Enjoy Top Catering in Phoenix at Your Next Celebration — Mimosa Bars, Charcuterie Plates, and Interactive Food Stations

With flavorful produce and sumptuous catering, Phoenix is on track to “make the desert bloom.” These top Phoenix catering companies remind us that a great celebration starts with exceptional food. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or black-tie soirée, there’s picture-perfect (and utterly delicious) cuisine awaiting you in this stunning desert landscape.

*In no particular order…

Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering

Rustic wooden food table with chalkboard sign | PartySlate
photo courtesy of Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering

PS Statement: We love how this certified woman-owned business is community-focused and environmentally-conscious. Their strong relationships with local purveyors becomes evident when you taste their beautifully-presented cuisine made from only the freshest and most seasonal ingredients.

  • Inventive cuisine, artistic presentation, and exceptional service
  • Allergy-free customizable menu options
  • Strong relationship with local produce purveyors
Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering

Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering

Phoenix, AZ

Benedict’s Catering

Round bread topped with salad leaves and a strawberry slice | PartySlate
photo courtesy of Benedict’s Catering

PS Statement: As the go-to caterer for high-end retail events, Benedict’s Catering pairs exceptional service with stunning presentation. We especially love their unique build-your-own stations — we’ve always wanted to learn how to make the perfect margarita.

  • Detailed event planning and award-winning service
  • Originally a small business run out of a home kitchen due to demand
  • Thanksgiving catering available
Benedict’s Catering

Benedict’s Catering

Phoenix, AZ

Cloth & Flame

banquet table with coral-colored blooms and salsa cups | PartySlate
photographer: Jennifer Bowen

PS Statement: We love how Cloth & Flame creates spectacular dining events in unconventional spaces. From flying tables into the Grand Canyon to creating floating docks in Puget Sound, this unique culinary experience company creates unrivaled events in imaginative settings.

  • Provides catering to all 50 states, including hard-to-reach locations
  • High profile clientele includes Google, IMG, and Uber
  • During dinners partnering with local food providers, 10 percent of the proceeds go to coalitions working to preserve wild places and migratory routes.
Cloth & Flame

Cloth & Flame

Phoenix, AZ

Fresh From The Kitchen

Metal tray with vegetable finger food and salmon | PartySlate
photographer: Tasha Brady Photography

PS Statement: This woman and minority-owned business caters elaborate, high-end events without sacrificing a commitment to sustainable practices. We love how they use fresh, organic ingredients in their perfectly-plated cuisine.

  • Woman and minority-owned business
  • Full-service catering
  • High-end clientele includes Will Smith and the Baltimore Ravens
Fresh From The Kitchen

Fresh From The Kitchen

Phoenix, AZ

M Culinary Concepts

Chef making steaming dumplings | PartySlate
photographer: Harley Bonham

PS Statement: M Culinary Concepts creates unforgettable dining experiences that satiate the taste buds and more. We love how they indulge in each of the five senses to produce phenomenal culinary events. From their interactive food stations to their artistically-plated dinners, this award-winning company turns any celebration into a meal to remember.

  • Globally-influenced cuisine and artful catering presentations
  • Customized menus beyond the status-quo
  • Largest privately held catering provider in the Southwest with 40 plus years of experience
M Culinary Concepts

M Culinary Concepts

Phoenix, AZ

Tom and Lin Catering

Overflowing cheese and fruit board | PartySlate
photographer: Vienna Glenn Photography

PS Statement: We love how Tom and Lin Catering works directly with their clients to create personalized menus. Their limitless imagination allows them to create visually stunning and one-of-a-kind meal presentations that double as décor.

  • Award-winning catering company
  • Uses locally sourced food and top imported artisan cheeses
  • Specializes in regional, American, and international cuisine
Tom and Lin Catering

Tom and Lin Catering

Phoenix, AZ

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The 10 Best Atlanta Photographers to Capture Your Once-in-a-Lifetime Celebration

Finding the right photographer for an important celebration might feel like rocket science. While scrolling through albums and portfolios can tell you something about style and quality, other essential traits are harder to pinpoint. Is the photographer engaging, communicative, flexible? Not to worry. We’ve done our homework and narrowed down the top 10 Atlanta photographers to capture your extraordinary celebration. 

