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Trusted my Instincts

After much review and research I selected Ken's Creative Kitchen of Annapolis, MD and it was the absolute right decision. We celebrated my son's long awaited wedding on Maryland's Eastern Shore this past July. Ken was an invaluable resource, being in the business for many years. The reviews I read and the photos I saw of his work were all stellar. He was accommodating, always available for questions and resources. The staff were 1st rate. The event went off perfectly. The food was delicious and there were rave reviews by the guests, the presentation was lovely, abundant & seasonal. I am so glad I trusted my instincts. I highly recommend Ken & his kitchen.

Chris Sent on 01/06/2025

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Excellent!

Ken's Creative Kitchen provides expert catering services, and you will not regret using them!

Geena Sent on 10/17/2024

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Book them and order the crab cakes!

We hired Ken's for our wedding and we had a great experience and even better food! Katie was super helpful and very knowledgeable about not only food but also rentals and wedding cakes which Ken's will order for you. She also recommended a liquor store and coordinated delivery. We had numerous guests with dietary restrictions that they were able to accommodate without issue. The service during dinner was fantastic, the servers really paid attention to us and the guests and we got multiple compliments on the service that Ken's provided and the friendliness of their staff. Now, about their food. They have a wide variety of options to choose from and not one of them was anything short of delicious. From the oyster bar, to the cocktails, to dinner, and dessert, everything was amazing. The guests loved all of their meals. If you are thinking about hiring Ken's as your caterer, just do it!

Laurie Sent on 09/30/2024

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Rehearsal party

Ken's was the perfect choice to cater a destination wedding rehearsal party. I knew the food would be stellar and the service superior, which was important because I couldn't be there in person to do a taste test. I wasn't wrong, and the party was a huge success! The food and service were second to none. Kudos to Helen, who was the primary for the party, and to Tom, the bartender, for being on top of everything without being intrusive. There was nothing we asked for that wasn't done perfectly. 10/10 for sure. I don't have one negative comment. Thanks to Katie, our contact, for setting everything up just perfectly.

Kirsten Sent on 09/06/2024

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Happy Bride

The food was fresh and just like the tasting. Wait staff prompt and attentive.

Rachel Sent on 07/14/2024

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Delicious Annapolis Catering!

We've heard about Ken's for years and so glad we got to work with them for our wedding at CBF! From our first tasting with Ken a year out, we loved working with his team. Most of our guests travelled from NYC, so we were so excited to feature so many local items especially mini crab cakes (which blew me away), mini shrimp & grits and more! Ken & his team were so open to our ideas – even adding mini ice cream cones for dessert and an incredible crush bar. Everything was delicious and ran so smoothly. We had Helen on-site for our final walk through & wedding day and she was the absolute sweetest & so helpful!

Jess Sent on 06/24/2024

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11/10 would recommend!

Out of all the vendors we tasted for our wedding day, Ken’s Creative Kitchen was in a league all of its own! Everything was restaurant quality and absolutely delicious. Katie was fabulous to work with and worked with us to find a menu that fit our vision & budget. I loved her "can do" attitude, she always offered suggestions and said "we can do that". Whereas other vendors I spoke to made it seem like a chore. Day of, the staff was absolutely fabulous. All the guests raved about the food (especially the crab cakes), the drinks and how attentive the staff was. At the end of the night they even helped load the leftover liquor and decor to our vehicle. 11/10 would recommend!

Samuel Sent on 06/17/2024

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The Best in the Business

To start, we tested multiple caterers, and as soon as got to Ken’s and tasted the appetizers, we knew they were the one. A large step above and beyond the other caterers we tried. Ken’s catered our wedding of 135 guest and we were absolutely blown away. To start, the appetizers were incredible. Some of our guest said the miniature crab cakes were the best crab crakes they’ve ever had! The raw oyster bar fit our venue perfectly and our guest ate all of them up. The dinner service was absolutely impressive. Obviously the bride and groom get their food quickly, but we were absolutely blown away with how quickly the back of the room had their food. It was not more than 8-10 minutes for all 14 tables to have the correct food. Staff was excellent and attentive. They made our night easy. They even ran out to grab more oranges for our fresh squeezed crushes! If you’re having a wedding and want the food and staff to be the highlight, you need to book Ken’s

Colleen Sent on 05/12/2024

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5-Star Food and Service!

Wow! We feel so fortunate to have had the chance to work with Ken's Creative Kitchen for our wedding! The food and service was phenomenal and they worked with us every step of the way. We didn't intend to focus much on the food at our wedding but Ken's Creative Kitchen quickly became one of the most exciting elements of our big day! Can't recommend them enough!!

Nicki Sent on 10/02/2023

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Best Wedding Food You'll Ever Have

Do yourself a favor and book Ken's Creative Kitchen for your wedding day. We had guests raving about how this was the best wedding food they've ever had and we could not agree more. We wish we could have the meal again! Ken was great to work with - we had a wonderful experience from start to finish. Ken also organized our rentals with Select Event Group which helped us to have one less vendor to work with. The quality and service from Ken's Creative Kitchen are top notch, and we very highly recommend them to all couples looking for fantastic catering.

Jenny Sent on 11/06/2022

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INCREDIBLE wedding experience with Ken's Creative Kitchen!

We got married at Annapolis Maritime Museum on 5/29/22 and got so lucky with booking Ken's team for our special day! The whole experience of working with Ken's Creative Kitchen was absolutely flawless. During wedding day, all of our guests commented on the incredible food throughout the evening, and we almost didn't even want to go dance because of how good the crab cakes were. :) The appetizers were also out of this world. Beyond the food, the service of Ken's team was amazing. They could not have been more flexible, responsive, friendly, and professional. Kathi, in particular, went above and beyond. She made sure that we had appetizers (saved a platter just for us!), made sure we had drinks, and was totally devoted to making sure we were well fed and had a great evening. She was spectacular!! Leading up to the day, Ken answered countless questions for us and was exceedingly patient and supportive during our planning process. He was not only supportive but also very informative and gave helpful tips and advice for us to consider. He knows the ins and outs of the wedding planning process and how to create a smooth, wonderful wedding day. The whole experience of Ken's Creative Kitchen was incredible and we consider ourselves so lucky to have discovered them. Thank you for putting so much effort and energy into our big day -- your team made a huge difference in helping us have a wonderful planning process and actual event!

Ciara Sent on 10/04/2022

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Best Caterer Ever

Ken's catered our wedding during Hurricane Ian, we were married on a yacht so as you can imagine our plans changed drastically due to the weather. We were moved to a new evening and a new vassal and Ken's was happy to accommodate our last minute changes. The food was fantastic and the staff was the best! They treated our guests so well and the quality of food and service was the best I've every had!

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Dear Ciara,

Thank you so much for your kind review. We were so impressed that you were so flexible and you were a joy to work with and we enjoyed every step of the planning process. Katie Wildt

Dustin Sent on 06/26/2022

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The absolute best you could ask for

Ken and his team provided professional service from start to finish in order wedding planning and absolutely fantastic food. They kept our guests raving about the experience for weeks after our wedding.

He spent a lot of extra time with us to iron our every little detail. They were extremely accommodating with changes as we moved through the process and even made us a custom dessert that turned out fantastic.

Cara Sent on 05/26/2022

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There is no better catering company out there!!

Kens Creative Kitchen went above and beyond all expectations! Kathi, our on-site event coordinator, made sure my husband and I had a his and hers as we exited our ceremony - even as I left to bustle my wedding dress, she ensured the scallops we selected for happy hour were on a tray walking with me so I didn't miss out on the happy hour food our guests were raving about! Even my bridal party could not stop gushing about how wonderful Kathi was. The service was incomparable to any catering service I've been around before! Our guests were so impressed with the presentation but even more so by the flavor. Each dish was cooked and presented perfectly and we were so grateful! If you're looking for the best, look no farther, its Ken's!

