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Make your wedding story one to remember with Ispire Catering and events, a full-service catering and décor company based in Mitchellville, Maryland. This family-owned business has built a reputation for their creativity and innovation in culinary arts and décor design. Their flair and passion for everything they do produces an event experience that epitomizes excellence and customer satisfaction.

Services Offered

Ispire Catering and events is a full-service caterer, so you can leave every aspect of organizing your wedding meal to the professionals. From curating bespoke menus to efficiently serving guests at any venue, providing premium-quality service is the team's specialty. With a huge variety of cuisines and serving styles to choose from, you and your beloved can make your catering experience your own. Whether you're a fan of classic American comfort food or flavorful Mediterranean dishes, your perfect meal awaits at Ispire. Wedding décor packages are also available to bring a little style and sophistication to your chosen venue.

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  • Woman-owned
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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?

$40

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
Cocktail Reception
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$15

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

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
House Beer
House Wine
House Liquor
Signature Drink

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

African
American
Caribbean
Mediterranean

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Lactose Free
Kosher
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Ispire Catering and events

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Ispire Catering & Events is praised for exceptional food, beautiful décor, and flawless service. The team is attentive, professional, detail-oriented, and responsive—even on short notice—bringing couples' visions to life. Strongly recommended for weddings and large events.

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Ispire Catering & Events is praised for exceptional food, beautiful décor, and flawless service. The team is attentive, professional, detail-oriented, and responsive—even on short notice—bringing couples' visions to life. Strongly recommended for weddings and large events.

Bertina
Bertina Sent on 10/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Ispire is the BEST!!!

Ispire Catering and Events owned by Sandra is EXTRAORDINARY and I have lots to say about this incredible company, so please indulge me! Our daughter’s wedding planning began two years ago when we contacted Sandra from Ispire Catering & Events. I would like to also mention that Sandra was the caterer and event planner for our second daughter’s wedding in 2021 and she was truly AMAZING!
Due to our previous magnificent experience with Sandra in 2021, we knew what to expect going into this second experience. Sandra’s attention to detail is astounding. She is very meticulous and a consummate perfectionist and professional. She will listen and then provide you with surprises and details that you would not have thought about, and if you did, she would bring it to fruition ten times over. Since the wedding was in September, we provided Sandra with the fall theme, wedding colors, style, vision, creative flair, and settings. The venue was the Belmont Manor and Historic Park, which provides acres of open space. We met with Sandra on several occasions to develop a menu and based on my daughter’s ideas, Sandra was able to offer her creativity with decorations and new trends. Sandra turned the outdoor venue into an autumn fairytale setting—both outdoors for the ceremony and indoors for the reception. The decorations for the cocktail hour were amazing that captured all the guests’ interests, from the flowers, signage, table seating chart… I could go on and on. I cannot begin to express and share my immense gratitude to how Sandra truly went above and beyond transforming our ideas and vision into a beautiful experience.
Her impeccable patience with the wedding guests did not go unnoticed and they could not stop raving about the elegance of the decorations, real life flowers, blooms adoring every section of the outdoors and tables, table settings decorations, presentation, food and especially her delicious meatballs, steak and salmon! All of this demonstrated the romantic atmosphere which complemented my daughter’s and her husband’s love. Her staff was friendly, courteous, professional and provided comfortability with the guests which was accommodating.
Sandra’s centerpieces and the stunning backdrop she created was more than we could imagine. If you are looking for a caterer, wedding coordinator and decorator, look no further! Quit looking because Sandra has the full package!!! Her talent, dedication, passion and love for what she does will not go unnoticed by your family and guests and her preparatory settings will send your vision into another dimension. Another quality Sandra possess is her calmness which will ease all anxiety during your planning stages. She always maintains a beautiful smile on her face.
Thank you Ispire Catering & Events for making both of my daughters' weddings a magical dream that they both will cherish with their husbands for the rest of their lives. Sandra not only met our vision, but she has exceeded our expectations. All the guests are still in awe weeks later, commenting that “this wedding was the wedding of the year!” This is all because of Sandra, Ispire Catering and Events.
With appreciation and thankfulness
Bertina S

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Derek Sent on 01/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Hallowedding

Wedding went really well especially with the iSpire catering service. Food was amazing and their service was phenomenal. They definitely know how to make things look beautiful.
They are very professional and will work with you to give you the best experience.

