Catering St. Louis since 1981
AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Ces & Judy’s Catering has been creating dazzling & delicious events and cuisine for over 40 years. We strive to continually improve and enhance your experience with us. We take great pride in our menu selections and tailoring your event to suit your particular needs and style. Personalizing your event is our forte; creating one of a kind drinks and cuisine, specific to you!
Whether your event is large enough to require extra space or you’re looking for something unparalleled, visit Ces & Judy’s Venue Locations (https://cesandjudys.com/venues/) to learn more about how we can accommodate you.
We thank you for visiting, please give us a call with any questions or ideas. We love trying new trends or if you need advice, we’ve got plenty of that too!
LGBTQ+-owned and Woman-owned Business
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0154 reviews
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Ces & Judy's catering services consistently receive high praise from multiple reviewers for their amazing food, exceptional service, and attentive staff, particularly Andrea, Darla, and Valerie. Guests rave about the delicious food, with many citing it as the best they've had at a wedding. The team's professionalism, helpfulness, and attention to detail are commended, making the wedding planning process smooth and stress-free. The personalized touch and seamless execution of menus contribute to creating memorable and outstanding wedding experiences, making Ces & Judy's highly recommended for catering needs.Review photos
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Stephanie E
5.0
12/11/2025
We hired Ces & Judy's to cater our wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience! Even though the weather threw us a few curveballs, their team stepped up without hesitat...
ion and handled everything flawlessly. The food was absolutely incredible and we’ve had a ton of compliments from our guests (many of them said it was the best wedding meal they’ve ever had)!
A special shoutout to Darla, who was with us every step of the way. She went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect, and her calm, caring presence made all the difference in our planning process. We are so grateful for her support and for the entire team’s professionalism and kindness.
If you’re looking for a catering company that delivers amazing food and exceptional service, look no further. Highly recommend!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 12/12/2025
Hi Stephanie,
Thank you so much for the lovely review. It was such a pleasure (and also ...
fun) planning your special day with you and your mother. Yes, the inclement weather was not what you were hoping for, but you and Nick brought so much sunshine to the day. It was a beautiful reception with so many sweet touches and it was obvious that your guests all had a wonderful time.
Chef Mary and her culinary team take great pride in preparing awesome food for our clients and plated dinners are one of their specialties. I have hung your review in our kitchen so Mary and her team can appreciate your kind review too.
I sincerely hope our paths cross again in the future.
Warmest regards, Darla
Michelle Z
5.0
11/19/2025
We used Ces and Judy’s catering for our daughter’s wedding. Andrea and the Ces and judy’s team were a pleasure to work with! Their service was excellent and the food was delicious!...
Our guest gave them rave reviews!! From our first appointment to the tasting to wedding day, they made the process go smoothly. We will definitely use Ces and Judy’s again with any future catering needs we have.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/24/2025
Michelle,
It was a pleasure and an honor to cater Rachel and Robert's special day. Thank ...
you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we value and appreciate your feedback, I look forward to sharing your kind words with the rest of our team. I am glad I was able to make the process smooth for you from beginning to end. I look forward to working with you again in the future for another special event. Wishing Rachel, and Robert, all of the best in their future together.
Warm Regards, Andrea
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Alyssa P
5.0
11/19/2025
I cannot recommend Ces & Judy’s enough. Since they are partners with our venue, we already knew they came highly recommended, but they still exceeded every expectation. So many of ...
our guests told us it was one of the best meals they’ve ever had at a wedding. The carrot souffle alone is unforgettable; it was so delicious that we even ordered it again for Thanksgiving.
The entire staff was wonderful, they were friendly, professional, and truly enjoyable to work with. They were incredibly accommodating and always easy to reach whenever I had a question. We couldn’t be happier with our experience.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 12/04/2025
Alyssa and Ryon,
Thank you so much for the great review. We are thrilled that your guest...
s truly enjoyed their dinner because a wonderful culinary experience is our main goal. We do have a great service staff and it means so much to us that you recognized that. We all love the Signature Carrot Souffle around here too and several of us ordered it for our Thanksgiving dinners as well.
Wishing you all the best, Darla
Jordan W
5.0
11/01/2025
Absolutely the best! Ces & Judy’s went above and beyond to make our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more. From our very first tasting, we knew we were in great hands — eve...
ry bite was delicious, beautifully presented, and made with such care.
Their team was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive throughout the entire process. They helped us craft a menu that reflected us perfectly, and on the big day, everything ran so smoothly that we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Our guests are still talking about how amazing the food was — especially the beef tenderloin. We did a plated dinner, and everyone raved about their WARM and TENDER filet! We also did passed appetizers and they were tasty and warm as well!
What really stood out was how personal everything felt. It wasn’t just catering; it was hospitality at its finest. Ces & Judy’s truly made our celebration feel special, and we couldn’t be more grateful. From the front desk staff, to the catering manager, to their wait staff, everyone was kind, polite, and more than helpful. They cleaned up dirty dishes/glassware promptly, ensuring our tables still looked nice and clutter-free throughout the evening. Their waitstaff regularly asked the groom and myself if we needed anything. Our event manager was Andrea. She was personable, attentive, and prompt throughout our entire wedding planning through the event day. All of my emails were answered quickly with multiple options/solutions. She made the planning process so easy. Forever indebted to her!
Highly, highly recommend to any couple looking for a catering team that cares as much about your day as you do. The food was delicious and the staff were just as amazing!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/04/2025
Jordan,
Thank you for sharing your kind words, your feedback is appreciated and we look f...
orward to sharing your experience with the rest of our team.