Chelsea Sent on 05/22/2022

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Incredible

The food was amazing, affordable and classy. We got so many compliments. Katie was amazing to work with and flexible when I needed to add vegan meals or change around appetizers at the last minute. The staff was helpful and Katie kept everything organized.

Elise Sent on 05/05/2022

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The best catering!

We could not be more glad to have had Ken's Creative Kitchen cater our wedding reception. In addition to the food being truly perfect, the staff was beyond kind, communicative, and helpful --- from the planning process all the way through the day of. 10/10 would recommend!

Colleen Sent on 01/22/2022

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Bon Appétit

Ken is a genius. His entire team has a servant heart! From the cooks to the servers to the bartenders and especially his Day of Managers / On-Site Manager. I have worked with Helen and Nikkia -- what servant hearted women! They made me feel at ease the entire night! And then the food --- oh my gosh the food! Just go sit with Kevin in his Bay view office and peruse his menus and cast your vision to him. Or if you have no vision he will cast several for you to choose from! You. Cannot. Go. Wrong. Every single one of my guests -- the vegans, the vegetarians, the lactose free folks and gluten free folks were well fed and blessed by the food!! Additionally, Ken helped us with the plates, chairs, tablecloths and silverware and plates. It was all breathtaking! You are truly in an expert's hands with Ken and his team. Thank you to that entire staff for making my wedding in 2020 and my 2021 reception both incredible food experiences!! When the babies come -- you will be catering the baby shower!

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Dear Colleen,

So happy that you were pleased with our efforts. It was so much fun planning your wedding celebration with you. I wish you all Best, Ken

Michelle Sent on 12/05/2021

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The One Thing Our Guests STILL Rave About

Katie and the team were incredible to work with. She was responsive and she gave us advice and direction when we needed it. The tasting blew away my family from the start, so we knew we were in good hands from the start. Our proposal included butler passed refreshments before the ceremony and at the start of cocktail hour —huge help for a large party and a small bar! They allowed us to customize desserts too, which was a nice bonus. Our guests still keep telling us how great the food and cocktails were and it’s been two months!

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Amy Sent on 12/05/2021

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An exceptional experience.

My husband and I were married at Ken's restaurant 36 years ago and we are still talking about it. I recently planned my husband's birthday party catered by Ken's Creative Kitchen. The food, service, and ease of planning were amazing. The staff were professional, friendly and attentive to every guest. I rented everything down to the tablecloth and i could enjoy the festivities with our guests, The food had everyone running back for more (especially the creme brulee french toast). Ken makes your experience one to remember!

Jahnavi Sent on 09/09/2021

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Amazing wedding and brunch food and service for our wedding

Ken's already has so many glowing reviews and for good reason! They were absolutely amazing in helping us plan a perfect South Indian/American fusion wedding reception!! Their food and service is absolutely incredible, our guests were raving about them! It's not easy to plan a wedding in the midst of a pandemic but Katie was a pleasure to work with to help organize everything! Kathi and the staff did a phenomenal job on our wedding day and the post wedding brunch and service was also amazing! We will definitely keep Ken's as our go to catering team for future events!! Thank you for everything!!

Leslie Sent on 07/23/2021

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The best by far!

Lauren, Kathy, and the entire team at Ken's are truly a delight to work with. We keep getting compliments on the food months after our wedding, but even more, their experience and commitment to hospitality made everything move so smoothly day of. LOVE!

Sara Sent on 06/08/2021

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Amazing Food!

All of the food we served at the wedding from Ken's was absolutely fabulous and we got so many compliments raving about how great the food was! There were so many options to choose from and we were able to pick and choose which items we wanted to serve. The whole Ken's staff was extremely helpful, professional, and very friendly.

Kristin Sent on 04/21/2021

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Ken's is the best!

Ken's Creative Kitchen is THE BEST. We got married at the Paca House in Annapolis and decided to go with Ken's as the caterer. Our guests were raving about how delicious everything was and many people said that they had the best crab cakes they had ever eaten. We also had signature cocktails served which were a huge hit. Lauren is the absolute best and we had such a fantastic experience working with her. She was so kind, had great ideas, and ran everything the day of the event SO smoothly. Lauren went above and beyond for our event. I am not sure what we would have done without her. I cannot recommend Ken's Creative Kitchen enough- 10/10!

Katie Sent on 09/22/2020

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Best Caterer and AMAZING food!

Kens Creative kitchen was hired for my wedding and rehearsal dinner. Covid-19 really put a dent into our wedding plans. We had to cancel our wedding in Cabo, Mexico and decided on a small wedding with immediate family in Annapolis MD. With just over a month to plan a second wedding, Kens Kitchen stepped in a made our wedding one we will never forget! Lauren helped make our rehearsal and reception dinner everything we could have asked for! I was unable to travel to Annapolis before the wedding but you would have never known! Lauren helped make my vision come to life! Kens staff was attentive, nice, respectful and so fun to work with! They made everything so easy! The food was also to die for! We had crab cakes and fillet migon for the reception dinner and everyone is still talking about how fantastic it was days later! We had a crab feast for the rehearsal dinner and I was completely blown away by the jumbo crabs! Overall, Kens Creative Kitchen not only had food to die for but their staff made such a great impression. My fiancé and I were unable to hire a day of coordinator because of the financial impact of our original wedding that was cancelled. Kens kitchen went out of their way and took on job responsibilities out of their scope. I can’t thank them enough for everything they did to make my wedding so special. I will forever be grateful. Book Kens Kitchen! You won’t regret it!

Gabrielle Sent on 09/13/2020

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Amazing food & service!

Ken, the food, and his wait staff were the highlight of our wedding weekend! I have some professional chefs in my family and tough critics and we were all SO IMPRESSED with our rehearsal and wedding dinners. Ken could not have been more responsive and flexible with replanning some of our events due to COVID. Use his team for your wedding!

Martha Sent on 07/07/2020

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Incredible food and service!

Cannot say enough wonderful things about the team (and the food!) at Ken’s Creative Kitchen! Lauren was incredibly responsive in setting a menu for our tasting. When we got to the tasting, she had a beautiful table set and had made our signature cocktails for us to try. We had the best meal and knew we had to choose Ken’s! She was also so helpful with working with our venue and helping us place alcohol orders for our wedding day. On the day of, Lauren and the team made sure my husband and I had champagne and plenty of hors d’oeuvres in our bridal suite so we could have a nice moment alone between the ceremony and reception. Often, the bride and the groom don’t get a chance to eat during their reception but the Ken’s team made sure we were able to enjoy all of their amazing food! Highly, highly recommend! I just wish we had another party to plan so we can enjoy more of their food!

Joe K. Sent on 01/13/2020

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The BEST in the business!

Ken's Creative Kitchen ("KCK") was absolutely KEY to the ease and grace with which our wedding came off. As first-timers (parents who've never done this before), we had MANY many questions and worries. The first meeting at KCK was with Ken himself, in a relaxed setting with all samples of dishware, glassware, etc. all at the ready. Despite KCK's being in VERY high demand, year-round, for events all over the greater DC-Annapolis-Baltimore-Eastern Shore area, Ken took the time to meet personally with us and put over every concern to rest. (NOTE: Of the 8 caterers we initially e-mailed initially, Ken was the very first to call us back (responsive) and that set the tone for our entire months-long relationship. ) Once we'd met with Ken and KCK, all subsequent meetings at other reputable Annapolis caterers just fell FLAT! Ken, personally, is an Artist and "idea-machine" with a genial, easy manner of taking our rough ideas/thoughts and presenting us with many "how's THIS?" riffs on our basic themes. (NOTE: His serving staff are all seasoned professionals-- as compared with the "just off the street" waiters and others that so many caterers use: that makes WAY more difference that you realize!) KCK handled everything, from tables and linens to dishware/silverware and glassware to bar-tending. The food was beyond Excellent, and everything was very smoothly orchestrated with our venue manager for perfect "casual elegance" feel throughout the ceremony and reception. PERFECT!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We are glad to hear you had such a positive experience and look forward to the opportunity to work with you in the future!

