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    Food was incredibly important to us, and we wanted our catering search to be stress-free, so we contacted Fundamental from our venue's (SmogShoppe) recommended vendor list. From the moment we connected with Fundamental, Cindy made us feel confident we could have a fantastic meal within our budget. The tasting experience was particularly special--personal, delicious, and our favorite part of our planning process. We kept it simple with three passed appetizers for cocktail hour and a family-style dinner, but the food was anything but simple! Guests raved to us all night that it was the best wedding food they'd ever had--and we couldn't agree more! Choosing a favorite dish is nearly impossible, but the fried chicken sliders, ahi tuna tacos, garlic basil sea bass, and wild mushroom pasta were definite standouts. For dessert, we initially planned to have pies from a local shop to add a personal touch, but with limited fridge space, we opted for Fundamental's dessert bar. We're so glad we did--everything was handled seamlessly, and the desserts were a huge hit. They also managed the bartending, including high-quality margaritas and Old Fashioneds that perfectly complemented the evening. All the food and drinks were exceptional, far beyond traditional wedding fare. I highly recommend Fundamental for all your catering needs!

    Dinner: Flat Iron Steak, Roast Chicken in lemon caper sauce, roasted Yukon potatoes, fall butternut squash pumpkin seed salad
    Gina G.

    Fundamental catered for my wedding on September 2 and we absolutely made the best choice by selecting them. The food was INCREDIBLE, we received so many compliments and the staff was wonderful. I spent the last year or so working with Lauren to build a menu, taste the food, and coordinate the details of our wedding day. The professionalism and execution of Fundamental was a DREAM and the food was even better. Highly recommend.

    Ben S.

    Fundamental feels like one of the few catering services left that are 1) honest 2) collaborative and 3) serve freaking delicious food! Planning / Pre-Event 1) Lauren is such a joy to work with - she's prompt and easy to work with 2) The team fully customized a menu based on my wife and I's ethnic background and our interest - a bit of a tall task for them to roll in Chinese, Filipino, American BBQ, etc, but the team rolled out an amazing menu 3) Fundamental also does full service catering - everything we needed was able to be provided by the team! Day Of 1) Team was self-managed and needed zero support from us - they set up, served food, and cleaned up all by themselves 2) Food was delicious - serving staff was extremely friendly (one saw that my wife and I were super busy and bogged down by guests but came up and served us some appetizers :) Post-Event 1) Finances were very clear - direct deposit, no surprise charges, and the team followed up with a gift which was very thoughtful. Thank you Lauren, Cynthia, and Justin for the most amazing wedding!

    Tiramisu---most popular dessert with our wedding guests

    From start to finish, working with Fundamental for our June 2024 wedding was a breeze. Lauren, Jessica, and team were incredibly professional and helpful from the moment we placed an inquiry, and throughout the entire process. It's their warmth and sincere interest that made our event a success. Picking from their extensive menu was difficult because everything looked and sounded so delicious! The items we selected were all flavorful and hit different parts of our palates during our tasting. We knew our guests from many backgrounds would enjoy the selections. It's a cliche that wedding food is usually ehh, but come wedding night, our guests all raved about how tasty everything was :) The gem lettuces salad, the spicy fusili pasta, garlic potatoes, roast chicken--yum, yum, and yum! When we had questions or encountered small hiccups, they were super fast to respond and work out what was needed. We changed the menu here and there---added a carving station for the NY strip loin and sushi to our cocktail hour, which they had a fabulous sushi company partner come in and amaze our guests. The Fundamental team displayed such flexibility and were easy to work with. Wedding day, their staff was honestly the BEST. We felt taken care of and loved because they genuinely cared about us and our guests. From the flavors to the thoughtful presentation of the food and the hardworking Fundamental staff, our beautiful wedding was made possible because of them. Like they told us in their farewell email, it is truly bittersweet because the working relationship is over (for now but I hope one of our friends/family members books them for their next event) and they were just so helpful and made what could've been a stressful process so easy and honestly kinda fun. Thank you again for carrying out our vision!

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    If you are looking for authentic Korean food that tastes exactly like the home-cooked meals at a…read morefamily party, you have to try Nak Won Catering. As a Korean, I can tell you this is the real deal--it's so freaking delicious and exactly the type of food I grew up with. A few things to know before you order: No Storefront: This is a catering-only business, so there is no physical restaurant to visit. You just call them to place your order. The Right Number: Make sure you call the correct number! Their main lines are (323) 466-3737 or (323) 799-7909. Customizable Menus: While they have menu photos online that act as a guide, you can pick and choose exactly what you want. We ordered the Kalbi Jjim, various veggies, pancakes, and kimchi, and every single dish was a hit. Massive Portions: They are incredibly generous! We ordered for 10 people, but they gave us enough food to feed 40. You definitely get your money's worth. Easy Pickup: The process is super smooth. You just pull up to the street on Beverly Blvd, and they will load everything directly into your car for you. Pro Tip: Ask about getting a discount ;) Also when you arrive to pick up, give them a 15 minute window to assemble your order. They have a delivery option too. I will definitely be using them again for my next event!

