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Terra Cotta Catering Company

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About
Hi! I’m Chef Michelle, owner of Terra Cotta Catering Co. With over a decade of professional experience, I specialize in elevated, seasonal private dining experiences built around locally sourced ingredients. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or hosting a larger gathering, I handle every detail—from menu design to execution—so you can relax and enjoy your guests. My approach is ingredient-driven, refined, and tailored to create a memorable, restaurant-quality experience in your own space. I’d love to hear more about your event and start designing something special for you.
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Hired 10 times

Serves Nashville, TN

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1 employee

1 year in business

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Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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

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TJ H.

May 10, 2026

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The experience was absolutely exceptional from start to finish. Every dish was crafted with care using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and you could truly taste the difference. The presentation alone was stunning—each platter was thoughtfully arranged and visually impressive, elevating the entire dining experience. The food itself was incredible, flavorful, fresh, and clearly prepared with passion and skill. The spread was more than worth it, offering both variety and quality that exceeded expectations. What stood out just as much was the attention to detail throughout service. The trays and platforms were consistently kept full, ensuring guests could enjoy everything without interruption. This was more than just a meal, it was a beautifully executed culinary experience that showcased both artistry and dedication. Highly recommend.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Lunch • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • Southern • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Terra Cotta Catering Company's reply
Thank you Tj! It was truly a pleasure to serve your friends and family while they celebrated on such a beautiful day :)
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Sue D.

Mar 17, 2026

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Michelle was amazing to work with. She was responsive, listened to my needs and designed a menu that fit well with 10 kids and 10 adults. Everyone raved about the spread put out and especially loved the taste of her pancakes. If you’re looking for an experienced professional chef, give Michelle a try.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 21 - 35 guests • Breakfast / brunch • I'm flexible • American - casual • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Terra Cotta Catering Company's reply
Thank you so much Sue :) It was a pleasure to help your family celebrate a birthday.
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Janine L.

2 weeks ago

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This was absolutely amazing food! Had a birthday lunch for my boss and he really enjoyed it as all of us that enjoyed it with him!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Lunch • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • Asian • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Adriana G.

1 month ago

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We looked into a few companies for our daughters graduation celebration and decided to go with Terracota Catering Co. Best decision ever!Michelle is the chef behind this company and we loved our experience for many reasons.Reliability: Michelle arrived on time and was extremely well organized. She cooked and prepared everything on-site and all by herself and always seemed to have everything under control.Quality: The food was excellent. We chose a menu with meat, chicken, and several vegetable dishes everything was flavorful and cooked to the perfect temperature -specially the meat, which we really appreciated. Dessert was also delicious and was even served with a touch of edible flowerscute!Food display: we chose a buffet-style setup and everything was beautifully arranged (no foil containers).Cleanliness: At the end, Michelle made sure to leave the kitchen spotless and even stored all the leftovers in containers she provided.Michelle is very focused and has a lovely personality. Shes warm, professional, and truly cares about making the event special. We couldnt recommend Terracota Catering more.Thank you for making of our daughters graduation such a special experience.
Terra Cotta Catering Company's reply
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review Adriana. It was a pleasure being part of your daughter’s graduation celebration, and I’m so glad you enjoyed the food and experience. I truly appreciate your support and kind words!
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D. T.

Mar 20, 2026

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Great experience! We come to Nashville often, I definitely see booking her again. Great conversation, food, very easy to get along with. Price is really reasonable considering how good the service is. Thank you! Definitely will be booking you again.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Standard (basic ingredients) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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