Lia B. Sent on 09/24/2019

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Superb wedding!

Helen, Kathy,Katie and staff at Ken’s are pure professionals! Guided us through every catering detail from rehearsal dinner to wedding food stations. The food was outstanding! Our “foodie” guests could not stop complimenting or eating!
Also, day of- the staff were on top of the timing of everything! Leaving the bride, family and guests carefree to enjoy each spectacular moment! Thank you for the cherished memories!

Mara Sent on 09/18/2019

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Best of the best!

When it comes to catering, Ken's is a no-brainer. From the moment I connected with the team about my wedding day, the rest could not have been easier. Katie was so on top of everything from the very beginning, and Kathy and Helen were literal angels the day of as my right-hand gals—true professionals in every aspect!

Now let's get to the food. ABSOLUTELY IMPECCABLE. I can't even count how many people were talking about how delicious everything was (not to mention are still talking about it!), and how flawless the service was all day and night. Catering was the easiest decision we made while planning, and Ken's took our wedding from great to spectacular. Seriously, look no further!

Samantha Sent on 08/18/2019

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Best Caterer Ever!

The BEST food, service, and planning imaginable! Our wedding guests are still raving about Ken's from our wedding a few months ago. We can't imagine any other caterer coming close to Ken's amazing service!

Jen D. Sent on 08/12/2019

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Easiest wedding decision

Let catering be your easiest wedding vendor selection. Ken's Creative Kitchen is the pro team. Food was excellent. Service was fantastic. Katie is incredibly responsive and professional. She made the planning process seamless. We left the tasting with happy full bellies. On the day-of, Helen was that smiling kind face that kept checking in to make sure we had what we needed. Guests raved about the food, especially the crab cakes. I am so happy we selected Ken's for our wedding. We originally considered other vendors to "feel like we'd done our research," but, as my fiance pointed out, I was so comfortable and trusting of Katie and Ken's reputation. It was a stress-free experience (what a treasure in wedding planning!). Thank you Ken's!

Caroline Sent on 08/06/2019

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Incredible Experience!

I cannot say enough positive things about our experience with Ken’s Creative Kitchen! Ken’s continually went above and beyond to make our wedding perfect. The food was delicious and I had many guests tell me how much they enjoyed their meals. Beyond the food though, Lauren, our catering coordinator, and the entire staff really made everything from rentals to food to timelines come together. I didn’t have a wedding planner and I honestly didn’t need one because Ken’s services were so all inclusive. Lauren was so helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process and also so sweet to me and our families on the wedding day! Thank you to Lauren and all of Ken’s staff for all of your hard work!

Jane Sent on 06/08/2019

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Words cannot describe - Ken's is simply the best

Ken's Creative Kitchen really made the difference between a good wedding and a spectacular wedding. The service their staff provides and the food that they create (from the tasting and follow-up communication all the way to the wedding day) cannot be compared to any of the other caterers we spoke to. Even our guests noticed and commented on how wonderful the caterers were. I cannot thank Ken and his team enough.

Megan Sent on 05/29/2019

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Ken Upton catered our wedding 21 years ago

My husband and I were recently reminiscing with friends about our wedding 21 years ago that Ken Upton catered (and in all reality, helped plan). Ken was extraordinary. I know he has become known as the top caterer in our area, but even 21 years ago he was top notch. We got much more than just catering with Ken. His attention to detail and "signature" ideas (from fly fishing baskets with pheasant feathers, berries and flowers on the back of our chairs- to hardboiled quail eggs in edible nests in our salad- he even had the idea to turn our pool into a marsh). He helped coordinate flowers, linens, tents and even when we asked about a bag piper, he found someone. Timing is such a key detail to a successful party and he had it orchestrated to a tee. The food was delicious and the wedding was amazing. 5 starts for Ken's Creative Kitchen!

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Charlotte Sent on 04/16/2019

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Delicious and Amazing!!

I could not more highly recommend Ken's Creative Kitchen. We had MANY people tell us they were the best wedding food they had ever had. We worked with Katie for most of the process. She was incredibly organized and provided suggestions as requested. On the day of the wedding we worked with Helen. She put me at ease. She had everything under control. I would ask a question and she not only knew the answer, but would often have checked in on whatever I was thinking about already. She was a rock star! The whole team was. It felt like we had a specific server attending to our needs. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we wanted. The entire night, I knew everything was flowing easily. I didn't have to worry about a thing. Do yourself a favor and hire Ken's!!

Rachel Sent on 04/08/2019

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A-mazing from start to finish

My husband and I worked with Lauren throughout the entire wedding planning process. She is truly exceptional. Smart, personable, professional, flexible...she worked with us to create a catering menu we could afford, and staffed appropriately to execute a flawless dinner service. She is also quite knowledgeable about aspects of the wedding day outside of just catering. She acted as our coordinator on the wedding day as well, perfection! She greeted us with drinks and appetizers the moment our ceremony ended, and was always one step ahead in ensuring every aspect of the reception unfolded perfectly. She is a gem!

Jessica Sent on 02/01/2019

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Made our day perfect!

Kens Creative Kitchen and their amazing staff is the reason why our wedding was so special. They handled all of the day-of details flawlessly and helped guide our night so it seemed seamless to all of our guests. The food, as always, was phenomenal. All our guest's post-wedding made it a point to tell us how much they enjoyed all of the dishes that were served, ESPECIALLY, the hot chocolate chip cookies served with Baileys shots... Kens came up with the idea and it was a total success. If you want to be stress-free on your wedding day, I cannot recommend you use Kens, they are the best.

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Kerrie Sent on 10/15/2018

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You MUST go with Ken's

Ken and his team are the absolute best. Ken and his team thoroughly thought through every second of my wedding from guests arriving to leaving and ensured that it was orchestrated perfectly. Additionally, Ken's food is absolutely phenomenal. Their knowledge and expertise in wedding coordination and catering is unmatched. I highly recommend them. They made our day better than what I ever thought imaginable.

Kristen Sent on 06/30/2018

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Working with Ken was the best decision I made. Knowing that he was catering my wedding took a lot of pressure off me. He catered my father's wedding five years ago, so I knew that not only would the food and service be superior, but that everything would run smoothly and be beautiful. Helen was the coordinator on my wedding day and was an absolute joy to work with. She made everyone feel so special and relaxed. Ken is so much more than a caterer--he is the glue that makes everything look flawless!!

Catherine Sent on 06/28/2018

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Excellent food! Our guests were thrilled with the food and the service was exceptional! The servers attention to detail was above and beyond.

Michael Sent on 06/28/2018

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Ken Upton single-handedly made my daughter's wedding simply amazing!! We had meetings, tasting and more tastings to get everything perfect and perfect it was. I have had events catered before but nothing like this. Ken and his team seamlessly helped us with everything - he set the pace and tone of the wedding, arranged for all grade A rentals, had a staff that set up, served and tore down with a constant smile and top notched professionalism the entire time, as well as providing Michelin quality food for everyone from children to vegans to seniors! Ken has catered to dignitaries such as Ambassadors and National TV Anchormen, and he made me and my family feel just as important as them. It was truly an honor to have worked with Ken and his team. THANK YOU!!

Dale Sent on 05/04/2018

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Ken's Creative Kitchen made my daughter's wedding a spectacular success! The food was delicious, the service was impeccable and Lauren was amazing! She and her family went above and beyond to help us in so many ways! I totally understand why they have been voted the "Best Caterer in Annapolis" for the past ten years! Lauren is passionate about her family's business and you can tell that she loves her job! Best caterer and best wedding ever! Thank you, Lauren!

