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Catering by Carly
Catering by Carly

Catering by Carly

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$65/person
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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!
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 85 times

18 similar jobs done near you

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20 employees

8 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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2024

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2023

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2022

Services offered
Event type
Meal

Breakfast or brunch

Lunch

Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

Non-alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks

Coffee or tea

Projects and media

348 photos

Projects and media

348 photos

Reviews

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

Exceptional 5.0

70 reviews

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Nancy N.
Jan 1, 2025
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I highly recommend Carly. The food she prepared was amazing and beautifully presented. She and her assistant were professional and took care of everything. They made my daughter’s wedding amazing!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 21 - 35 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • I'm flexible • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Catering by Carly's reply
Thank you very much, Nancy. you did such a wonderful job with the wedding, and we were so honored to be a part of it!
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Erin E.
Aug 7, 2024
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Catering by Carly was the perfect addition to our special event. It was such a relief to have the catering taken care of with attention to every detail and extremely high quality. The food & drinks were presented beautifully, fresh and absolutely delicious! Highly recommend Carly and her staff! My standards are high, and all boxes were checked! Thank you for making everything so special for our family and friends!

Details: Wedding • Dinner • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Catering by Carly's reply
Thank you so much, Erin! High standards are a very good thing! It was our pleasure to create a great experience for you all ❤️
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Danielle J.
Jul 17, 2024
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Catering by Carly has been wonderful to work with. Attention to details has made me feel confident that my dinner will be what I need it to be.

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Kay W.
Jul 17, 2024
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Our guests all raved about the dinner we had catered. The menu was absolutely exquisite, the service excellent. Definitely using Catering by Carly again!

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Catering by Carly's reply
I appreciate this very much, Kay! Thank you, and we look forward to providing excellent service again for you!
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Shay M.
Jul 16, 2024
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I recently had the pleasure of hiring Catering by Carly for a simple dinner party, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From start to finish, Carly and her team were professional, attentive, and genuinely passionate about making our casual event special. Food quality: The food was delicious! Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Carly's attention to detail and fresh, high-quality ingredients set her catering apart. Service: The service was impeccable. Carly and her staff were courteous, and prompt, and went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. They were attentive to our needs and flexible with last-minute changes, making the entire experience stress-free for me as the host. Presentation: The presentation of the food was elegant and tasteful. Carly's artistic touch was evident in every dish, adding an extra layer of sophistication to our dinner party. It was clear that much thought and effort went into ensuring everything looked as good as it tasted. Professionalism: Carly was incredibly professional throughout the entire process. From our initial consultation to the event, she communicated clearly, listened to our preferences, and delivered exactly what we wanted. Her passion for her craft was evident, and it was a pleasure working with someone who truly cares about their clients' satisfaction. Overall experience: I highly recommend Catering by Carly for any event, big or small. Carly's dedication to excellence and her team's outstanding service made our dinner party a memorable occasion. We received numerous compliments from our guests, and I will definitely be using her services again in the future. Thank you, Carly, for making our evening so special!

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Catering by Carly's reply
Shay! What an amazing review! You should be a writer! Thank you THANK YOU. I look forward to our next experience together, and thank you for giving Catering by Carly this wonderful opportunity 🥰❤️
Wedding and Event Catering
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Carlene Browner Wheeler

FAQs

  • 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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