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Culinary Productions Inc. is a wedding catering company located in Pensacola, FL and we have some hot news to share – in December 2023, we will be unveiling a brand-new event space in town! Owner Mike DeSorbo has been creating exquisite dining experiences for his cherished clients for over 25 years. Whether you desire buffet service or a seated meal, his professional team will customize their offerings to reflect your unique vision.

Culinary Productions Inc. is a full-service wedding caterer. Mike DeSorbo provides premium cuisine for all types of events, from intimate occasions to large-scale receptions. He founded CPI in 2004 and has flourished in the wedding industry ever since. His delicious dishes are not only fresh and flavorful, they are displayed in visually-stunning presentations that complement sophisticated soirées. Mike’s culinary influences span an international array of cuisine, from Mexican and Italian to Indian, Thai, and French dishes. He can accommodate guests with various dietary restrictions such as gluten and dairy intolerance or vegetarian and vegan leanings. From passed appetizers during cocktail hour to dessert displays for after, the versatile chefs will endeavor to reflect your tastes and preferences.

Culinary Productions Inc. is on hand to oversee everything catering. You can collaborate with Mike to devise signature menus and beverage lists. The event team takes care of delivery and setup on the day and can provide you with trustworthy recommendations for other vendors. Raise a champagne toast with loved ones before enjoying custom cocktails during the drinks reception. Whatever your requests, the seasoned personnel always aim for excellent customer satisfaction.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$750

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$750

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Catering Services

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
July
August

Reviews of Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering

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Culinary Productions delivered excellent catering with delicious, crowd-pleasing dishes and customizable menus to accommodate dietary needs. The team was professional, responsive, handled setup and cleanup, and even served the bridal suite. Couples and guests highly recommend them for weddings for great service and fair pricing.

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Culinary Productions delivered excellent catering with delicious, crowd-pleasing dishes and customizable menus to accommodate dietary needs. The team was professional, responsive, handled setup and cleanup, and even served the bridal suite. Couples and guests highly recommend them for weddings for great service and fair pricing.

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Sandy Sent on 11/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

BEST Caterer in Pensacola

I am not sure where to begin my review for Culinary Productions, the food or the service? I guess there is one common link between the two: Mike DeSorbo. I’ll start with the food. I knew we had met our caterer when we left our taste testing in Mike’s kitchen—everything he prepared was delicious. My daughter is a “foodie” and this catering decision was very important to her and her fiancé’. Mike suggested we do several food stations placed strategically at our venue and we ultimately decided on 4 delicious options. We settled on the menu 7 months before the wedding, but that didn’t stop Mike from telling us we could change it up to the wedding week. Culinary Productions did a phenomenal job on the food, I am still receiving compliments on the variety and quality of each station.
But coming in a close second to the food quality, and I mean very close, is Mike’s customer service. He would reach out to me just to check in, remind me of decisions from our last discussion or email, and offer to help in any way he could. On the wedding day Mike was on site working with other vendors to set up the tent in case some bad weather moved in on our reception. Mike wasn’t supposed to be at the venue at 9 am, but came down at the request of our planner and they all worked together to come up with the best plan, for the worst weather forecast. Mike brought 10 staff members to help for the reception and they were like busy bees, took care of EVERYTHING. They stayed until the very end and even helped load our cars.
For this mother of the bride, finding the right caterer was paramount. Hiring Mike @ Culinary Productions was one of the best decisions made for my daughter’s wedding. I have never hired a wedding reception caterer, but I have tasted my fair share of catered food. There is NO ONE better than Mike and his team at Culinary Productions.
Sandy H.
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Chi Sent on 10/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Food was delicious!