*In no particular order…

Aaron Delesie

Outdoor ceremonial space with white petal walkway
photographer: Aaron Delesie

PartySlate Insight: Aaron Delesie’s superb technical ability, stemming from his background in advertising and celebrity portraiture, allows him to capture the rich depth, color, and texture of any celebratory setting. Whether photographing a dramatic backdrop or personalized detail, Delesie proves that’s it all in the eye of the beholder.

  • Background in advertising and celebrity portraiture
  • Boutique company with small client roster
  • Illustrious clientele includes celebrities and Fortune 500 companies
Aaron Delesie

Aaron Delesie

Atlanta, GA

Baird & Lim

Bride and groom walking through lush greenery
photographer: Baird & Lim

PartySlate Insight: It’s all in the details, as they say. We love how Sawyer Baird emphasizes the unique details that distinguish a couple’s love and one-of-a-kind style.

  • Timeless and refined approach to brand
  • Photos last the test of time
  • Focus on details to show off personality of couple
Baird & Lim

Baird & Lim

Atlanta, GA

Harwell Photography

Bride and groom on pier staring sun setting over the water
photographer: Harwell Photography

PartySlate Insight: We love the authenticity that Jerry Harwell brings to every photograph. Harwell eschews elaborate Photoshop processing and instead relies on natural lighting and pure technique to create flawless photography.

  • Editorial style
  • Passion for storytelling
  • Beautifully captures emotion
Harwell Photography

Harwell Photography

Atlanta, GA

Jack Parada Photography

Bride and groom posing in front of shark tank
photographer: Jack Parada Photography

PartySlate Insight: With an eye for detail and an energetic personality, Jack Parada is able to capture the vivid moments of any celebration. His work as a portrait photographer means he knows how to emphasize the human emotion and interaction that make a wedding or corporate event unforgettable.

  • Specializes in  headshots and wedding, engagement, and corporate photography
  • Will travel internationally
  • Photo-journalistic style
Jack Parada Photography

Jack Parada Photography

Atlanta, GA

Rebecca Cerasani

Bride dancing with guests
photographer: Rebecca Cerasani

PartySlate Insight: Rebecca Cerasani knows that celebrations are about the people who are celebrating. We love how Rebecca Cerasani captures the emotion and vulnerability between couples, families, and friends on such momentous occasions.

  • “All about the party” philosophy
  • Documents the couple’s unique expression of joy
  • Captures emotion and vulnerability between couples and loved ones
Rebecca Cerasani

Rebecca Cerasani

Atlanta, GA

Reichman Photography

Bride and groom lifted up on chairs during horah
photographer: Reichman Photography

PartySlate Insight: We love how the expert photographers at Reichman Photography switch between various styles of photography to best capture the human connection. With perfect timing and positioning, they know how to effortlessly document the most authentic moments of your celebration.

  • Un-staged, photojournalistic approach
  • Focus on human connection with an eye for detail
  • Builds relationships with clientele throughout planning process
Reichman Photography

Reichman Photography

Atlanta, GA

Sarah Ingram

Black-and-white photo of groom lifting up bride in front of band
photographer: Sarah Ingram

PartySlate Insight: We love a good love story, so it’s no surprise that we adore Sarah Ingram’s focus on narrative and storytelling. Her curated process captures the big picture, as well as the small details that make every celebration a tale worth telling.

  • Regularly photographs weddings throughout the southeast
  • Film photographer
  • Offers calligraphy services
Sarah Ingram

Sarah Ingram

Atlanta, GA

The Decisive Moment Wedding Photojournalism

Bride and groom exiting during rice toss
photographer: The Decisive Moment Wedding Photojournalism

PartySlate Insight: The Decisive Moment relies on teamwork to ensure that everyone from your studio director to photo album designer is an expert in their field. Their style documents the genuine emotions that define a celebration, and we love how their dynamic photographers capture the live moments most worth remembering.