It was truly an honor, and a privilege to be a part of you and Nick's special day. We wish you both nothing but the best in your future endeavors; We hope to be a part of another milestone.
Nothing but warm regards, Andrea Messina
Sam S
5.0
10/29/2025
Working with Ces & Judy's for our wedding was an AMAZING. The food was absolutely delicious, they handled a very wide range of allergies with calm, care, and no issues, and they we...
re an absolute joy to work with. From the very first meeting and tasting, it was clear that they wanted our menu to reflect our taste and be a standout. We had so many people approach us and say, "Wedding food is never good but THIS food was incredible. We all went back for more!" Extra gratitude to Andrea who was a calming presence and super on top of every detail. (Every other C&J interaction we had was thoughtful and helpful, too!) Thank you so much!!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/04/2025
Sam,
Thank you for sharing such kind words, we look forward to sharing your feedback with...
the rest of our staff. You and Whitney were a joy to work with, thank you for trusting myself and my team.
It was an honor to be a part of your celebration, I hope we are able to assist with a future milestone.
Wishing you the best in your future. Warm Regards, Andrea
Baylin P
5.0
10/20/2025
I love this crew so much! They were high on my list from day one. I planned this wedding from over seas and they were patient and so kind every step of the way. Andrea especially n...
ever made me feel dumb or silly for asking 1 million questions. They brought my dreams to life and made me so happy. I think it’s amazing if one person comments this is the best food I’ve had but I’m not kidding when I say EVERY guest I talked to commented that it was the best food they’ve had and they were excited to plan a party so Ces & Judy’s could cater. The staff were kind at the event the lines ran smooth and efficient and everyone made us feel so so so special. I only wish I could have had my wedding food longer LOL. If you are looking in STL look no further they are amazing.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/20/2025
Baylin and Jeremy,
Thank you again for trusting myself, and the rest of the Ces & Judy's ...
team with catering your special day. It was an honor to be a part of such a beautiful celebration, thank you for your kind words. I look forward to sharing your feedback with the rest of our team. I look forward to seeing the photos from the day, the reception was truly beautiful. Wishing you both all the best in your future together. Andrea
Abby S
5.0
10/07/2025
Andrea at Ces and Judy’s made our wedding day perfect! She was so great to work with and answered all of my questions quickly and was so personable. The food was wonderful and I wo...
uld highly recommend using them for your wedding day!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 10/14/2025
Abby, thank you for sharing your feedback with us, I look forward to sharing it with the r...
est of our team. It truly was an honor to be a part of your special day, thank you for trusting myself and my team to cater the day. Wishing you and Nathan the best in your future together, hope we are able to work together in the future for another special occasion. Andrea
Brenda D
5.0
10/01/2025
First off Ces & Judy was amazing to work with. We worked with Valerie. We had a vision for passed hors d’oeuvres-style during cocktail hour—relaxed and social. We did the taste tes...
ting at Ces & Judy’s to see what we wanted from their menu. We decided to do their buffet dinner style.
Beyond how incredible everything tasted, what really blew us away was how this setup changed the feel of the evening. Ces & Judy’s embraced our idea and made it better than we ever imagined. We’re still hearing from guests about how much they loved the fun, relaxed, and Gatsby setup and how amazing the food was. The Churrasco beef Medallions with Chimichurri sauce was so awesome you could cut it with a fork it was so tender. But the food quality and quantity of the buffet dinner was perfect. The staff was warm, attentive.
It was clear they cared as much about making the night special as we did. Ces & Judy’s made our daughter's wedding unforgettable—and for that, we are endlessly grateful.
If you’re planning a wedding (or any event) and want a catering team that will go above and beyond to make your event delicious, and something people will talk about long after it’s over—Ces & Judy’s is the one. We truly cannot thank them enough and would recommend them 100 times out of 10. Hands down the best there is to offer.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 10/01/2025
"Brenda, I want to say thank you to you and Sierra! You were both so amazing to work with!...
Thank you so much for trusting us with catering the wedding and being a part of the lasting memories! I absolutely loved the Gatsby theme and getting to hear more about your vision for the evening! We are wishing the happy couple a lifetime of more amazing memories and lots of joy!" Valerie
Aarthi B
5.0
9/17/2025
Ces and Judy's was absolutely spectacular. The food was incredible, they were extremely helpful in working with us as we crafted a vegetarian menu, the food was great, they accommo...
dated our guests with dietary needs seamlessly, the food was delicious, and they were smooth and easy to work with on the wedding day.
Also, the food was amazing.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 09/18/2025
Thank you Aarthi for all of your kind words. It was truly a pleasure working with you and...
I hope you and Peter's life is filled with celebrations deserving of more noise makers.
Sincerely, Sharrie
Christine W
5.0
9/16/2025
Ces & Judy's Catering was absolutely incredible to work with! They catered our daughter's wedding and the food was excellent! Our event manager, Darla, coordinated everything perf...
ectly and the service was amazing. We received so many compliments about the food from our guests, and we could not have asked for anything better.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 09/18/2025
Hi Christine, Thank you so much for the kind words. It was my sincere pleasure working wit...
h you and your daughter during the planning stages and on her wedding day. We are thrilled that your guests enjoyed the dinner enough to mention it to you. Our kitchen takes great pride in their culinary skills and they will be very happy to hear this. You planned such a beautiful evening, you all looked beautiful and it was obvious how much your daughter and son-in-law are loved by everyone that attended. We can’t wait to see the photos!