Tracy Sent on 12/20/2017

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Working with Ken's Creative Kitchen was one of the absolute best wedding vendor choices we made. Ken's catering expertise MADE our wedding-- his services include so much more than just the food. Ken and his team are incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and helpful with the wedding planning process. He was so patient and walked us through an intricately detailed timeline of what to expect on our wedding day. Ken worked with our budget to create a comprehensive menu to please everyone. He had so many creative ideas and is an entertainment genius. We rented linens, tables, silverware, glassware, etc. through Ken, as well, and everything was accounted for, in excellent condition, and set up beautifully by his staff. Ken's knew the venue space and staff, which made the set up and execution of the event flawless. Ken allowed us to taste our chosen menu ahead of time, make tweaks here and there, and totally delivered on flavor and presentation on the day of the wedding. Our guests were blown away by the quality of the food-- the crab cakes are delicious. Our event manager, Cathy, was another irreplaceable asset the day of the wedding. She made sure I was completely taken care of (drink in hand, comfortable, ready for various events). All of Ken's staff (waiters, chefs, cooks, and bartenders) were professional, efficient, and attentive. I would make this same vendor decision over and over again!

Mary Sent on 11/10/2017

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Ken's catered our daughters wedding on October 28th. We could not have been happier. The food was seriously delicious. Everyone raved about it. Our event manager Lauren helped us with the whole wedding from recommendations for other vendors to day of coordination. No need for a planner or coordinator with Lauren on the job! It was perfect from beginning to end!

Jennifer Sent on 10/12/2017

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Excellent service and incredible food. We've used this caterer for many of our wine pairing dinners over the last several years and I thought it was about time I should leave a review! The menu is always thoughtfully arranged, the food is always delectable and they are very accommodating when it comes to food allergies/substitutions. Above and beyond!

Kathleen Sent on 10/11/2017

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I am so so happy we went with Ken's for our wedding. The food was incredible! We had so many guests come up to us to tell us it was the best wedding food they'd ever had. Ken was so accommodating and helpful in creating our menu. He really listened to our vision and delivered. The service was so impressive too. No one had an empty glass for long. Hellen was our hands on point of contact for the night and she made everything seem so seamless. She provided us full plates of food the moment my husband and I were done with sunset photos. I really cant say enough how happy we were with the food. Thank you guys so much for making our day special AND delicious!!!

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Meg Sent on 10/09/2017

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As Mother of the Bride, I found Ken's team to be incredibly easy to work with. My friends and family couldn't stop raving about the food. They were friendly, helpful and so professional! They took care of every little detail and were always polite, and non-intrusive. Truly an incredible value!

Robin Sent on 09/23/2017

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There really are no words to express how very special Ken and his team made the wedding reception of our daughter, Katy, over Labor Day Weekend in Solomon's Maryland! From the moment we met Ken at his picturesque Annapolis location, tasted samples of food options, through the entire planning process (that lasted over a year), we were met with gracious, thoughtful and CREATIVE ideas!

Ken is a salesman par excellence but the good news is that he is selling something he truly believes in and he delivers! We have never had such a large event before and we wanted it to be memorable and it was! So many of our guests complimented us on the food, especially the fish! How they can so perfectly prepare a special fish dish for over 100 people in a tent at a marina is beyond me-- It was not only beautiful but delicious. The presentation of the salad, the filet mignon, the sea bass, the chocolate chip cookies, everything was just as gorgeous as promised and tasted superb! Perfect! Kudos to the chef and sous chefs!!

Helen is a true gem. I knew from the moment we met her that she is passionate about what she does. She has such a caring nature and a gentle demeanor that, even when things got a bit dicey (as they sometimes do at big events), she shows calm and gives reassurance to all of us. Helen, and her associate Kathi, who served as "day of", helped to make Katy’s dream wedding come true. I should also mention the very professional and gracious serving staff who greeted us from the first moment with a smile and a glass of prosecco or wine. Just excellent services all around! Highly recommend!

Alana Sent on 09/21/2017

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I cannot say enough wonderful things about the team at Ken's Creative Kitchen! They catered my wedding, and they were simply amazing. My husband and I are foodies, and we did not want to skimp on food for our reception. From the initial planning to the execution on the day of, Ken's was fabulous during the entire process. Lauren was so sweet and professional, and she helped me to create several different menu options that would work at different price points. Not only did she assist with creating our perfect menu, but she also helped with rentals for the reception, which contributed to the perfect atmosphere of our reception. A huge shout out to Kathy as well! She helped make sure that my husband and I had everything that we needed at our reception, even before we knew we needed it. She had drinks waiting for the entire wedding party when we arrived to the reception, which they are all still raving about. We felt like celebrities because of the way we were catered to, and that made us feel even more special.
I highly recommend Ken's to any couple planning a wedding in the Annapolis area. I planned my wedding from across the country, and I never felt out of the loop or worried about anything, thanks to Ken's Creative Kitchen. They are simply incredible, and I will never forget how perfect they made our special day. LOVE LOVE LOVE them!

Mary Sent on 09/12/2017

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First review I've ever written and I cannot imagine a vendor more worthy. Excellent service from our first interaction with Katie Wildt during the planning stage, to the pack-up at the end of the reception, with Helen coordinating the entire event. Any questions prior to the event were answered immediately by Katie and the menu selection and tasting were better than expected. Katie handled the contract with such professionalism and working with her was a genuine pleasure.

What can I say about the actual event? From the moment I met Helen, who was so warm and gracious, I knew we were in excellent hands. The set-up was perfect and every single person on the staff, so professional, from the kitchen staff, to the gentleman setting up the chairs, to each bartender and waiter. Pure class. And the food and presentation? We had several foodies in attendance and guests who have attended numerous weddings and they all said the food was the best they have ever been served at any wedding. As the MOB, I feel like the night was a blur but I do remember looking down at my beautiful salad with crab cake and fried green tomato and seeing the delicate flower nestled in the greens. I smiled to. myself and knew we had made the best decision to go with Ken's. The pictures we just received confirmed this as not only did the food taste delicious, it looked gorgeous!

I could go on and on but just want to reiterate how wonderful Helen was during the entire evening. She was so attentive to the wedding party, before, during and after the ceremony, always making sure we had something to drink, whether it be cucumber water or the signature drink, sangria. She seemed to be everywhere, calming nerves and making sure everyone was attended to, with such friendliness and a beautiful smile. Lastly, she had everything packed and ready to go within minutes as the last guest left, such a relief to my husband and myself.

Thank you for a beautiful day and wonderful memories.

Allison Sent on 08/24/2017

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Worth every penny. Wonderful food and service. The food was truly delicious and the group of staff were amazing and so so patient and helpful. My fiance and I really appreciated all of the help and coordination and I am 100% sure that things would not have gone nearly as smoothly without Ken's team there. Everyone was delightful and I'm so grateful we chose Ken's to cater our wedding. They also sent an event manager for the day who was absolutely instrumental in keeping things on schedule, making sure we covered all the typical wedding events and dealt with everything so well. And all of the guests raved about the food, it reflected the setting beautifully and was actually delicious, not just wedding food.

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Thank you for the taking the time to write a review Allison! We are very pleased that you had such a wonderful experience. We look forward to working with you in the future for any of your catering needs.

Kira Sent on 08/10/2017

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We used Ken's Creative Kitchens for our June 2017 wedding and we were absolutely impressed! From our first tasting, to our meetings along the way, to the final product on our wedding day, everything was fantastic and exactly how we wanted it to be. Throughout the process, we met with Ken and he helped our vision come to life. We opted for more of a cocktail style reception instead of a seated dinner, which was something new for our more traditional parents to wrap their heads around. But in the end, they were able to give complete trust that Ken would make it great, and he absolutely did! We had butler served hour-d-oeuvres, a salad station, and two buffet tables which later transitioned to dessert tables. The food was absolutely delicious and we received so many compliments from our guests days after the event was over. Also, our day of coordinator, Nancy, was fantastic. She made sure that we, as the busy bride and groom, were taken care of with drinks and food, and dessert to go! The entire staff worked together seamlessly and it was easy to see that this is a business that prides itself on quality. We truly were impressed by Ken's and highly recommend them for your event!

Laura Sent on 08/07/2017

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We loved working with Ken's. In the lead up to our wedding, when people would ask who our caterer was, everyone gushed over Ken's, saying they are the best in town. They really are!

