They catered our wedding. It was PERFECT! You can't find better food in Napa. Great staff, classy.

OMG! Laurel's Catering is the absolute BEST! I hired Laurel's Catering for an intimate party for my Husband's 70th Birthday and was so totally impressed that I want to tell everyone about them to anyone who will listen! ! From soup to nuts she and her Chef husband Matt did an amazing, incredible job! Laurel has this amazing ability to connect with you and anticipate all your needs and wants. No is not in her vocabulary. She goes above and beyond and is an immense pleasure to work with. The plethora of food choices are beyond and the cuisine was over the top delicious. A taste sensation in the mouth. When I lived in Hawaii we used to say "broke da mouth" good! I have celiac's disease and my husband is a picky eater and they managed to prepare and present amazing, delicious items-- every single one of them! I can't speak highly enough about these two! Hire them, you will not be disappointed but rather delighted and impressed as I was! You guys rock!!!! read more

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Laurel' s Catering is absolutely fantastic. Laurel helped me plan and throw a small family wedding for 30 in my back yard in Napa. It was spectacular and the food was exceptional. Laurel had every single detail taken care of so the bride, groom and guests could enjoy the event. Her husband Matt is an outstanding chef. Our guests raved about the food. Her team provided amazing service. The bride and groom were so grateful for Laurel's help making this event pretty much stress free. I am using Laurel for another event this month. I highly recommend! read more

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We started working with Laurel prior to our trip to Napa and she was extremely helpful. She worked with me to create a special menu that accommodated a variety of dietary restrictions. Laurel went the extra mile to coordinate with me throughout the process, which made it seamless. I highly recommend using her catering services - it makes for a unique and memorable experience! read more

Fabulous dinner for 13 of us with complex dietary needs (vegetarian, gluten free/vegan and gluten free). Everyone's needs were met and the food was INCREDIBLE. read more

Injera to jerk pork? Spanokapita to antipasti? Mojitos and Scottish butter fudge and In-N-Outs on a platter? Oh my! Holy MK Foodness! A moment of silence, please. Because Laurel Timms should probably be the patron saint of all caterers. Light candles even... My needs were nominal, really. And by nominal, of course, I mean absolutely absurd: All I needed was for her to cater two large wedding events on back-to-back days in the Marin County wilderness on a food stamp budget with almost no staff - because staff just wouldn't work for my budget.. Oh, and to battle a bayside wedding windstorm while using her arms, legs and chin to keep the food from flying away - and onto the whole bridal party. And, lastly, I needed her to represent about 15 different countries through the food AND to help me organize all of it even though I live in Chicago and couldn't meet up with her at all - even for a tasting. I'm lying, actually she had to mail the tasting - to the bride in Colorado. And the bride couldn't meet her until the day of either. In fact, the bride couldn't really even speak to her until the week before, so Laurel also was required to read the bride's mind. For a merely mortal caterer, this might all be insane and impossible. But Laurel and chef Matt McNally did it all, ALL - ALL I tell you- with grace and total professionalism. One of my favorites was their marinara sauce, which just seems stupid, because it is something that is usually just phoned in and unnoticed, but - Spicy, chunky, fresh - it was awesome! And get the fried risotto balls - trust me, everyone raved. Ooh, and also some kind of fig tart - Jee-zus! I'm not a pro wedding planner. Hell, I've only even been to like two other weddings in my life - more like 1 1/2. I was just helping out a friend who couldn't plan it all herself. But I can tell you this: Laurel's Catering says they are all about "personalized service." That doesn't even come close to describing it all - This girl does miracles - AMAZING! read more

Laurel's Catering - The lovely Laurel with the bomb tofu skewers - last minute additions for the picky-pickys. - Caterers Near Me

Laurel did an amazing job on our day-after wedding brunch in Napa. Be assured that she is extremely reliable and professional. She's also a delight to work with. The buffet spread she put on was both delicious and beautiful and her staff was super friendly and hard working. Highly recommend. read more