Sincerely, Darla
Jessica Weel W
5.0
9/12/2025
I cannot say enough good things about Ces and Judy's Catering and I'm not just talking about the food. The service, the attention to detail, the showmanship, flexibility & of cours...
e the FOOD was nothing short of amazing for the most important day of my life. We received so many compliments that the food was "the best wedding food ever," and let me tell you that the team worked hand in hand with me to ensure that I was able to get everything i envisioned for all things catering, and HASSLE FREE!!! This team was an integral part in the most amazing wedding. Thank you for your service, your your smiles, your work ethic and your incredible food.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 09/16/2025
Jessica, Thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of such an amazing day! You were a...
mazing to work with and I am so glad that you and your guests enjoyed the evening! Congratulations again, we are wishing you both well! Sincerely, Valerie
Meghan F
5.0
9/03/2025
The team at Ces & Judy's was amazing...and the food...well let's just say our guests are still talking about it! We even had a higher number than attended and had VERY LITTLE lefto...
ver! Valerie was amazing to work with, and I cannot thank the whole team enough for the professionalism and quality provided to help make our wedding perfect!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 09/04/2025
Meghan, thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of such a beautiful celebration! It...
was such a pleasure working with you! You looked absolutely stunning in your dress! From all of us at Ces and Judy's, thank you for choosing us and we wish you all the very best! Sincerely, Valerie
Stacey R
5.0
8/25/2025
Andrea was our coordinator while working with Ces and Judy's. The process of sampling, booking and day of the wedding were very smooth and easy. Andrea was considerate and sweet! O...
ur guests raved about the food and we were extremely happy with everything, would absolutely recommend!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 08/26/2025
Stacey,
Let me first thank you again for trusting me to assist you in making your special ...
day come together, and allowing me and my team to cater the day. We appreciate you sharing your experience, and look forward to sharing your kind words with our team. You were such a pleasure to work with, it truly has been an honor. I look forward to seeing photos from the big day, wishing you all the best. Andrea
Madison K
5.0
8/25/2025
Everyone at Ces & Judy's made our wedding planning process so easy and not stressful. Darla was a great day of event manager to work with! I felt the whole reception went along so ...
smoothly. We are still hearing tons of positive reviews and how much people enjoyed the food that night. Hard to believe it was just 3 months ago.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 08/25/2025
Madison, Thank you so much for the lovely comments. It was a pleasure planning your speci...
al day with you and your mother. You selected a wonderful menu for your guests and the Inn at St. Alban's Barn was the perfect location to have a served dinner. I was so happy that you and Sean had such beautiful weather too.
Best wishes! Darla
Meegan B
5.0
8/22/2025
Ces and Judy's was the absolute best! All the other food vendors we tried didn't even compare! The food was delicious and we heard so many compliments. Everyone was so sweet, and y...
ou could tell they took pride in their work. Sharrie worked around the clock to ensure we got the service we needed. Andrea was very patient with our busy lives and made sure we were always in good hands. They were so good to work with, and we couldn't be happier with our choice!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 08/26/2025
Meegan,
Thank you for sharing your feedback, I look forward to sharing your kind words of...
your experience with our team. It was a joy getting to work with you, time went by far too quickly. I appreciate you trusting myself, and my team, to assist you in making your day come together. Wishing you all the best. Andrea
Emily P
5.0
7/27/2025
We had our wedding catered by Ces and Judy's and we were BLOWN AWAY by the food! We had a great experience during the tasting, but you never know what the quality is going to be at...
the actual event because of transportation, heating, cooling, serving, etc. but their team really nailed it! We served steak, chicken, and a vegan option and had no complaints on any of them! Their passed hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour were scrumptious, and service throughout the whole event was on point.
They were very communicative and straightforward on pricing/service. We tried a few caterers at different price points and the value at Ces & Judy's was unmatched. If they are in your price range, it should be an absolute no-brainer to choose Ces & Judy's for any event!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 08/01/2025
Julian & Emily,
It was an honor to assist with your special day. We appreciate you trustin...
g us to cater, and assist in making the day go smoothly for you.
It was a pleasure working with you, though it seemed like time flew by. We appreciate you sharing your feedback with us, and it is of course lovely to hear that everything was delicious for you on the day. We hope to see some of your professional photos from the day, I know they will be stunning. Wishing you all the best. Andrea
Taylor M
5.0
7/24/2025
This review is long overdue, but our gratitude for Ces & Judy’s has only grown since our wedding last August. From start to finish, they were an absolute dream to work with—creativ...
e, collaborative, and completely committed to helping us create an experience that felt uniquely like us.
My husband and I wanted something nontraditional. We had a vision for a heavy hors d’oeuvres-style dinner setup that felt like an elevated extension of our cocktail hour—relaxed, social, and 100% “us.” We didn’t want a formal sit-down dinner or buffet. Instead, Ces & Judy’s worked with us to craft a menu of elevated small bites that were hearty enough to be satisfying but fun and shareable enough to keep the energy light and festive.
And Ces & Judy’s absolutely nailed it.
Beyond how incredible everything tasted, what really blew us away was how this setup changed the feel of the evening. Ces & Judy’s embraced our nontraditional idea and made it better than we ever imagined. They didn’t just “go along with it”—they got excited, contributed thoughtful suggestions, and then executed the whole thing flawlessly. We’re still hearing from guests about how much they loved the fun, relaxed, and social setup—like the best parts of a cocktail party, but with the food quality and quantity of a full dinner. People mingled, laughed, and never once had to worry about where the food was or whether there would be enough. Before someone could even finish one delicious slider, another tray of something just as mouthwatering—like mini tacos, flatbread pizzas, or citrus caprese skewers—was already coming by. The staff were warm, attentive, and somehow always right there with the perfect bite at the perfect time.
