Ceanna at JHE turned the stressful prospect of bringing off a big party into a very fun event we're still getting compliments about. I was amazed how many times I heard her say "Don't worry about that; we'll take care of it." We had never used an event planner before, being strictly DIY people. After this experience I'd not do a big event without them. Five stars! read more

Look no further for the ultimate celebratory event planners! Just hosted a dinner dance for a very sophisticated crowd with high expectations. Everyone commented on the absolute seamlessness of everything, The staff were uniformly professional, gracious, and made sure that things flowed as if we had access to a conveyor belt of yummy food. The gorgeous colors in the table settings and the spectacular floral arrangements really set the mood from the beginning. I think that as we resume having parties, it's even more important that the event exceeds expectations. Jane Hammond and her team always deliver. read more

If I could give Jane Hammond Events 6 stars, I would! As someone who has to plan big corporate events, I feel very fortunate to have Amy Trapp and the entire Jane Hammond Events team behind me. They are amazing executors and can essentially bring anything you want to life. I've worked with Amy for two years in a row, the first party with 350 guests and the most recent party with 800 guests. Both events, different in scale and theme, were executed so well by the team and had rave reviews from the guests. The quality of their food is off the CHARTS and is always a highlight for the guests. The amazing food makes me want to hire them for my events year after year but the level of service, creativity, kindness, attention to detail, and execution seals the deal. If you have any hesitation about booking them for your next event, don't. So many thanks to Jane Hammond Events for always going above and beyond and making my job less stressful. ;) read more

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Wow, where do I begin? From the moment I inquired about their services, Jane and her team were so easy to work with! We got to take a sneak peek of their work at an actual wedding and my now-husband and I were sold. Their level of professionalism and service were top notch and could not wait for them to work on our wedding. Jane was so kind and knew that she and her team would do an amazing job... and they did! Olivia Rick was our planner and she was absolutely phenomenal! She was responsive to all of our inquiries and emails and our wedding day was absolutely perfect. I'm sure there were a lot of details that needed to be done, but everything was taken care of and we were able to enjoy our day. The food was incredible and I continue to get feedback about the food 2 months after the wedding! Thank you, Jane, Olivia and the entire JHE team! Look no further and hire them! read more

There aren't words to describe how amazing Jane Hammond's team is! If you're on the fence, take it from an internet stranger - go with the JHE team if you can. My husband and I feel so fortunate to have been able to collaborate with the JHE team to create a wedding experience beyond our dreams. For context, we held a ~150 guest wedding at the Asian Art Museum this past June 2022, and we started working with the JHE team around September 2021. I firmly reiterate all the previous positive reviews and will try to highlight some things specific to our experience: Naomi was our main point-of-contact and we feel like we hit the wedding jackpot with her. She is super organized, very responsive/communicative, and most importantly, incredibly kind. For us, it was important that we worked with someone who wouldn't hesitate to give us their opinion when asked: after all, it's our first time planning a big event. Naomi was unflappable throughout the process and provided insightful input from her deep industry experience whenever asked. The entire JHE team never made us feel like any idea was too out-there or absurd, and they helped guide us to create an unforgettable day with enthusiasm and respect. Particularly in the last few weeks when we had last-minute changes, Naomi made us feel great and went way above & beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. You truly get what you pay for with the JHE team. They are worth every single penny. There are so many things that we never worried about because Naomi & crew took care of it without us having to spare a thought. These details by Naomi and James truly set the wedding ambience. How amazing does it feel to show up on your own wedding day and marvel at spectacular details that you never even had to lift a finger about? (To be clear, whenever we cared about a detail, Naomi did everything to make that vision come alive. There were just a lot of things we didn't want to worry about, and she made sure that we didn't.) Here are some things we heard from our guests directly: 1. Cocktail hour was amazing because servers were constantly streaming by with delicious and warm food. 2. All staff were amazingly kind and welcoming. (This really helped set the tone of the wedding!) 3. Food was delicious. A lot of our guests had a specific dish they could recall as their favorite! One more note about the food - we wanted Taiwanese popcorn chicken as a late night snack. When we tried it during our sample meeting, it was pretty good but didn't taste exactly right, so we made a couple comments about what might need to be changed and mentioned our favorite popcorn chicken spots. I'm not sure what Chef Jason ended up doing, but when the popcorn chicken came out on the wedding night, it was AMAZING! Multiple friends asked us which boba shop supplied the popcorn chicken - and if you're familiar with popcorn chicken, you'll know how high that praise is. So even if you're trying to incorporate a cuisine that you don't see represented on their sample menus, I can vouch that they will do everything they can to make it perfect. I feel like I can be a pretty critical person, but I could rave about the JHE team for ages. There was nothing negative about our experience - truly. Thank you again to Naomi, Jane, James, and team! read more

I found Jane Hammond Events on yelp and decided to hire them for the company event I was planning on August 15th and I am soooo glad I went with this amazing company! There's a reason they have 5 stars on yelp, believe it! Communication with Naomi and her team was so easy. They responded right away. Addressed any requests from our CEO, accepted suggestions made for the BBQ and delivered such an amazing event! They helped coordinate the event and we bounced ideas off each other. I felt very confident the event would go smoothly and successfully and it did! My coworkers raved about how amazing the event went, how friendly the staff was, and how much they enjoyed the food, appetizers, desserts, and drinks. The day of, Naomi and team arrived early to set up and everything was ready by the time the event started. Everyone was extremely friendly and professional, I got along with all of them :) James and a couple of other staff members helped me break down the tents and chairs I had brought and put up, that was very kind of them :) Do not hesitate in hiring this company!! Highly recommended! I will be working with them again in the future for all of our big company events! Thanks so much JH Events!! read more