The food was incredible, but the people were even better. Katie was a delight to work with - creative, flexible and friendly. The tasting was an incredible experience in and of itself.

The day-of staff were fantastic - genuinely happy people putting out a really amazing product. The catering captain even dropped off a packet of leftovers at our hotel after the wedding, which we enjoyed the next day.

Worth every penny!

Kay Sent on 06/12/2017

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Ken's Creative Kitchen is amazing. My wife and I worked with Lauren for our wedding, and we could not have asked for a better caterer and day-of coordinator. In the months of planning leading up to the wedding, Lauren was consistently responsive and caring. We planned our wedding from California, and most of our communication was done via email. Lauren always replied promptly, and she had great advice throughout the wedding planning process. My wife and I changed our place settings about 3 times while planning the wedding, and Lauren was always happy to accommodate us. Also, we had tastings with a few caterer's, but Ken's Kitchen outshone them all. We did a brunch themed wedding, and the tasting at Ken's Kitchen was the best brunch we've ever had.

On the day of the wedding everything was perfect. Lauren and her staff made everything look beautiful, and the food was spectacular--our guests are still raving about the creme brûlée french toast. Lauren always made sure my wife and I had a drink in our hand, and we could not have asked for a better wedding.

If you're looking for a caterer with superb food, responsive and kind staff, and incredible organization, Ken's Kitchen is the way to go. Thank you!

Grace Sent on 06/08/2017

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Ken's Creative Kitchen is literally the best!! First off, I'm not sure how anyone who does a tasting with them chooses anyone else. The tasting room is welcoming, and the food is amazing. Hello crab cakes!

I second the previous comment from another reviewer about "part caterer, part advisor, part family". We worked with Katie, and she is totally amazing. I didn't need a wedding planner or "day of coordinator". That was Katie! She listened to my vision and helped us put together the perfect day.

On the day of the wedding, I have never seen anything run so smoothly. The food was epic, the drinks were flowing, and the service was unparalleled. I know I am biased, but I think it was the best party that I have every been to. Even when I started to have a meltdown because the shuttle was messed up, Katie came to the rescue and helped me & my guests get out the door.

Choosing Ken's was one of the best decisions that I made during my wedding planning process. I'm obsessed and can't wait to plan another party!!

Cynthia Sent on 05/08/2017

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Where to even begin. My husband and I knew that an open bar and food were two of the most important things to us for our wedding day. Our venue had a list of catering choices to choose from which included Ken's Creative Kitchen. From the get go we could tell that Ken's was above the rest just given the amazing choices on their sample menus and the ease of using their website. These were clearly professionals and boy was that spot on. We specifically dealt with Lauren who was absolutely amazing. We had not one, but two tastings in preparation in which everything from appetizers to signature drinks was delicious. We had the most beautiful mojitos on our wedding day and had amazing food like a shrimp and grits bar. Lauren was kind, timely with communication, and always delivered. She was also incredibly flexible and even helped with the day of coordination for us and came with us to our rehearsal the day prior. Her team was equally exceptional. My guests never waited for a drink. They had appetizers and drinks waiting for my entire bridal party as soon as we finished walking down the aisle. I had so many guests and family tell me different things the catering staff did so graciously and quickly to fix any little issue even if it had nothing to do with the catering. They also couldn't stop raving over the food. On your wedding you truly find that having good vendors will completely save you and your sanity. This vendor was beyond my wildest expectations. They made our wedding day so carefree and memorable for us and we can't say enough good things about them! They deserve well over 5 stars!

Trisha Sent on 04/30/2017

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Ken's is not the cheapest game in town, but they are by far the best and worth every penny. Our son's rehearsal dinner (for approximately 100 guests) was at the Paca House, so we needed a caterer to provide food, beverages, rentals and decorations. We are not local to Annapolis, so I was nervous about the logistics. We asked quite a few locals-in-the-know about caterers and everyone said Ken's was their top choice. Katie, who coordinated our event, was a dream to work with. Our first interaction with her was a cold call I made to inquire about their services. She invited us to their office immediately and had a freshly-made sample platter of appetizers, including the most delicious crab cakes you will ever eat, waiting for us. Katie is professional, smart and genuinely kind. She responded to emails and phone calls promptly and answered my questions thoroughly. Katie's recommendations for linens, flowers, menu, etc. were spot on, and she made great suggestions to make our event even more special. (Note that Ken's does not provide alcohol but refers clients to Mills in downtown Annapolis to purchase wine, beer, spirits, etc. Mills made great recommendations based on our budget and then delivered directly to the Paca House on the day of the event. Ken's provides the bartenders and glassware.) I was a little nervous that Katie would not be present at our event, but then I met Helen. Helen took such good care of us! She made sure everything was perfect. She even checked in with the bridal party and made them plates of food from the buffet to ensure they had something to eat while they were busy visiting with guests. Then there was the food. OMG! Our guests RAVED about the food. Every single thing was delicious, beautifully displayed, and abundant. You cannot go wrong hiring Ken's to cater your event. They are the very best.

Jackie Sent on 04/12/2017

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Food was delicious! Everyone at the reception was talking about the great food. They were easy to work with and gave great service--which I appreciated since I'm from out of town. I would definitely use them again!!

Melissa Sent on 02/02/2017

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Working with Ken's creative kitchen was the absolute BEST decision we made in booking vendors for our wedding!! From the beginning stages of planning to the late hours of our wedding day, Ken and his entire staff were helpful, more than efficient, and a true joy to work with! My husband and I worked primarily with Ken which was fantastic! We had our reception at St. John's college and Ken knows that place inside and out (he even had a more detailed room measurement drawing than the one the venue provided) . He helped with table arrangements, wedding day timeline, picking out the menu, and even creative design of the venue. He is a true pro in the wedding biz, with so much experience and he gives the best advice. And I haven't even begun to describe the food!! I wish there was another star rating for deliciousness, myself and my entire guest list would give it 100 stars! 2 months later people still tell me how wonderful the food was! While searching for a caterer, we found Ken to be comparable price wise to other caterers in the area, but quality is above and beyond amazing!! Our wedding day would have never gone as smoothly as it did without Ken and his staff and we are so grateful to everyone at Ken's creative for all that they did to make our wedding the best day of our lives!

Dominique Sent on 11/09/2016

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I had such a great experience working with Ken's Creative Kitchen for my Chesapeake Bay Foundation Annapolis wedding and have already recommended them to my engaged friends!

From start to finish the owner, Ken, and event planner, Helen Stewart, were extremely knowledgeable and happy to help with all of my requests--such as special meals for guests with allergies, renting heaters last minute, and coordinating with our other vendors to ensure things ran smoothly. It was such a relief to be able to rely on them and trust their professionalism during the stressful process of wedding planning and on the actual wedding day. We were so impressed with everyone at Ken's Creative Kitchen that we also had them cater our wedding brunch at my parents' home.

Ken mentioned he treats every event as if he's hosting his own friends and family and that was clearly evident in the case of our wedding which went off without a hitch. I would highly recommend working with Ken, his staff, and event planner, Helen Stewart for any event if you are looking for delicious food and amazing service!

Steffani Sent on 10/05/2016

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I wish I could give more then 5 stars to Ken's. They were amazing!! Lauren could of not made planning my wedding any easier. She made me feel like I was the only bride that she was working with. I would email her and she got back to me in no time at all. At my wedding I did not have to worry about a thing. The staff was a professional. The food that is all everyone was talking about. They were the best!!

Bridgette Sent on 09/29/2016

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I don't have enough words to express how much I love Ken and his team. Ken was so helpful through all of the planning and all of changes I made through the planning process!

First, he got me access to a venue that doesn't typically do weddings! But because Ken was catering it, we were able to hold our reception at the most perfect spot!
Second, he was extremely conscious of my budget and met with me several times to come up with the perfect menu!
Third, his staff day of was incredible! Helen was our coordinator for the day, she was amazing, she always made sure I had a drink in my hand and was having the best time ever!