Ces & Judy’s listened to our ideas, collaborated with us to build something creative and custom, and executed it flawlessly. It was clear they cared as much about making the night special as we did. Ces & Judy’s made our wedding unforgettable—and for that, we are endlessly grateful.
If you’re planning a wedding (or any event) and want a catering team that will go above and beyond to make your event custom, delicious, and something people will talk about long after it’s over—Ces & Judy’s is the one. We truly cannot thank them enough and would recommend them 20 times out of 10. Hands down the best there is to offer.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 07/25/2025
Hi Taylor,
Thank you so much for the kind words. You and your family were such a pleasur...
e to work with and Candace and I loved all of the attention to detail that you and your parents provided to us to ensure we could create the vision you and Zach were planning. Your entire day was enchanting and you two made such a stunning couple. Our culinary team, our bartenders, our service staff and myself enjoyed every minute of your celebration. Happy (almost) 1 year Anniversary!
Sincerely, Darla
Joan R
5.0
7/15/2025
Valerie helped us throw the best and biggest party of our lives, our daughter’s wedding reception. She was patient, kind, and considerate while planning with us and being on site t...
o set things in motion. The tablescapes were beautiful, and many guests complimented us on how classy they looked. My father said the food was “just perfect.” We had appetizers and the lemon-sage grilled chicken and shrimp-broccoli pasta entrees. The bride and groom were happy the entire time at their sweetheart table enjoying the gourmet food and company.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 07/22/2025
Joan, thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your family's big day! It was abso...
lutely beautiful! You were amazing to work with and all of us here at Ces and Judy's are wishing the newlyweds many years of happiness! Sincerely Valerie
Candace S
5.0
4/29/2025
Ces & Judy's Catered my wedding and it was phenomenal! Working in the wedding & events industry I knew how important it was to hire trusted vendors for our big day. We wanted to en...
sure not only that our food was delicious but that the staff could handle all of the details for the day of as well. I worked with both Andrea and Darla who were great and then Darla was our day of event manager! The way our day was set up was a little non-traditional, and Darla and the staff on the day of were amazing!! All the details we discussed leading up were executed perfectly and with a smile on their faces. Of course, the food was wonderful too!! It tasted exactly the same as it did at our tasting and our guests were RAVING about it. We even had a fun late night snack that Ces & Judy's prepared for us. Cannot recommend enough!!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 04/29/2025
Candace, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are so thrilled that you, Andy an...
d your guests enjoyed the food. Your non-traditional format was so fun to work. Our culinary team as well as our serving staff take great pride in creating a wonderful experience for our newlywed couples. We wish all the happiness in the world!
Sincerely, Darla
Peter
5.0
4/23/2025
They say that people remember the food and the music at a wedding. Well our guests raved about the food that Ces & Judy prepared for us. Many said it was the best food they've ev...
ery had at a wedding. We decided on a plated menu and I loved the fact that they had enough staff there that each table was served their meals all at the same time. It was hot, delicious and cooked to perfection. We will definitely be using them again for any upcoming event. We just cannot say enough good things about the food - simply the best!!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 05/01/2025
It was such a pleasure to work with you on this special day. Our culinary team takes grea...
t pride in their work and we are so glad to see that you appreciated their efforts. Our servers work hard to deliver a great experience from passed hors d'oeuvres to served dinner to cake service.
You were in a beautiful venue and the whole evening seemed to be a great success. We appreciate your taking time to give us this review. Ces
Allison B
5.0
10/23/2024
This was the best catering I have ever worked with!! Not only was the food hot and delicious, but everyone (and I mean everyone) was raving about the food! I quote “was the best fo...
od they had at a wedding in a long time”. From working with catering myself, it is challenging to make a bunch of food while keeping it all hot and fresh, basically perfect. Ces and Judys killed that expectation. Highly recommend!!!
Kristy S
5.0
10/16/2024
As the Mother of the Bride, I cannot recommend Ces & Judy’s catering enough.
Our venue had a list of preferred food & beverage caterers. The bride and I spent a lot of time workin...
g through menus and asking for RFPs. There were some that I did not even hear back from. Ces & Judy’s were right on top of it and were accommodating to all of our questions.
We are from Kansas City with the wedding in St. Louis so we really only had reviews to go on while choosing our caterer for this event. Then, we hired a Day of Coordinator and she confirmed that Ces & Judy’s has great food and a great staff and that she had worked with them many times. We booked them without even a tasting as neither of us could get to St. Louis prior to needing to get someone booked.
What a phenomenal decision. From start to finish, Ces & Judy’s went out of their way to work through menus and options with us. I’ve never planned a wedding before so their expertise was greatly appreciated. They responded to all of my emails in a timely manner and always answered my questions in great detail. The food and beverage planning portion of the wedding was so easy with Ces & Judy’s.
Where Ces & Judy’s really shine is in the day of service that they provide. Darla was our event manager and she took such good care of us starting just prior to the wedding day. She confirmed all of our choices and made sure that everything was on the list that we needed including linen counts, silverware and cake service items. We had provided a couple of names that had dietary restrictions and Darla made absolutely sure what they needed, their names and where they were going to be sitting was covered on her end. The evening of, she personally came over and made sure our waiter gave the correct dishes to the correct people.
