 out of 5.0 5.0/5.0
Enchanting Our Clients With Glorious Creations & Innovative Style
8501 SW 129th TERR, Miami, FL 33156
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Services: CateringFlowers & Decor
Established: 1988
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About

A Joy Wallace Catering Production and Design Team

 

Spoiling her guests as she would like to be spoiled has always been Joy Wallace’s goal. She assembled an award winning group of professional chefs, event planners, coordinators, designers, and service personnel to do just that. Our unsurpassed staff has achieved national recognition and is passionately dedicated to every detail; from edible works of art to awe-inspiring design. Whether a romantic dinner for two, a fairy tale wedding, an over-the-top themed party, immense corporate events, or feeding thousands of evacuees in hurricane ravaged areas, our team puts their heart and soul into each meaningful occasion. With over 20 years of leadership and experience in the special event industry and twice awarded Caterer of the Year, we are the team to produce your vision.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Catering
What catering services do you provide?
Buffet, Cocktail Reception, Family Style, Hors d'oeuvres - Displayed, Hors d'oeuvres - Passed, Plated, Stations
 
What bar services do you provide?
Limited Bar, Open Bar
 
What alcohol services do you provide?
Champagne Toast, House Beer, House Wine, Premium Liquor, Rail Liquor, Specialty Beer, Specialty Wine
 
What types of cuisine do you cater?
African, American (New), American (Traditional), Asian, British, Cajun, Carribean, Chinese, Ethiopian, French, German, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin American, Mediterranean, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Pan-Asian, Polynesian, Southern, Southwestern, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese
 
Do you accommodate dietary needs?
Kosher, No Pork, Organic, Vegan, Vegetarian
 
Do you offer a tasting for potential clients?
We encourage brides to visit one of our weddings during the set up (at a public venue and well before the guests arrive). They can see our team in action and we will bring extra hors d?oeuvres for them to taste. In most cases we do have formal tastings in our showroom after a menu has been finalized.
 
Are you also able to provide the wedding cake?
We can provide the wedding cake or serve the bride?s cake that is delivered to the reception site.
 
If a bride decides to bring her own wedding cake, do you have a cake cutting fee? If yes, how much is the fee?
We do not charge a fee, but only charge for rental of the additional fork and knife.
 
Are you licensed to sell alcohol? If yes, where are you licensed?
We are licensed to sell alcohol as part of our catering package anywhere in Florida.
 
Do you allow outside alcohol? If yes, what is the corkage fee?
We usually provide what we call ?set ups?; which consists of sodas, mixers, juices, garnishes, ice, and all necessary serving equipment for $7.95. Our Full Open Bar prices start at $16.50 per guests for a 4 hour event.
 
Do you provide rentals for items such as linens and flatware?
Yes we do. We have a basic but elegant package that is very cost effective. We welcome custom designs of all rentals to help match and enhance the bride?s tastes. The sky is the limit.
 
Are you able to provide your own wait staff?
We supply the service staff for almost all of our weddings. We personally train our professional wait staff in our meticulous service standards.
 
What is your maximum catering capacity?
5000

Frequently Asked Questions for Flowers & Decor
Do you offer free or for charge consultations?
Free
 
Do you provide free or for charge sample arrangements?
Free
 
Do you offer delivery, set up, and breakdown services?
Breakdown, Delivery, Setup
 
What type of decor (if any) do you offer?
We carry a huge inventory of wedding ceremony and table top embellishments in our warehouse. Obtaining and providing something unique for that personal touch is our specialty.
 
Do you provide non-floral additions to floral arrangements?
We have added a variety of adornments to our centerpieces?Swarovski crystals, feather boas, stuffed animals, LED lighting. If you can dream it, we can create it.
 
Do you offer full-services, such as wedding day setup, for an additional fee?
we offer those services. We can coordinate the entire reception (usually part of wedding package) and will gladly work in conjunction with your Wedding Planner..
 
Di you have not worked at the ceremony or reception sites previously, would you be willing to visit the sites before the event?
Yes, we would be happy to visit and walk through the site with the bride. We also have almost every South Florida venue on our CAD (Computer Aided Design) program. As part of our services we can lay out your floor plan to scale, eliminating seating capacity worries.
 