We couldn't more highly recommend Laurel's Catering for your next special event. From the very beginning until today, Laurel's Catering, planning, hosting and friendship has far exceeded our greatest expectations and truly played a vital part in creating our special weekend and the very best 5 days of our lives. We felt cared for like royalty by someone with truly a heart of gold; who just shines with talent and passion for planning, with the greatest attention to detail and creativity, with the energy of the energizer bunny, but with a caring, easygoing spirit. To top it off, Laurel and her fantastic team delighted us daily with the most delicious and beautifully presented meals, our favorite snacks and thoughtful surprises. The first time we met the Laurel's Catering Team, we were awed by the beautiful and delicious looking brunch array. Knowing we were trying to plan our special weekend from afar, Laurel offered to help with the planning aspects, and away she went! Even in the early days, Laurel was at the ready with vendors, prompt replies, any answers we needed and creative ideas - even then anticipating our needs. Laurel even offered to chat with the bride about her vision for the weekend! During our planning chat, I immediately felt like I was chatting with an old, caring friend with fabulous ideas! An hour of fun and productive planning flew by, and from then on, I knew we were in the very best hands and was even more excited for our big weekend. As our big weekend approached, even with a million balls in the air, Laurel remained the calm center of our wedding planning storm and went above and beyond to make our dream weekend come true. Even as our best laid plans fell through the cracks, not once did this happen with Laurel and her team. On top of this, Laurel's team managed to anticipate our needs and simply delight us with thoughtful daily surprises: my favorite pistachios, water and chocolate at bedside, our favorite meals and snacks readily available and thoughtful notes left daily on chalkboards. Anything we wished it seemed was at Laurel's Team's command! However, three instances in particular stand out: A few hours before our wedding ceremony, Laurel, seeking me out for the videographer, found me clearly overwhelmed. Without me even needing to ask, she said not to worry - she will take care of any requests coming my way; that my only job was to focus on remembering the importance of this special day. This kindness will always stay with me. Later that night, I found Laurel had cleaned up our messy suite and decorated it with flower petals, balloons and battery-operated candles! The next day, we were treated to extra special meals and my new husband's favorites for his birthday: Hopple Popple with Laurel's Catering's Secret Sauce, home-made pizzas, with even a special salmon one for me, and of course my husband's favorite chocolate cake, decorated for his birthday! Laurel's Team wowed us all with delicious, thoughtful and beautifully presented meals all weekend - even making our favorite family recipes with us! We already miss this royal treatment! In the short time I've known Laurel, she has become not only the best caterer and planner I could imagine, but one of my favorite people and someone I feel lucky to call a friend. I could go on! But I will just end with a heartfelt thank you to you Laurel and Matt, and to your wonderful team - for making our dream weekend a reality and for all of the kindness you've shown me and my family. We're so grateful to have had you and your team be a vital part of our celebration! read more

Laurel's catering was absolutely the right choice. We were staying in the area, and the hotel we were with offered a partner meal program through Laurel. Laurel set us up with an amazing meal, ribs to die for, potato salad that had a few pleasant surprises, and all the fixings to for along side. we were pleasantly stuffed, and saved the cookies for coffee in the morning, no regrets! read more

We used Laurel's Catering for our wedding party and have nothing but amazing and positive things to say about her! Run by her- and her husband who's the chef, Laurel's catering is simply the best. They were extremely reliable, always stayed in close communication with us, and met with us several times to go over the menu and all the details. Laurel was fabulous to work with! The food was delicious and all our guests were raving about the food. Even two months later, people are still saying how great the food was! Laurel can make anything and everything and has so many options to offer your event. We highly highly recommend Laurel's catering for anyone needing catering services! You will not be disappointed! Laurel is the sweetest lady, so kind, and really went above and beyond for our event. We are so thankful we found her and her husband!! read more

Laurel & Matt catered all the food for my 50th birthday party this weekend. They designed the entire menu to fit my taste and were so easy to work with. They arrived at our home on time and the buffet table was beautiful. Every bit of food they brought was absolutely delicious and plentiful! All my friends and family loved the food. I would highly recommend them for your event. read more

Laurel and her team were such a delight! We invited Laurel to cater our wedding brunch on the morning after. She was thoughtful and flexible in incorporating our preferences. Our guests loved the food, especially the quiche and french toast, and even received the french toast recipe. The team was friendly and organized, and we appreciate how they left the venue spotless. We would love to work with Laurel again. read more

From the amazing food to the exceptional service, really not much more to say than just that (Haha). Laurel's catering goes above and beyond exceeding any expectations you may have. If it's possible to add more stars... I would. Matt McNally and Laurel Timms McNally not only provide delicious food, they also are thoughtful and caring people and do great service. And you don't have to worry about a thing at your own party! Thank you Laurel & Matt! read more

