Catering By Design

without Terri and her amazing team. Our guests are still raving about the quality of the food!

rol. The staff were phenomenal, so professional, attentive and genuinely nice. Our florist who is also a family member, said this is the absolute best catering group she has ever worked with. Everyone was incredibly helpful and accommodating. The food was phenomenal and it was presented so beautifully. So many of our guests told us they were so delighted and impressed with the food! We are so grateful to Terri and her team for making our wedding day absolutely perfect!! We absolutely recommend Catering by Design!

be it food or cocktails. Our every need was definitely tended to for our big day. Last but not least, Stephanie was AMAZING. She was so patient with every single one of my insane and probably totally annoying questions. We had a budget, and it was important to stick to it. She did everything she could to help us meet it and explained every detail along the way. It was also a surprise wedding, and she was great about working with our planner to put everything together.

food was absolutely incredible, and our guests are still talking about the tater tot bar. Thank you for the most magical day!

d the food and they keep talking about how cool it was to see the museum during cocktail hour. It was everything we had hoped for.

ut Kristen Medici was very understanding and worked with us, putting together a budget-friendly proposal, and we’re so glad she did! Kristen went above and beyond to make our event a success. We were planning from out-of-town, so most of our communication was via email and phone. Along the way, Kristen was consistently responsive to questions and changes. She also took on a lot of month-of and day-of event planning, including writing up our timeline, contacting vendors to coordinate load-in and setup, and coordinating our ceremony. This meant that we were able to really enjoy our day without worrying about the flow of the event at the venue, and we could not be more grateful for all of that help. Kristen and her staff even snuck us away right after the ceremony for some hors d’oeuvres, wine, and a moment of privacy. We really felt taken care of. On top of Kristen’s exemplary planning and support, the service was impeccable, and the food was outstanding. We received so many compliments from our friends and relatives. Several of our guests said they had never had such good food at a wedding before. Overall, we wholeheartedly recommend Kristen and CBD!

d say nothing but the nicest things about their interactions with the staff across the board, and we feel the same way. From our first interaction with Kristen, we knew that we wanted her in charge of our wedding day, and she did not disappoint. It was a perfect day, and a lot of that is due to Catering By Design's tremendous efforts. We look forward to working with them again, and couldn't recommend them more!

eccable, and the venue was gorgeous. You can't go wrong here - hire CBD!

every step of the way. Catering by Design provided the most amazing food and service on our wedding day at the College of Physicians. From the butlered appetizers, to the stations, to the entrees, to dessert - everything went seamlessly! I truly hope I get to attend a wedding in the future so I can experience it all over again! Cannot thank them enough!

t of our planning. The food was fantastic and CBD was so flexible - we were able to make exactly the menu we wanted! We highly recommend Catering by Design!

CBD's ability to accommodate my vegan diet and made sure I was taken care of on our wedding day. Thank you to all of the staff at CBD - we had a great experience!

tion. I need to start with Liz. She was our main point of contact at CbD / The College. She was extremely professional, knowledgeable, organized, and had immense patience with me and my 10,000 questions. She was outstanding!! From the very beginning, I left like we were in very good hands. In terms of food / drinks, we wanted to have a fusion of Indian and American cuisine. My husband and I cared very much about the quality of the food and drinks – it was our number one priority item. Liz and her team worked with us on every detail to create a customized menu for the cocktail hour and reception to meet what we were envisioning. In addition, Liz and her team took care to deliver on a custom cake decoration idea I had in mind and a matched the taste of a signature drink my husband created. No detail was over looked. Our guests raved to us about the meatballs station and the passed hor d’oeuvres during the cocktail hour, and the entrées at the reception. They were exceptional! The staff and chefs at Catering by Design went above and beyond and I highly recommend them without reservation. -Sam & Chris

so flawlessly. The team took time to get to know us, and our tastes, which made the process so smooth and enjoyable. My guests RAVED about the food after our event, which was one of the main priorities for us. I am attending a CBD wedding in the fall and cannot wait to experience one as a guest. If I ever need a cater/event planning again, Kristen and CBD will be my go-to.

had the best time at the tasting and she answered all of our (many) questions. The food was delicious and we got tons of comments about how great it was. I would definitely recommend!

