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On WeddingWire since 2021

Ciao Y'all Catering is an experiment in using old world flavors and southern preservation to create food that scales without a loss of quality. It is the idea of delivering fresh food using quality produce and pasta to eliminate the common issues found in large event catering. Using low overhead and event by event staffing to keep prices competitive and providing white tablecloth quality meals with country inspiration and a laid back service.

Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Ciao Y’all is a food truck and catering company that provides services for weddings. The team enjoys bringing together different cuisines and is enthusiastic about exploring the intersection between the foods of different cultures. Their versatile skills allow them to accommodate events of varied sizes and budgets.

Cuisine

Ciao Y’all offers dishes that blend Italian, southern, and international traditions. Some of their options include canapés, pasta stations, charcuterie, and other appetizers, buffets, dinner-truck service, and more. Using local ingredients, they craft plates that display an Italian-influenced presentation. The culinary team dedicates itself to crafting recipes on par with elevated eateries and served with friendly customer service.

Frequently asked questions

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

$45

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

$15

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$20

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

$10

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Flatware

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

Bartender(s)

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
BBQ
Italian
Southern

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)

Which of the following items can you provide?

China
Flatware
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Reviews of Ciao Y'all

4.6 out of 5 rating
4.6 out of 5 rating
11 Reviews
92% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.6 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
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Ciao Y'all is highly recommended as a wedding caterer. The owner, McDaniel, is praised for his flexibility, responsiveness, and willingness to work with clients. The food is described as delicious, with standout dishes like the vegan BBQ mac and cheese, truffle mac and cheese shooters, and prime rib and lobster ravioli. The catering service is also commended for being affordable and accommodating to dietary restrictions. Overall, Ciao Y'all is highly recommended for its tasty food and excellent service.

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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.

Ciao Y'all is highly recommended as a wedding caterer. The owner, McDaniel, is praised for his flexibility, responsiveness, and willingness to work with clients. The food is described as delicious, with standout dishes like the vegan BBQ mac and cheese, truffle mac and cheese shooters, and prime rib and lobster ravioli. The catering service is also commended for being affordable and accommodating to dietary restrictions. Overall, Ciao Y'all is highly recommended for its tasty food and excellent service.

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Kelly M. Sent on 10/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing food and amazing flexibility!!

The food was outstanding and McDaniel spent a whole day prepping our food with love. We had to change plans multiple times due to having a baby then money complications and then changing dates to work with family schedules—McDaniel was so sweet and easy to work with. He bent over backwards for us and made sure our special day was perfect. He was quick to respond and always willing to work with us. We ended up not having a venue and did a super intimate wedding. We picked all the catering up and ate it at home with all our guests.

The truffle Mac and cheese shooters and Simosas were delicious! We got spaghetti (homemade) with blackened chicken and filet mignon with roasted potatoes, Brussels, green beans, and garlic bread— all of which were delicious.

I would 100% recommend Ciao y’all to anyone needing a caterer. He’s also very affordable in his pricing and really spends the time to make your big day special. McDaniel will work with you every step of the way and is so flexible with anything life May throw at you!
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Jessica H. Sent on 10/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing vegan wedding experience with flexible menu and fun staff

This catering service was an absolute pleasure to work with! The owner really worked with us on our all vegan menu. The seitan in our vegan bbq mac and cheese was perfectly seasoned and had amazing texture. We had eggplant as an entree and so many of my guests told me how much they liked it. They served all vegan canapés and the stuffed mushrooms were so delicious and loved by all the mushroom lovers in the group. We were completely stuffed by the end of the event. The staff was so much fun to work with and very amicable. We will definitely be checking out their food truck when we come back to Asheville.
Erin
Erin Sent on 12/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Cocktail Hour Caterer

Ciao Y’all provided amazing food for our cocktail hour that everyone loved! They were very flexible and responsive. Would definitely recommend!
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Awards

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Chris & David
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Morgan & Brent
45 photos · 05/29/2021

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Team

McDaniel Cooper
McDaniel Cooper
Chef/Owner

Born in Johnson City, Tn I put myself through college and business school working in kitchens and restaurants. While in graduate school started catering events with Brother’s Pantry in Arcata, Ca and fell in love with the excitement, challenge, creativity and love that goes into putting together large events especially weddings. I Moved to Asheville to return to the south and continue to grow my skill set. We opened the food truck in 2017 and have been doing wedding catering ever since.

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