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Grand Affairs Catering
"We were married at Grand Affairs, and the experience was everything. Our coordinator Jaki was great...."
"Grand Affairs truly made my dream come true for my big day! My family has worked with the venue for..."
Why couples loved this venue
- Guests comfort
- Quality catering
- Amenities
About this venue
Grand Affairs Catering is a premier wedding caterer and venue offering on and off-site catering. Located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Grand Affairs Catering caters events in the Hampton Roads area, including venues from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC. With over 45 years in the industry, this team of catering specialists and event coordinators knows exactly how to turn an ordinary event into an extraordinary experience.
Facilities and Capacity
Grand Affairs Catering offers beautiful indoor event space for both your wedding ceremony and reception. You may hold your ceremony in the quaint wedding chapel, which holds up to 160 guests comfortably. Grand Affairs Catering also provides three elegant ballrooms, each uniquely adorned with chandeliers, swagged ceilings, and fabric draping behind your head table. The spacious ballrooms offer an open floor plan to carefully customize your event. Come Spring 2024, Grand Affairs Catering will be partnering with our friends at Unity Church of Tidewater in offering weddings at the garden. A new ceremony location we are excited to be offering for an outdoor, garden setting. The options are limitless when you choose Grand Affairs Catering as your wedding venue.
Services Offered
Grand Affairs Catering strives to ensure every event is detailed according to your individual tastes and vision. We want couples to be able to relax on their big day. You'll work alongside our coordinators to help orchestrate with your outside vendors and industry professionals for a smoothly transitioned and well-executed event. Our coordinators will guide you in choosing a catering menu and bar package that suits your tastes and budget. All ceremonies with reception packages include:
- Choice of table linens and centerpieces
- Adjustable wood dance floor
- Round guest tables and banquet chairs
- China, silverware, and glassware
- Ceremony rehearsal coordination
- Mistress of Ceremonies service
- Aisle runner and unity candles
- Wedding "Getting Ready Room"
- Event Captain to oversee the reception
Cuisine
Grand Affairs Catering prepares from scratch delicious cuisine inspired by both American and international staples. You'll be able to meet and work with the culinary staff to create a custom menu for your event. Premium, call, and cash bar services are also available to complete your package. Meal options include:
- Buffet, plated, stationed, or family-style meals
- Action and carving stations
- Design your own pasta and potato bar
- International food options and customized menus
- Customized bar packages and signature drinks
What You'll Love About Grand Affairs Catering
Couples love the beautiful space at this venue as well as the decor and dedicated staff. They praise how the team helped make their overall experience seamless, from the decor to the food. To learn more, check out the reviews.
Experience
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39 years in business
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We speak English and Spanish
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Reviews of Grand Affairs Catering
Review summary
Grand Affairs is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for its exceptional service, delicious food, and attentive staff, with special mention to Jaki who is described as attentive, observant, and extremely creative. The venue is praised for making wedding dreams come true, providing a magical atmosphere, and offering affordable packages. Guests highlight the professional staff, beautiful decorations, spacious reception rooms, and the memorable experience of ceremonies. Reviewers emphasize the outstanding planning assistance, personalized service, and high-quality catering provided by Grand Affairs, making it a top choice for weddings and other events.
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The wonderful staff of Grand Affairs is truly with you from the beginning, through the very last detail. Great location, quality, people and price! I love working with Grand Affairs!
Grand Affairs, a long time favorite of Custom Photography! We boast that Custom Photography has "personally known & shares a long time love affair" with Ann & Gordon Christie & their entire staff. Back in the day (when we all started our wedding businesses), our relationship evolved into a great friendship sharing not only business but a family & personal relationship. Grand Affairs offers the perfect location for your wedding in their unique chapel or by the beautiful Chesapeake Bay then completing your day with the perfect reception. Off-site catering offers the same fantastic food. No matter the size of your event or whatever your wants & desires may be, Grand Affairs can master anything!
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