Best of Weddings Hall of Fame
Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania
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Chef Jonathan Soudry
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (13X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Hunt Vallery, MD, Rouge Fine Catering offers high-quality custom menus for weddings and events. Our culinary team prides itself in delivering a delicious and organized dining experience. From your rehearsal dinner to your dessert stations, we will be ready to give you and your guests a mouthwatering weekend.
Chef Jonathan Soudry has over 40 years of experience in the culinary industry. He received his culinary training in his native France before establishing Rouge Fine Catering in 2007. Alongside his dedicated team, he goes above and beyond to help couples enjoy an unforgettable celebration. Each of our dishes is made with fresh ingredients to achieve the most authentic flavor.
Rouge Fine Catering arrives at each event space with a mobile kitchen and state-of-the-art cooking equipment. We proudly serve at venues throughout Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Washington, DC. You will have a variety of serving styles to choose from, including buffet stations, family-style arrangements, and plated meals. From your bar menu to your event rentals, we are ready to exceed your expectations.
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Japanese
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Chef Jonathan Soudry
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Lead by Chef and owner Jonathan Soudry, ROUGE opened its doors in 2007 in Hunt Valley, Maryland. In his quest for the ideal culinary service, Chef Soudry skillfully combines over 35 years of professional experience with his native French culinary training to bring Rouge clients restaurant quality food in place of traditional “catering” food.
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Rouge Catering receives rave reviews from multiple couples for their exceptional service, delicious food, and seamless coordination. The staff, particularly Kaitlin, Danica, and Celeste, are highlighted for their professionalism, organization, and responsiveness. Guests praise the diverse menu options, unique creations, and the quality of food served, including the raw bar and braised short rib. Reviewers appreciate the helpfulness in coordinating linens and chair rentals, as well as the attention to detail in the setup and design of the event. Overall, Rouge Catering is highly recommended for weddings due to their outstanding quality, service, and attentiveness.Review photos
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Morgan B
5.0
4/23/2025
We're so happy we went with Rouge! The food was fantastic, our guests were talking about it for days! All their options are so creative, and there's definitely something for everyone. The staff and bartenders were super nice too. They also coordinated the set up of our Pittsburgh cookie table, which came out perfect. Overall they were very easy to work with and very responsive. We highly recommend them!
5.0
3/11/2025
Kaitlin, and Rouge as a whole, made our wedding as seamless as possible. The food was amazing, along with the service. Could not recommend them more!
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Brooke C
5.0
11/15/2024
Rouge catered our wedding a little over a month ago and we couldn't have picked a better catering company for our big day! Kaitlin made everything so seamless. Our guests were raving about how delicious everything was; from the raw bar at cocktail hour, to the signature cockatils, to the desserts at the end of the night, everything was perfect! Kaitlin even packed my husband and I to-go boxes of each meal that was served at the wedding to bring home to enjoy later (since we didn't eat much at the wedding... too busy dancing!) We can't recommend Rouge catering enough!
Elisabeth D
5.0
10/24/2024
Rouge absolutely made our day a total success. We opted to do our furniture, linens, bar, and full service dining with them, and they knocked it out of the park. Kaitlin was wonderful to work with. For the quality of the food and service, I thought their pricing was very reasonable.
karen p
5.0
10/23/2024
Words cannot express how amazing Rouge was throughout the entire wedding planning process, not just catering on our wedding day. From the very beginning they provided great suggestions regarding menu options that paired well together and were flexible with modifications eg swapping out certain liquor options, adding in a champagne tower and toast. They also helped us with our linens and chair rentals, and were quick to provide all options over email and went over them again with me in person during the tasting. The day of went super smoothly and our guests literally cannot stop raving about the food, one of my friends said she literally is dreaming of the short rib and another tried every dessert option because they all kept getting better. Danica and Celeste not only went above and beyond, even helping with table layouts and design, but were always quick to respond and always so kind. I had already known I was going to use Rouge as our caterer when we got engaged because their restaurant is close to my parents' house, but truly cannot recommend them enough to anyone because the food, decor and the overall day was incredible big thanks to them!
Thaddeus S
5.0
10/21/2024
Rouge just catered my son’s wedding and we worked with Danica Stentzel on it. Danica and Rouge exceeded my expectations! They helped with tasks that were not their responsibility. Staff paid attention to every detail and came to me with questions in a very collaborative fashion. This is my second child’s wedding that they have catered I love. The food has always been outstanding and the staff professional and friendly. I would easily recommend them in the future!
Peter R
5.0
10/21/2024
Rouge was a delight to work with from start to finish. Very professional, communicative, and met our vision every step of the way. The menu was easy to put together and delicious. Highly recommend.
Erika M
5.0
10/21/2024
I can’t recommend Rouge highly enough! They are truly the best in the industry, and their confidence is well-deserved. From the very beginning, they made the planning process seamless and enjoyable, providing an outstanding tasting that left us excited for our big day.
When I met our day-of coordinator, Anne, I felt incredibly grateful. She was organized, meticulous, and exuded professionalism, making everything run smoothly.
Now, let’s talk about the FOOD! It was some of the best I’ve ever had, and I’m still amazed at how they pulled off such exceptional quality in a buffet setting. You absolutely must try the braised short rib—it was a showstopper! I’m already trying to figure out how to enjoy it again.