  • Over a decade of experience
  • Personalized service from a team of seasoned photojournalists
  • Studio director creates a custom package, shot list, and wedding timeline
The Decisive Moment Wedding Photojournalism

The Decisive Moment Wedding Photojournalism

Atlanta, GA

Vue Photography

portrait of bride and groom about to kiss
photographer: Vue Photography

PartySlate Insight: We love how founder, Genya O’Neall’s enthusiasm and love for photography is revealed in every photograph. Her energy is contagious, so even reserved couples will find themselves smiling ear-to-ear in her presence.

  • A decade of experience
  • Willing to travel
  • Engaged and enthusiastic
Vue Photography

Vue Photography

Atlanta, GA

Willett Photo

cropped portrait of bride with vibrant bouquet
photographer: Willett Photo

PartySlate Insight: We love how Willett Photography shoots with film to create a luxurious final product. Their photographs have a dreamy, watercolor feel that’s ideal for portraits or weddings. The result is a work of art that you’re bound to cherish for years to come.

  • Husband and wife team
  • Over a decade of experience
  • Background in architectural and film photography
Willett Photo

Willett Photo

Atlanta, GA

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6 Chicago Catering Companies for Your Festive Holiday Party

The season of giving thanks, giving gifts, and giving way to a New Year is fast approaching. What better way to celebrate the holiday season than with delicious food at a family and friends-filled festive gathering? Thanksgiving spreads, Christmas dinners, and passed appetizers on New Year’s Eve are best prepared and served by top caterers. Leave the cuisine creation to the professionals, so you can focus on enjoying the celebrations. We’ve narrowed the list for you — choose one of these five Chicago catering companies for your upcoming holiday party.

*In no particular order…

Boka Catering Group

Chocolate mousse 3 layered desert topped with white marshmallow balls | PartySlate
photographer: Cymmer Photography

For whimsical presentations that taste as good as they look…

  • Flavor-forward, bold culinary profiles
  • Led by Michelin-star Chef Giuseppe Tentori and is part of the award-winning BOKA Restaurant Group
  • Pulls inspiration and resources from the group’s different restaurants, from GT Prime to GT Fish & Oyster
  • Choose from chef stations, buffets, seated dinners, and canapés
Boka Catering Group

Boka Catering Group

Chicago, IL

Catering by Michaels

Caterer holding tray with festive chocolate coated ice cream with fondant snowflake | PartySlate
photographer: Robin Subar Photography

For personalized menu options from a veteran team…

  • Extremely versatile, from innovative Indian cuisine to creative comfort food
  • Offers both full-service and delivery catering options
  • Almost 40 years as a leading caterer in Chicago
  • Only caterer in North America that is both Green Restaurant and Green Seal certified
Catering by Michaels

Catering by Michaels

Chicago, IL

Jewell Events Catering

Wooden dinner table with festive panna cotta dessert atop a gold plate and candy cane colored decoration | PartySlate
photographer: Carasco Photography

For understated elegance at an event of any size…

  • Trend-focused menus that prioritize flavor above all else
  • More than 50 years in the Chicago catering industry
  • Team that prides itself on relationship-building and management of its customers
  • Preferred partner at over 200 Chicago-area venues
Jewell Events Catering

Jewell Events Catering

Chicago, IL

Limelight Catering

Delectable finger food atop innovative glass tray with decorative veggies beneath | PartySlate
photographer: Christy Tyler Photography

For innovative takes on seasonal dishes…

  • Modern and forward-thinking approach to cuisine
  • The first “green” catering company in Chicago
  • Wide range of event catering experience, from cocktail parties to conferences
  • Chef Tony Quartaro has worked at notable Chicago restaurants, like The Bristol and Formento’s
Limelight Catering

Limelight Catering

Chicago, IL

Paramount Events

Strawberry tarts with gold flakes atop festive log platter and leaves and pinecones decorations | PartySlate
photographer: Jeff Schear Visuals

