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A Sharper Palate

About

Imagine the perfect event and your mind conjures up all sorts of gourmet delights, from delectable hors d'oeuvres to elegantly presented desserts.

At A Sharper Palate, that's only the beginning. For us, it's about creating an unforgettable experience from stylish table settings to unmatched personal service. We pay attention to every detail so you can relax and enjoy your event.

Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or an elegant gala, A Sharper Palate Catering Company can assist you with your special day.

Our skilled chefs are able to offer custom menu creations, because our kitchen strives to always fresh, local, high quality ingredients whenever possible a make our food items.

A Sharper Palate’s event planners tailor each event to best suite our client’s taste and budget. Our years of off- site catering experience have taught us the key elements to making every event the best it can be.

Our approach takes a little more time and experience, but it's what sets A Sharper Palate apart from our competition.

Please contact us regarding your future event at (804) 553-0495.

email: info@asharperpalate.com

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$130

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$110

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$85

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$85

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$6.75

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Open Bar

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
BBQ
French
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of A Sharper Palate

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A Sharper Palate received high praise for their exceptional service and delicious food for weddings. Reviewers highlighted the attentive and knowledgeable staff, with Carter Aines being particularly commended for being a game changer. The variety and quality of food options, including appetizers and main dishes, were highly appreciated, with dishes like room-temperature bistro beef and creamy herb chicken standing out. The attentive service, seamless execution, and attention to detail in catering for specific themes, such as a medieval wedding, were also highlighted. Overall, reviewers highly recommended A Sharper Palate for well-staffed events with tailored communication and delectable offerings.

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A Sharper Palate received high praise for their exceptional service and delicious food for weddings. Reviewers highlighted the attentive and knowledgeable staff, with Carter Aines being particularly commended for being a game changer. The variety and quality of food options, including appetizers and main dishes, were highly appreciated, with dishes like room-temperature bistro beef and creamy herb chicken standing out. The attentive service, seamless execution, and attention to detail in catering for specific themes, such as a medieval wedding, were also highlighted. Overall, reviewers highly recommended A Sharper Palate for well-staffed events with tailored communication and delectable offerings.

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Martin Sent on 10/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Carter Aines and Shaper Palate Saved Our Wedding

Shaper Palate was an impressive and effective collection of professionals. In particular, Carter Aines our point of contact was an absolute game changer for us, due to unforeseen circumstances we were dropped by our original caterer. When our wedding planner put us in contact with Carter, we were immediately put at ease by her candidness, compassion, and willingness to support us. They were timely and prepared, and they made my partner and I feel valued and prioritized. We were impressed by the variety of options they had for appetizers, salads, main dishes, sides, desserts, and late-night snacks (highly recommend the mac ‘cheese bites). We were also impressed by the top-to-bottom consistency in terms of quality. For our dinners, we had their room-temperature bistro beef and creamy herb chicken with mushroom and they were both absolute show-stoppers. We had people talking about it for a couple of days after. While I understand that other options may be cheaper, I believe that the human element in Shaper Palate and their focus on quality and variety makes up for those differences and then some.
Elise
Elise Sent on 11/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Food & Staff

Carter was so responsive and patient. She was willing to talk through things over and over again until we had things just right. Literally everything they served at our wedding was incredible. We have had SO MANY complements from guests about the quality of the food.
anna
Anna Sent on 11/26/2019
5 out of 5 rating

incredible food and service

A Sharper Palate catered both our rehearsal dinner and our wedding reception, and we truly cannot say enough good things about the food, the beautiful setup, and the fantastic service. Kristen was a pleasure to work with in the months leading up to our wedding. We never had any doubts that we were in good hands with Kristen. She was accommodating of some dietary restrictions we had, and we felt that she completely understood our desires and our vision from the start. The food was impeccable and our guests are still talking about how delicious it was. The setup for our rehearsal dinner and our reception was absolutely beautiful as well. I highly recommend using A Sharper Palate - you absolutely will not regret it.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Rent-E-Quip Rent-E-Quip Wedding Rentals

LOVE LOVE LOVE A Sharper Palate. While working with Rent-E-Quip I have had the opportunity to take part in many events with this team and I can personally attest that they are worth every penny!

Sassy Snapdragon Florals Sassy Snapdragon Florals Wedding Florists

Exquisite food, presentation and staff.

Jenny McQueen Wedding Photographer Jenny McQueen Wedding Photographer Wedding Photographers

Stephen, Lauren & the rest of the team make Sharper Palate our favorite catering company in Richmond-and their cheese plate is the best in town!!

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A Sharper Palate frequently asked questions

At A Sharper Palate, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at A Sharper Palate includes:
  • Open Bar
A Sharper Palate offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
A Sharper Palate offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At A Sharper Palate, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • French
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At A Sharper Palate, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
A Sharper Palate provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, A Sharper Palate offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
A Sharper Palate is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.7 in average response time and 4.7 in value.

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