We just finished celebrating Easter brunch/Dinner today on a Saturday. We are first timers with…read moreTraditions, but I must say our family was extremely impressed from start to finish! We ordered takeaway Easter brunch that needed to be pre-heated before serving. We had a choice of shrimp and grits or salmon but since we had a larger order we were able to do half and half and have the best of both worlds. Ordering and paying ahead before the deadline online was simple! If you have questions prior to ordering just call. We had certain requests and were informed over the phone it was feasible but to type it in under the special instructions box when ordering. Everything was delivered as ordered and promised! No issues at all! Once we arrived we just called and the gentleman came out promptly to our car with a cart and our Easter brunch neatly and carefully packaged in sturdy brown handled paper bags. The kind gentleman showed us the reheating instructions and explained to us briefly the timing. He took care to inform us which bag to keep horizontal so it would not spill. It was stapled shut and handed to us in the horizontal position as well. Hence to avoid confusion and prevent disastrous spillage. This was greatly appreciated! The food was neatly and carefully packaged with each aluminum sturdy container marked with its contents. Once again very smart and greatly appreciated! We just had to pop in the entire container in the oven. No fuss, no muss. Most items ranged from 10-12 minutes to re-heat some 15-20 minutes. The quality and quantity of food did not disappoint!! Pricing is definitely not cheap but the amount and quality of food is without a doubt worth every penny!! Even better was that none of us had to cook! Win win!! EVERYTHING was delicious! But the real stars were the grand marnier bread pudding, which not everyone can get bread pudding right, but this was heaven on earth for sure! The salmon was cooked perfectly. It was flavorful and a good size. The shrimp and andouille sausage shrimp and grits were hearty and delightful! Crab cakes with aioli.. slap me happy with seafood -very good! The food list goes on and on.. and I'm not complaining! The mushroom quiche with goat cheese was another big hit along with the breakfast foods of honey baked ham with pineapples and pecan and applewood bacon. We are soo full we haven't even tried the coconut pie! Thank you,Traditions, for helping to make our Easter a pleasant one with our bellies full and content. Feeling very blessed! Thank you, Jesus, and Amen!! P.S. Thank you Shawn Hoffman for calling us back to answer our questions!

My family hired Traditions to cater their business's company Christmas party at Chesapeake Golf…read moreClub that was last week. Everything was beautifully decorated. There were Christmas trees, Christmas lights strung, and the tables were gorgeous with green and red linens and white chinaware. Along the wall was a beautiful display of hors d'oeuves like artichoke and spinach dip with crackers and pita points, cheese, and fruit. The dip was delicious! They had coffee, lemonade, tea for drink. The servers gave out the salad. It was lovely display of greens with cucumber and tomato. On the table were the boats of ranch or Italian vinaigrette. This also was delicious. On the far back wall was where they had the buffet style dinner. They had roasted potatoes, rice pilaf, and asparagus for the sides. The potatoes and asparagus were perfectly seasoned and cooked. I didn't feel the same for the rice. It was completely tasteless and left me disappointed. The main entrees were roasted sirloin with horseradish sauce and a pepper crusted salmon with mango cilantro. The sirloin was not really hot and also not seasoned well enough. The sauce was delicious though. The salmon was picturesque. It looked like it was out of a cooking magazine, and I wanted to love this so much buuuut my salmon was just a tad undercooked. I want to make this clear: everyone I talked to enjoyed their meal. I had someone tell me their salmon was over cooked. I had another loved their roast. And another dislike it as much as I did. There was a complete mix of opinion when it came to their food. Maybe it was just the menu selection that was chosen. Anyway, this place was great! I'd definitely come back again. The servers were great, the decor was lovely. Come check them out!