Would highly recommend!!!

Remidene
Remidene Sent on 09/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ispire Catering Saved the Day!

I contacted Ispire Catering & Events just two weeks before my cousin's wedding, after dealing with poor service from another caterer. The owner Sandra got us scheduled quickly for a tasting, and we were impressed from then on. The tasting wasn't just food, Sandra provided a whole experience, with table settings and lighting. The food was spectacular from start to finish, from appetizers to desserts and beverages. I knew from that day that Ispire Catering would be the caterer we would choose, and Sandra assured us that the bride would not have to worry about service.

I can honestly say that the Ispire team did not disappoint! The food was hot, delicious, and displayed so beautifully! Our guests kept commenting on how great the food was, especially their signature punch. My cousin's wedding went on without a hitch thanks to the Ispire Catering team. I highly recommend them for any event, large or small. When you hire Ispire, you won't have to perspire! LOL :)
John&Nic
John&Nic Sent on 02/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Saundra Obinna, President & CEO, caught our interest upon first meeting her and learning about Ispire.

My wife, Nicholl, and I were floundering to find a good but reasonably priced caterer in a short period of time. Saundra, not only came through, her and her staff overperformed. She provided professional consultation that guided us to an amazing wedding with great food. Saundra and her staff was very professional and kind. They were like family with skills. We were so pleased with the outcome and the price. With short notice, she led and created great tasting food and a wedding that Nicholl, our family, and friends praised and will always have fond memories. Thank you so much, Saundra! God Bless You and your staff! ~Dr. John & Nicholl~
Desiree
Desiree Sent on 12/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Autumn Elegance

Sandra and I have a history as she has been a part of my family over the years by way of hosting our events such as weddings, birthday parties and family reunions. That being said, I could not wait for my time to arrive so that she could SHINE as the elite vendor for my own wedding. I’ve seen her in action: be it catering, assembling décor, welcoming guests, making sure last minute details were in order, to simply enjoying her own event with laughter and grace; her skill set: SUPERB!

Over the past 2 years that Sandra spent assisting my husband and I in planning, she elevated our vision and ideas with promises and execution. From the initial tastings (which she even allowed our parents to attend for the full experience) to the virtual and in-person check-in meetings, she was flexible, reliable, insightful, and considerate of us throughout the entire planning process. She careful listened to the ideas we shared, the dreams that we were hesitant to request and calmed the frustrations and stresses through it all. She listened keenly to our requests no matter how grand or minute. She was always accessible and professional yet fun-loving and authentic.



When the day finally arrived, all the preparations were on full display!

· The venue: Sandra covered every square foot possible of the grand manor and its gorgeous grounds with beautiful florals and gold accessories. A personal favorite was the larger-than-life table seating chart which captivated the cocktail hour space. She was encouraging in providing us with a beautiful setting and backdrop to our nuptials.

· The food: SUCCULENT! From the appetizers and entrees to the desserts and the bar, we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience, and our guests were mesmerized!

· Her décor: STUNNING! Each detail stood out and completely gave a unique imprint on the venue. The vibrancy popped not only in-person but also in our photos to last a lifetime. Our color scheme was not that of the traditional wedding palate, yet she made them beautifully bold and expressed us as a couple. Her ideas are always on trend and classically stand the test of time.

· Down to the fine details of coordination, Sandra and her team expertly executed a seamless day!

· Her positivity is why we’ve remained as lifelong clients. She possesses the ability to calm our nerves when things got hectic amid planning, and we were assured in not having to worry about any mishaps throughout the day.



We can honestly say that she put her love, thoughtfulness, style, and hard work behind executing the best experience for us to share on our special day; not only for us as the couple but for all of our guests and vendors included. She went above and beyond and delivered with steadiness and sophistication. To date, guests are still raving over the décor, food, coordination – ALL TOP TIER VIBES! It was worth every penny, and we would do it all over again! We were truly blessed in spending such a momentous occasion in our lives with someone who feels like family. Wedding season can be such a hectic time (especially in the height of September when our wedding occurred) but Sandra never made us feel like we were a “number.” I am sure that all her other couples can share our testament in feeling V.I.P.

