Catering by Carly

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Introduction: **Hello! I just returned from a 6 week trek across Italy, by myself, taking cooking courses along the way! I have new additions to my menu ❤️ They are not only delicious, but beautiful. Feel free to give me a call or email me for more information. My team and I would love to cater your special occasion! I use only high quality ingredients...including fresh herbs and vegetables from my garden, am very detail~oriented, and have a first~class team for catering events. I’m also available for private chef work and corporate events. Events I cater include anything from bachelor/bachelorette parties, surprise parties, dinner parties, children’s events, baby/bridal showers, holiday gatherings, anniversaries, brunches, corporate events, all the way up to 300 person events for the FBI. I grew up in the kitchen with my grandmothers, and have been super passionate about cooking since I was very young. I decided to put myself through Arizona Culinary Institute 6 years ago. I did my 5 month internship for the Colorado Rockies Baseball Organization, then started my own catering business...and I’m enjoying every minute! I am ServSafe certified as well as fully vaccinated. Feel free to check out my profile. I look forward to talking with you!

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Hired 69 times

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20 employees

7 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Square cash app, and Zelle.

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Joseph R.

Jan 8, 2024

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Catering by carly made dinner for 15 a great success. The food was delicious and execution was flawless. Was one of the highlights of the trip to Arizona. Her staff was friendly and polite. Bartender made great drinks and made rounds to ensure everyone always had (the margaritas were the favorite). Food was on time, well prepped, with the appetizer and hot serves being served throughout the house. Main course was served outside for everyone to share in. Would recommend and hire again.

Details: Shower (baby, bridal, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Barbecue • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Catering by Carly's reply

Thank you thank you, Joe! You all were GREAT. We had so much fun! Travel home safely!

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Laura D.

Nov 13, 2023

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If you want excellent food served by phenomenal staff, you will love Catering by Carly. I used her services for my husbands 70th birthday party for over 50 people and it was fantastic. All of our guests were over the top with positive feedback. I will definitely use Carly for future events and would highly recommend you do the same. I'd give more stars but this site only goes up to 5........

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • Italian • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Serving and warming equipment • I'm flexible

Catering by Carly's reply

Thank you, Laura and Randal! Sometimes there are clients and sometimes there are clients~turned~friends 🥰 And it truly was the best party ever! We loved your guests! Sooo looking forward to next time. I’ll bring your salt over tomorrow haha!

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Chris R.

Sep 6, 2023

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Incredible experience for a micro wedding for 15 people in Sedona. Truly amazing. Carly is very detail oriented and has the right experience to create a very high end dinner party at a reasonable price. Her background and experience make her the perfect person to create your vision. Super flexible and accommodating with regards to menu planning and helping achieve our vision! Carly and her team were very professional and efficient when in the kitchen and all of the plates meals were served on time. I would hire her again in a heartbeat! Hands down. Thank you, Carly!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Italian • Asian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Catering by Carly's reply

Thank you so much, Chris! Your wedding was GORGEOUS! Everything about it, from the color scheme of the outfits (PERFECT for Sedona), to the tablescape, to the scenery. Well done! Congratulations, and we look forward to seeing you all again!

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Elizabeth N.

Mar 13, 2023

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Carly was wonderful to work with and contributed enormously to our being able to host a beautiful bridal shower for my incredible niece. Carly responded quickly and informatively via email and phone, suggested a perfect menu and prepared amazing food for us. Instead of traditional shower games, we asked Carly to demonstrate creating a fantastic charcuterie board for us- very inspirational not to mention delicious! I recommend Carly’s Catering without any hesitation- I would definitely hire her again- the event was just beautiful!

Details: Bridal or baby shower • Lunch • Alcoholic drinks • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • American - casual • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Cloth napkins • Premium (high end ingredients)

Catering by Carly's reply

Thank you thank you thank you, Betsy! That was definitely a first~class shower…well done! We really enjoyed being with all of you, and the Charcuterie demo was so fun. I loved teaching how to do the little touches like the roses and cucumber wings 🥰 Travel safely home today, and thank you again for this wonderful review! #trufflehoney😍

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Brock c.

Sep 28, 2023

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Carly was a pleasure to work with! The food was delicious and beautiful. We hosted a group of 10 ladies and everyone was so impressed and appreciative! Thank you Carly for everything!

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • Mexican / Latin American • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Catering by Carly's reply

Thanks so much, Brock! It was great working with you, and getting to meet all of you great women!! Hopefully we can do it again when you come back! 🩷

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
After consultation and the decision to move forward, I take a non refundable deposit to secure your date for you. I add on an 18% gratuity upon your approval, and I charge a $100 site inspection fee.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am Arizona Culinary Institute trained, as well as ServSafe certified.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I’ve worked with a wide variety of clients! Ranging from the FBI, Phx Fire Dpt, health and wellness coaches holding retreats in Sedona, Scottsdale, California and Colorado, and many heads of corporations, not to mention clients with gluten/dairy allergies 🤍

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