Visited Sonoma from Los Angeles for my 40th birthday celebration and hired Laurel's Catering for a private home dinner experience with 9 guests. 5 stars is not enough for Laurel and her team. From the time I contacted her for a quote about 4 months before until the minute her team arrived, Laurel was very responsive and attentive to the needs of the event. She personalized a menu for our group that was outstanding - some appetizers to munch on before dinner, a summer salad with avocado and corn, pork with a cherry glaze, chicken milenese, mashed potatoes, sauteed greens, truffles (with a port to accompany) and a tres leches cake. Her team arrived on time and prepared the food at appropriate times. Everything was flavorful and went together. The port and truffles matched perfectly. I really can't say enough. The team was personable and responsive and made sure our wine glasses were never empty. read more

I love Laurel Timms and Matt Nally. They are the best of the Bay Area wrapped up in one catering company. They are utterly professional, uber creative, well versed in all things food all over the world. Where else am I going to get cuban style sandwiches, injera bread, tofu skewers, and a beautiful cupcake tower sprinkled with international sweets? I trusted them with "the most important day of my life" and it was overwhelmingly above all possible expectations. Everything that Laurel proposes is the ultimate experience of all of the great foods that I've had in the Bay Area during all of the years that I spent there. Never hesitate. They are awesome. read more

Disappointing. I asked her for a proposal, she sent me a menu. I asked for a price, she sent me a confusing list of price ranges and additional fees. I gave her my absolute all-inclusive budget (service, fees, taxes, gratuity) and asked if she could do something within this limit. She drafted a menu that looked fantastic at exactly my maximum price point. I accepted her proposal and sent refusals to all the other caterers I contacted. I waited 10 days for a final contract and instead received an email which stated the contract was in-process "at the same price point we discussed (without gratuity)". I email to confirm that the price included gratuity. She responds that they simply cannot do our event within that budget? What? As a result I decided not to work with them. In the subsequent days I received several texts and numerous phone calls to change my review. read more

I plan monthly happy hours for my company. We do a different theme each month, featuring a spirit from our portfolio (I work for an alcohol distributor). Every month, Laurel amazes me with her creativity! She created a Midori Margarita frosting for a cake and Flor de Cana Rum dipping sauce for her specialty Coconut Shrimp. This month she is undertaking the task of my newest special request--Pineapple Upside Down Cupcakes! Her proposed menus always look fabulous! If I ever need to tweak the menu, she is more than responsive. I must be honest and tell you that I have never used her staff on-site for service. Our parties are standing appetizers and do not require much attention. However, Laurel always arrives prepared and on time, and sets the area up beautifully. I know that once she's arrived, I can turn my attention to other areas of the event because she has got her part under control. I swing past her as she's finishing for last minute instructions and I'm set. She returns to pick up any platters, chafing dishes, etc and is always eager to hear our response. I have had nothing to report except rave reviews! She and her partner, Matt, are so friendly and down-to-earth. They know good food, enjoy good food, and prepare good food. The quality, originality, and obvious care that goes into their work makes recommending Laurel's Catering a pleasure. I can't wait until our next party.... Those cupcakes and some more Coconut Shrimp! read more

Recently our company had a 3 day sales meeting event in Calistoga, and we requested Laurel's Catering to handle breakfast, lunch and dinner (and all snacks and appetizers in between!) for all 22 of our staff and extended guests at a private estate. From the beginning, Laurel organized and handled all aspects of the menu planning, providing specific attention to detail with personalized meals, activities, beverages, wine selection and more. Laurel also arranged a special private tasting at a local winery. Let's just say that leaving all of this planning and organization to such great hands was wonderful! We always felt listened to and taken care of. The food, well let's just say Matt is outstanding. All of our guests raved and could not contain their appreciation for the fantastic, fresh, hearty, healthy, savory and sweet! It was a whirlwind to our tastebuds! From the Creme Brûlée french toast bake and the homemade gravlax salmon, to the wonderful lobster and filet with roasted veggies. Laurel and Matt spoiled us at every turn -- like fresh cut flowers and a divine chocolate in each room! If you want to create a special and memorable event, one that your guests will savor, Laurel's Catering is the way to go. This really was one of the best catering experiences I have had out of many and I can recommend them with no hesitation. read more

