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.
Jim M. Sausalito, CA (Yelp! Review)

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!
Tina Bennet Chicago, IL (Yelp! Review)

Hi Laurel,
I have been meaning to email you. Your Valentine's dinner was an unbelievably wonderful experience. That food was exquisite and the service was top notch. I have been telling everyone I know about it :)
Thank you for everything.
Steve Melamed - Redwood City

Dear Laurel,
Thank you for making our event a raving success! I so appreciated every small gesture you did--bartending, coat checking, serving, and always smiling and making sure I had a glass of wine in my hand.
Thanks to Matt, too, who went out of the way to save the day with the cake!
One thing is for sure, we have found our caterer for all our future events.
Best to you,
Kiran & Vino - San Francisco

Dear Laurel & Matt,
Thanks so much for your superb management of the cuisine (and other arrangements) for yesterday's party.
We appreciate your hard work and the magnificient results!
We heard so many positive comments about the food; everything tasted great!
Many, many thanks...Russ & Judy Dieter - Santa Rosa

We got raves. The wedding next day was wonderful and also great catering. Everyone was happy and glowing by the end.
Thanks for making my recipes . I Felt a good rapport over the phone, but enjoyed you even more in person.
All Best,
Andrea Scheidler - Mill Valley

Hi Laurel! I was cleaning out my email box and realized that I had not responded to tell you what a great success the food was. Perfect amount and everybody really enjoyed it! We look forward to working with you again.
Debbie Wanner - Cellerant Therapeutics, San Carlos