My husband and I recently attended a party planned by JH Events, and it was great. The food was delicious, the drinks were on point, and most importantly the staff were just lovely, down to one of them seeking me out with a tray of appetizers because her colleague knew I wanted to try the ricotta-stuffed squash blossoms. Thank you, Jane and team :) read more

There truly are no words that can express my gratitude, appreciation and love for the entire Jane Hammond Events Team for creating the most incredible night of our lives. My husband and I, and our family, and our friends, and our wedding party, and our guests (and probably guests dogs cousins) have been raving about flawlessness of our wedding; all thanks to Naomi and the JHE team. I've said it before and I'll say it again - THIS IS THE DREAM TEAM FOR ANY EVENT PLANNING, especially weddings, I have nothing but AMAZING things to say about how they created an event that exceeded all of our wildest dreams for our special day. My husband and I were moving across the country for the year leading up to our wedding, and because of this big move we decided to book a planner 12+ months from our date. With living on the other side of the country during our wedding planning process, we knew we needed a team to help us. Jane Hammond and her Sr. Event Manager; Naomi agreed to meet with us to discuss our vision, our timeline and their availability. Despite their busy calendars with more pressing events, they were welcoming to us and our wedding that was more than a year out! My husband and I were already so impressed by their responsiveness and client-first attitude before the meeting that the in-person consultation felt more like a formality and we were thrilled to be working with them! Naomi was completely on top of everything for the rest of the planning process. She understood our vision from the start, even though some of our ideas were unique to us; a surprise Chambong toast. We wanted a modern, classic, tropical inspired wedding in the heart of San Francisco, and Naomi shared recommendations for additional vendors (DJ, Lighting, Florals, etc) and we booked all of them! Naomi took care of all the details of planning, including handling almost all communication with our venue and the vendors we had booked. That left only the fun part of planning to us! We worked with her to decide on food and decor, and she completely insulated us from the difficult chore of logistics. She also worked around our schedules to make everything as convenient for us as possible, even meeting with us during busy holiday times when we were in town visiting with family. We ended up having a great time planning our wedding, and with Naomi keeping us on track, we managed to get through the whole process without feeling stressed or panicky! It goes without saying that both our wedding day and rehearsal went perfectly; keep in mind we had 9 bridesmaids, 9 groomsman, 4 ushers and our immediate families on hand! By the time we arrived at our venue for the rehearsal, all the details were coordinated, and there were no tasks left for us or our wedding party to do. Naomi arrived early to coordinate the set up, after having received and personally driven our signage, surprise favors, and even coordinated a custom neon sign to be hung on a custom backdrop for our photobooth! If any issues came up the week leading to our Wedding or on the day, we didn't hear about it. Whenever I saw her she seemed to be busy but calm, in complete control and with a smile for everyone she passed. Our parents adored her, and kept talking about what a great energy she brought to our wedding! I can't recommend Naomi and The Jane Hammond Events Team highly enough. Hopefully this long review conveys just a small part of how much my husband and I appreciated the entire team being there for us during the months leading up to our wedding. We really couldn't have done it without Jane and Naomi, and if we ever need to plan any kind of event again, we'll definitely be calling Jane Hammond Events! Thank you again to the ENTIRE Jane Hammond Events Team for making the best day of our lives more incredible than we ever could have imagined or hoped! read more

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My (now) husband and I could not have been more thrilled and lucky to get to work with Jane and team when planning our wedding. Looking back, the 3 year (!) planning cycle was nothing short of dramatic ... a venue that cancelled on us with 7 months to go, followed quickly by covid delays and then ultimate cancellation, a new date, downsizing and yet another change of venue. The team stayed unwavering and strong in their support of us. Adapting to all the changing circumstances and providing endless supportive advice. Ceanna has become a true friend and confidant through the process and we would not have gotten our dream day if it wasn't for this unbreakable team. Our day was perfectly executed, better than my vision of how it could have been. . . My only regret, not getting to eat and enjoy the wonderful catering they provide!! Luckily that means we just have to have many more parties and events with this incredible crew. Thank you Jane Hammond Events for giving us these memories! We love you guys!! read more

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I just have to add another five-star review to the pile. Jane Hammond Events catered a wedding reception we attended earlier this month. We were served a selection of passed appetizers (beef sliders, pork quesadillas, shrimp, and goat cheese tarts) and also had free reign over a few food stations piled high with meats, cheeses, veggies (including brussels sprouts!), and desserts. The food was fantastic, the service impeccable, and I am trying to come up with an event that warrants hiring a caterer so I can eat more of those delightful beef sliders. read more