As the bride and groom, we wanted to create a truly unforgettable environment for our big day as…read morewe've been told it goes by in the blink of an eye! We were fortunate enough to receive a recommendation from our wedding venue, Norfolk Botanical Gardens, for an incredibly talented catering team, East Beach Catering, who exceeded our every expectation! We interacted with a few different team members from the East Beach Catering, and what struck us most about their team was their ability to capture, transform and bring to life the ideas we had for the vision of our wedding palette without missing a beat. Their attention to detail and artistic eye brought out the smallest, most tender moments that may have otherwise been overlooked. We received so many compliments about the quality of food and service provided by the East Beach Catering team! It's 52 days later and our guests haven't stopped raving about the delicious food they received! Chelsea and her team are not only masters in creation, but they are also true professionals. They arrived on time, maintained a friendly and approachable demeanor, and made every small detail look perfect. The level of communication provided by the East Beach Catering team is impeccable as they were always willing to answer a text, email or call whenever we had a question, so we knew we were in good hands the day of the wedding. They even went above and beyond to assist us in providing a full alcohol shopping list (even when we chose not to use their bar services to save money). They were also true champions to set up (and move from one location to another in between events) many different catering options throughout an outdoor wedding, on July 12th, in Virginia! During our tasting, the East Beach Catering team provided many different ideas and suggestions to make sure we could bring our vision to life in the best and most efficient way possible while staying within budget. They were always willing to take feedback (without taking it to heart) during the tasting and were more concerned with making everything 100% perfect for our big day. They asked an abundance of great questions throughout the process to get a feel for what were our absolute "must haves" and even suggested some things we hadn't thought of. They took great caution to note allergies and food preferences for guests and even ran some of our favorite cocktail hour hors d'oeuvres to us while we were in a separate location working on getting additional bride and groom portraits. Working with Chelsea and her team has been an absolute pleasure from first contact until the end of the wedding day. Their exceptional talent, professionalism, and dedication to their craft makes them a stand out choice in the world of wedding catering! We wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking extraordinary tasty wedding sweets! - The Canavoses

East Beach Catering was there with my husband and I on one of the most important days of our…read morelife...our wedding day! I started communicating with Cathy (the kindhearted and fearless leader of the entire operation) via phone calls and e-mails and felt that we would be a great fit together. My husband is in the military and we tried to work out a taste test session that could include him, but it just wasn't going to happen. She was so understanding that he couldn't be there and was fine with me bringing my friend in his place! The tasting really sealed the deal and made me even more excited for the big day than I already was! The food was delicious, the presentation was beautiful (which was very important to me), and the customer service was top tier! It was an all-around fabulous experience leading up to the big day. On our wedding day we were so thrilled to see it all come together and it exceeded our expectations in every way! We are about a month into our marriage and we still have guests contacting us telling us how delicious the food was...the appetizers during the cocktail hour were a HUGE HIT!! My husband got to try everything for the first time just as the guests did and he was extremely satisfied and is still talking about how tasty and perfect everything was! We highly recommend East Beach for any event that you might have! Delicious and gorgeous food, the perfect bar set up (very important to us!), and an extremely patient and hardworking staff...what more could one ask for?! Thank you so much to Cathy and the entire East Beach Catering team!!

Simply fantastic, and my #1 catering recco in Hampton Roads!…read more No one could ever tell this fabulous menu was all prepared offsite at this Museum wedding venue that has no real kitchen facilities onsite. I wish I would have gotten more photos, especially of the passed hors d'ouevres! Stunning presentation, not to mention quality. Highly recommend the fig/apple/brie crostini and empanadas, both of which I had feared would be soggy or chewy for service, but were not!! 5 stars for all bar and wait staff too! So attentive without being overbearing. Book Chefs By Design for your next event if any size, especially for the more distinguished palate and expectations for excellence!!

I initially wrote a negative review but decided to cancel it after meeting with the owner, although…read moreno resolution was reached. I'm the mother of the groom, and our son got married in June. During the tasting prior to the wedding, the food was incredible--perfect portions, beautiful presentation, and delicious flavors--so we felt confident hiring them to cater our 142 guests. But let me tell you, the actual event was a complete disaster. The food presentation looked like a cheap buffet, far from the elegance we were promised. The appetizers served during the reception were tiny, barely a bite, and the wedding cake, which was supposed to be beautifully decorated, was completely plain with no decorations at all. Worse yet, the food was cold and tasteless, limited portions, and they didn't even have enough to feed all our guests. We were devastated, and it completely overshadowed what should have been a joyous celebration. Despite gladly taking our money, they failed to stand behind the agreement. We were left incredibly disappointed, and it's an experience we'll never forget--but not for the right reasons. Shame - on - You!!!!

Chef Mark cooked our private dinner in OBX during our recent vacation and it was nothing short of…read morephenomenal. Chef Mark was very personable and efficient, and each dish he served was AMAZING. Highly recommend booking their services! Thank you!!