Mike and his team are amazing. We booked them for our wedding at Supposey and the food was amazing! The prime rib and the salmon was cooked perfectly; everyone enjoyed their food. We had guests complimented how great the food was, even down to the salad dressing. Thank you so much for taking care of us and making our wedding day special!
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Lauren Sent on 09/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing

I was absolutely blown away by CPI and their crew. Mike was the individual we worked with and he was amazing and professional. They showed up to our venue at 9 am and set up all tables and chairs. After the ceremony and end of the night, they even cleaned up the venue. The food was amazing and they even brought food to the bridal suite during cocktail hour. They made our day perfect and I would recommend them to anyone!
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Singletary Sent on 11/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Creel wedding day 11/11/2023

Where do I start? My daughter contacted Culinary Productions and together they came up with a menu, complete with hors d’oeuvres and desserts! The food was delicious, the service was exemplary, and the staff were courteous and professional. Recommend 10/10!!! Many thanks!
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Corrin Sent on 07/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

All I wanted!

I wanted ALL the food. I also haa one sister who is pescaterian and one who is allergic to sea food. I spoke with the owner, and he suggested sending a wish list, then he could help narrow it down by similar flavors, or sending me a couple sample menue. In the end, I got 3 entreas, a meat, a fish and chicken, plus desert for a great price. There wasn't much left over, but they packet it up and sent it home with us. I love how the seafood pasta had a couple sauces to choose from, and so did each protein. The food was delicious and all the staff was amazing!
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Shannon Sent on 06/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Service

Mike and his team did an amazing job with catering our reception. His easy going personality and great customer service is what every bride needs! We reached out to them over a year in advance to cater our 65 person reception. From the beginning, they were extremely responsive and flexible. Our guests raved about the food and appetizers. The coconut shrimp and chicken and waffles were a hit. The staff also did an amazing job on-site making sure everything went smoothly. I’d highly recommend them for any catering needs.
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 06/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Choice!

Wonderful food, very accommodating, and accurate pricing!
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Torri Sent on 03/15/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolute BEST tasting food!

We had chicken, pork tenderloin with au jus, garlic mash potatoes, gravy, salad with all the toppings, dinner rolls, horseradish sauce, and green beans! EVERYTHING was AMAZING! I saw people getting seconds and SO many people complimented how wonderful the dinner tasted. Gravy was actually not needed because potatoes were so awesome! I can’t even explain how yummy both meats tasted! My friend from New York said she never had such good food at a wedding like this! Staff was very professional and super friendly! He was so easy to work with and very responsive! He gets 10 stars!! THANK YOU so much because the food is and was very important to us!! He has Instagram account that has pictures of his delish food from wedding.
Ashleigh
Ashleigh Sent on 01/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic food and service

We are SO thankful for Mike and his team. We had multiple guests tell us that this was the best wedding food they had ever had! Everything was so delicious and the service was top-notch. Working with Mike was so easy and we really appreciated how communicative and flexible he was with us throughout the entire planning process. We had some specific menu restrictions (no meat and no shellfish) which Mike handled with no problem at all and created a wonderful custom menu for us. His staff was so kind and helpful to us all night long. We can't recommend Culinary Productions Inc highly enough. Thanks Mike & team!
Savanna
Savanna Sent on 12/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic food

We did a buffet and combined two of the pre-made buffets and had a dessert bar. The food was great and we got plenty of compliments on it. 100% would recommend
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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 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Bay Limo Bay Limo Wedding Limos

I was the Limousine driver at an event they catered. Food looked amazing and the staff was extremely friendly. Highly recommend.

Plant and Flower Boutique Plant and Flower Boutique Wedding Florists

We love working with Culinary Productions! Their food is always amazing, their staff is always helpful and professional- plus you can't beat their prices or the experience of working with Mike, Deona & the rest of the CPI staff!

Shannon Reeves Events Shannon Reeves Events Wedding Planners

Mike D, Raela and their team are always, always amazing! I've had the pleasure of working with them for several weddings in Pensacola over the last year, and they have always gone above and beyond to make sure all is organized and delicious! They're friendly as can be and super easy to work with - I'd recommend them to anyone looking for a great catering team!

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Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering frequently asked questions

At Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Tastings
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
To cater to all tastes, Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Culinary Productions Event Venue and Catering is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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