We hired Jane Hammond Events for our September wedding reception at the Golden Gate Club (San Francisco Presidio). Aside from catering the food, JHE helped us plan almost every detail of the reception. JHE set up the venue, arranged for various rentals (furniture and linens), arranged for lighting and candles, and coordinated with third party vendors for the day-of. They even set up the table cards and escort cards that we made ourselves. All we had to worry about the day of the wedding was showing up!!! Jane's entire team (Jane, Amy, Sian, Naomi) was enthusiastic and creative. They all seem to genuinely love what they do -- and it shows not only in their attitudes but in the final product! We have been fortunate to attend several events catered by JHE, so we had no doubt that the food would be wonderful -- creative, fresh, and tasty! JHE worked with us to create a personalized menu, including appetizers of deep fried artichoke hearts, ceviche, duck breast on brioche, and little pizzas (with gourmet ingredients, of course!). They prepared a wonderfully fall-appropriate heirloom tomato salad as a starter and unique filet mignon and salmon main course dishes. The vegetarian main course dish was ratatouille, which tempted many non-vegetarians. They also provided a fruit and cheese plate for after dinner, mini cupcakes for favors (which the guests still talk about), and a late night snack of french fries. We were able to control the cost, quality, and type of drinks, as JHE allowed us to bring our own alcohol. JHE also made helpful recommendations for other types of vendors. We ended up using their recommendations for our reception venue, photographer, and florist -- all of which were great picks! The reception night ended with a 'to go" food box so we could continue munching on their yummy food in the privacy of our hotel room. Jane and her team were just wonderful. We worked a great deal with Naomi, who is not only one of the sweetest people you will ever meet, but she has great attention to detail and great communication via email and phone (very responsive to our concerns). Naomi (and Jane) lent her expertise as we brainstormed various ideas for the reception. Naomi took total control of the vendors and the wedding time line the day of the reception, so we could relax and enjoy our reception, rather than monitor our watches and micromanage every little detail. Naomi worked with all of the vendors to ensure that the night went smoothly. Over three months later, our guests are still saying it is one of the best receptions they have ever been to! read more

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We were very lucky to have worked with Jane Hammond and her staff. They were patient, diligent and attentive throughout the whole process. They also made recommendations to a few partnered vendors who worked out perfectly. Naomi, our coordinator, is a superstar with her professionalism and expertise. She came up with things that we would have missed and made our lives easier. We had great confidence in her and the rest of the JHE team. We trusted them that their food was great, so we did not opt for a tasting beforehand. Typically, wedding food is not something that most guests look forward to but JHE exceeded my expectations. They worked with us to develop a custom menu and the execution was flawless. I work in the food industry and can say that I am a very discerning critic, but JHE passed with flying colors. Their quote was fair and the level of service was extraordinary. On the biggest day of our lives, we don't think we could have trusted anyone else! read more

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My wife and I hired Jane and her amazing team for our wedding at the Asian Art Museum on May 22nd. Right from the beginning Jane was AMAZING. One reference we talked to about her said that she is truly a "Mary Poppins" in the way she magically makes everything happen perfectly and this turned out to be right on. For the entire 5 or 6 months that we were planning our wedding with her Jane and her assistant, Naomi, were incredible attentive. They would respond in minutes to emails and phone calls even on weekends and in the evening. They worked with our budget and were willing to be as flexible as we needed them to be. Jane recommended a florist and a cake baker, both of whom were outstanding. She helped us organize everything and kept us sane throughout the entire planning process. The food was out of this world. I am not exaggerating at all. Our guests, even the most picky eaters, kept saying again and again that it was the best wedding food they have ever had. We could not have been happier with our wedding, and in many ways it is thanks to Jane. If there were more than five stars available, she, Naomi, and the rest of their crew would get them all. read more

JHE was our caterer when my wife and I were married about nine weeks ago. I don't usually write reviews but Jane and her team were amazing, often going above and beyond what a wedding vendor would typically do. From the first time we met Jane and Amy, they always talked about how their team is like a big family, and it's true. Amy was our assigned point of contact, but when we exchanged emails, the entire JHE team is CC'd. This means that everybody knows what's going on at all times. When Amy was on vacation (which she absolutely deserved), another JHE team member stepped up and helped us schedule a few meetings. When we had a last minute change and needed to bring something to our venue, somebody said they'll stop by and take care of it for us. Oh, and I haven't even mentioned the food yet. As the theme for our wedding started to take shape, we had more and more opinions on our dinner options. Amy and Chef Jason patiently listened to us and provided creative options that we didn't think of. Here we are, almost two months later, and our friends and family still mentioned how tender the duck and fish were, how amazing the tuna tartare was, and how they couldn't get enough of the dessert bar. Jane herself was at our wedding to take care of our parents. Amy was always close by to make sure we tried all the food. Afterwards, they gave us more food for later, which was super convenient the next morning. I'm getting hungry as I type this review. I wish they had a restaurant we could go visit and eat everything again! JHE is often listed on the required or recommended catering list for many venues for a reason. They know all the ins and outs of those venues and have excellent working relationships with their staff. Also, JHE has the capability to be a one stop shop for your event needs. They have entertainment, audio, and lighting services available in addition to all the food and drinks you can imagine. All in all, if you're considering a caterer or event planner for your wedding or corporate event, Jane Hammond Events should be on your short list. read more