We received so compliments on the food! We knew we made the right choice with them! If I ever hold another party, they will be getting a call from me!

Zachary Sent on 09/28/2016

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Ken and his entire staff made our special day incredible from start to finish. He walked us through everything we need to do and know as we planned some of the most important parts of our wedding. Throughout, Ken provided unbiased and unadulterated advice, including things we never would have considered, that made our day just perfect. The food was incredible, well presented, and my guests cannot stop raving about it. The staff were the most attentive, made sure we were taken care of from start to finish and went out of their way to make sure everything was better than we could have imagined. I cannot recommend Ken and his crew highly enough. If you do not book with them - you are making a BIG mistake.

Julie Sent on 09/21/2016

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Ken's Creative Kitchen was absolutely fabulous to work with! We can't say enough about the professionalism of everyone we came in contact with from the servers to event coordinator. From the start, Ken's Creative Kitchen was accommodating, flexible and helpful. They assisted us in making contact with vendors for other needs such as an electrician. The food was TREMENDOUS and everyone complemented it. I can't say enough about Lauren and Helen who were absolutely wonderful to work with! Lauren was responsive, accommodating and always available. Helen was a calming force at the wedding. She made sure things went smoothly. The entire day was seamless because of her and her team, despite some unexpected hiccups. Not only did guests complement the food, but completely noticed how terrific the service was and how Helen was on top of things! This is a terrific caterer all the way around!
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Ken's catered out wedding this past weekend and WOW! We were blown away! From the start of planning, they offered us so much more than your average caterer. They put their personal touch on just about everything and it made it that much more special! Lauren was our event manager and was nothing short of wonderful. For the day of, they offered to transport and set up our decor and did an impeccable job. Their staff was polite, professional, and all-around wonderful. Lauren helped keep our timing on track and brought Bride and Groom their favorite drinks all night! Our guests complimented us on the delicious food and service all evening. You won't find a better catering service in the area... Go with Ken's! You wI'll be glad you did!

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As a planner working with Ken and Helen was an absolute treat! Ken is so talented & incredibly knowledgeable beyond just his delicious food- the best steak I have ever had / may ever have in my life! Cooked to perfection. Helen and her team the day of the wedding ran things so smoothly and even in a (very unplanned) flooding muddy downpour. Executed flawlessly and staff was superb! She was one of the sweetest individuals I've had the pleasure of working with & I cannot say enough good things! Strongly recommend booking them while you can! Best catering team, service, and quality in the area without a doubt!

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Ken Upton and his staff is THE BEST. Their excitement and enthusiasm leaves you believing your party will be the most outstanding they have ever done. No one could be more responsive to your vision, making it even better then you imagine. And the product they produce supports that belief. At my recent party, I wanted a creative summer menu; I did not want to serve filet, salmon, crab cakes or chicken. We came up with an Asian menu that guests still rave about. With Ken's help, the decor enhanced the setting. The entire staff was friendly, accommodating, and very efficient. Hiring Ken's
Creative Kitchen is a virtual guarantee that your party, wedding, or gathering will flawlessly meet your expectations

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I cannot express how wonderful Ken and his team our day! From the first meeting they took care of EVERYTHING! The food was unbelievable and no one understood how they cooked fish and asparagus so perfectly for 100 people at the same time. His day of coordinator, Kathi, and bartender Rorhi offered friendly impeccable service and the rest of the staff was just perfect. They made what could have been a stressful day fun and relaxing and again the guests were stunned at the food. The only ones not surprised at the presentation and quality were the ones that had been to weddings catered by Ken before. THANK YOU! We cannot thank them enough.

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Dear Ken,
It's hard to find enough superlatives to describe how wonderful our wedding was. Everything about it was magical from the food, to the beautiful table settings,to the beautiful tent to the great service of your staff, and the band too. All of your input was a huge factor in making the day so very special. You have also created the best of organizations - efficient, courteous, hard working, talented people who are fun to be around. Many of our guests said it was the best wedding they'd ever been to!
I am so very appreciative of all your expert help, advice and patience. I also appreciate you stopping by which I didn't even know till later.
Thank You,
Kathy Munger

Thank You!!,

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Ken's Kitchen catered my wedding on June 17 in North East, Maryland. To say that they are good caterers would be an absolute understatement. Everything from our original contact with them to our tastings and to the actual day of our wedding was perfect. I worked specifically with Lauren, and she is incredibly organized, easy to work with, quick with responses, and very knowledgeable about the business and about different options to customize their service for your particular wedding and your tastes. As someone else wrote, Lauren not only helped plan the food for the wedding, but she was able to offer advice on other vendors, on different linens and colors that would work with our color scheme, and so much more. She also came up to our venue at my venue's request to tour the place and to be sure she knew exactly where everything would be set up so that it would go smoothly on our wedding day. And it did! Everything was perfect, and the food was delicious. The staff set up all of our decorations and centerpieces as we requested via pictures and did an absolutely amazing job with service. Guests raved to us about the work that they did and how amazing the food was, especially the crab cakes. I would highly, highly recommend kens creative kitchen for any catered event, especially a wedding!

Gayle Sent on 06/25/2016

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I am no stranger to planning a wedding, however planning a remote wedding is another story! We got married on June 4 in Glen Burnie, Md. We live in Denver. From the moment I reached out to Lauren, she honestly became more of an event coordinator and made the entire process effortless. She provided a list of vendors for the wedding cake, flowers and wine. We took all of her suggestions and were thrilled with each one. And if that weren't enough....on the day of the wedding, the oven in the house we rented failed. Her staff never mentioned it to us, so as not to put added stress on us. Instead, they reached out to a neighbor to request to use their oven. We never knew until the end of the evening. We have no idea how they did it because the food was amazing! Every single guest commented that it was the nicest reception they had ever attended. My only regret was not having met Lauren in person. Throughout the whole process, she truly became a friend. We will be forever grateful to Ken's for providing such impeccable service and professionalism. Because of Lauren and her staff, we have a memory that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Gayle and Tom

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Just go meet with Ken and his staff you will fall in love with them all and their great menu selections. Ken was so easy to work with, he is very accommodating for all budgets, and the food experience was incredible. To start our guest loved the appetizers, the salad was amazing (It had real edible flowers in it) and the meal was perfectly cooked and served hot and definitely delicious, the servers were so kind to all of our guest and the bartenders, were friendly and could make a mean drink. Kathy was an angel, she was there to run the entire show and she is amazing, she was the perfect addition to an A-Team. Kathy worked with me to make sure that the entire day ran smoothly from the start of dinner to re-stocking of the bar and she even came thru when the flowers for the cake didn't look just right, she took care of the entire situation and make my daughter and new son in-law's wedding unforgettable. Ken you and your team are SUPER STAR's, thank you again for an amazing and memorable wedding .

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KEN'S is the only caterer you should consider !!!!! I would give them 10 stars if that were an option. My daughter's wedding was soooo successful because of Ken's FOOD, STAFF, PROFESSIONALISM. It's been 5 weeks since the wedding and people are still raving about the food. NOT ONLY the food, they took the worry out of everything. Every one of our vendors, photographer, band, venue, hair and makeup, florist said, "Oh, you have no worries, KEN'S is the best"! And they are. THANK YOU!!!! MOB Monica M

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We had an informal outdoor wedding at our home. The planning and incredible enthusiasm and helpfulness of the staff were outstanding. The food was absolutely top notch. The on-site manager was a veteran and took care of every detail of the evening going well beyond the food and service. It was a great experience and we highly recommend Ken's Creative Kitchen.

