One of the best things we enjoy about what we do is that we have the privilege of serving clientele from all different cultures, religions and backgrounds. Sometimes we infuse this into their menu story, sometimes they want to stay true to some delicious California cuisine with a nod to our Southern California heritage, which is what Zehan and William chose to do, as you will see by their menu below.
With their ceremony in half Chinese and half English, the joy that was present during their vows is best shown in the photo to the right. After the ceremony, guests adjourned to the Barrel Room for a grazing board of delectable edibles in the warm, romantic glow only winery barrel rooms can provide. One of the biggest hits of the night was the Photo Booth, which was always full.
It was a pleasure producing Zahen and William’s wedding day and we wish them every happiness in their new life together.
Small weddings are some of our favorites. Add in a splendid private home with lush landscape overlooking sweeping views of Santa Barbara, a sweet couple in love, friends and family, some “bubbly” ambiance, delicious feasting, and Julia and Dylan were on their way to Happily Ever After.
Event Story Vignette: When you hire a full-service caterer who is intimately familiar with all of the best locations in an area, you are making an investment in “insurance” for your wedding. Catering Connection’s own Philippe Berger was quick on his feet when the weather was predicted to change at Katelyn and Jake’s original Santa Barbara outdoor park location. He swiftly found the whimsical and romantic Carousel House at Chase Palm Park (right across from the beach) and went to work to re-design and configure the set up to ensure this couple had their dream wedding (and check out the photos – we think he greatly succeeded). While it did not end up raining as hard or at the time originally predicted, the setting could not have been more perfect, and everyone stayed dry and comfortable.
They say necessity is the mother of invention. They also say that rain on your wedding day is good luck. Angela and Julian got to experience both on their wedding day at QAD’s corporate headquarters which overlook the stunning Santa Barbara coastline.
Naya and Kevin are food industry professionals and as such, wanted a more relaxed vibe at their Santa Barbara wine country wedding at the renowned Firestone Winery and Vineyards. To accomplish this, we did a combination of tables for seated dining, as well as tall cocktail tables for standing, which encouraged more mixing and mingling. We also provided food stations, which provided guest engagement and delighted the senses, as well as some fun conversation about the featured live flatbread station with onsite wood fire oven (see flatbread menu below). 
If we had to choose one word to describe the vibe of Rachel and William’s wedding day, it would be “joy”. There was laughter from start to finish as friends and family gathered at the historic Santa Barbara property Rancho Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm Greenhouse to celebrate. And what goes better with bringing people together to celebrate on a farm than delicious cuisine featuring some of our most popular farm-fresh & seasonal Italian dishes, topped off with decadent dessert options like Chocolate Bliss wedding cake as well as a mini-dessert buffet, including Tiramisu?
Dos Pueblos Ranch is one of Santa Barbara’s most historic locations. Once a working ranch about a century ago, it now includes several event sites – each incredibly unique (ocean view, private estate, pole barn and…. a greenhouse). Britney and Aviv chose the gorgeous and versatile greenhouse for their nuptial celebration, which was chock full of distinct personal charm, including favorite recipes from family and the bridal party, which were shared with guests and incorporated into the event design (see photos below) and a special appearance by their beloved pooch. 
Family and friends pulled together for many elements of Kassia and Nathan’s romantic wedding at Rockwood Woman’s Club (check out the gorgeous floral design). And with one of Santa Barbara’s most experienced wedding planners Ann Johnson at the helm, this event was full of charm and beauty.
What’s more special and intimate than a sweet inn tucked in the mountain town of Ojai and celebrating your nuptials at that inn with your closest family and friends? Ixchtel and Eric kept it small but special. They opted for family style meal service, allowing all to choose exactly what they wanted and kept the focus on delicious food, enjoying each other.
Let’s be honest, the holidays are more romantic with snow. But in Santa Barbara, where palm trees sway and the average winter temperature is 65 degrees by day and 45 by night, snow doesn’t really happen. So sometimes you have to create your own magic. And that’s exactly what Bella Vista Designs did for our corporate client Logic Monitor for their holiday party with their snow machine and specialty lighting. Throw in some fabulous music for a celebratory vibe, fun photobooth and a cookie decorating station, all held at one of Santa Barbara’s most iconic event venues tucked under a magic canopy, and that’s a recipe for a successful party employees will remember for years to come.