Catering by Carly

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$75/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

Serves Phoenix, AZ

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

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Kaz B.

Apr 15, 2025

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Carly and the staff made every effort possible to make our planned bachelor party a fun and easy going experience. If you are looking for quality food with a friendly and fun staff, Carly is your chef!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • American - casual • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Nancy N.

Jan 1, 2025

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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.

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Bailey F.

Dec 26, 2024

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Carly and her team are a dream to work with. Their food is divine using quality ingredients, served hot and fresh. The team takes care of every aspect from start to finish, providing excellent service to you and your guests, and ensuring the presentation is beautiful and elevated. I would use Carly and her team again and again, knowing It would be a top notch experience every time.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 21 - 35 guests • Breakfast / brunch • I'm flexible • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • French • Vegetarian or vegan • Gluten free or celiac • Dairy intolerant • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Thank you so much, Bailey! We look forward to next time!!

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Sydney S.

Aug 9, 2021

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Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Italian • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Asian • French • Barbecue • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Erin E.

Aug 7, 2024

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

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Wedding and Event Catering

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Carlene Browner Wheeler

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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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