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Celebrating Catering Connection’s 25 Years In Business | A Legacy Built by Design

May 25, 2020 by

Creating a legacy business doesn’t just happen by default.  It is by design.  And within that design, if you look closely enough, you will see micro threads of hard work, grit, opportunity, relationship-building, a commitment and adherence to a standard of excellence all making up the masterpiece that showcases a successful business celebrating its 25th year as one of Santa Barbara’s leading and most-trusted catering companies.  Please join us in celebrating Catering Connection’s 25th year in business! The story of … Read More

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Brooke and Brandon’s Santa Barbara Courthouse & Unitarian Society Wedding

April 29, 2020 by

The unmistakable iconic backdrop of the Santa Barbara Courthouse and its historic Mural Room set the tone for Brooke and Brandon’s emotional vows.  Meanwhile, just a few blocks away, our team was getting ready to welcome the newlyweds and their guests at the lovely Unitarian Society for a tapas-style reception in true Santa Barbara style. Some special notes on this wedding: The groom is a distiller on the East Coast and we loved making some of the specialty cocktails from … Read More

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Sarah and Jon’s Unitarian Society Wedding

April 25, 2020 by

Uncomplicated and focused on a beautiful Santa Barbara iconic wedding location backdrop with delicious Mexican-style feast, Sarah and Jon’s wedding celebration was filled with joy. We love special occasions which are infused with a variety of cultures and traditions. The diversity of this wedding was subtle, but not unnoticed:  from a ceremony in a Christian church, to the Hora at the reception and the delicious taco-bar dinner buffet with ceremonial wedding cake cutting being a custom lemon tart we created … Read More

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Zehan and William’s Gainey Vineyard Wedding Celebration

March 31, 2020 by

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 … Read More

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Julia and Dylan’s Springtime Private Estate Wedding

March 23, 2020 by

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 Menu: Elegantly Displayed Hors d’oeuvres: Artisan Cheese Board with Seasonal Fruits, Walnuts, Fig Preserve, Local Honey Served with Crusty Breads & Lavosh Crackers | Tray-Passed Hors D’Oeuvres: Steak Bites with Blue Cheese … Read More

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Katelyn and Jake’s Romantic Carousel Wedding

March 1, 2020 by

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 … Read More

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Angela and Julian’s Ocean Vista Wedding

February 6, 2020 by

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. As experienced event professionals, we are used to accommodating last minute changes and adjustments, so when the skies opened and started raining 30 minutes prior to ceremony start time, our team quickly jumped to action and packed the … Read More

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Naya and Kevin’s Firestone Winery Wedding: A Food Station & Guest-Interactive Experience

January 28, 2020 by

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 … Read More

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Rachel and William’s Romantic Greenhouse Wedding Celebration

January 23, 2020 by

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 … Read More

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Britney and Aviv’s Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm Greenhouse Wedding

December 31, 2019 by

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 … Read More

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