Jane and her amazing team catered my wedding at the end of July. We worked very closely with Ceanna, and couldn't have been more pleased. They really listened to us and made our vision come to life. I also LOVED that they didn't hesitate to make suggestions, or offer alternatives. After all, they are the experts. The JHE team- every single person was professional, kind and attentive. They made us and our wedding guest feel like VIP. Anything we needed, they were on it. Ceanna even came to our rehearsal dinner to do a walkthrough with everyone. She is the best. The food- holy wow! The food was amazing. EVERYONE at the wedding loved the food, and some thought they wouldn't. Why? It was 1000% vegetarian. But, Jane and her chefs pulled it off. Everything was so good. From the apps to the buffet, people couldn't get enough. The setup and cleanup- the JHE team made everything look perfect. They were fast, exact and rock starts. They even cleaned everything up beautifully. When we were ready to head home all of decor and personal items were boxed up neatly and waiting for us. They even boxed up a ton of food for us. We for sure had an amazing meal the day after. :) I cannot thank Jane, Ceanna and the rest of the team enough. They are an incredible group of a people with a gift of making challenging events look easy to pull off. If you are thinking about going with her- DO IT! You won't regret it. read more

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Tonight tried their grilled vegetables. It was almost a meal in its entirety. Predominately grilled asparagus cooked just right to keep its crunchy texture but the smoky grilled taste complimented it tremendously and uniquely. Also incorporated into the dish was sliced zucchini squash in a generous bite size cut; tomato sliced thin and colorful, and sliced morsels of eggplant. It needed nothing since the grilled smoky flavor was throughout the entire dish but opted to compliment it with a few dabs of mayonnaise. But remember, the star of the dish is the asparagus, the other mentioned veggies were the 'chorus line' in this delectable performance. This was my first time in my long life having grilled vegetables and it was thoroughly delicious and wonderful. My mind kept thinking of sitting in a posh California gourmet restaurant but no, it was from Jane Hammond Events and caterers. My only problem was that it was entirely a meal in itself, you didn't want to stop with one or two portions - you never wanted it to end. Thank you chef and angel Kent for introducing this delicious vegetable dish - it will be remembered long and kindly. read more

JHE catered our relatively small (65) commitment ceremony this past weekend and folks are still talking about the food, staff and just how wonderful the event was. Sian and company performed absolutely above and beyond our expectations and made everything delicious and easy even displaying and serving the cupcakes and pies we had brought in from other places! Oh and make sure to say two words to them...milkshake bar. read more

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This review is long overdue! I booked Jane Hammond Events to cater my company's 10 year anniversary party at SF MOMA. I initially reached out to a dozen different catering companies but found that Jane Hammond Events truly saw our vision and had an excellent menu. As someone who does event planning, I am extremely picky and have high standards. Amy Trapp was the lead for our event and she executed flawlessly. Everything looked absolutely stunning when I arrived and they even made sure I always had glass of champagne in my hand! It was a treat to enjoy the event knowing it was in good hands with Amy and her team. The food was sooo delicious! A HUGE thank you to Jane Hammond Events for making our 10 year anniversary one that people STILL talk about almost a year later! read more

Words cannot describe how thankful and lucky we were to have Jane Hammond and her amazing team plan and coordinate our wedding day. They work seamlessly with each other and all the separate vendors at our wedding last September. Being fully occupied with a busy work schedule all throughout wedding planning, I wanted an event coordinator who handled everything for me: lighting, amazing food, DJ/music, photo booth, draping, decor -- pretty much handle all important aspects of a wedding for me, while still catering all the details to what I wanted. Needless to say, JHE is well experienced and had an answer to all my questions or needs. They were flexible with our needs/budget, had open communication all throughout the planning process, were thoughtful with our preferences, and highly professional. Thank you so much for coordinating a beautiful event! read more

I got married at the Asian Art Museum in November 2017 and Jane Hammond was our caterer. When my wife and I booked the venue, we were given a list of nine approved caterers to choose. Because the caterer accounts for a large part of the wedding cost, I did extensive research before ultimately choosing Jane Hammond. I contacted all nine caterers and Jane Hammond was the only one that stood out to me as it was the only caterer which I spoke directly to the owner. Jane personally took the time to talk to me over the phone to understand her business and the way they do things. She was the only caterer that made me feel like they would make it a priority to help me figure out how to do everything I wanted for the wedding while fitting within my budget. In addition, they had done many weddings at the museum before and were very experienced with the venue. For our second meeting, we went to Jane's house to talk about details. There we met Olivia, a member of Jane's team that would be in charge of handling our wedding. We discussed the overall vision of the wedding as well as reviewed the initial version of the contract. We did not get a food tasting before signing Jane Hammond but I decided to have faith in all of the Yelp reviews that raved about the food. As important as the food was to me, my main priority was choosing a caterer that I knew I could easily work with and trust. Jane and her team built that trust very fast and it only got better from this point. A couple of months before our wedding, Jane invited us to have our food tasting at another wedding for which they were catering. She wanted us to see how their team worked and also taste the quality of food at an actual event. This was important because some caterers can prepare perfect tastings but when it comes to preparing the food on the day of the event, the quality of the food suffers when it is made in large quantities. We tasted both the food that was served at that wedding as well as our own dishes we chose for our own wedding and everything was extremely delicious. The overall impression we were left with from the visit was how well Jane's team worked together and how happy everyone seemed to be. They truly love their jobs and take great pride in it. Another great thing about hiring Jane Hammond as your wedding caterer is that they will serve as your day-of-coordinator. Other caterers for the AAM required us to hire a separate coordinator which would have costed a few thousands of dollars extra. Olivia was our coordinator on the day of the wedding as well as at the rehearsal on the day before. I cannot stress enough how great Olivia was throughout the entire process. She is organized, responsive, and extremely helpful. She even helped us transport items to and from the museum in addition to prepping some of the items needed for the day of the wedding. Her efforts were above and beyond and we cannot thank her enough. On the day of the wedding, everything went extremely smoothly. Jane's whole team was there to help out and they were on top of every detail. The last thing you want as the bride or groom is to be the producer of the wedding on the day of the event. Olivia coordinated with all of the other vendors and even helped us distribute the vendor tips. The food was delicious and they packed extra for us to take away since we had very limited time to eat at the wedding. Choosing Jane Hammond was one of the best decisions for our wedding. Planning the event is stressful enough and finding a vendor you can trust and work well with is very important. I cannot recommend Jane, Olivia, and the rest of the team enough! read more

