Rachel is an earth mama in all the best ways. The moment I met her, I was so grateful I chose her…read moreto cater our very special Father's Day event, with the people I love most dearly as my guests. I have rarely felt so well cared for. And I'm talking start to finish. If you want genuine care and warmth, in addition to absolutely delicious food, Rachel is your woman.

Chef Rachel and crew catered our daughter's 40th birthday in this past weekend. We had @ 30…read moreguests so it was a fairly sizable engagement. Not only was the food fantastic, the service was equally exceptional! Beyond that, Rachel was highly responsive throughout the entire process, which gave me comfort that the event would be a great success, which it was. Thank you chef Rachel for the love, care and craftsmanship you put into our daughter's birthday celebration - you made the event that much more memorable for everyone there. Continued success, you deserve it!!!

typically do not leave reviews so when I do it's either absolutely phenomenal or far In comparison…read more Epicurean Escape Catering was by far PHENOMENAL! Matt and Patrick were extremely friendly and the food was to die for! We celebrated our microwedding in Mill Valley and I have always selected new restaurants based on yelps top reviewed restaurants. I figured this would be the best way to go to select a catering option for an area we're not local to or able to try before in person. The reviews did not steer us wrong. We would love to book again after experiencing the food and stellar service. Appetizers: We ordered the heirloom tomato bruschetta which was one of my favorites! The tomatoes were fresh and every bite was memorable! The goat cheese croquettes were to die for and the braised pork shoulder had everyone coming back for more! Dinner: I'm not a huge kale person but we had an amazing kale Caesar salad that had me hoping I could recreate it at home. I honestly don't think there was any left over! It was accompanied by the grilled antipasto platter which complemented the lasagna dinner we had perfectly! The vegetables were cooked and seasoned to perfection! We had the classic bolognese lasagna and red wine braised boneless beef short ribs for our dinner option which were gone in the blink of an eye. Dessert: To top it off, we finished with the mini amaretto panna cotta and blackberry coulis. They were as delicious as they were aesthetically appealing!

Think twice (or more) and don't do it!…read more A group of four couples (hailing from Michigan to New Mexico) were flying into Napa for a long-planned get-together. We rented a home through VRBO and thought it would be a treat to have a catered meal from Epicurean Escape. The price was over $1000 but seemed well worth it and we paid the bill 10 days prior to our arrival. Unfortunately, if not unbelievably, we were alerted by VRBO the very next day that our contract was being cancelled as the rental house had just been purchased by a new owner. Thinking we might have to cancel the trip as VRBO might not have an alternative (they did not), we immediately contacted the caterer that we would have to cancel plans. This was 9 days prior to the planned dinner. The caterer then informed us that this was beyond their normal 10 day cancellation policy and there was nothing they could do other than a (hold your breath) 25% refund!! provide a 'credit' - a great idea for a group of 8 with most of us living thousands of miles away, or assisting us in relocating to a new venue. We eventually located a hotel where we could stay and proceeded with the trip - still very much disappointed with the caterer for not refunding our money with 9 days prior notice (along with forwarding them the note of cancellation from VRBO). With a $150 delivery fee charged by the caterer for delivery to our hotel, and no way for us to warm the food in our rooms, we anticipated the meal would arrive on serving trays with sterno heaters. But of course not.. The server who delivered the food was very nice and accommodating (we tipped them as well even though the paid contract already included an 18% gratuity fee). We began eating immediately, only to find all the food (fish and beef main courses) at room temperature. Perhaps everything would have tasted better had it been heated, but classifying the meal as 'mediocre' would be overly kind. Making matters worse (if that's possible), we have been promised a 'final' contract as three of the planned attendees could not attend, and the caterer agreed to 'adjust', only to never hear back from them almost 2 weeks later. Inflexible policy + less than thrilling meals = at least in my book, an experience worth avoiding at all costs. Caveat emptor.

Let's start with the most important piece: Ron Foster is a BBQ wizard. He has the most delicious…read morefall-off-the bone ribs, and his chicken is so perfectly seasoned and moist and tender. Truly the very top of the notch meat, slow cooked all day with TLC. He cares about his food, and it shines. Sonoma County BBQ catered our wedding of 180 last weekend, and did an outstanding job. Ron was there every step of the way; easy going, accommodating, and happy to fulfill our requests. Not only did he do the food, but he provided staff at a very reasonable rate. His wife Debbie worked on our wedding day too, and was friendly, organized and worked so hard to make the day smooth. We requested that all 180 chairs be moved from the ceremony site to the reception site during our cocktail hour. This wasn't an easy job, and they did it without a bat of the eye. Did I mention the food is amazing? Multiple people came up to us during the reception, and have been contacting us this past week to tell us it was the best wedding food they have ever had. Maybe that's because it's not wedding food, it's awesome BBQ, and we're fortunate enough that they happen to do weddings! Ron has this big smoker that looks like a train engine - it's very cool. We didn't know until it happened, but he has an air horn on the smoker that he sounds when it's time to eat. Pretty neat, not going to lie. Now, if Ron would open a restaurant where we live in Alameda - I'd figure out a way to give him 6 stars on here. Bravo to Ron and Debbie, and the Sonoma County BBQ staff. Book them for your big day - your expectations will be surpassed!