g on our wedding day. They appointed one floor staff member to take care of my husband and me, bringing us our own tray of food at the cocktail hour, drinks all night, and made sure we had enough dinner. Such a great, personal touch. Our guests raved about the food, both in taste and in presentation. Top-notch food, quality, service, and attention to detail. Thank you, CBD!

planning, and every interaction we had with Nancy and Lindsay was punctual, professional, and truly enjoyable. They made communication very easy from the start, and were always flexible with us as our wedding day vision formed and changed. Our theme was a little unique and, in my mind, a little challenging to execute with decorations and florals, but they embraced it along with us and had great ideas that pulled it all together aesthetically. (I should note that I emailed them A LOT about various details over the 12 month period and they always honored every request and answered every small question promptly and thoroughly). They also made themselves available to fit our somewhat unique work schedules, so every phone call or meeting in person was made very easy for us. They even put up with us and some family members paying impromptu visits to our venue to work on decorative planning. The food was another awesome aspect of working with CBD on our wedding. From the menu selection process, to the tasting, to the food on the actual day, everything was delicious and the menu options available from CBD's chefs were all interesting and varied. We were thrilled with the menu we landed on (fried chicken, mashed potatoes, braised brisket, cherry pie instead of wedding cake with fresh whipped cream, etc) and many guests made a point to let us know how great all the food was. We were very happy to have leftovers to continue enjoying after the wedding day. All of the servers on the actual day were also excellent and very attentive. Our venue required some extra help from CBD staff to usher guests to the right areas for different events throughout the night, and they pulled this off seamlessly while making sure every guest had champagne in hand for the toast and anything else they needed. Mary, the server who took care of me and my husband throughout the night, was especially attentive and made sure we always had food and drink whenever we wanted/needed. As fine dining restaurant workers ourselves, we really appreciated the excellent service CBD provided us and our guests (and we expected nothing less!). Lastly, we also used CBD's design and floral team, Garnish, for our flowers. As a bride who didn't really have an exact vision for the flowers, I can say I'm so glad we turned it over to Carolyn and the rest of the Garnish team. Our flowers were GORGEOUS and perfect for the season, theme, and budget we had in mind. They also matched the bridesmaids' dresses perfectly, without that being something we tried exactly to do. We even had our two dogs involved in our outdoor ceremony at Bolingbroke, and they threw in two matching dog flower collars free of charge on top of everything else. Even with decorative ideas and pieces we brought in ourselves, Carolyn, Nancy and Lindsay had great ideas and were very helpful with our additions and execution of all things decorative. If we had to plan our wedding all over again, we would definitely choose Catering by Design. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect thanks to them, and we would highly recommend their team to anyone in the Philly area planning a wedding. We can't thank you enough, Nancy, Lindsay, Carolyn, and team!

ing went perfectly, and we couldn't be happier with the way that everything turned out. We received many comments from our guests about how perfect all of the food was - especially the raw bar during cocktail service and the filets during dinner service. The CBD team not only provided the cocktail hour and dinner service, but worked with us to design our wedding cake and to provide the flowers for the event. Would definitely recommend Nancy and the CBD team to any of our friends planning an event.

imes we were able to meet with her, it was productive and well worth it. She helped to work with our budget and was honest and realistic about anything that might add unnecessary cost. Now, for the CBD's service during the actual wedding. Let me just say that I felt like a guest at my own wedding. I had passed off whatever I was bringing (alcohol, name cards, programs, etc) and they proceeded to set everything up beautifully! Garnish (the florists at CBD) were able to capture the look and feel from just one conversation and a pinterest board. If there was any drama, I did not hear of it. During cocktail hour, they made sure that my husband and I were being fed and we were given amazing service! Food and service was amazing all around! Can't be more grateful for the wonderful night they helped to create!

f. Liz was our go-to contact person at the College after Diana got us set up. Liz was amazing--I am a nervous and meticulous planner that obsesses over minute details. Liz was there to answer every question and concern I had promptly, while also giving her advice and suggestions along the way. This was especially important for my wife and I as we planned the entire wedding while living in a completely different part of the country. In the end, this meant that during the wedding itself, my wife and I were care-free as everything went perfectly as planned. Catering By Design at the College is a well oiled machine--everything was taken care of and we enjoyed the day immensely. The venue at the College was everything we had hoped for. Luckily the weather was perfect so we had our ceremony outdoors. Yet we would not have been worried if it was too hot or if it was raining, as one of the reasons why we chose the College in the first place was because their indoor ceremony space is just as beautiful as their outdoor garden. The ballroom for the reception was grand and made for the perfect setting for our party. As for the food? Amazing. The cocktail hour food was delicious (CBD delivered our food to the bridal suite while our guests enjoyed downstairs). For dinner, we went with three stations: Mashed potato bar, tuscan grille, and a Taco Bar. We were not surprised by how great the food was, as we had gone to a tasting 8 months before the actual wedding date. The cake was super yummy too. Overall, having our wedding at the College with CBD was a great experience, and we are so happy we trusted the staff at the College and at Catering by Design with producing one of the most important event of our lives. They exceeded our already high expectations!