Jane (Hammond, the owner), Amy Trapp, Senior Event Manager, and their incredible staff, are at the top of their game - and a real class act, to boot. I find myself reluctantly using the word 'caterers' to describe them because it really does not do justice. They are so much more than that. Army sergeants; caregivers; hunter-gatherers (sourcing only the best for your gig....) and they do all this with smiley, calming ease, reminiscent of a big mummy hug. I need them in my life permanently. JHE holistically research their projects, present astute ideas, and perform meticulously. If you're planning ANY kind of celebration, please don't hesitate to ping me and I'll be happy to eulogize more :-) read more

I've tried to write this review a couple of times, but have trouble expressing how wonderful everyone at Jane Hammond Events is. There aren't enough good adjectives out there! From the very first phone call with Ceanna, to our pre-planning meeting with Jane/Ceanna a couple months later to the on site meeting at the venue and every email in between...my husband and I could not have asked for a better partner. Being in the event industry myself, I think that I had a pretty high standard going into the planning process. My husband and I had just moved to the area from Chicago, and I had no vendor connections out here in the Bay area. We wanted to host our family/friends in San Francisco for our special day, and I didn't know where to start. After many weeks of research, I found JHE on Yelp and decided to inquire about their services for our wedding. It proved to be one of the best decisions. The food is superb. Their communication along the way is excellent. Their recommendations on everything from small details to vendors is 5-star. Every person on their team is friendly & helpful. They truly take the stress out of planning and make you feel taken care of - which is incredibly special! At the end of our wedding, we were sad to say goodbye because we felt like we became friends with the JHE team. My husband and I cannot recommend them enough. read more

I didn't realize this until close to the wedding day but when you hire a caterer and planner, you are really looking to buy peace of mind and confidence on your big day. My wife and I were married in August of 2012 at the Asian Art Museum in SF and the whole crew at JHE did an amazing job. They made it possible for me, a crazy OCD groom-zilla to enjoy my wedding, instead of fretting over the details. My wife and I had spoken to many other firms before we sat down with Jane and the team but as soon as they started outlining our wedding, we immediately knew we had to work with them. They made us feel so relaxed about the wedding plans, while at the same time assuring us that they understood our vision and could execute what ever we wanted. Our dedicated coordinated, Amy, was amazingly organized and always made me feel like I had nothing to worry about. Everyone was super responsive whenever we had questions or input and the entire process was so seamless that I never had to be anxious about any of the planning. Additionally, their network of contacts is amazing and everyone they introduced us to for flowers, music, etc were phenomenal as well. Good people always know other good people! For our wedding, we really wanted 2 things: delicious food, and our personalities to be expressed. And in both respects, JHE really delivered. They went out of their way to get food from the restaurants my wife and I enjoyed while we were dating to serve to our guests as hors d'oeuvre (good lord that is hard to spell...) and they worked with us to plan a reception that was fun and unique. I could go on and on about things I really appreciated about JHE (they are very respectfulness of budget, everyone has a great personality, they really tailor the planning experience to the couple...) and I would whole heartily recommend them. I hope I get to go to another wedding organized by JHE! read more

I own The Box SF a historic, private events venue in San Francisco. Jane and her amazing team always knock it out of the park here in our space. They are one of our top catering companies and are well organized, awesome to work with and honestly a pleasure to have as one of our partners. We refer to them often and are always thrilled to have them working with our production team here. Tonight they knocked it out once again and bring to bear all of their talent for each of our events. Mark E. Sackett President and Founder http://www.TheBoxSF.com read more

I could go on and on about how fantastic Jane Hammond and her team are. This winter Jane Hammond Events coordinated our holiday party at the SF MOMA and truly made our vision come alive. Working very closely with Ceanna, she really listened to all of our requests and was happy to offer suggestions and alternatives. The food was spectacular. They were willing to accommodate each and every dietary restriction and request we made without question. The set up and clean up went seamlessly. They worked efficiently and precisely, coordinating with all the vendors to make sure logistics ran smoothly from start to finish. Day of event Jane's team was on top of every detail, not a thing was overlooked. Every member of this team is an absolute delight to work with and can give great insight from florals to food. I would HIGHLY recommend partnering with them to help plan your next event. read more