The six-course meal he prepared was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish was…read morecrafted with precision, and you could taste the care and quality in each bite. He tailored the menu perfectly to our tastes, and everything--from the appetizers to the dessert--was simply delicious. What made the experience even better was how wonderful he was with our two young sons. While we enjoyed our gourmet meal, Chef Ramsey made them mac and cheese, chicken fingers, and a mixed fresh fruit plate. The boys absolutely loved their meals, and Chef Ramsey handled their curiosity and questions like a pro. He wasn't the least bit bothered by their excitement and happily engaged with them while he cooked. It made the evening so much more relaxing for us as parents. On top of his culinary skills, Chef Ramsey's personality was warm, professional, and friendly. He left the kitchen in pristine condition--better than it was when he arrived. It was truly an extraordinary experience that brought the joy of dining at a fine restaurant into the comfort of our home. We're so glad we opted for this experience to celebrate our anniversary. It's something we'll always remember, and we can't recommend Chef Ramsey enough!

We had the opportunity to use this catering service for a recent family/ birthday event. Ms…read more Shantau, owner/caterer was very attentive to our needs and her desire to provide a quality event was very apparent. The service and the food was beyond our expectations. We sampled her chicken, jambalaya, Mac & cheese and a last minute order of fried fish. The food was delicious and the servings were generous. Highly recommend Shantau for your special event!!

Wow! Amazing! I was planning a graduation party for my daughters from Texas. Shantau, the owner and…read morechef, was amazing! She kept great communication throughout the entire process. Her and her staff were timely, friendly, and professional. The food was so delicious and plentiful. The desserts were beautifully displayed and delicious. Not only was her staff attentive to me, as the hostess, but to all my guests. They anticipated mine and my guests needs. I would recommend them for any event, whether personal, business, large or small.

Executive Beverage was phenomenal and was the key to the success of our holiday open house. The…read moreteam was prompt, professional, friendly and lots of fun! Our guests loved the beverages they made and loved the team. It is the only stress-free way to plan for a party. They brought the mixers, set up the bar, made sure that all of our guests received five-star service and cleaned up after. All we had to do was provide the alcohol! Definitely the best bar tending service in the state of Virginia!

With little (~2 weeks) notice and a 30 minute phone call Executive Beverage provided FABULOUS…read moreservice at our Christmas Party/Open House. They brought the awesome bar made of barrels and two barrels to use as high tops as well, had multiple holiday inspired specialty drinks to choose from and provided all that was needed for an evening full of drinks (we provided the alcohol). They were professional, kind and efficient. If you are planing any gathering I would highly suggest you give Executive Beverage a call.

I have personally known this lady since we were little. She's an up and coming chef that needs more…read moreexposure! Her food is definitely worth ordering in advanced! She also does private events for catering! She has worked so hard to get to where she is right now and I'm a proud supporter of small business owners including hers! She specializes in a variety of cuisine but these are just a few small samples of what she has to offer. I ordered a tray for dinner which had pot roast, garlic mashed potatoes, and baked Mac n cheese. I also ordered Buffalo egg rolls to complete my meal as well. The pot roast had enough seasoning in every bite and the meat was very tender! The baked mac n cheese was still creamy. I've had a couple of overcooked and undercooked macaronis before but hers were very on point. Cheesy and creamy in every bite! The garlic mashed potatoes were amazing too. The flavoring was just right and the garlic wasn't overpowering! The Buffalo egg rolls were very delicious! It had chicken and spice in every bite! It wasn't too spicy either. Did I mention how humongous these rolls were?! I also ordered at a different day as well. I was craving some tacos and elotes on a Tuesday and I was lucky enough to order some fried beef & chicken tacos. These tacos are definitely in competition with birria tacos. Just like her egg rolls, there were chicken and beef in every bite of those tacos! The tacos also had a salad in each tray and they were very light and refreshing. The salad wasn't hot or wilted from the tacos. The tacos ended up maintaining their texture and did not end up being soggy. The elotes were definitely something else! If you haven't had elotes before, it's a good one to try with her! The kernels on the corn weren't hard! The amount of flavor on the corn was amazing! I remember eating the corn first before the tacos because they were just that good! I normally eat the elotes last but I just couldn't put the elote down! The seasoning with her elotes alone are worth ordering in advanced to just pick up one elote! She needs to be discovered and have a food truck of her own or be sponsored to cook at a venue! Definitely will be recommending to all friends and family members in the Hampton roads looking to support small business owners! Don't sleep on her cooking!

this woman definitely knows her way around a kitchen. i have ordered multiple times and i have…read morenever been disappointed

I work with this catering company on a weekly basis. Their food is absolutely amazing and their…read morecustomer service is perfect! I have been lucky enough to go to some their larger jobs where they serve over 250 people down to a 15 person job that we have on a weekly basis thank you so much for supporting our team and we love working with you.