For impressively beautiful and fresh garden-inspired dishes…

  • Creative team of caterers with a passion for food
  • Parent company, Paramount Group, owns three venues: The Lakewood, HighGround, and Spaces at 1756
  • On-site greenhouse in Chicago’s West Loop for the freshest produce
  • Staff of mixologists for innovative custom cocktail programs
Paramount Events

Paramount Events

Chicago, IL

Trucked Up Catering

Food truck serving festive pastries in a snowy winter forest | PartySlate
photo courtesy of Trucked Up Catering

For entertainment and delectable fare in with a fun mobile delivery option…

  • Surprise employees with breakfast or after-lunch treats from a food truck
  • Popular Chicago restaurants represented & can combine buffet and trucks from same establishment
  • Conversation-starting entertainment like glass trucks, sound systems, and lighting
  • Custom company-branding options
Trucked Up Catering

Trucked Up Catering

Chicago, IL

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5 Trendy and Chic West Loop Restaurants for Baby Showers

Foodies, sightseers, shoppers, and more all frequent the buzzing streets of Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood knowing they are guaranteed a good time — and a great meal. “Restaurant Row” running down Randolph is filled with new and trendy eateries, all offering their own unique style and cuisine. This always-going and trendy area offers an exciting atmosphere to celebrate parents-to-be.

We share five West Loop restaurants for baby showers for growing families of all styles. From light and bright atmospheres to private spaces for present-opening and games, and mouthwatering menus, these West Loop restaurants for baby showers are sure to impress expecting parents and their friends and family.

*In no particular order…

Little Goat Diner

Glossy white table and bar stools at Little Goat Diner, a classic diner with a modern twist | PartySlate
photo courtesy of Little Goat Diner

For a dreamy, nostalgia-filled atmosphere…

  • Creative, elevated comfort food
  • Cooking classes available in a private kitchen and outdoor patio event space both available upstairs
  • Modern lighting, chic tiling, retro jukebox, and vinyl booths
  • Stephanie Izard-created menu stacked with shakes, sweets, and impressive savory dishes
  • 2 event spaces available
Little Goat Diner

Little Goat Diner

Chicago, IL

Eden

Baby shower event goers at table filled with colorful food don bright pink flower crowns | PartySlate
photographer: Brittany Bekas Photography

For nature-loving parents-to-be…

  • Earthy, airy, and garden-inspired space
  • New American Mediterranean-inspired menus — for both brunch and dinner — use produce from the restaurant’s greenhouse
  • Whitewashed details and key lime-colored seating
  • On-site mixologists who can create custom mocktails for expecting parents
  • 3 event spaces available
Eden

Eden

Chicago, IL

Bellemore

Elegant restaurant in natural light with cozy booths, low hanging floor lamps and red stools around the bar | PartySlate
photo courtesy of Bellemore

For the elegant expecting parents…

  • Whimsical décor including owl and bird-filled murals, cage-inspired ceiling designs, and colorful, velvet seating
  • Half circle tables and plenty of lounge space available
  • Private parlor space offers views into the energetic kitchen
  • “Artistic American” cuisine incorporating French techniques
  • 2 event spaces available
Bellemore

Bellemore

Chicago, IL

The Dawson

Wooden tables and chairs at patio space embellished with vibrant vines | PartySlate
photographer: Ed & Aileen Photography

For an indoor/outdoor baby shower…

  • Building originally constructed in 1888, re-imagined in 2013
  • Incredible patio space full of greenery and string lights
  • The Foundry space features a private bar and a covered outdoor terrace and seating area providing protection from the elements
  • 5 event spaces available
The Dawson

The Dawson

Chicago, IL

Bar Siena

Casual restaurant with dangling lights, dark hardwood floors and barn-like ceiling | PartySlate
photo courtesy of Bar Siena

For a trendy and laidback celebration…

  • Casual but hip atmosphere with spacious open-booth seating
  • Easy to share dishes including tasty pizzas and pastas — plus, a truffle tasting menu
  • Second-floor Treehouse space features a giant metal tree structure sparkling with thousands of lights
  • 4 event spaces available
Bar Siena

Bar Siena

Chicago, IL

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