Darla had me send her the room layout and I also had a list of who was at which table, where at the table and which meal they had selected. I don’t know that everyone has this to provide but our dinner service was absolutely flawless as far as I could tell. You could see the care to detail that Darla provided leading up to the big day. The waiters were incredible and checked on us constantly. The bartenders were always on their toes and made the best drinks. Not too strong, not too weak and delicious.
And the food. Wow. We did get to go to a tasting after we booked Ces & Judy’s officially but did a tasting for any last-minute changes. The food the day of was as great as or even better than the tasting. We served three appetizers at the cocktail hour, a full dinner (salad & main with a roll) and a late-night snack. I’ve heard so many complements about the quality of the food and the plating. Ces & Judy’s also helped serve the individual cakes that my daughter chose which I think is incredibly helpful.
Everything we provided was returned clean and in great condition.
If you are looking for a quality caterer for your wedding or an upcoming event, I encourage you to try Ces & Judy’s. I promise you will not be disappointed!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 10/17/2024
Hi Kristy, Thank you so very much for the wonderful review. It was our sincere pleasure ...
to serve you and your guests and I can't even put into words how much your comments mean to me and our team. I wanted to compliment you on your design talents. You put so much thought into every single detail and transformed an already beautiful venue into something that was absolutely breathtaking, You and your daughter were both stunning too. Here's wishing Sophia and Spencer a lifetime of happiness. Best regards, Darla
Andy H
5.0
10/04/2024
Colleen and Ces were very helpful in coordinating our wedding's residential reception. From planning to execution, they were eager to work with us ensuring that our concerns were a...
ddressed such as dining layout and location. For example, we weren't limited on space for tables, but it wasn't straight forward either in where tables could go. They did an excellent job in helping us think through that, the buffet, and bar positioning & layout. They were also as kind as their food was great. And everyone thought their food was amazing!!! Would highly recommend :)
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 10/17/2024
Thank you so much Andy & Sarah! It was my/our pleasure working with you and your lovely f...
amily. We are extremely grateful to have these reviews and appreciate that you took the time to send it. Again, congratulations and we hope that you and Sarah have a wonderful & happy life together :) Colleen
Karsun D
5.0
9/16/2024
Simply incredible. Amazing service, and food was delicious. Darla and her team were a pleasure to work with and I could not have picked a better caterer.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 09/23/2024
Hi Karsun, It was our sincere pleasure to cater for you and Charlie on your very special ...
day. We are so happy that you and your guests loved their dinners. We pride ourselves on ensuring all of your guests have an exceptional culinary experience. I wish you and Charlie a lifetime of happiness and great health.
Fondly, Darla
Jessica V
5.0
8/09/2024
We were very impressed with everything that Ces and Judy’s did for us. They made sure the bride and groom had their meals first, then their immediate family. They even packed a to ...
go meal for each of us to make sure we were able to try everything. We loved working with this company!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 08/10/2024
Hi Jessica, Thank you so much for the wonderful comments. We are so happy to hear that yo...
u were pleased with our food and service. You and your mother were a pleasure to work with and you and Matt make a stunning couple. Best wishes for a lovely future. Sincerely, Darla
Jeanne B
5.0
7/29/2024
We could not be happier with Ces and Judy’s! We got so many compliments on our food and Darla was so helpful throughout the whole process! A+++
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 08/07/2024
Hi Jeanne, Thank you so much for taking the time to give Ces & Judy's such a wonderful re...
view. Chef Mary and our staff were thrilled to see this, as was I. Your color scheme and Lego centerpieces made The Jewel Box look even more stunning. You and Jonathon were a pleasure to work and are such a beautiful couple, both inside and out. I am so happy that you and your guests enjoyed our food and bar service. Sincerely, Darla
Sarah W
5.0
7/23/2024
We are so happy we chose Ces and Judy's to cater our wedding. Every staff member we worked with throughout the planning process was incredibly professional, prompt, and helpful. Th...
ey answered every question I had quickly and I felt so confident going into the wedding. The service at our wedding was incredible as was the food. So many of our guests complimented the food that night. We couldn't be happier with our choice of caterer!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 08/07/2024
Sarah, thank you so much for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear of your experience ...
and we were honored to be a part of your very special day at The Stone House of St. Charles. Wishing you and Tyler many years of wedded bliss! Candace
DeAnna G
5.0
3/21/2024
We used Ces & Judy's catering for our wedding. There were no glitches and they have superb cuisine. You will not be disappointed!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 03/22/2024
DeAnna, Thank you so much for the wonderful comments. Chef Mary and her team take great p...
ride in providing a wonderful culinary experience for our couples and their friends and families. We have a very strong onsite service team too. Candace and I thoroughly enjoyed working with you and we wish you and Greg all the best in your future endeavors. Darla
Tiffany C
5.0
2/22/2024
Fantastic food, service, and value -- 100% recommend!
When we first started wedding planning, someone recommended a different caterer, and we loved that menu but were floored by t...
he quote. So back to the drawing board and we found Ces & Judy's. Their menu looked great, their prices far more palatable, and their schedule open for a tasting. Candace and the team were so welcoming and accommodating, and we loved the food, so we decided on Ces & Judy's without even scheduling a tasting elsewhere.
We chose the stuffed (sundried tomato, herb, cheese, and artichoke) chicken, Mediterranean salmon cakes, winter salad, honey balsamic brussels sprouts, green beans with caramelized onions, and carrot soufflé. (Candace convinced us to try the soufflé because it's chef's specialty, and we were floored by how much we loved it!) Our menu was phenomenal, and we heard from family and friends, unprompted, over and over again how much they loved the food. In fact, this review has taken us three months to write (sorry!), and people are still raving!
