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Welcome, we’re glad you’re here! We're Sarah & Pat, a husband and wife team who have traveled the United States building our background in the catering and restaurant world. Back in 2013 when we first started Mountain Laurel, little did we know we'd be doing 150+ events in 2022!

Mountain Laurel Catering specializes in creating dishes to reflect our couples -- we take into account all of your requests to custom-tailor a menu. Chef Pat served as the Acting Executive Chef at Paws Up Resort in Montana and then moved to The Inn at Dos Brisas in Texas. From the start of his career, Chef Pat has always believed in sourcing the freshest local ingredients possible, hunting the best products at local farms, markets and orchards.

Our culinary and service team enjoy getting to know our couples and providing outstanding service throughout the process, from inquiry through wedding day. With over 50 years of combined talent on our team, Mountain Laurel Catering is ready to make your wedding as unique and unforgettable as the two of you. Congratulations, and we can't wait to celebrate with you!

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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?

$65

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$65

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware
Chocolate Fountain

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

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Specialty Wine
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

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?

African
American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
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?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Mountain Laurel Catering & Events

Lakiesha
Lakiesha Sent on 12/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best catering around!

They catered our wedding on October 23, 2021, and everything was absolutely amazing from start to finish. From the very first taste testing to our big day, they were helpful, kind, and made us feel right at home the entire time. They even created custom dishes inspired by our engagement in Nashville, which made everything feel so personal and special. The food was incredible and the service was just as amazing. We couldn’t have asked for a better catering experience for our wedding!
Jordan
Jordan Sent on 07/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best caterer!!

Mountain Laurel Catering has the BEST food and the most responsive, flexible team! They made me a unique menu with vegan options, and we got so many compliments on how good the food was. I also love that they do the late night snack bar. You cannot go wrong with this caterer!
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 07/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

MLC will bring your vision to life

If you’re planning a wedding in PA, NY, or NJ and need a caterer, RUN — don’t walk — to book Mountain Laurel. Not only is their food absolutely delicious, but their entire team is fantastic.



I cannot say enough good things about our experience with MLC. They were a dream to work with — especially Ally H. Ally worked with my now husband and I to curate a menu throughout the day that was true to who we are — including the ordering and managing of all tabletop rentals. She was/is a rockstar and made something pretty stressful seem very manageable.

Our guests RAVED about the food — and these were/are some very picky New Yorkers. MLC will truly bring your vision to life — whether you need Italian hoagies for a sentimental family moment, a cannoli-inspired dessert, a purple birthday cake for a family member, or a robust list of specialty cocktails. If you book MLC, make sure to include their pierogies at cocktail hour! They’re out of this world.

MLC was the first vendor we booked after reading some rave reviews and they did not disappoint. From the first phone call, to our tasting, to the day-of — they did everything they could to make sure we were heard, and that our wishes — no matter how wild — became reality.
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Anne Sent on 02/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

the whole package!

We loved working with Mountain Laurel Catering for our wedding! From the very beginning, they were always incredibly responsive to all of our questions. We were coordinating a cross-country wedding, so they worked with us to arrange a tasting at a time that worked and responded to all our emails incredibly quickly. No question or comment was too small. When the day itself came, the food was amazing and guests couldn’t stop commenting. They made sure that we were eating and well taken care of, as well as all of our guests. Cannot recommend them highly enough!
C
Courtney Sent on 02/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Food Ever!

From start to finish, Mountain Laurel was an amazing caterer. My husband and I worked with Ally...and she was the best. She helped us schedule our tasting, design our menu, pick linens, and much more. The servers, bartenders, and other staff members were kind, friendly, and efficent. Our guests are still talking about how good the food was! I would suggest hiring them for your wedding or event!
D
Diane Sent on 01/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Would definitely hire them again!

Ally… Mountain Laurel Catering did just an amazing job! From appetizers to late night bites everything was perfect. Your staff was so nice and went above and beyond to make sure everyone was taken care of and happy. BTW the short ribs melted in my mouth…
Compliments to your amazing chef!
Thank you for your professionalism!
Dyan
K
Katea Sent on 12/31/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The food was amazing!

I want to thank Mountain Laurel for doing such a great job making our dream wedding come true. The food was amazing and they set up everything perfectly!!
Cassie
Cassie Sent on 12/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST food!!

Mountain Laurel hands down made the best food we had ever had at a wedding. Jess worked with us extensively to create an amazing menu that we were obsessed with and that the guests absolutely loved. They covered everything from welcome drink stations, butlered appetizers, a charcuterie table, dinner, and desserts! At the wedding itself, their staff were incredibly kind and helpful and made sure the wedding party got to enjoy all the cocktail goodies as well. 10/10 recommend!
Faith
Faith Sent on 12/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Hire them right now!

They were INCREDIBLE!!! The presentation was beautiful and the food was even better! We had a big wedding (250ish people) and everyone got served in a timely manner/didn't have to wait long for drinks. The number of plated options they had to choose from was WILD. They gave us really good advice to help us finalize the menu! It was DELISIOUS. To this day, our friends still talk about our apps. The GRILLED CHEESE AND TOMATO SOUP SHOOTERS really stole the show! My husband and I are HUGE foodies and they did not disappoint one bit! When we took family photos after the ceremony, they came to the site with aps and drinks so we wouldn't miss out. They truly went above and beyond every step of the way. All of the tables and ancillary tables look amazing. They were so easy to work with, super responsive, and very kind. 1000000000% recommend to anyone!
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Alex Sent on 12/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Mountain Laurel Catering made our special day unforgettable!

Mountain Laurel Catering did an absolutely incredible job at our wedding. The food was absolutely delicious, and all of our guests couldn't stop raving about it. We had a great tasting with them beforehand, where they were very attentive to our needs and preferences. They did a great job of making sure that the menu overall reflected our story. The presentation of the food at the wedding was beautiful, and the service was top notch. We were blown away by how attentive the staff was to us and our guests throughout the evening, as well as their ability to cater towards multiple different dietary restrictions. We couldn't have asked for a better caterer for our special day. Thank you, Mountain Laurel Catering, for making our wedding unforgettable!
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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 2021 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

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
City House Bed & Breakfast City House Bed & Breakfast Hotel Weddings

Mountain Laurel Catering & Events is outstandingly operated. Sarah and Pat are professional and caring folks who will go above and beyond to make your special day unforgettable! Their menu selections are nothing short of decadent and their attention to detail is immaculate. Working with them is such a joy - highly recommend.

Historic Shady Lane Historic Shady Lane Mansion Weddings

We love working with Mountain Laurel Catering at the estate. Pat and Sarah do a wonderful job at taking care of our clients; they custom tailor menus that truly reflect the couple and their guests, and every single thing we've ever tasted of theirs has been phenomenal. Mountain Laurel is definitely worth checking out for your wedding or event!

Pleasant View Farm Bed and Breakfast Inn Pleasant View Farm Bed and Breakfast Inn Barn & Farm Weddings

Excellent caterer, food, presentation. Just can't say enough about how professional they are and love the farm to table concept. Great to work with!

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Mountain Laurel Catering & Events frequently asked questions

At Mountain Laurel Catering & Events, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Chocolate Fountain
The bar service starting price at Mountain Laurel Catering & Events includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Mountain Laurel Catering & Events offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Mountain Laurel Catering & Events 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 Mountain Laurel Catering & Events, 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 Mountain Laurel Catering & Events, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Mountain Laurel Catering & Events provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Mountain Laurel Catering & Events offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Mountain Laurel Catering & 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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