I've decided that today is Wedding review day, and I'm starting with Jane Hammond Events... When we decided to get married at the Limn Gallery (review to follow) we started looking at caterers. We interviewed a few, and Jane Hammond quickly rose to the top of our list. We were on a tight budget for our wedding and were up front with Jane and her team from the start and they assured us that we could put together a wonderful event that would fit within our budget. We also loved the fact that we'd have a "day of" event manager so that we wouldn't have to worry about making sure that everything would come together on the day of our wedding. Here is where Jane Hammond Events really won our hearts.....We had planned on a January 24th wedding date, and had everything lined up for that date. It turns out that I got pregnant a bit earlier than we had expected and I really wanted to move up the wedding date by 6 weeks to avoid being a giant pregnant bride. Jane's team was unbelievably flexible with us and worked with us to change our date to December 6th...right in the heart of their busy holiday party season. It was a seamless process, and they really pulled together to make our event perfect. Sian Thomas was our main contact and was wonderful to work with. She helped me make some decisions and my mind was totally at ease the day of the wedding, knowing that she had everything under control. The food was amazing, the servers and bartenders were all wonderful, we had an awesome sushi bar, and Sian's team even made a run to the market to pick up more booze when we ran out of vodka. We've gotten many many compliments on our event, and have been told by some of our friends that it's one of the best weddings with the most fabulous food they've attended. I attribute much of this success to hiring Jane Hammond Events! read more

All i have to say is that Jane and her team are AMAZING and OUT OF THIS WORLD AWESOME!! IF YOU ARE DOING ANYTHING YOU NEED TO BOOK JANE HAMMOND EVENTS!!! Don't bother looking anywhere else! Thats what we did, met one person and said, YUUUUUUP, we are going with you!!. We knew we had selected the perfect planner the first time we met. My wife and I got married at Shakespeare's Garden and had our reception at the De Young Museum. Let me just say all we had to do was show up and enjoy the day. They made it soooooo easy for us!! AND THE FOOOOD!!! OOOH MY GOOOSH!! We had a southern style menu.....I want some right now!! My wife and I had a vision of our wedding and reception and Jane and Naomi delivered. I am so grateful that they took our wedding. If you have the pleasure to work with Naomi, just say thank you for everything at the first meeting because you are in great hands and everything is going to be great. I want to say thank you to the whole Jane Hammond Team for helping us win our honeymoon on TLC's Four Weddings. Without them I don't everything would of turned out the way it did. If you want the best of the best OF the BEST...Jane Hammond Events who you go with. Thank You so much Jane and Naomi!! See there wedding works in action with these videos. http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/four-weddings/videos/and-a-giraffe.htm http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/four-weddings/videos/winning-wedding-style-southern-bella.htm read more

Jane Hammond and her team was our top pick as soon as Naomi picked up the phone and talked me through their services. I was looking for a reliable caterer, but what we got was so much more. After talking to a few different companies, I began to get a feeling about JHE. Call it intuition or instinct, but something about the way they answered my questions and approached the problems I posed to them gave me such a sense of calm, which I think in the end is what sold me. The months that followed that first phone call were so incredibly smooth. Jane, Ceanna, and Naomi were our right hand as we put together our dream wedding in February 2014 at the Bently Reserve with over 200 guests. Rentals, setup, takedown, food, decor... any questions we had, they answered and put our minds at ease. Their experience was invaluable, and I appreciated the amazing advice -- even when they told me flat out that something would not work the way I imagined. They guided us through the planning and logistics, and the result was a literally FLAWLESS and unforgettable event. I can't even imagine what I would do if I didn't have their excellent words of wisdom, or what kind of disasters I might have fallen victim to had they not helped to navigate our vision. AND, to top it off, the food was AMAZING. The event was so well coordinated that my new husband and I actually got to eat the delicious hors d'oeuvres, entree, and dessert. We truly enjoyed a mini-date at our sweetheart table surrounded by the ones we loved, which I will never forget, thanks to JHE. Overall, their vendor recommendations, setup, takedown, and day-of coordination was absolutely incredible. We didn't worry about anything the day of, which is exactly what we wanted. Thank you so much Jane & team. You guys are truly amazing! read more

JHE worked as the catering company for our wedding just a few days ago, and they helped to make it an absolutely extraordinary event. I came into the wedding planning process with less than 3 months to coordinate a nearly 200-person ceremony & party, and very little experience (being one of the first of my friends to take the marriage leap!). Jane Hammond Events was with me just about every step of the way, so much more than a catering company. Yes, the food was delicious - they worked with our eclectic tastes, crafting a menu that reflected my Jewish heritage (mini-latkes!), my hubbie's Creole roots (a gumbo bar!), our love of Mexican/Latin flavors (sopes & empanadas), and our commitment to local, sustainable ingredients. They even agreed to make banana cream pies (a la Tartine) for dessert, in addition to pecan and berry pie and a yummy cheese plate. Not only is their menu large, but they are very accommodating and flexible, and the quality of their food is top-notch. Many San Francisco foodies left very impressed, and there were ample options for vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free folks (the lentil cakes were especially delicious). But what I realized was more important than great food, which in the Bay Area is pretty easy to find, is hard-working, responsible and kind staff who are good-humored and understanding about what it takes to make this kind of event a success. Jane herself is attentive and giving of her time, eager to get to know each client despite being a very busy lady. We worked predominantly with Amy and Sian, both of whom were truly wonderful throughout the weeks leading up to the wedding. And guests actually raved about the staff at the event itself - a feeling I myself had as Amy took care of me and my husband while we got pulled in a dozen different directions, saving us food, bringing us drinks, and reminding us to eat. She even bravely shuttled a few tipsy friends to a bar after the wedding ended. In the end, she was not only a wonderful event coordinator, but a good friend. So to summarize, you are getting the full package with Jane Hammond Events - warm Northern Californian hospitality, a keen sense of detail, a very responsible staff, terrific and versatile food, and the peace of mind that comes with working with a great company - and is worth every pretty penny it cost. read more