Do you offer flower preservation services?
No, but we can refer the brides to a service.
 
Do you offer any other specializations that have not been covered?
We can help the bride with lighting, entertainment, chic furniture vignettes, transportation, guest welcome baskets in their hotels, and many, many more. We will be as involved as our bride wishes us to be.

Tips and Advice

Words of Wedding Wisdom 
          | A Joy Wallace Catering Production and Design Team



Remember, the Joy of the forest is found skipping through the trees.“
            | Joy Wallace, President & CEO

A life rich with love and devotion will bring you Joy. Worked for me!“
            | Richard Wallace, Vice President & Devoted Husband

“Love is so good; it sticks to your Ribs.”
            | Steven Hulkow, Executive Chef/BBQ Enthusiast

“Barriga llena, corazon contento! “ (English translation: Full Stomach, Happy Heart)
            | Elgin Woodman, Chef de Cuisine

“You must step in the right direction together, no matter what the circumstances.”
            | Adelee Cabrera, Director of Client Support

“Planning special date nights devoted to pampering your partner will fuel a meaningful relationship full of heart, soul, and desire!”
             | Priscilla Bittson, Meeting Planner Specialist

“Take into account your loved one’s weakness for shopping when managing your monthly finances…then smile.” 
         
     | Neil Borden, Corporate Account Manager

“Always remember - Stand by your man in every social situation. At the very least, sing him the song.” 
                | Talia Greenfield, Social Client Coordinator

“Marriage requires 3 types of "Rings": Engagement Ring, Wedding Ring, and Enduring”
                | Mayrelis Febles, Wedding Client Coordinator

“Protect romance in your relationship by replacing the TV in your bedroom with fresh flowers, luxurious linens, candles and mood lighting.“
                | Richard Randall, Creative Director of Design & Decor

“Avoid apologizing with flowers, but DO give them for no reason at all.” 
                | Susan Greenstein, Design Business Manager

“Don’t expect family to be perfect. They may show up late and sometimes not have the best attitude but they are still part of your team!” 
                | Addy Plasencia, Staffing Coordinator

“Play offense over defense; better to ask your partner how they feel, then to project your own feelings upon them.”
                | Mike McLaney, Project Manager

“Simple Logic. To keep a small disagreement from turning into a huge production, use two little words…Yes, Dear.” 
                | Andrew Smith, Production & Logistics Coordinator

"Producing that perfect love isn't an easy task. But, when you do figure it out, by all means, Tweet it out loud in 140 characters or less!" (This quote was created in exactly 140 characters)
                | Sabdy Pacheco, Production Assistant/Social Media Expert

“Keep the wheels of love spinning by not driving her crazy. “
                | Rick Herrera, Logistics/Transportation Supervisor

“Socks belong in drawers and hampers, not on the floor.” 
                | Erick Gonzalez, Warehouse Supervisor

“Appreciate what you have, learn from your mistakes and broadcast your commitment to your loved one through insightful communication. “
                | John McPhee, Director of Marketing

“As you move forward and form new alliances, never forget to embrace the partnership that matters most….your wife. “
                | Leo Bohorquez, Marketing Coordinator/New Business

“Be creative when letting your partner know their value. Don’t be afraid to profess your love loudly from roof tops!”
                | Kristina Raines, Marketing Coordinator/Creative Media

“Love has a funny way of lighting things...sometimes it may seem dark, but all one has to do is adjust their settings.” 

                | Ryan Oswald - Photographer & Graphic Designer

“Crossed wires of communication are easily fixed by listening.” 
                | Kevin Cossio, IT Director

“K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple, Sweetheart! Say what you mean and mean what you say and your life together will be a lot less complicated. “
                | Sabrina Ramos, IT Support

“Love doesn’t cost a thing but it sure can make you feel like a million dollars! “
                | Nancy Salmonsen, Financial Director

“Don’t let money come between you and your honey.” 
                | Michelle Miller, Accounting Manager

“Loving each other every day will surely keep your doctors at bay.”
                | David Ragland, HR Benefits Manager