Wedding Caterers in California

We had a wonderful experience with this catering company. They were an excellent value for the money and did a great job working within our budget without sacrificing quality or service. The entire team was extremely professional, accommodating, and had a great attitude throughout the event, they made everything easy and stress-free, and we were very pleased with the overall experience. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, professional, catering at a fair price.

Top marks for elegance and simplicity, delicious meal and top-notch staff. We asked for a care-free service and a meal to to wow. AYSChef delivered every bit from visually pleasing presentation to great coffee and salt-less organic menu that our impressed guests still mention to us.

Luree

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

From the very moment we sat down for a menu tasting, my husband and I knew we were going to book with Continental Catering for our wedding. Not only were they professionals in their field about food, but they were so personable and kind! We felt like they truly cared about us as people, which only added to our event’s experience. They even baked our wedding cake (both beautiful and delicious). We loved talking with every team member!! They made detail planning and organization so easy as well. On the day of our wedding, we felt so taken care of, and got so many compliments on the food itself. It truly felt like we had good friends making our guests a home cooked meal. Thank you all again for such a lovely experience!

Ashley

4.8 out of 5 rating

4.8

We got married in June, and we had the buffet package - passed apps, 2 mains, 4 sides. So many of our guests complimented the food and said it wasn't typical wedding food! I was also impressed by the signature cocktails, and our guests loved that the full bar came with fresh herbs and fruit too! Unfortunately, responsiveness was a bit slow at times, but the quality of the food and kindness showed by the team made up for it.

Brian

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

DJs catering did an amazing job for my daughter's wedding. From the passed appetizers to the buffet and bar, everything was fantastic. The food was amazingly good. DJs made the event very elegant with the table service of wine and champaign. I would highly recommend DJ's catering for any event.

Jacey

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

I held my 9/21/24 wedding reception here at CGC. Kim was an absolute joy to work with- she was so friendly, professional, and had everything very organized (something that I lack in!) She helped me get everything decided in a timely manner, allowed us to customize as much as we could, and was an incredibly affordable option for our 75 person wedding. I can't gush further how delicious dinner was. I have sensory issues and anxiety with food, so saying that I was EXCITED to eat at my wedding is beyond a huge win. The taste testing was incredible and the day of, all of our guests went crazy for our menu. By far the most memorable part of the day was dinner- we were all impressed by how delicious everything was and we devoured the mashed potatoes! Kim knew how much I loved them and was able to save me some to go to eat during our honeymoon which was so sweet of her (and delicious!) The venue itself is so unique, gorgeous, and I can honestly say we had the time of our lives that night. Everything was clean, organized, and she made the whole thing easier to plan and painless! Kim, genuinely from the bottom of my heart, it was the wedding of my dreams and it couldn't have happened without you. I didn't think it was going to be possible for me, but you made dreams come true. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

They were a dream to work with for my wedding. Everyone was professional and communicated well. The food we had was amazing (shout to Chef Phyllis and her team). Noemi, our coordinator, was calm and kind and was a joy to work with. Everything went incredibly smoothly, given the short timeline, and we are so glad that we went with AYLI. Our wedding was beautiful, elegant, and so much fun. We highly recommend them!

Joseph

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Five months later, one of the things we still think about most from our wedding is the food and how much care Personal Touch Dining put into making it personal to us. Incorporating my Korean heritage into our wedding was incredibly important to me. I had always dreamed of serving galbi at my wedding. Korean short ribs were something my mom made for my birthdays growing up, so having them there was a connection to my family and something that felt like home. PTD completely embraced the idea. We worked with their chefs to create a menu that blended our heritages, including galbi, gochujang salmon, rice cake skewers (tteokbokki), and japchae. They also got creative with the Korean flavors, making galbi sliders and an incredible galbi bite on a crispy rice cake chip with kimchi aioli. They really understood the assignment. After our first tasting, I had some pretty specific feedback on the galbi because it meant so much to me. The chefs took it completely in stride, listened, and worked with us to get it exactly where we wanted it. And they nailed it. Members of my Korean family couldn’t believe the galbi hadn’t been made by a Korean chef. Ellen’s Midwestern family and our friends and family from all different backgrounds raved about the food too. We heard “best food I’ve had at a wedding” multiple times that night and afterward. Given how personal the menu was to us, that meant a lot. We went buffet style and are so glad we did. Everyone could try the different dishes we’d put so much thought into, and PTD executed it beautifully. They were also incredibly accommodating of vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs without compromising flavor. The japchae, for example, worked as a vegan dish while still fitting naturally with the rest of the menu. That flexibility continued with dessert. We wanted to bring our own wedding cake as well as Korean cream puffs to continue the theme, and PTD made it easy for us to do both. We had a lot of specific ideas for our wedding, and they consistently found ways to make them happen. The tasting itself was honestly one of our favorite memories from wedding planning. Ellen and I went with my family and our planner, Ann, and everyone at PTD was incredibly welcoming. We ate, talked through the menu, gave feedback, and had a genuinely great time. It felt like a great dinner out with our family. Samantha was incredible throughout the entire process. She was responsive, thoughtful, and always willing to help. She even saved one of our signature cocktails the morning of our wedding. Amazon failed to deliver the honey syrup for Ellen’s Bee’s Knees, and Samantha and the PTD team found it for us that morning and made sure the cocktail happened as planned. When you’re getting married in a few hours, having someone take a problem like that off your plate means everything. We also loved putting together our tablescape in PTD’s showroom. We chose a rose-toned setting with floral plates that tied in beautifully with our spring flowers and venue. Finally, the wedding day staff was wonderful. Everyone was so kind and attentive. They checked in on us, made sure we had what we needed, and even took the time to compliment little details of the wedding. We felt genuinely cared for throughout the night. That’s what stands out most about PTD. We came to them with a lot of wants, some traditional, some personal, and some pretty specific. They listened to what mattered to us and consistently found a way to turn those wants into reality. Samantha, the chefs, and the entire PTD team, thank you. We’re incredibly grateful for everything you did to make our wedding feel like us and would recommend Personal Touch Dining without hesitation.

Anything But Ordinary Catering truly lives up to its name! From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless. The food was absolutely delicious, and every display was creative, beautiful, and such a fun part of our event. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about both the presentation and how amazing everything tasted. The staff was incredibly kind, professional, and attentive throughout the entire event. They genuinely went above and beyond, overdelivering on every expectation we had. One of the things we appreciated most was how easy they were to work with. They listened to what we wanted, respected our budget, and still created an incredible experience without making us feel like we had to compromise. We would absolutely use Anything But Ordinary Catering again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional food, outstanding service, and a stress-free catering experience!

Jeanne

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

What can I say about Stephen and Melrose Catering? When planning, even a small intimate backyard wedding, takes immense time and effort. Finding the right vendors is the key to making this process easier. Stephen and Melrose Catering was the right catering service for us. We chose Melrose Catering because their diverse entree selection met our dietary needs, including vegan and children. Stephen was "hands on", answering my many emails and text messages immediately. His flexibility was key to addressing and implementing my many changes over the course of the planning time. With 25 years experience, Stephen was able to help an overwhelmed bride navigate the many challenges of wedding planning and to get to the big day. We received many positive compliments of the delicious entrees and appetizers. Their service was first rate. We highly recommend Stephen and Melrose Catering as the best caterer for your event.