Half of throwing a great party is the guest list, the other half is great food. Laurel's Catering exceeded my expectations in the food department, while also providing super friendly and professional staff that kept the food coming non-stop. It started with Laurel's piece de resistance, Matt's Meatballs. I'm from an Italian American family, and not easily impressed - but these were so delectable and outstanding that even I could not stop myself from feasting and going back for seconds. A huge hit with my guests as well! Another specialty of Laurel's is the Mushroom and Corn Quesadillas, simply divine, and the Chutney and Cheddar Biscuits, and Black Raspberry Chipolte Brie Tarts were out of this world. Not to disappoint the beef lovers in the crowd, and there were many, Laurel whipped up tender Beef en Croute Wellingtons that we will not forget any time soon. For someone like myself who comes from a family of great cooks, it's always surprising to find a catering company that can live up to such high standards. One of my guests commented that she "could taste the love" that went into the cooking and preparation, and complimented me on my choice of caterers. My Bon Voyage Party was a smash hit, and I have Laurel to thank for that. It's an event I will always remember. read more

Laurel's Catering is the greatest find. I organize small office lunches every other week and she is very accommodating for all needs. Not to mention that the food is AMAZING. My whole office gets excited when they know Laurel is coming with lunch. Thanks Laurel and Matt! read more

Laurel and her team catered my office Thanksgiving luncheon and it was amazing. The food was delicious and delivered on time, as promised. Laurel was very friendly, easy to work with and super accommodating of our requests. We will definitely be turning to her for future office events. I highly recommend Laurel's Catering to anyone who is looking for top notch service and quality. Two thumbs way up! PS - Her Pumpkin Cheesecake is out of this world! read more

Absolutely amazing. Where do I start. Last June Laurel and Matt catered our "after the wedding BBQ". The food was out of this world. Truly, every guest was blown away. This was more than just a catering job. They took care of everything from food , servers, rentals and all the set up and break down. We live up a steep driveway so maneuvering tables , chairs, umbrellas and food was quite a task. They did it all from set up to break down. I have never had Ribs or chicken like Matt's. The quality and flavor was superb. People are still talking about the shrimp , salads and pies. Each and every item was unique and delicious. The service and food were incredible but the best part was working with Laurel and Matt. read more

Laurel and Matt catered a retirement party for a friend, in our 90 year old barn. They came fully epuipped to handle the job, ready to work without the aid of a complete kitchen. Not only was the event incredible, but the barn (come on, clean a 90 year old barn?) and everything was cleaned up beyond expectations. Food was incredible and service fun and friendly. Would definitely use them again. read more

Our daughter found Laurel's on Yelp for my husband's 70th birthday party. Laurel was easy to work with, had a great helper for the event, and the food was so good! We will definitely use her again & let our friends know about her too. read more

SIMPLY THE BEST. My partner and I decided to get married with a week's notice, and found Laurel's Catering on localcaterering.com. We were planning a private, elegant dinner party at our home, and found in Laurel's Catering the perfect partner for our intimate affair. Not only did they respond promptly, but Laurel took the time to listen to us, asking great questions and helping us think through details we had overlooked. The planning process was easy, and even fun, despite the short time frame. They arrived on time, and set up quietly, taking breaks to welcome our guests as they arrived. The food was just spectacular. Super yummy lollipop lamb chops with mint glaze and brie and raspberry chipotle crostini got us started, followed by a surprising and very memorable amuse bouche of mango gazpacho. Two entrees were served to each guest - a delicious beef tenderloin drizzled with a port wine reduction sauce, and an herb stuffed cornish game hen. And the chocolate rum frozen torte was to die for. But it was the unparalleled personal service that truly was the star of the evening. Laurel and Jennifer connected with each guest with ease, and made everyone feel pampered and special. With each course, Laurel introduced the food, telling personal stories along the way. The mood and energy was just lovely - warm, and happy, and effervescent. Laurel and Jennifer became a part of our wedding party, and created an atmosphere of joy and ease and spirit that was nothing short of magical. We feel not only fortunate, but grateful and honored that Laurel's Catering was a part of our special day - as they had a big hand in why it was so special. read more

The entire experience of working with Laurel was fantastic - from the planning process to the quality of the food, to the room presentation and the service. Laurel helped me plan a Memorial Service for my father at Tulocay in Napa. It's difficult to plan since there are not RSVP's but she worked with me to plan a menu that when executed, was just perfect. She also helped with all the details like cutlery, plates, table decorations, drinks, glasses etc. with budgetary considerations and who would be attending in mind. It can be a stressful time but I found that she was one step ahead of me and everything she did made the whole experience less stressful and in the end, a perfect celebration of life for my Dad. I have worked with many caterers so I can say from experience that her prices were extremely reasonable and the quality of the food was top notch. My Dad was a foodie and I wanted to do him proud and he certainly would have approved of the feast that Laurel prepared. She was a great person to work with, and her hard working staff was also very professional and nice. I highly recommend Laurel's catering for any event you may be planning. read more