Once our menu was decided, Darla was assigned to manage our event planning and oversee the wedding day. She and Candace are both excellent communicators and as warm and helpful as they are professional. The staff on our wedding day showed the same warmth and professionalism. In particular, we were impressed by the special care they showed toward two family members, one elderly and one with special needs.
Many many thanks to Darla, Candace, and the whole Ces & Judy's team for being a huge part of our perfect day!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 02/23/2024
Tiffany & Alicia, Thank you so much for the beautiful words. Candace and I sincerely enjo...
yed working with both of you on the planning & execution of your very special day. Chef Mary and her team are so appreciative of your kind culinary comments. Last but certainly not least, it was our pleasure to provide that extra care to a couple of your family members. We hope that we made all of your guests feel special. Wishing you all the happiness a couple can endure. You are a beautiful couple both inside and out! Darla
Rachel K
5.0
2/06/2024
Ces & Judy's was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! We worked directly with Candace and she was simply incredible. I am a wedding planner by profession, so having s...
omeone there to answer all the questions and review the details was something that was important to me when picking a caterer. Candace provided that and so much more! She answered every single email and phone call in a timely fashion and with helpful information & suggestions every single time. The tasting was exceptional as well, but the food on wedding day was BEYOND our expectations. Everything was hot, fresh, and timely to our guests, a 10/10. Every single one of our guests was raving about the meal the rest of the night. We are so thankful for Candace, the servers, and the entire Ces & Judy's team!!!!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 02/07/2024
Rachel & Adam, congratulations again on a beautiful wedding day! Thank you so much for you...
r heartfelt review. It was an honor to work with you and cater your special day at Westwind Hills! Wishing you years of happiness and hope our paths cross again soon! Candace
Katie D
5.0
12/02/2023
Ces & Judy’s is just amazing! They catered our wedding at Silver Oaks Chateau. We worked directly with both Marissa and Darla. While Darla took over a few months before the wedding...
, she quickly stepped in and assisted in ways we could not have anticipated. She thought of little details that had not even crossed our radar while planning, and therefore met the needs of us and every guest. The food and drinks were outstanding! We used the buffet option, but they have a variety of meal options to meet each couple’s or event’s needs. It’s been a month and we still have friends and family raving about how amazing the service and food were. Darla even thought ahead and packaged up a box of leftover food and desserts for my husband and I, so that we could enjoy it after the wedding. Also, when our baker forgot to bring platters for our desserts, Darla worked quickly to make everything look presentable! Darla and the rest of the staff, including the bartenders and the servers, were friendly and accommodating. We would recommend them to all looking for a caterer for their wedding or other event!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 12/12/2023
Katie and Jake, Thank you so very much for the wonderful comments regarding Ces & Judy's ...
Catering. We pride ourselves on great food and we have Chef Mary and her team to thank for that. We certainly couldn't do it without them. I also believe that when you work for a great company where owners are so involved, that work ethic carries over to the entire staff.
It was my sincere pleasure to assist you with the planning of your reception. You are both beautiful people and I wish you all the happiness in the world! Darla
Daniel R
5.0
11/19/2023
Ces and Judy's was fantastic. Their food is insanely high quality and they even agreed to make a specialty cocktail punch for our event.
Afterward, they cleaned up and wiped down ...
everything like the professionals they are. They also were fantastic with working with me and the Day Of manager to ensure everything went smoothly. The professionalism and communication was just as amazing as the food.
Thank you guys so much for helping to make our big day perfect!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/21/2023
Hi Daniel, I wanted to thank you for allowing myself and the Ces and Judy's team to be a p...
art of your very special day at Landhaus. It has truly been a pleasure working with you and and James and we were honored to cater your wedding day. Your guests and families were so sweet to work with and it is a testament to you both that you have so many friends willing to help you celebrate.
Sincerely, Sharrie Cognac
Meredith P
5.0
10/26/2023
We couldn't be happier with our experience having Ces & Judy's cater our wedding. The food was absolutely delicious and our coordinator, Candace, was excellent to work with. She wa...
s friendly, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure our big day was perfect. She had great suggestions for our menu and was always prompt in answering our questions and offering solutions. Plus, Ces & Judy's had some great personal touches, like sending us home with a midnight snack after the reception. If you want a stress-free wedding day with food that everyone loves, Ces & Judy's is the clear choice.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/01/2023
Meredith & Tim - thank you so much for welcoming Ces & Judy's onto your vendor team for su...
ch a beautiful wedding day! The both of you, along with your families, were so sweet and kind to work with. You made it so easy to celebrate! We wish you a lifetime of happiness! Candace
Laura K
5.0
10/08/2023
Thank you so much!! The food was amazing and people are still talking about it. Our daughter's wedding was a West Wind Hills and the appetizers during cocktail hour were fantastic ...
as well as the Italian buffet for dinner. Your staff was very friendly and easy to work with during the planning process and at the venue. Having good food was important to us and we know it is something people always remember. I have gotten several calls asking who did the food? Everyone has said it's some of the best food they've ever had at a wedding. We would highly recommend using Ces and Judys for any wedding or special event.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 10/16/2023
Laura, thank you so much for your kind words! We were honored to be a part of your daughte...
r's wedding at Westwind Hills. It was a beautiful day! We wish you all the best of luck and many years of happiness to Madelyn & Michael! Candace
Jessica T
5.0
9/04/2023
Ces & Judy's was AMAZING to work with for our wedding at The Venue at Maison du Lac! They were communicative and flexible throughout the process and the food was absolutely delicio...
us. It was so nice to have everything streamlined since Ces and Judy own the venue as well. We are so grateful to Candace, Ruth, and the entire team for all of their help and guidance. We would 1000% recommend Ces & Judy's.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 10/17/2023
Hello, Jessica, Matt, and Sandy--
Thank you so much for your kind words, and for taking t...
he time to share a review on The Knot. We were truly honored to be there and support you all on your beautiful wedding day. Working with and for you was a genuine pleasure and such a sweet experience for all of us. Congratulations again, and we truly wish you all the best in your new life together with such wonderful, supportive family and friends. Can't wait to see the photos!