You will not be disappointed in having Sandra to lead your wedding and/or event as we are forever thankful to the entire Ispire Catering and Events team! We look forward to having her at our next event!
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Apral Sent on 12/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Sandra & her staff were exceptional. She went above and beyond by creating a speical custom vegan meal for my husband who is the pickiest of eaters.

Sandar was very communicative and responded to every inquiry quickly. She drove 2 hours to see my venue to ensure she was prepared for our wedding. She was attentive and personable. She had incredible ideas and executed them to perfection.
Randall
Randall Sent on 10/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly Ispire!

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Ispire Catering and Events for not one but two of my daughters’ weddings and I cannot say enough about the caliber of attention to details, from the first consultation to the final lights out, her professionalism, creativity and attention to details were impeccable.
Ispire’s culinary creations were nothing short of skilled and divine taste to our guests’ palettes! She offered a diverse menu that catered to all tastes and special options, the dessert presentation was as beautiful as it was delicious, making the dining experience feel truly special from the cocktail hour, to dinner, to the array of desserts.
Decorations was an “awe” moment, and a dream come true. Ispire patiently took the time to understand my daughter’s vision along with the vision of my wife and brought it to life flawlessly. From the elegant centerpieces to the arch and flowers for the ceremony, to the stunning backdrop for the reception, the life size guest table locator board, and the gold glass names that presented the Bride and Groom’s names were just stupendous!!! The color palette was beautifully executed for such a large outdoor and indoor venue. Ispire made the atmosphere feel warm and very inviting to all our guests and we cannot stop receiving complements about the wedding they all refer to as “the wedding of the year”.
Ispire delivered a staff that was friendly and with an attentive demeanor throughout the event. The event was well orchestrated, especially with the wedding coordinator who was recommended by Ispire. Their positive attitude contributed to a joyous celebration for all to enjoy and left precious memories for us to remember for years to come.
To the end, we could not have asked for anything better than Ispire. Sandra offered and helped create so many unforgettable memories for our family and friends on this day and many other occasions. We proudly and boastfully return to Ispire each time that we have an event to plan, especially a wedding!!!
Thanks again for making my daughters and their husbands’ weddings something for them to cherish and remember for years to come and smile at the magical memories of their visions that you brought to life.

The proud dad,
Randall S
Tinisha
Tinisha Sent on 08/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing!

So where to begin! Sandra is absolutely AMAZING! She was very passionate, personal, patient, and caring. Her attention to detail was like no other and she really blew us away. I would get married all over again just to have her to cater and decorate for our wedding. Thanks for making our day a beautiful one, Sandra!
Colleena
Colleena Sent on 08/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Ispire events is incredible!

Sandra is brilliant! She’s hands-down the BEST in this business. She will stop at nothing to ensure your event is beyond your expectations, even your wildest dreams! She will make your vision happen even more spectacularly than it appeared in your mind. Just give her your budget and she will “wow” you with what she can do within it. Our guests are STILL talking about our vow renewal wedding and asking “who did these” and “who created that.” Our venue was difficult to work with and she had a tight time frame to execute many of the details. However, Sandra was undeterred and unhindered. Her creativity and ability to coordinate the details was unmatched. She and her staff were awesome to work with and they can quietly and courteously put everything in place for your event without disrupting your event or your even noticing. She’s full of surprises, BEAUTIFUL surprises; just give her some autonomy and she will pull off an event that people will be talking about for years to come. Choose Sandra and Ispire Events and you will not be disappointed!
T
Tammy Sent on 06/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

20/10 - Brought our vision to life

Sandra was wonderful to work with. Sandra goes above and beyond for her clients. Amazing results! Highly recommend for decor!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

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Ispire Catering and events frequently asked questions

At Ispire Catering and events, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Cocktail Reception
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Ispire Catering and events includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • House Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Ispire Catering and events offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Ispire Catering and events offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At Ispire Catering and events, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Caribbean
  • Mediterranean
At Ispire Catering and events, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Ispire Catering and events provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Ispire Catering and events offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Ispire Catering and events 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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