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Catering Connections offers a wide variety of menu items from Port St Joe, Apalachicola and St. George Island's favorite restaurants for intimate dinners, family gatherings, business meetings, weddings and events of any size.

We take the stress out of planning by working with you and your event planner to ensure that everything is in place for your special day. No matter if your event is for 2 or 200, Catering Connections is the only FULL service caterer in Gulf and Franklin Counties. We also cater events in Okaloosa, Fort Walton and Bay Counties of the Florida Panhandle.

With Catering Connections, you can plan your meal with everything from one restaurant . . . or mix and match menu items from several different restaurants.

Looking for something unique? Our chefs bring a global flair to the Forgotten Coast….

Chef Scott Warren was the Executive Chef at Wahoo Grill for over 6 years & SOHO Atlanta. Chef Kirk Lynch, originally from Tampa, specializes in Mediterranean & Caribbean dishes along with scrumptious pastries. Chef Alejandro’s fresh & authentic Mexican meals are all traditional family recipies. Chef Max shares his global inspirations from his years at a 5 star Cabo San Lucas resort and Chef Solomon can prepare home style meals, tapas, crepes and everything in between.

With our professional and experienced team, Catering Connections takes the stress out of planning your event because...

Just 1 Call Feeds Them All.

Catering Connections provides:

* Delicious meals to please every taste & match every budget.

* Professional & friendly servers.

* Bartenders with full liquor liability insurance coverage for every venue.

* Fresh Gulf Oysters & Oystershuckers

* Catering Equipment Rental & Setup for Intimate Events

* Delivery Service with Setup for Intimate Events

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

$142

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

$35

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$45

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

$25

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

Delivery
Set Up
Cake
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chocolate Fountain

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

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

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Signature Drink

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Kosher
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chocolate Fountain
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Reviews of Catering Connections

4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
29 Reviews
99% recommend it
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    5 out of 5 rating
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    5 out of 5 rating
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Catering Connections is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for their exceptional service, delicious food, and professional staff. Colleen and her team are praised for their friendliness, professionalism, and attention to detail. Reviewers mention that their event planning process was made easy and stress-free, and they highly recommend Catering Connections for all types of events, including weddings. The food is consistently described as amazing, with many reviewers commenting on the great taste and presentation. Overall, Catering Connections is highly recommended for their excellent service and delicious food.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Catering Connections is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for their exceptional service, delicious food, and professional staff. Colleen and her team are praised for their friendliness, professionalism, and attention to detail. Reviewers mention that their event planning process was made easy and stress-free, and they highly recommend Catering Connections for all types of events, including weddings. The food is consistently described as amazing, with many reviewers commenting on the great taste and presentation. Overall, Catering Connections is highly recommended for their excellent service and delicious food.

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Michelle T. Sent on 05/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

great chicken

Colleen,

Thank you so much for catering my son's wedding! The food was delicious. We had many compliments on the Chicken Marsala. The only thing I would have done differently was to order extra rolls, lol. I will recommend you to friends and family.

Thanks again and take care,
Michelle Tehrani
Allison
Allison V. Sent on 04/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great Service!

I hired catering connections to help with appetizers during cocktail hour and to provide lunch for the girls while we were getting ready. The food was 10/10 and the service was amazing! I highly recommend!
K
Kaila Sent on 11/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Always a pleasure to work with

Colleen is such a great person to work with. Food is always amazing
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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Team

Colleen Reilly
Colleen Reilly
Owner / Personal Event Coordinator

When asked how long she’s been caterer, she enthusiastically exclaims, "I’ve been doing this all my life!" as she assisted her parents with a diverse array of family gatherings and celebrations.

Seeing the joy of people relishing good food and good times brings an undeniable sparkle to the eyes of the owner of Catering Connections.

Tana Connell
Tana Connell
Lead Server / On-site Supervisor

As one of our original servers, Tana can handle anything and everything to ensure that your event is absolutely perfect!

Laura  Powell
Laura Powell
Coordinator

Laura has helped organize and serve at parties ever since she was a little girl. Now, this young mother manages events and supervises other servers. Your event is guaranteed to be perfect when Laura is behind the scenes.

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