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    If you're looking for an amazing taco bar and service look no further than Ask 4 Tacos Catering…read more The owner, Junior, is friendly and professional. He responds quickly and the booking process is seamless. This time around our server was Jorge. He arrived early and set up all the food and equipment in an orderly and beautiful fashion. He was kind to all our guests and greeted each one with a smile and warm hospitality. Somehow, he made us feel at home in our own home. We'd be honored to have come back. And let me not forget to mention, the food was 10 out of 10! Slam dunk! Touchdown! The food was well seasoned and prepared with care and love. All our guests had seconds and even took food home. They were all very happy and eagerly shared how delighted they were with the food quality. Thank you, Ask 4 Tacos Catering for helping us celebrate all the beautiful ladies for Mother's Day!!

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    This review is long overdue! We had Hungry Bear cater our wedding this year and they absolutely…read morecrushed it!! We had so many guests come up to us during and after the wedding (even months later) saying the food was the best they've ever had at a wedding. Everything from the passed apps to the mains, desserts, and late night food was amazing. Food is a huge priority for us, and we wanted to make damn sure that our wedding food delivered, especially since so many of our friends and family know us as major foodies. We loved Hungry Bear's asian-fusion menu and even the salad was unreal (and I'm not a salad girl...get the Little Gem Salad y'all - it's both beautiful and delicious). We had opted for family style and had hangar steak and miso black cod for the mains (but seriously, you cannot go wrong with any of their choices) and a late night pho station. I'm salivating just reminiscing about the food. The drinks were just as good (feel free to reach out to the team with your favorite flavors/ spirit to brainstorm drink ideas or even give them a specific recipe). I opted for a yuzu gin cocktail as my signature drink, which was delightfully refreshing and very well made. On top of that, the service was next-level. The waiters and bartenders were all very kind, funny, and professional. The team made sure my husband and I were constantly taken care of--full water glasses, plates of food, cocktails, everything. One of my best friend has celiac disease, and a staff member came up and told her she was personally "in charge of her" for the night. She was blown away. I was blown away -- especially since we had our wedding at a "bring your everything" venue where everything was brought in to build a "kitchen" - Hungry Bear made sure that food safety/ cross-contamination was a non-issue. Amazing food, amazing drinks, and genuinely kind, fun, and professional servers and bartenders. Jennie, TJ, and the Hungry Bear team truly go above and beyond. We're already asking ourselves when we can have Hungry Bear cater our next event. Look no further and book your tasting today (trust me, and good luck narrowing down the tasting selections)! Highly, highly recommend.

    Madeleine was so kind and helpful through the whole planning process. On the day of our company…read moreholiday party, they showed up right on time and ready to go. The food was amazing!!!! I'm not exaggerating - 10/10. We got so much positive feedback from our guests about how good everything was. The servers and chefs were all really friendly and knew what they were doing. Their menu has so many options to choose from, which I loved. We went with 6 tray-passed appetizers and honestly, every single one was delicious. I'll definitely be using them again for future events. Can't recommend Hungry Bear enough!

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    We had the most lovely experience for a Dohl birthday gathering! Perfect fusion menu with authentic…read moreKorean flavors. We wanted to go with the bossam (pics look so good) but our event was held after lunchtime/light bites so we opted for the taco bar, which was also amazing. Nonstop compliments from friends and family regarding the food. Presentation was just lovely too. Hard to accomplish great taste, price, authenticity, AND presentation but Chubby Fingers rocked it all. Other items ordered that I didn't get good photos of (all was v delicious): - Yuzu tomato salad (so refreshing, wish I could make this at home) - Gochujang glazed veggies - Elote - Japchae P.S. I'm just remembering how wonderful the tacos were, especially the tortilla. Corn and soft, this is NOT your typical grocery store purchase. I think they source it from a legit Latina market. That's what I mean by authenticity. For all our dishes, they got both Korean and Mexican cuisines right. Chubby Fingers brings the real deal.

    Best decision for our Reception/Baby Shower! (Incredible value & taste)…read more Chubby Fingers catered our event and it was absolutely wonderful! OMG... as I'm writing this, I'm still craving the food we had that day from Chubby Fingers! After doing multiple tastings with other caterers, we chose them for their generous portions and amazing value at a very competitive price point. Why we chose them: Before choosing them, we actually met with several other caterers and even did tastings to compare our options. What really stood out about Chubby Fingers was how generous and abundant their offerings were at a very similar price point. The value honestly surprised us in the best way. The Experience (Catering Drop-off): We ended up doing a catering drop-off, and even with that setup, you could truly feel the care and thought they put into everything. The presentation was beautiful and everything was packed so nicely -- it still felt very special and intentional. The Food (The highlight of our day!): On the day of the event, the food completely exceeded our expectations. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Our guests kept complimenting the food throughout the event, and several people even came up to ask where we found the caterer because they wanted the information for their own events. Our Menu Highlights: 1. Chubs Bossam: Slow-roasted caramelized pork shoulder with ssam bar (perilla leaves, lettuce, and samjang). Absolute hit! 2. Japchae: Korean sweet potato glass noodles with mushrooms and vegetables. 3. Gochujang Glazed Veggies: Roasted market vegetables with a subtle, delicious gochujang glaze. 4.Yuzu Tomato Salad: Heirloom tomatoes with greens and a refreshing yuzu vinaigrette (so fresh!). and the White Rice was included! The team was professional, responsive, and genuinely cared about making our day special. I'm so sad I didn't take more photos, I was so busy hosting and enjoying the event, but the presentation in person looked even better than the photos!) If you're planning an event, do yourself a favor and book Chubby Fingers--you won't regret it! I truly can't recommend them enough if you want to impress your guests!

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