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I can't even describe how AMAZING our experience was with KCK! They catered our wedding and it was by far the best choice we made in all of our planning. We lived in 3 different states during our planning process so life was a little crazy. I worked with Lauren leading up to the event and Helen was our day-of coordinator. They both did an amazing job and were so easy to communicate with. I had considered hiring a wedding planner but both Ken and my florist insisted I didn't need one and they were right! They went above and beyond catering and assisted with set-up and tear down and their staff even carried all of the decorations to our parents' cars after the event. Our guests were also incredibly impressed with the food and service! The guests were greeted with warm apple cider rum as soon as they walked in. Some of our guests even showed up early and the staff was ready to go! I cannot say enough about Ken's! Choose them for your event and you truly can let go of all of the stress that comes with planning. Thank you Lauren and Helen for making our day so perfect!

Lisa Sent on 11/03/2015

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My words cannot do justice to the superb job Ken’s Creative Kitchen did. My daughter got married at my parents’ house in Easton, MD. I live hundreds of miles away on Long Island. Thank goodness my brother & his wife, who live in Annapolis, suggested I use Ken’s. I could never have planned her wedding long distance without their help. It was everything we all hoped for. Katie helped with the planning and was always there when I needed her. She never lost her cool even at some very last minute changes. Helen was in charge of things the day of the wedding. She was terrific, both organized and gracious. The servers could not have been more professional and lovely. The food was delicious and the presentation was beautiful. Our guests all commented on both the food and the waiters. I would definitely use Ken’s Creative Kitchen again for any catering needs.

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Ken's is the absolute best! Ms. Helen and all the staff were and A+ team. I was having to plan a wedding from deployment and they were able to work with my crazy schedule and still make me feel like a priority. The food speaks for itself! My family has received complements on how great the wedding was everyday for the past month, I greatly attribute this to all the great staff at Ken's. If you want the best Ken's is it!

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Ken's was always my first choice for a wedding caterer ever since I got engaged because they had stellar reviews. Now that my wedding is over, I am happy to say that all the positive feedback is absolutely true! They made my wedding spectacular. From my first contact with them, I felt comfortable in their abilities. They are quick to respond to emails and phone calls. They are professional and flexible. We had a few guests with special dietary needs and they handled that with ease. Not only do they make the most amazing food, but they helped me rent my linens, silverware, etc. and provided a day-of-coordinator who kept everything running smoothly on my wedding day. They set up all of the decor for my reception exactly how I wanted it, paying close attention to detail. You can tell they have been in the business for a long time! And don't even get me started on the food- all of my guests raved about the crab cakes and said they were the best they've ever had! And everyone kept talking about how friendly that bartender was! Thank you Ken's for making my wedding day perfect! I couldn't have asked for a better experience!

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We were initially won over at the tasting,but quickly learned that their professionalism is just as amazing as their food(which is REALLY good).They are simply the best in MD.
Suzy was patient and easy to work with throughout the planning process.I had complete faith in her;which is priceless when it comes to wedding vendors.There were several times where she was a total wedding hero!For example,the night before the wedding I set up a sample table and found out the 60” tables I rented would not fit 8 chairs.So I emailed Suzy,praying she would see the last minute request to switch to 72” tables.The next morning I stopped by the clubhouse to find Kens staff setting up 72” tables!Thank you Suzy!
We were also lucky to have Helen supervise the reception.Several guests commented on how lovely and attentive she was!She brought elegance and class and went way beyond her expectations.
As the guests arrived they were welcomed by a sharply dressed staff with gorgeous platters of hors d’oeuvres and champagne.But Helen made sure to set aside plenty of hors d’oeuvres for the wedding party,so we were greeted the same way upon arrival!I was so grateful for those couple minutes to have a drink and small bite to eat before we entered the reception.
Helen and Kens staff made each guest feel like a guest of honor.Everyone has their own story of how Helen or someone on the staff made them feel important.For example,after the salad was served,I saw Helen at the groomsmen table with a HEAPING plate of bacon!Apparently when she asked how they were enjoying the salad, they said they liked the bacon,so she brought them a plateful!They still talk about how awesome that was.
Helen also coordinated with the DJ,photographer and videographer so everything went perfectly.Had she not been there,I would have forgotten to cut the cake!
I cant thank Suzy,Helen and Kens staff enough for the stressfree,beautiful reception.It was the best day of our lives yet, and they made it happen.Thank you!

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Our wedding was a FAIRYTALE because of Ken's Catering!! I wish one word could sum up the absolutely UNBELIEVABLE experience we had with them. My husband and I work in the service industry for luxury sailing charters and understand how much hard work goes into making an event (especially as big as a wedding) an unforgettable experience. They far exceeded our expectations!
From the moment we met Ken we knew that from his extensive experience and personable, friendly nature we would be able to draw up the wedding of our dreams. He was always available to meet and discuss ideas. The wedding was in my parents backyard off the Chesapeake, so before we officially decided to use Ken we wanted to be sure that the yard would work. I remember being shocked when I called to set up a day that he could come by and he said he could come by in a couple of hours if we liked. When he arrived his face lit up and the ideas started flowing as he painted out our vision. He had no doubt in his mind that our backyard would be a perfect reception site and he was right!
We met Helen (our wedding supervisor) just a few days before the wedding and we knew instantly that she was perfect! She was calm, receptive, organized, professional, and just reflected so much positive energy. Throughout the reception she quickly became my best friend. Not only was she extremely attentive to our needs as the bride and groom, but she was apparently just as attentive to our parents needs as well as all of our 130 guests! I don't know how she did it! She was there when we showed up to greet us with a mojito and gin and tonic as we had asked. The decorations were all in place and looked amazing! She was always there anticipating our every need. I am SPEECHLESS and AMAZED with her and the entire team! She genuinely cared so much about our day and that meant the world to us.
We have had so many compliments about the catering. From the delicious food to the overall experience. We can't thank them enough!

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Amazing! Wonderful! Outstanding! Fantastic! There are not enough superlatives to express how pleased we were with Ken's Creative Kitchen. They did an outstanding job and attended to every detail! We couldn't be happier! Helen, our event coordinator, was incredible!!!! She didn't miss a trick and was on the spot to take care of our every need. She went over and beyond anything I expected.
Getting greeted with a refreshing mojito at our driveway entrance on a hot summer day was so welcoming. And the food! Wow! Everything was presented artistically and tasted scrumptious. People just couldn't rave enough about the food, especially the crab cake and shrimp and grits appetizers. I particularly appreciated the way Ken worked with us within our budget and was not at all pushy. He also is very personable and gets to know his clients well. The wedding coordinator he matched us with was the perfect fit for our family. She was so warm and we had so much in common with her. She made me feel totally at ease which can be difficult since I'm a control freak. I felt like I didn't need to worry about a thing with her in charge. I can't thank Ken and his staff enough for making our daughter's wedding day truly magical.

Rene Sent on 07/15/2015

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I can't compliment nor express my gratitude enough to Ken Upton of Ken's Creative Kitchen, it was perfection. We expressed our vision and he executed it flawlessly, from his exquisite cuisine to helping coordinate so many important details. His expertise and resources helped guide us to professional vendors who made our ambience magical. The staff of Ken's that served our wedding were attentive, professional, saw to everyone's needs and ensured that everything ran seamlessly. Our guests are still raving about the fresh jumbo lump crab cakes on fried green tomatoes, the pepper encrusted beef tenderloin, the jumbo sea scallops wrapped in applewood bacon, the raw bar and so much more! Thank you Ken for everything you had done to help make our wedding day so truly perfect for us and one that our guests say they will always remember.
Rene and Rich

Jennifer Sent on 06/26/2015

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What can I say. This company is absolutely phenomenal. Katie was awesome throughout the entire process. Our food was absolutely amazing and everyone raved about it. This caterer was simply astounding. Thank you so so much for catering our wedding. Jennifer and kevin

Beth Sent on 05/07/2015

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WOW! Words cannot express how amazing Ken's Creative Kitchen was for our entire wedding weekend. Ken and Helen Stewart catered both our rehearsal dinner and our wedding and they knocked both out of the park. Ken and Helen are not only caterers, but advisors, friends, and visionaries. They were incredibly thoughtful about our menu, creative with the dishes matched to our preferences and tastes, and they executed flawlessly, all with a smile. No one in the Annapolis / DC area should do a wedding without this dynamic duo.