ls. My husband and I added a few additions to the menu and bar to personalize our wedding all of which was done with ease and upfront pricing. The food was so delicious. Not your typical wedding dinner. There is craft and care that goes into everything from the passed hors d’ouevres to the main dish. People are still talking about it! Catering by design is a well-oiled machine. They run multiple events a year, but you won’t get a generic ballroom event. Every detail can be tailored to your desire and the space at The College of Physicians is so fantastic is speaks for itself.

ere on the big day to ensure everything went smoothly. Diana was wonderful to with - always pleasant, professional, and organized. Diana handled all our food, including tastings, open bar, place- settings for the tables, day of coordination with all vendors, event schedule (ceremony, cocktail hour, reception), ran our ceremony rehearsal, and many many other things. It's important to note that we don't live in Philly and planned most of the wedding remotely (via email and over the phone) and it worked out great! During the wedding, my bridal attendant Tracy was fabulous - I felt like royalty! I dubbed Tracy and Diana the "Ninjas" because any time I needed them during the event for anything at all, there they were, ready to help and anticipating my every need. Our guests raved about the delicious food, craft old-timey cocktails, and quality service. 5 stars! Catering by Design knows how to throw a fabulous party!!

na was available throughout the process with a quick answer to any question and always accommodating of any request! On our wedding day, we had no doubts that everything would go off without a hitch - and we were right. There was absolutely nothing for us to worry about as the CBD folks had everything under control, including coordinating with all of our other vendors for arrivals and setup so we didn't have to (and hiding florist emergencies from us so that nothing could ruin our day)! My husband and I were able to enjoy our day and not worry about the details. We receive glowing reviews of the food, the service and the space from all of our guests. Thanks so much for CBD for making our wedding the perfect day!

ination were just right!!!!! You all really came through for us. The evening went smoothly, we received many, many complements about both the flowers and ambiance and especially the meal and the appetizers. One very critical beer drinking friend of mine even said we “done good” on the selection of beers! You all were so understanding/calming/professional – from Peter to Diana to Rae to Angie – and especially to you – thank you so much for your great delivery of what you promised! Please feel free to use Judy and me for references if any of your prospects want to call and chat about how great you all were and how smoothly a wedding ceremony and reception can run.

that we knew would appeal to our guests, but took care of every detail, even those we had not even thought of. On the day of the wedding, Nancy and her staff arrived and turned our home into a beautiful and festive venue. Nancy was absolutely right when she said that all we would have to do was 'open the door' to our guests. Every single one of our guests remarked to us on how kind and professional the staff was, how wonderful the food was, and how perfect the service was. They made a perfect day even more perfect. We would recommend Catering By Design without hesitation.

worked with us to meet our budget and made the day perfect! I would highly recommend Catering by Design and Dan Love specifically!!!

rked with us to plan a meal that would meet our expectations as semi-foodies, but also be crowd pleasing and keep the budget in check. We knew we'd spend the bulk of our budget for catering and staff, but wanted to be sure we were making smart choices about what we and our guests ultimately would enjoy the most. At our tasting we fell in love with appetizers like goat cheese stuffed apricots and entrees like mint pea filled pasta with lamb ragu and crab cake sliders with house made potato chips. The food was equally well-prepared on the day of the wedding and my husband and I were super pleased with our hors d'oeuvre tray and champagne served to us privately after the ceremony since we had no chance to eat during cocktail hour! They also boxed up at least a dozen extra cupcakes at the end of the night which was perfect since we hadn't been able to have any. Perfect for late night snacking! Not only did CBD take care of food and provide excellent catering services, Dan and his team were integral to the process of identifying the right, slightly casual/cocktail vibe we wanted for our reception, and helping to execute that feel. They created a floor plan that kept with our approach, mixing and matching table shapes and sizes and adding in hi-tops which created the perfect ambiance and which we never would have thought of. And in other areas Dan leant his expertise, calming my mind and my mothers about other things we were stressed about (seating charts, transportation, etc). We had an excellent experience with Catering by Design and would highly recommend them for your event.

