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Mama D's Catering is a full-service wedding catering company in Ione, California. Owner Dana Calhoun, better known as Mama D, boasts over 30 years of experience in the industry. She has built her career on exceptional food, seamless execution, and a seasoned team that is committed to delivering unwavering quality. Couples who choose Mama D's Catering can expect old-school hospitality and delicious dishes throughout their celebration.

Services Offered

The company provides fully off-site catering options with diverse dining setups to suit any celebration. Offerings include beautifully presented grazing tables, buffet service, plated meals, appetizers, dessert bars, and coffee stations. Premium bartending services are also available, with a choice of beers, wines, spirits, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. Mama D's provides service staff who will assist with setup and cleanup, ensuring your event runs seamlessly from start to finish.

Cuisine

Mama D's Catering specializes in vibrant, seasonal Californian cuisine. Their dishes take inspiration from Mediterranean, Italian, and Mexican fare, incorporating fresh vegetables, perfectly paired seasonings, and succulent meats. Each dish prepared by Mama D's Catering team is packed with flavor, herbs, spices, and love.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$75

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

$67

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$67

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

$22

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Server(s)

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)

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Caribbean
Greek
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Spanish
Other

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Reviews of Mama D's Catering, LLC

Mary
Mary Sent on 04/23/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Real MVP of Our Wedding: Mama D’s Catering

We couldn’t have asked for a better catering experience than what Dana “Mama D” and her team provided for our wedding. From the very beginning, Dana was communicative, thoughtful, and incredibly helpful in guiding us through our buffet menu choices. She made the planning process feel easy and supported every step of the way.

On the day of the event, everything was seamless. Her staff was punctual, professional, flexible, and genuinely friendly. Our guests enjoyed chatting with Mama D’s bartender, Michael (the most interesting man in the world?) and his cocktails were just as memorable as his person.

The attention to detail truly stood out. The charming blue fabric and seashell decorations on the buffet table perfectly complemented the coastal aspect of our wedding theme and showed how much care went into every element of their service.

And the food… incredible. The tri-tip and lemon rosemary chicken were cooked to perfection: tender, flavorful, and delicious. Guests couldn’t stop talking about the strawberry fields salad, and the mashed potatoes were rich and creamy. The bourbon carrots were a standout favorite! Even the leftovers (which we happily enjoyed) held up - everything tasted just as good the next day.

Mama D’s didn’t just cater our wedding - they elevated it. They made our at-home celebration feel classy, and the food and experience were among the most memorable parts of the day. We are so grateful and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional catering.
Jamie
Jamie Sent on 07/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Mama D's Catering

I had my wedding catered by Mama D's and it was fantastic! My guests raved about the food and the service. The presentation of the food was also amazing. Dana came through for me last minute with bottle service that I did not think about (planned my wedding on my own) and she handled everything so quickly, I was so thankful. The whole staff was very nice and professional. Being able to taste the food beforehand was also great. Would highly recommend Dana and Mama D's catering to anyone!
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Mama D's Catering, LLC frequently asked questions

At Mama D's Catering, LLC, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Mama D's Catering, LLC includes:
  • Bartender(s)
Mama D's Catering, LLC offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Mama D's Catering, LLC 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 Mama D's Catering, LLC, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Caribbean
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
  • Other
At Mama D's Catering, LLC, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Mama D's Catering, LLC provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
Mama D's Catering, LLC 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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