Yes! I love Laurel and Matt! I've used Laurel's catering twice this year -- to create the desserts for my daughter-in-law-to-be's bridal shower, and to do a complete luncheon for 20 girlfriends on my 50th birthday. Both times, everything was wonderful. For the bridal shower, was able to pick up the desserts (strawberry shortcake, and amazing chocolate truffles) the night before and bring to the party myself. For the 50th birthday, Laurel arrived at my house and assembled the entire feast for us . . . from napkins and drinks right on through to fabulous desserts. Kind, creative, wonderful service throughout the entire process. Lovely! Will use them again the next time I need catering, for certain. read more

Delicious creativity is a key to Laurel's success. Crispy duck rolls with a raspberry chipotle dipping sauce. Guatemalan elotes. Leek caramelized onion & fig tarts. But Laurel's ability to cook up wonders is only one benefit you get from working with Ms. Timms, or at least attending an event that she's catered. Having a behind-the-scenes look at Laurel working on a wedding, I saw this caterer beyond compare in action: scheduling, planning but above all, listening. Laurel listened to both the wedding planner's and the bride's wants and needs. She helped shape a menu with original creations and local California staples for a wedding party largely from out-of-town. Laurel understood the drama that comes with a wedding & met our group's needs and diffused situations with spontaneous solutions. Even in what could've been stressful situations, Laurel was always professional. Some of the food offerings were welcome firsts for me. Others were familiar combinations that nourished my soul: blue cheese and bacon scones, meatballs and steak-on-a-stick. The wedding was a success, thanks to great people, wonderful weather & most of all, Laurel. read more

Laurel helped create a menu for my sisters baby shower (15 people) and everything turned out really delicious! I would recommend her to anyone. Her prices were fair and the servings were very generous. Definitely plan on using her again for my next event. Menu: Fried chicken Mac and Cheese bars Buttermilk biscuits French fries with 3 kinds of dipping sauces Necatrines with cinnamon sugar glaze Delish! read more

Laurel catered our wedding luncheon. There were some tricky logistics since we were hosting the event at our home, and we had high expectations for the food. Laurel and Matt and their crew just knocked this out of the park. From the first meeting we had with Laurel to plan everything through the delicious food they served, to the quick and quiet cleanup while all our guests were still here enjoying themselves, Laurel did everything we asked and more. She is delightful to work with, her prices are reasonable, and the food is simply amazing. I am still getting emails about the food from people who have standards as high as mine. You cannot go wrong hiring Laurel; don't even think twice before hiring her. read more

We hired Laurel & Matt to cater a birthday party at our new home. They were exceptional from the first phone call and until the very end. The service and attention to details were superb! Laurel thought of things ahead of time & worked with me daily over the phone . The food was delicious - all my guests enjoyed the BBQ sliders, chicken, salads, appetizers! And the decor was so pretty too! All my guests also commented on how nice Laurel is....she was just SO attentive to everyone's needs but it also felt like Matt & Laurel were just part of the group - seamless, delicious, professional - what else do you need? HIghly recommend and will use again. Thank you Laurel & Matt! read more

I was in contact with Laurel inquiring about catering for a Wedding in Stinson Beach, CA. Despite the distance and the fact that it was an outside event, I was really impressed with Laurel's Can-do attitude! In addition, I had contacted 4 other catering business in and around Stinson Beach and not one of them picked up the phone! Laurel, on the other hand, made sure to make time to pick up the phone and have a conversation about my even, concerns, etc. She was honest, kind, understanding, and quick to response. I recommend this company especially for its professionalism. A rare find in this day and age! read more

I was planning an intimate gathering for ten friends, three of whom were celebrating milestone birthdays during the month. The venue was at a 2nd home in San Francisco, so I was not really familiar with caterers in the area. After researching feverishly, and working my way through a list of 15 (highly rated), I came into touch with Lauren and never looked back. From the start her communication, ideas and enthusiasm for my project gave me confidence that I had found the right person. Now that the event is (sadly) over, I truly feel that I discovered a gem....everything from start to finished was above and beyond. I hope I have the opportunity to work with her again, and would not hesitate to recommend her to others. Thanks again Laurel! read more