A special note about Helen, who was our coordinator for the weekend. She made the weekend exceptional, and felt more like family than our caterer extraordinaire. I don't know what I would have done without her. Her warmth, heart, and kindness made everything so personal, and I will be forever grateful for her support throughout the weekend.

A huge thank you to Ken, Helen, and their team - you were an incredible part of our big day and we will remember your work for decades to come. xo

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The food and service was incredible. They converted our ceremony room into our reception room and they did all the work so neither I nor my wedding party had to help in the change over. Their day of planner organized and coordinated an absolutely incredible wedding. People were never without a drink in their hand and the entire party went without a hitch. They were careful to accommodate some of my guests food allergies and neither my husband nor I ever wanted for anything. I would highly recommend their services.

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Thank you very much to Ken's for an amazing reception this weekend. Helen was our captain for the night and she did a fantastic job attending to every detail and also assisting from set up to clean up. As the Event Planner for the wedding I was so impressed with their entire staff and how helpful Helen was to me throughout the day. Their team is so professional and on point with every detail. The food was not only delicious but it was plated beautifully, to include the garnish for the signature drinks and gorgeous first course salads. They truly made the night. Ken's is not only about GREAT FOOD but they totally get the details and service. Everything was excellent!!!!!!!!! Thank you all again! It was perfect.... and Helen is a gem!!!!!!!

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A well deserved shout out to the awesome crew at Ken's Creative Kitchen and most especially the event manager Helen Stewart and her night of event team. No matter what the challenge (slick wet brick underfoot in the kitchen tent, numerous unique items requested by the family, malfunctioning restroom doors etc etc etc) the team was unflappable and the food was simply amazing. Perfectly cooked and served, it was as if they were catering an intimate dinner party for 12 instead of 150 guests in a tent in January. Ken's operation is simply the best there is in terms of professionalism, creativity, responsiveness and a total can-do attitude. Thank you for making my daughters wedding such a wonderful moment and memory.

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Ken's Creative Kitchen is awesome!!! The food and service were amazing!!! Everyone that attended our wedding was blown away by the food! I will definatley be using them again!!!!!

Lindsay Sent on 11/02/2014

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Kens was absolutely amazing! Everyone raved over the food - I've never seen so many cleared plates at a wedding! They were so accommodating and even recreated an appetizer for us that we had had at another wedding! We didn't have a wedding coordinator and kens staff made sure that everytgjng was executed perfectly- from our table set ups, flowers and all decorations- it was perfection!! I can't recommend them more!

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Ken's Creative Kitchen is a phenomenal service. Ken is a fantastic salesman and really helped us plan the logistics of our wedding from the set up of our venue, when the first dance would happen, and to only give our guests one option (Crab Cakes and Chicken) so we didn't have too much trouble with invitations. Suzie, our coordinator helped pick our beautiful linens and dishes from Rentals to Remember. She even suggested a navy and white stripe tablecloth based on the theme of our wedding that wasn't even in the book. The initial tasting was delicious, and by the time of the wedding the guests clamored for the crab quesadillas we selected. The guests loved their food and so did my husband and I. The crab cakes were just out of this world. What was better yet is that Ken's Creative Kitchen really ran the show so I didn't need to use a Wedding Planner.

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Ken catered by wedding for 300 people. The food was outstanding & people are still talking about how delicious EVERYTHING was. The oyster bar was a huge hit! Everyone really loved the crab cakes, beef, and lobster mac & cheese. They did a great job with everything and i hope i can use them again some day for a different type of event!

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Ken's Creative Kitchen did a large rehearsal dinner/ welcome party for 140 people at the Annapolis Maritime Museum. (I am mother of the groom.) There were delicious, ample passed hors d'oeuvres during the cocktail hour which included an oyster bar. Ken's let us provide the oysters as a family friend is in the seafood business. Dinner was a seated buffet. The food was outstanding and the service staff was gracious, professional, thoughtful -- making it a welcoming, casual evening. Exactly as we hoped it would be. From set up to clean up everyone was helpful and efficient. We worked with Suzy in planning, and Kona oversaw the event.

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Hands down the best part of my wedding reception! Such great food!

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We were so very pleased with Ken's throughout the entire wedding planning process. From their flexibility with our tastings, to Suzy's responsiveness to my numerous emails leading up; they were just really great to work with! I was very particular about how I wanted our signature drink; it not only tasted yummy but looked so cute garnished with a little strawberry on the edge, just how I imagined it :) the food presentation was phenomenal. We were even brought a little tray of all the appetizers just for my husband and I to enjoy at the beginning of cocktail hour; because as most brides know it's nearly impossible to find time to eat at your own wedding! That was so thoughtful and much appreciated. The bar and tables were set up beautifully... The waitstaff, especially one older gentleman in particular, were extremely nice. And Helen was AWESOME! She always made sure my husband and I had a drink in our hands, and kept checking in on us throughout in case we needed anything at all. Our guests raved about the food; a couple friends in particular, and I quote, said: "That was the best salad I've ever had in my life" ...and that was just the SALAD before the actual entree! Ken's is amazing, and I highly recommend.

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The service Kens provided at our reception was amazing. There were always servers with food and drinks replenishing everyone. The appetizers and dinner were delicious (crab cakes are a must)! Everything was served promptly and professionally, the service was definitely outstanding. I was worried about how the signature cocktails would work out but the bartenders did a great job! Overall, Kens came very highly recommended in the area and I will continue to spread that message.
~Kate Chadwick
May 11th, 2014 London Town and Gardens

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Ken's recently catered my daughter's wedding celebration in Annapolis, MD. We couldn't have been more pleased with the food and the service. The butler passed appetizers were fantastic! People couldn't get enough of the mini crab cakes or of the bacon wrapped scallops. Both were fresh, moist and delicious! The presentation at the food stations were creative, unique and served with class. Our friends are still raving about all of the great food that was served. And we have to mention the wonderful staff that worked at our celebration. They were extremely friendly, polite, cheerful and totally on top of everything. I never had to ask them to do anything. They thought of every last detail & handled them to perfection. To top it all off, their happiness only added to our joy. Many, many thanks to all of Ken's great team!

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Ken's creative Kitchen catered our rehearsal dinner and it was the most fabulous evening. The staff was extremely accommodating, professional, friendly, the service was fantastic and the food first rate. It was a most memorable experience and we received tons of compliments from our guests. I would not hesitate to call on Ken again if I have future catering needs. Class act organization!!

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Ken and his staff were amazing! He personally worked with us to create a delicious menu of cohesive courses, and assist in our wine pairing. He was very quick to respond to all of my emails and any questions I had. He was even able to create vegan plates with only a day's notice before the wedding! His event manager was spectacular and the food production was flawless. Ken and his staff knocked it out of the park!

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Ken's was a delight to work with. From our first meeting with Suzy from Ken's Creative Kitchen to our reception everything was perfect. Suzy helped to provide great suggestions and was instrumental in planning a lot of the details of our reception. The food was simply amazing. Every one of our guests kept telling us how awesome the food was. The crab cakes were delicious, the beef was cooked just right! Their basil thyme bread was seriously the best bread I've ever eaten. The entire staff was a huge help on our wedding day and made everything run smoothly and go off without a hitch!

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Our daughter got married a week ago and I am still smiling. Everyone at Kens Creative Kitchen made the evening a complete success. Leading up to the wedding Ken was always available to talk with me about ideas and to answer my questions. Helen was our event manager and I can not say enough wonderful things about her! She was a delight and always smiling! She seemed to anticipate our every need and those of our guests. She made our daughter feel so special--even sending her and her new husband off with a bottle of wine and food. She thought of everything. The staff at kens did an outstanding job. They were so attentive making sure glasses were always full to beautifully serving the food. Many of our guests said the food was the best they had ever had. The kitchen staff did an outstanding job!! Hiring Kens Creative Kitchen is one of the best decisions I have ever made.

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