We recently had the pleasure of having Jane Hammond Events cater our summer wedding in San Francisco. We worked directly with Sian and Amy, as well as Jane herself. Here is why they deserve 5 stars: #1 DE-FREAKING-LICIOUS FOOD The food was incredible. Gourmet mac & cheese, roasted chicken, fresh quinoa salad, heirloom tomato salad, creamy mashed potatoes, seasonal grilled veggies...etc etc. Every bite was amazing and our guests were seriously chowing down and simultaneously oohing and ahhing at how tasty it all was! JHE knows how to do food, especially seasonal/Cali style. #2 FLEXIBILITY JHE worked with us on creative ways to work delicious food into our budget. Aside from the food, they're really knowledgeable on rentals, linens, furniture--basically anything to do with the event/catering biz and they aren't trying to squeeze premiums out of you. They want to work with the amount of money you can afford to spend. How refreshing. #3 GREAT PEOPLES Sian, Amy, Jane, and every other JHE staff member we met were courteous, friendly, attentive, and patient. They are a dream to work with. Don't hesitate when choosing a caterer for your next SF event...it's JHE!! okay? okay. read more

Jane and Naomi saved my company holiday party! I absolutely couldn't have done it without them! Naomi and the team took care of everything: food, decor, communications with venue manager, furniture rentals, hiring entertainment for the party, janitorial and security needs, day of coordination, registration process, etc. Their entire team is fabulous and is more like a family of top notch professionals that pull 16 hr days just to make sure that everything goes well and you get a fantastic holiday party! read more

Well I definitely feel like a broken record here, because our recent experience with JHE was exactly as amazing as all the other reviews make it out to be. When we started planning our Sept wedding back in Feb, we started on Yelp, where we found Jane and her team. We were initially choosing among 3-4 caterers who all got top reviews, but through the process of chatting with them all and getting estimates, there was a vibe we got from Naomi at JHE, as well as from Jane herself, that we just connected with really easily. We were never disappointed, from start to finish. As others have said, Naomi was unbelievably responsive throughout the planning process, returning emails and calls at all hours, and always upbeat and pleasant, even when we were definitely being a pain. We decided to save money and not hire a planner, so we were overwhelmed from day 1, and Naomi's even-keeled style and substantial knowledge were vital for us. For the wedding itself, we were set on a real down to earth, communal feel, so we wanted banquet-style seating and family style food presentation. Neither of these requests were easy to pull off, given the size of the space and the amount of people we had. Jane gently suggested alternatives, but we persisted with our family style vision. Anyway, the long and the short of it was that they pulled it off and made it look totally effortless the whole night. They also took care of all the rentals, set-up, etc. Naomi even acted as the day-of coordinator, making sure all 3rd party deliveries (flowers, other decorations, guestbook, etc.) happened and got set up properly. She even coordinated the night, ensuring that things happened on time and everyone knew where to be. I really have no idea what sort of calamity this would have been without her. Everything looked beautiful, and people are still raving about the amazing food and fun service (I should also mention that JHE also let us buy our own alcohol, which their bartender served - a big savings for us). If I ever have an opportunity to hire JHE again, I'll do so without hesitation - I honestly couldn't think of anything to complain about if I tried. I would recommend JHE unconditionally! read more

I hosted an event at SFMOMA in early April and Jane Hammond Events was the caterer. I work in LA and needed a turn key solution that I didn't have to stress about, as I was putting the event together remotely. Jane Hammond Events made this a stress free event and they exceeded my expectations. My account manager was Amy Trapp and she was a rock star. Her follow up and professionalism throughout the process was terrific. Amy was there well before the event started and she made sure everything went smoothly until the end...which it did. Jane Hammond herself was also great and she was there the night of the event to make sure it went off without a hitch. The food was great, DJ was perfect and the staff was personable and professional. If you have an event in SF and you want to make sure it goes off without any issues, contact Jane Hammond Events. read more

As a first time planner, there was a lot of stress around throwing my company's 350 person corporate party. Once Jane and Amy came into the picture, everything got easier. My only regret is not involving them sooner. At first, I was relying on them for food and drinks, but they brought so much more to the table. Their setup and execution far exceeded my expectations. On the day of the event they coordinated with all the other vendors and solved any unanticipated issues which allowed me to relax, let go and enjoy the event. They'll be my go-to for future events. read more