lped us through the whole process, and man, that food was delicious. We had all of our guests complimenting us. It's 2 months later and people are still talking about it! I've already recommended these guys to some of my friends with upcoming weddings. Definitely a great vendor to work with; they make wedding planning easy.

ightful. I didn't hire a wedding planner and relied on him entirely. That was not a decision I regret in any way.) __________________________________ We want to express our gratitude and appreciation for our daughter’s perfect wedding. Every aspect of the evening was beautiful, flawless, and exceeded our every expectation. The food was exceptional; the dinner, the desserts, and the hors d'oeuvres were delicious, and I received countless emails from friends and family who praised the evening’s fare. In addition, your staff was extraordinary. They were polite, professional, and impressive in their careful attention to every detail. Most of all, Dan, we want to express our appreciation to you personally for navigating us through this important event in our lives. You were selfless in your time, prompt and helpful in response to every apprehensive email and phone call, and provided wonderful insights and suggestions to help us through this paramount experience in our daughter’s life, and in our lives. Thanks to you, Catering By Design, and all the staff, we will have wonderful and indelible memories of the wedding. It was perfect, not one glitch, not one misstep, not one disappointment. There are no words to express how wonderful it is to have been given the memory of a lifetime.

u CBD and if you need a caterer have confidence in this company - they rock! Best, Monica (Bride)

make an event go smoothly. Nancy was at my side from planning the menu, setting up the venue and helping to facilitate the flow of the ceremony and reception. Her recommendations throughout the planning process were invaluable. Knowing she was there took all the stress out of my day. Brit from Garnish, built us a beautiful floral arrangement for our ceremony, and offered wonderful advice as I went forward to do some of the florals myself. The CBD chefs and serving staff are a skilled and friendly group of people. I received a smile and kind word from every staff person I interacted with, and so did my guests. It was a pleasure to have them all at the wedding as they added to the positive vibe of the day. And the food, let's not forget to speak about the food! This is not your typical wedding menu. The options are wide, and the preparations are exquisite. Everyone ate their full and then some and had a great time doing so! Thank you CBD for helping us throw an amazing wedding celebration!

pick out the foods, decor, tables, chairs, and dinner ware. Nancy was full of knowledge and made the planning process a breeze. Oh yes and the food was delicious. I could go on and on. My family still talks about them on a daily basis. I want to plan another party just to use them again. They are the best by a landslide!!! Nancy, Peter, and the staff of CBD thanks for making our wedding everything we dreamed of and more! Highly recommend.

life with specialty pastries and sweets. We then themed our entrees to hint at what was to come with exotic spices and beautiful sauces. Many of our guests came up to us and commented how delicious everything was. We were also able to bring in our own wines to pair with the courses, which was great. There was a small level of disorganization in the planning process (menus were printed incorrectly and needed to be re-done the day of, invoices didn't have prices on them) but everything worked out amazing in the end. We really felt like the food stood out, and even our vegetarian friends were treated to spectacular main courses. Food was important to us, and Dan and his team took that seriously and made everything feel special.

ey were so helpful with all sorts of planning. As soon as I met Nancy and discussed the vision for my wedding I felt totally comfortable that she would make sure everything was perfect. She was helpful with so many things - suggestions on the timeline for the day, suggestions for vendors, etc. I had a unique idea for centerpieces - they were so accommodating and it turned out beautifully! CBD made sure everything ran perfectly for my wedding and my guests are still talking about the food. Highly, highly recommended!

g process -- responding to emails quickly, coordinating the set-up of the venue with other vendors, and creating an unforgettable event. They went above and beyond the call of food service professionals. If I ever need to host another event, I know who to call!

owers gorgeous, the tables and decorations were exactly what I had in mind, and the service was exceptional! My guests can't stop talking about the royal treatment they got and how friendly and attentive the staff was... everyone had a smile! And to the man behind the bar...Thank you! He made it a point to make sure I was always taken care of and that I was hydrated! CBD works with your budget and gives you more than you can imagine! Thank you to all of the staff that made my day perfect in every way!