Sincere warmest regards--
Ruth
Mother of the groom B
5.0
8/31/2023
Ces & Judy’s catered our welcome party and our wedding reception. Our guests raved about the food and the service. Everything was seamless, from set up to clean up, on both evening...
s. Talented, friendly and fun people to work with…highly recommend!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 09/01/2023
Cathy, Thank you so much for the kind words. It was our sincere pleasure to cater both th...
e welcome party and wedding reception. Your son and daughter-in-law make such a beautiful couple. We are so happy to hear that all of your guests enjoyed their dinners both evenings. Wishing you all the best. Thank you, Darla
Emily L
5.0
7/19/2023
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! The flavorful, perfectly cooked food is just the beginning. The options from their menu did make it difficult to choose but that is only because everything soun...
ded so good! The staff is really what makes this company worth it. They are amazing at communicating, being organized, and helping you stay on top of everything during one of the most chaotic periods in someone's life. Candace was incredible to work with and just lovely overall, the chef was also incredible and worked with us to get us exactly what we were looking for. Look no further for your catering needs.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 07/24/2023
Emily & Montell, congratulations on such a beautiful wedding day at Silver Oaks Chateau! T...
his review is so kind and my team and I are thrilled to hear how happy you were with everything. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with Ces & Judy's Catering. We wish you both many years of happiness! Candace
Liesel v
5.0
6/23/2023
WOW is the only way I can start this review! Ces and the whole team truly outdid themselves with our wedding. Candice and Ces brought our vision to life from start to finish. We di...
d stations for our wedding, and they were so helpful with figuring out the best flow and how to make sure our guests were fed and happy! The food was so creative, and they did a great job presenting it in a way that went with our wedding vibe. We enjoyed the tasting so much that we brought home the leftovers!! Ces and Candice came out to our venue multiple times to ensure everything would be prepared and ready, which is key when you have a tent wedding. They are so knowledgeable and truly brought the expertise we needed to make our event seamless. They were so willing to pitch in and help with anything we asked the day of the event, and we are so appreciative of their ability to work with our other venders as a team. We are still hearing from our guests weeks later that the food was over the top! We can’t wait to have another party so we get to work with them again soon :) We love the whole Ces and Judy’s team, do not even hesitate to book them! You will be so happy! Thank you for making our wedding spectacular, we are so appreciative!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 07/24/2023
Liesel & Jackson, we were honored to be a part of your STUNNING celebration! Your kind wor...
ds and review mean so much to my team and I. You two threw an amazing party and everything was executed perfectly. What a fun approach to your wedding reception! We can't wait to work with you again soon in any capacity. Sending you all the well wishes!! Candace
Jordan E
5.0
6/21/2023
Ces & Judys is a phenomenal caterer! We received so many compliments on the food and drinks at our wedding. Even though I’m a little biased, I’ve been to many weddings and Ces and ...
Judy’s food is the best of any wedding I’ve ever been to. The bar tending staff is also excellent. I highly recommend using them for your special day!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 06/21/2023
Jordan, thank you for your kindness! We are so grateful that you enjoyed your gorgeous day...
as much as we did. Marissa
Julie G
5.0
6/16/2023
Ces & Judy's catered our wedding this past Saturday at Main Street Abbey in Columbia, Illinois and were absolutely amazing! Candace was always available throughout the whole proce...
ss and so helpful. The evening was perfect. Our guests are still raving about the food. Several said it was the best wedding food they had ever had!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 06/21/2023
Julie & Chad - I am thrilled to hear that!! Thank you so much for your kind words! It was ...
a beautiful day and I am so glad to hear everyone enjoyed it. Wishing you many years of happiness! -Candace
Stephanie C
5.0
5/15/2023
Ces & Judy's is phenomenal. They were extremely professional and organized, and on-time with linens (which looked beautiful), bar setup, and food service. They were so personable, ...
flexible and professional. The food was fantastic (we had stations!) and the staff was very attentive. When it rained outside and we had to quickly shift our cocktail bar location they didn't even bat an eye! We are so grateful to Ces & Judy's for providing such a positive experience for everyone at our wedding and can't recommend them enough!!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 05/15/2023
Hi Stephanie, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so happy that you, Con...
ner and all of your guests enjoyed the theme stations and I can't wait to share this with our kitchen. Your wedding ceremony was so beautiful even though you quickly had to adjust to bring everyone indoors. We were happy to accommodate the quick change of location for the bar. Your reception was great and you two didn't miss a stich on all details. You and Conner are so adorable both inside and out. We would love to get a wedding picture of you two. I wish you all the best for a wonderful life together. Sincerely, Darla
Stephanie B
5.0
5/04/2023
I LOVED working with Ces and Judy’s catering for my wedding! Obviously the food was outstanding and they have sooo many options! If they were a restaurant, hands down I’d be a regu...