My husband I got married just over a year ago, and had hired Jane Hammond and her fabulous team to cater our wedding which was held at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. I knew from the moment I spoke with Jane for the very first time on the phone that she was the woman I wanted to hire. I liked the fact that unlike other event planners or wedding coordinators, she was just real and down to earth with no over the top pitching of, "you need to have the champagne fountain at your wedding and you got to have sliders and fries passed around to all of your guests come midnight" She takes the stress and anxiety out of the wedding planning process, and just simplifies it and of course, delivers with pure excellence! The food speaks for itself along with the presentation, which was definitely in line with our vision of having a black tie Saturday night wedding. What sets Jane Hammond Events apart from the competition (and we did plenty of thorough research) is the operations behind her business which is seamless and to perfection. Throughout our year long engagement and wedding planning journey, we never doubted Jane or any of her employees, and felt completely confident and relaxed with their guidance and decision making abilities. We really felt like Jane was a "surrogate mom" to both of us, as she was there every step of the way and provided so much more than what we expected. You can tell she truly loves what she does and her clients are like her extended family. Our point person and day of wedding coordinator was Naomi Ages, who was so on top of it and ensured everything from the cocktail hour to the sit down dinner went smoothly and was an enjoyable and memorable experience for us and our guests. I hope to someday be able to hire Jane and her team for another event as they are just an absolute joy to work with! read more

Jane Hammond should not even be a thought... you need to book her, now. Having lost my mom a few years ago entering into the world of wedding planning was downright terrifying. Jane was one of the first caterers/planners I spoke with and I instantly felt at ease. She was incredibly patient, she helped me with a plan and list of priorities, and she was truly one of the sweetest people in the world. I was so lucky to work with her and her amazing team... especially Naomi. Naomi is, by far, the most organized person I have ever met in my life. She is calm at every point in time, no matter what the surprise. She listens to exactly what you are thinking and helps guide you to the very best decision for your event. But, most of all, she was a total blast to work with. I am so so thankful that my husband and I chose Jane for our wedding at the Legion of Honor in July. Like previous reviews mentioned, she really is all you need. She was a wedding planner, day or coordinator, AMAZING caterer, and incredible support system all wrapped in one. And the food.... Our guests are still talking about how delicious it was! Plus she packed a bag of everything up for us to enjoy in our suite at the end of the night!! They are completely upfront about all expenses... don't expect any surprises. And are incredibly considerate of your budget. I honestly don't really understand how they make money for as affordable as they are and the amount of effort they put into every event. Thank you SOO much to Jane, Naomi, and the entire team!! I truly am sad that the planning is done and we aren't working closely together anymore... guess its time to plan another party!!! XOXO read more

From the very first phone conversation, Jane was incredibly impressive. Her attention to detail, extensive knowledge and hunger to please was insatiable. I am the CEO/Founder of Executive Assistants Organization (EAO) and our global members are without question, the hardest to 'wow'. Jane Hammond and her team 'WOWED' each and every one of them, and me! And to top it off, having been the host of my event, she already contemplated I would have no time to eat, so she saved me and my team some of the eateries for when we wrapped up. These are the little things that make a company exquisite. Great job! read more

Janes' team and food were incredible. The staff were very personable--sought us out to ensure we got the full sampling of all the tasty things. The Wagyu beef was redic--the best I've had. We hunted Jane down after the event to get her contact info for when we throw a party. read more

I don't think I can say enough good things about Jane and her entire team! We hired Jane to cater our wedding on 9-18-10 in SF at the SF Film Centre and I'm not sure where to start, since EVERYTHING was wonderful. *Jane and her team are DETAILED so if you are planning your wedding without a planner, they are a huge asset. From the first initial meeting to the day of the event Jane and her team are all in the loop on the current updates, details, etc **FOOD is excellent! So many of our guests came up to us during the wedding and kept saying the appetizers, dinner are wonderful. Jane's team knows exactly how to customize your menu! The food is beautifully presented AND tastes amazing! ***Service, another 5 stars, one of the nicest things, we kept hearing weeks after our wedding was "the service at your wedding was top knotch". I must say during the wedding I noticed that a server was at every table and all of our guests got served at the same time. I can't stand when you are the last table to be served to eat while other guests are already on the dance floor- rest assured since that would NEVER happen if Jane and her team are catering ;o) All in all we can't THANK Jane and her team enough- I can't wait to plan another large party so I can work with Jane and her team again! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Angela & Michael read more

We worked with Jane and Amy at Jane Hammond Events for our November 2011 wedding at the Legion of Honor. If you need to know one thing about this company, it's that they are AMAZING. Everything from our initial contact to the pre-wedding meetings and walkthroughs all the way to the wedding itself was a delightful experience. Their personal and amiable style cannot be beat. I expected to work with a company that treated you as a business partner -- and I was was so happy and surprised that Jane and Amy treat you more as friends and really want to make your wedding a day that is special, meaningful, and truly catered to YOU. We had a unique meal of individually plated charcuterie and cheese, and while other companies said they simply wouldn't do that, or tried to force us to choose a chicken dinner instead - Jane thought the idea was fun and unique and was excited to work with us on the idea. The food was amazing and we had a ton of compliments not only on the meal, but also on the impeccable service Jane's waitstaff provided. JHEvents isn't just a caterer - they really look at the whole event and help work with all your vendors to make sure every aspect is beautiful - from giving tips about how your heels might sink in the grass of the ceremony lawn to coordinating your vendor walkthrough (and giving you a hug when planning is starting to make you go insane). I can't recommend Jane Hammond Events highly enough -- 10 stars! read more