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It’s a big day, and it’s a big deal. You don’t want to be stuck with the same old, same old wedding food that everyone knows and hates. We get it! We’re here to help you scrap those outdated traditions, and serve a wedding meal that’s fun, unconventional, and totally you.

Drab, banquet-hall buffets? Stuffy, white glove service? Hard pass. Your wedding meal should reflect who you are and what you love – not what tradition says it should be. Grams might not totally get it at first – “PiZza?! AT yOuR weDdINg?!” – but trust us, post-dinner, she’ll be a believer – believe dat.

Your guests were mentally preparing for dry chicken and a sad vodka cranberry. But we make everything on-site, mere minutes before it’s served. So get ready to hear “Ermergherd, this is all so delicious!” alongside weepy, heartfelt thank you’s all. night. long.

Book us and chill. From the beginning to the big day, our experienced, in-house team will handle all the nitty-gritty details – from coordination to cooking to cleanup – so you don’t have to. Hakuna matata, babe.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Tastings
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

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

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?

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

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Italian

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
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
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
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Reviews of Wooden Paddle

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Shea C. Sent on 08/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great service

Super responsive staff, a very informative tasting, special requests and the day went off with out a hitch. We literally didn't have to speak to them once on the day(which is a positive thing!).
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Alyssa R. Sent on 08/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding catered

We had Wooden Paddle cater our wedding this July. The staff were very accommodating, provided a great taste test for us, responded quickly to all emails, and went above and beyond to provide dietary accommodations for our guests. They were on time to the venue, had plenty servers, brought us special dishes separate from our head table, and were very friendly!
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Rachel D. Sent on 06/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely incredible catering and day of coordination!!

Wooden Paddle provided both catering and day of coordination for our May 2024 wedding, and we could literally not be happier with how everything went!!

Joelle and Miriam were truly the most incredible coordinators. They were so on top of the planning as we approached the wedding and helped us keep all the details straight, make timelines, communicate with vendors, and make sure nothing important was forgotten. On the day of, they were prepared for everything, made sure the day ran smoothly, and took all of the stress away so we could just be present and enjoy the day.

The catering was AMAZING - the food was incredible and all of our guests were absolutely thrilled. The charcuterie table was absolutely everything, and they even set aside a personal tray for us to make sure we got the chance to eat at cocktail hour! The pizza was truly wonderful, and they did an amazing job of coordinating personal pizzas for our guests with allergies. Our friends and family are still raving about our pizza wedding!

We are so incredibly happy with our experience with Wooden Paddle, thank you so much for the most wonderful wedding!!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

Team

Joelle
Joelle
Director of Catering & Events

Hey there! Joelle with WP :) For every event, there are loads of little details that play a crucial role in making your vision become a reality. And we believe that when they all come together seamlessly, you’re able to be fully present and really, really enjoy celebrating with your nearest & dearest. We work behind the scenes to ensure just that. Let’s chat and see if we’re a good fit!

Professional Network & Endorsements

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Tim Tab Studios Tim Tab Studios Wedding Photographers

Their pizza is amazing! We sampled a few varieties from one of their remote catering locations and were blown away. The menu is eye-catching and I like their flavor combinations and whole ingredients. Definitely recommend for a fun, delicious wedding food idea to wow the guests!

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