We had Sonoma County BBQ come and cater a large group out at Lake Sonoma. Ron was there SUPER early…read moreto smoke ribs all day. It was an absolute smash hit. People loved the food, Ron is very easy going and easy to get along with and man does that guy know his BBQ! It was like having a master chef come and cook you dinner with a full portable smoke station. They provided some simple but yummy sides and the ribs were out of this world. They even did a couple vegetarian options that worked out great. We were blown away by the time and dedication SC BBQ puts into their food and they really made the party a complete win. Can't recommend them enough. Super nice, friendly, affordable and the quality of the food and prep will blow you away.

We had an incredible experience with Susan and the Trends team for our wedding. From the very first…read moreconversation, they were not only personable but also truly consultative, taking the time to understand our vision and preferences. Their attention to detail was impeccable--from helping with designing a menu that reflected our taste to ensuring everything ran smoothly on the day of. Example- our signature cocktails waiting for us right after the aisle! The trends team took incredible care of us and our guests, and everyone complimented the food. Definitely recommend the Thai quesadillas for appetizer, but every single dish was truly delightful and cooked to perfection, and the presentation was beautiful. If you're looking for a caterer who genuinely listens, offers thoughtful suggestions, and delivers exceptional service, Trends is the one. Susan even ran out mid wedding to get more ice during our extra hot day! Trends helped make our wedding day unforgettable, and we can't recommend them highly enough!

Trends is a must have at your wedding!…read more Susan and her team were incredible every step of the way. From the introductory meal, to the table settings, to the main event. All done with extraordinary kindness, patience, and care. For apps, we chose beef quesadillas, tequila shrimp, and the salmon corn cakes. For entrees, we chose the salmon and the chicken, of which they have plenty of variety. For vegetarians/vegans, there was a stuffed mushroom option. Finally, for sides, we had risotto, polenta, and fresh vegetables. All absolutely delicious. Our first introductory meal was sooooo good, and included a rocky road brownie that blew my mind. I wasn't sure how the food would taste for the main event, adding 75 more family style servings. But it was just as fantastic. The consistency was very impressive. The best thing we can say about Trends Catering is that we wish it was an actual brick and mortar restaurant. Because my wife and I would go there at least once a week... If you're looking for catering for your wedding or any other event, we cannot recommend Trends enough :)

Bobbi and her staff are the best. The food was delicious and the right temperature and amount. She…read morewas very easy to work with and had perfect recommendations for the menu.

We used Bobbi and her wonderful catering team for my son's engagement party, and they helped make…read morethe whole evening feel so special. The crew was warm, friendly, and incredibly attentive, and they brought such a happy energy to the celebration. The food was absolutely delicious--our guests kept commenting on how good everything was. We're so grateful for the care they put into the event and would happily recommend them and will definitely use again. Thank you Bobbi and P'Nosh Catering.

Jose catered paella for my birthday celebration. I can't recommend him highly enough. I cook paella…read moremyself, so I know a real pro. He provided great performance for the party goers and I know a few of them went back for third helpings!! We had his Marisco paella. Treat yourself and your friends to Paella Guy!!

Booked this business online and told him i was mailing check and contract. Contacted him after no…read morefurther communication and he claimed he never got my deposit and that my date was rebooked but "maybe he could find a second crew." AFTER THIS HE GHOSTED ME BY EMAIL AND PHONE. I emailed him multiple times to find out what happened to our deposit and if he could indeed still cater our party. Zero response. I also called multiple times and he never returned calls. I can only assume he got a bigger gig and chucked our contract in the trash. AVOID AT ALL COSTS. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL OTHER REVIEWS ARE OVER 5 YEARS OLD SO THIS MAY NOT BE A LEGIT BUSINESS.

Super freaking cool guy and great crew, they were awesome, responsive and great tacos!…read moreHighly recommend and will use them for future events.

A great choice for catering! They were organized, on time, and had great customer service. The…read moretacos were fresh and tasty! I loved that they had their own set up and were independent. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!

Amazing food quality and service. Charlie is a fantastic caterer and Chef. I had the pleasure of…read moremeeting him while he was buying fresh ingredients for a job. I then hired him to be my caterer. His services were fabulous. My guests loved his food. Food quality and preparation were outstanding.

Derek is an absolute gem of a guy. The catering he prepared for a big group was exactly what we…read moreneeded. Delicious, hearty portions, and fresh. Serving home cooked food for 355 people is not easy to pull off. Well he and his team did it without batting an eye. Everyone raved about the dinner, and I didn't have to stress about pleasing a big crowd. A huge hit! I cannot thank him enough.

I love Mediterranean food and I read the rave reviews about Mazza in Sonoma Magazine. I had the…read moreroasted chicken and potatoes and salad and true to it's name - it's the best chicken ever. YUM. Simple goodness. My man had the shawarma and said it was really good but, different than he expected. They are located in a basic spot, industrial strip mall area on Clegg and North McDowell in the old bagel shop north Petaluma. Nice service.

Mazza Catering has opened up a lunch spot in Petaluma!!! It's tucked away in an industrial area off…read moreClegg Circle & North McDowell Blvd. I took my 88-year old friend, Carita, there for lunch today. She had the 17-spice chicken and ate almost the whole thing (she saved the rest for dinner). It came with roasted potatoes and a small salad. I had the chicken shawarma which is wrapped in a lovely thin pita bread and topped with a pomegranate drizzle. Amazing!!! The flatbread was melt in your mouth good, just the right amount of cheese and unabashed spices. I highly recommend it!