From the first phone call to the last dish being washed by Laurel's team, everything went perfectly. Laurel is a true professional with outstanding communication skills that leaves no stone unturned. Her chef, Howard, took care of all the cooking, prepping, cleaning during the party and her server Vinnie poured the wine, served the appetizers, and took a group shot of the motley crew at my husband's 70th birthday party. ALL of my guests complimented the food, and many of them went home with to go plates served up by Howard and Vinnie. Laurel is just lovely to work with and I hope to be able to have the pleasure to work with her again some day. Thanks for making my husband's 70th birthday party a smashing success! Ellen Kessler San Francisco read more

Getting married in San Francisco is really hard to do on the cheap (less than $10,000, in case you were wondering) The budget and your expectations clash continuously. We knew we had to find a caterer who would understand our cash constraints and our love of tasty food...especially tasty South-East Asian food. Our test question to each caterer we called: Can you make duck curry? Well, most caterers gave us long silences and then said they could try. Laurel said not only could she make it, but that her and Matt personally loved duck curry! Just the answer we were looking for. Laurel walked us though all the details of the wedding reception. She was courteous and kind throughout this process, even when we kept tweeking the menu. On our wedding day, the reception went incredibly smooth. The food was amazing and the wait staff were quick, professional and cool. And there were little extra touches that we loved (like the bowls of truffles and fruit out with the wedding cake). Our wedding guests told us over and over how much they loved the food. We couldn't be happier with Laurel's Catering! read more

I hired Laurel's Catering for a company party in SF. I was traveling from the east coast and needed someone reliable to help me pull this off. They not only cooked up some amazing food (best ribs ever), but they paid so much attention to detail. The party was a huge success, in large part to Laurel and Matt's help. I need my rib fix!!! Thx guys. read more

Laurel recently catered our son's baptism and it was amazing! We had been to a party she catered and knew she was one to remember. Laurel was wonderful to work with and put together a fabulous brunch. Everything was delicious including the tea sandwiches, pearl couscous, bacon and sausage, and salad. The top favorites were the creme brulee french toast with brioche and cupcakes for dessert. Laurel is extremely detail oriented, trustworthy and time efficient. We can't wait to do business with her again! read more

I used this company to cater a small dinner in a private home. Although we had a formal contract in place, we did not receive what was promised. While at first the owner was very pleasant to work with, I was not satisfied with the outcome and cannot recommend this company. In particular, I would not suggest them if there are dietary restrictions, such as gluten-free, or hard time constraints. read more

Laurel and Matt prepared our 25th Anniversary dinner in the Sonoma area and the experience was FANTASTIC from planning to organization of the event, delivery and service. The food was stunning and even better than what we would have expected. Attention to details, listening to all of our needs have been outstanding. They made our event unique and unforgettable for us and our guests. We highly recommend Laurel's catering. read more

We hired Laurel to cater our 15th Anniversary Celebration on October 27th, 2010 at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. The event was a fundraiser with appetizers during reception, a family-style meal preceding our presentation, and dessert and coffee served during the program. The event was attended by nearly 200 people. We chose Laurel because she had catered a smaller dinner party fundraising event hosted by our partners at Seventh Generation. Laurel was great to work with. Some of our priorities in choosing a caterer included price, flexibility of services, and sustainable business practices, and Laurel's Catering fit all three categories. Laurel went above and beyond to serve the highest quality food, and also helped us connect with vendors for other aspects of our event. She worked closely with us on the menu, and the meal was amazing. We had a somewhat complex set up because we did not want to interrupt our program with dinner and we wanted the event to feel elegant so we nixed the idea of a buffet from the start. Laurel was great and worked with us every step of the way. On the night of the event her staff was excellent and professional, and her Chef Pierre was a sweetheart and a joy to meet. I don't think that Laurel's Catering had catered an event this large and complex before, and the dinner was served later than we had scheduled. This was inconvenient, but I would still not hesitate to recommend Laurel's Catering for any event. You can see photos from our beautiful 15th Aniversary event here: http://picasaweb.google.com/103241848118507261135/15thAnniversaryCelebrationABetterLivingABetterLife# WAGES' mission is to build worker-owned green businesses that create healthy, dignified jobs for low-income women. We launch cooperatives where women develop personal and professional skills, become leaders, and gain economic security. read more