Culinary Excellence
About
Culinary Excellence is an exceptional wedding catering company based out of Oakland, California. Owner and head chef, Christian H., and his dedicated team of culinary artists have been providing couples and their loved ones with exquisite catering for decades. Their sole aim is to complement your special day with a unique and unforgettable dining experience.
Cuisine
Culinary Excellence can facilitate a wide range of dining options, including hors d’oeuvres, plated meals, buffets, and family-style dinners. Their versatile menu features dishes from a selection of international cuisines, such as Indian, French, Greek, Italian, and Carribean. Gluten-free, nut-free, halal, and vegan are just some of the many dietary restrictions that the team can accommodate. This company provides delivery, set-up, and clean-up services, as well as a friendly team of servers and bartenders to serve your loved ones.
- LGBTQ+-owned
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average catering price per person for plated service?
What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?
What is the average catering price per person for stations?
What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?
Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
What event services do you provide?
What catering services do you provide?
What types of cuisine do you cater?
What dietary needs can you accommodate?
What bar services do you provide?
Which of the following items can you provide?
Which of the following items can you provide?
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I love this team. Chris, Jessica, and Danny are great and they are my favorite caterer to work with.
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Culinary Excellence frequently asked questions
At Culinary Excellence, what does the full wedding catering service cost include?
- Delivery
- Set Up
- Clean Up
- Cake Cutting
- Cocktail Reception
- Server(s)
- Tastings
- China
- Linens
- Flatware
- Glassware
At Culinary Excellence, what does the bar service starting price include?
- Bartender(s)
- Champagne Toast
What event services does Culinary Excellence offer for weddings?
- Delivery
- Set Up
- Clean Up
What catering services does Culinary Excellence provide for weddings?
- Breakfast / Brunch
- Buffet
- Cake
- Cake Cutting
- Cocktail Reception
- Custom Menu
- Dessert
- Family Style
- French Service
- Hors d'oeuvres
- Lunch
- Outside Cake
- Plated
- Server(s)
- Stations
- Tapas
- Tastings
What types of cuisine can you find at Culinary Excellence?
- American
- Asian
- BBQ
- British
- Caribbean
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Greek
- Indian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Latin American
- Local
- Mediterranean
- Mexican
- Middle Eastern
- Russian
- Sandwiches
- Seafood
- Southern
- Southwestern
- Spanish
- Thai
What dietary needs can be accomodated at Culinary Excellence?
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- No Pork
- Halal
- Nut Free
- Organic
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
What type of bar services does Culinary Excellence provide for wedding events?
- Liquor License
- Bartender(s)
- Limited Bar
- Open Bar
- Specialty Beer
- Champagne Toast
- Signature Drink
- Outside Alcohol
What type of food and beverage items does Culinary Excellence provide for wedding services?
- Barware
- China
- Chocolate Fountain
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
What percentage of users recommend Culinary Excellence and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?