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You have found a great NW premier catering company. We have passion for food and genuine love for people pleasing. It is our driving force to success. We can travel about an hour to an hour & a half from our site to events, to ensure you get the freshest, best tasting food we can offer.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$65

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

$50

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$60

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

$60

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

Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

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?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
BBQ
French
Italian
Local
Mexican
Seafood

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
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 Essence of the Thymes

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Essence of the Thymes catering is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings, with outstanding service and delicious food earning them praise. The team, including members such as Chase, Hope, and Gina, was described as professional, responsive, and accommodating, making the planning process smooth and enjoyable. Guests at events were impressed by the quality and presentation of the food, with unique menu options such as a popcorn bar and citrus-grilled swordfish with sweet corn salsa standing out. The team's attention to detail, flexibility, and top-notch service were key highlights in the glowing reviews.

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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.

Essence of the Thymes catering is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for weddings, with outstanding service and delicious food earning them praise. The team, including members such as Chase, Hope, and Gina, was described as professional, responsive, and accommodating, making the planning process smooth and enjoyable. Guests at events were impressed by the quality and presentation of the food, with unique menu options such as a popcorn bar and citrus-grilled swordfish with sweet corn salsa standing out. The team's attention to detail, flexibility, and top-notch service were key highlights in the glowing reviews.

Madeleine
Madeleine Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful to work with

We got sooo many compliments about the food at our wedding, all thanks to Essence! They were incredibly professional with top-tier food. We got the buffet with steak and salmon cakes, everyone loved it!
Carolyn
Carolyn Sent on 05/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Caterer in Kitsap

My daughter and son-in -law hired Essence of Thymes for their wedding in June of 2019. They were so excited to find a cater who was easy to work with and offered such outstanding menu options at reasonable prices. They had a farm wedding with a barbecue theme and all the guests were absolutely blown away by the incredibly delicious and fun food. The popcorn bar was a favorites also of our guests and a unique touch to their wedding. They always responded promptly to our emails and phone calls and allowed us to do a payment plan over 12 months, so by the time the wedding actually happened, our catering bill was already paid. Wonderful! Highly recommended!
Emily
Emily Sent on 11/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Delicious food and incredible service!

Working with Chase and the Essence of the Thymes team was absolutely amazing!! They made our wedding day absolutely perfect with their delicious offerings and incredible service. The food was delicious, as were the beverages. Our guests were so impressed as well. Our favorite thing was actually the passed appetizers, so we absolutely recommend splurging for that option of you’re considering it! However, I think the best part about working with Essence of the Thymes was working with Chase. He was our point of contact from day one, coordinating first over email and video call for our first consultation, and then overseeing the event directly in person on the day of. He was incredibly thorough when helping us plan the service and menu, and he managed everything so beautifully at the event. We were especially impressed that he saved some passed appetizers for us, since he said that the bride and groom tend not to get any appetizers during cocktail hour because they are so busy taking photos (and he was right)! We were so thankful, because the bacon-wrapped dates we had selected were the item we were most looking forward to. We absolutely recommend Essence of the Thymes for any event!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Point of View by Lou Point of View by Lou Wedding Photographers

Chef Ray and Gina offer the best customer service and exceptional food. I've had the pleasure of tasting food at a wedding I photographed and at an event I attended. The Essence of the Thymes is wonderful. I highly recommend them for all my brides and grooms.

Farm Kitchen Farm Kitchen Barn & Farm Weddings

Gina & Ray and their team bring a great sense of energy & fun to every event. They are among our most popular Farm Kitchen caterers, with a great track record of happy clients served year-round, indoors and out. At each wedding, it is truly Your Day where their creativity, good food and dedicated service come together to deliver not just what you planned, but more.

Elegant Affairs Elegant Affairs Wedding Planners

Essence of the Thymes are AMAZING. From their menu creations to their staff. It was an absolute pleasure to have worked with them. I look forward to working with them again.

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