lar to try everything on the menu. No only is there food fantastic but they made everything sooo easy to manage and accomplish from beginning to end for my wedding! Highly recommend!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 05/08/2023
Hi Stephanie, Thank you so very much for your kind words. We are very proud of our food ...
and it makes us all so happy (especially our chef of 31 years) to see such a nice review. Candace and I both enjoyed planning your special day with you and it was my sincere pleasure to be your event manager. Sincerely, Darla
Kristine H
5.0
4/14/2023
We had Ces and Judy’s cater our wedding and they were the absolute best! Everyone LOVED their food and appetizers with many guests telling me it was the best wedding food they had ...
ever had. Their staff were incredible and very attentive throughout dinner. They had one staff member who was in charge of our sweetheart table, she carried my plate and checked on us frequently ensuring we had everything we needed. Guests told me that staff were always checking in their tables as well and they moved everyone quickly through the buffet lines. I highly recommend Ces and Judy’s for wedding catering!!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 04/24/2023
Kristine & Paul, Congratulations again! Thank you so much for allowing Ces & Judy's Cateri...
ng be a part of the beautiful day at The Stone House of St. Charles. You both were a joy to work with throughout the whole process and we wish you many, many years of happiness! Candace
Allison H
5.0
3/21/2023
Everyone we worked with at Ces and Judy were simply awesome. Darla was our lead person, who would suggest ideas and recommendations that we never even thought of! She was essential...
to the planning of our wedding. They were very open to our ideas and helped make everything that we dreamed of happen on our day. The food was awesome from the hors d’oeuvres to dinner. We cannot thank them enough!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 04/13/2023
Allison, It was my sincere pleasure working with you and Vache. My entire team is still t...
alking about your beautiful wedding/reception and all of the wonderful details you two planned for your special day. Your families and guests were all so enjoyable. We wish you all the happiness in the world. All my best, Darla
Melissa C
5.0
2/10/2023
Ces & Judy's staff was wonderful to work with. The food was delicious!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 04/13/2023
Melissa, Thank you so much for your kind words. It makes us so happy to know that you we...
re pleased with our service and food. Our team wishes you all the best in your future years together. Sincerely, Darla
Natalie M
5.0
1/11/2023
Ces and Judy's did an amazing job with my wedding catering. We had stations, which the guests loved and gave dinner an informal and fun feel. They went above and beyond with little...
custom details for my wedding, like a satellite bar on the dance floor, and nailed the timing of everything that I had planned throughout the night. The food was really excellent. I had several guests tell me it was the best or most memorable food they'd ever had at a wedding. The staff were very professional, despite some issues with my venue that really made their job a challenge. I would hire them again in a second.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 01/20/2023
Natalie, what sweet words! Thank you so much! We truly enjoyed being a part of your celebr...
ation. It was an absolutely beautiful day and we are thrilled to hear of your experience. We wish you nothing but the best for many years to come! Candace
Pam M
5.0
1/11/2023
Ces and Judy’s completely exceeded our expectations. The food was amazing and fun. I worked with Candace and she was so easy to work with. She didn’t stress when we made changes...
regarding the set up. She just made it happen.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 01/20/2023
Pam, thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means more than you could know. We lo...
ved celebrating with you and your family. Wishing you all many years of happiness! Candace
Kyleigh C
5.0
12/20/2022
Amazing staff and food! So glad I used them for my wedding!
Mary H
3.0
11/06/2022
The food was very well prepared, everyone enjoyed it. The staff seemed to be somewhat disorganized. Marissa walked around with a clip board and seating chart, but didn’t seem to ...
know how to get things started for dinner.
The most disappointing thing was that the staff filled plates of the bakery goods ( the bride, who was a little late in selecting her desert, watched as they filled plates and took to the kitchen. ) The same happened even before the guests could participate in the late evening snack. We think a reminder to the waitstaff is in order. While they are certainly welcome to have dinner, certainly not before the guests.
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/17/2022
Hi Mary,
We appreciate any and all feedback and thank you for taking the time to share you...
r concerns with us. Our team will further look into these details, as service is of utmost importance to us and one of our core values!
We have already followed up with the Bride & Groom to ensure their big day was a success.
Again, we thank you for sharing your thoughts. Many congratulations to Lauren and Cody!
Respectfully, Marissa
Morgan T
5.0
11/06/2022
Ces and Judy’s was the caterer for our wedding on October 16, 2022. We loved working with Darla and Candace for our big day!! Darla was amazing and anticipated what we would need a...
nd knew all the right questions to ask. She made planning a breeze. Her and her team were also able to accommodate for food allergies for a few of our guests and we appreciated that so much. On the day of our wedding, we received so many complements on our food and some of our guests even told us it was the best food they ever had at a wedding! We really enjoyed all of the passed hors d'oeuvres and our meal. Darla and her team even put a little plate of the hors d’oeuvres passed at the cocktail hour at our king’s table for my husband and I as we were taking pictures when they were passed. I could not recommend Ces and Judy’s more for any event you need catering for. The food was delicious, and they were so fun to work with! If you need a caterer, book with them!!
Response from Ces & Judy's Catering on 11/17/2022
Hi Morgan,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review on behalf of Ces & Ju...
dy's Catering. It was my sincere pleasure working with you and Jim and I know Candace feels the same way. I have shared your comments with Chef Mary and her kitchen staff because it means so much to them for you and your guests to enjoy our food.
We wish you great health and happiness in your future endeavors. You are a lovely couple.
Sincerely, Darla
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