All of the staff were incredibly sweet and attentive, contributing to a wonderful evening that we will never forget. If you’re looking for top-notch catering for your wedding, look no further than Rouge!
shelby g
5.0
10/20/2024
The first comment we got about our wedding the next day was the food. The entire experience from start to finish was seamless. The staff was incredibly kind, helpful and timely. We had multiple different kind of cuisine at our wedding and everything was fabulous!!
Jasmin G
5.0
10/10/2024
THE BEST caterer that we could have asked for! Rouge catered our wedding two weeks ago and it could not have been better.
We had a complicated meal service--3 entrees and two side dishes served family style--that Rouge served effortlessly. Everything was hot and timely and in good supply, no need to hunt for servers or appetizers during cocktail hour. I heard from guests who mentioned how fun and lively the servers were as they dropped off and cleaned plates.
Everything was delicious too! We had crab cakes during cocktail hour that I swear were the best crab cakes I've ever had. Our guests couldn't agree on what their favorite entrée was.
Special thanks to Eli, who kept the whole thing going and took extra time to make sure our kiddish cup was cleaned, dried, and stored. Definitely recommend!
P H
5.0
10/08/2024
Kaitlin and the Rouge team were fun to work with as the caterer for our September 2024 wedding.
They provided a behind the scenes tour of their facility showing us how everything is organized in the lead up to our wedding.
Kaitlin was very professional, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. Her entire team were equally professional and we have no concerns recommending Rouge to folks seeking a catering vendor.
Sara W
5.0
10/06/2024
We used Rouge Catering for our recent September 2024 wedding, and couldn't be happier with our choice! We worked closely with Danica, who was incredibly knowledgable and responsive. They helped us with coordinating linens and menu creation- we received SO MANY compliments on our food from all guests. As an added bonus, the groom has a gluten allergy and they were still able to create amazing gluten-free options for appetizers and desserts. The staff that worked the wedding were attentive and a pleasure to interact with. The professionalism and the quality of the food were well worth the cost!
Samantha G
5.0
10/06/2024
We had a great experience with Rouge for our wedding - not only was the food amazing, but the level of service, peace of mind and expertise was top notch as well. Initially meeting with Kaitlin, all of the food we sampled was amazing and we knew we would be going with Rouge right on the spot. Once the planning process started, Julia was great in helping us stay organized, keep everything flowing and providing us with a huge peace of mind throughout the planning process and ceremony (and even helped keep us fed when we were busy during the wedding). We received numerous compliments on the service and food - thank you to the team at Rouge!
Michael R
5.0
9/10/2024
We used Rouge for the first time for our daughter's wedding last Saturday. They listened to our needs in teh preplanning a year ago. We picked our tastes, seasonal favorites and planned the perfect appetizers, salad, entrees and desserts. Kaitlin our lead and her team performed perfectly on our daughter's wedding day. their team was the perfect complement to the day. Exceptional Quality and Service. Highly recommend.
Dani Q
5.0
8/02/2024
This review has been a long time coming (almost 2 years since our wedding!), so I apologize for the very late response! Rouge catered our wedding and phenomenal would be an understatement. From the tasting up until the wedding itself, the staff were just amazing. Abby went above and beyond for us, even getting us wine and or'dervs during photos. She also packed us leftovers, including our ceremony cake and extra cupcakes, to take home. And the food was exceptional, definitely a highlight of our wedding! So many of our friends and family still rave about how delicious the food was. Thank you again, Rouge, for helping make our special day memorable!
Rachel S
5.0
6/23/2024
Working with Rouge was a dream, which, as the bride, is saying something when working with wedding vendors. The consultation started with them asking what our favorite foods were and they built a menu around that- making it unique only to us and not like every other wedding you’ve been to. They were extremely communicative and collaborative throughout the entire process, making changes when we had a new idea or offering suggestions (like having breakfast sandwiches passed out at the end of the night to guests). The staff was so attentive and professional on the day of the wedding AND all our guests are still raving about the food! I highly highly recommend Rouge for your wedding!
response 06/30/2024
Thank you so much for taking time to write a review for us! We love building custom menus ...
for our couples and we are honored to have catered for you :)
Joan B
5.0
6/17/2024
Rouge Catering did the catering for my daughter's wedding last weekend and I can't begin to tell you want a wonderful job they did from the food, to the service, to the communication before, and during the event. Their team of professionals are the best, it was flawless from start to finish and all the guests raved over the food. When I told the other vendors who the caterer was they said hands down they are the best in the industry and they love to work with them. I have used them before for other events and would never use anyone else.
response 06/30/2024
We were so happy to cater your daughter's wedding for you and thrilled that everyone enjoy...
ed the food! Thank you for passing on the compliments from other wedding vendors :) We hope to hear from you again for your catering needs!
Annaliese A
5.0
6/03/2024
I booked Rouge for my wedding and it could not have been a better choice!! We shopped around with about 5 other caterers and my husband is VERY specific when it comes to food. He wanted to make sure that the food at our wedding was excellent, it was one of his top priorities. We liked some of the other caterers but had heard really great things about Rouge. We were a bit wary that they didn't do tastings but everything we kept hearing about them was fantastic so we decided to go with them and we were not disappointed. Our day of contact, Julia was so helpful, responsive, and organized. She jumped right in and was always available to answer any questions we had whether it was food, cost, or decor related. The team at Rouge worked with us to customize our menu to meet our needs and to add special touches to make the food reflect the cultural elements of my husbands background (Colombian) that were important for us to incorporate into our day. Most importantly, on wedding day everything tasted AMAZING!! We had steak and chicken and both were cooked perfectly. All the sides were wonderful. We had an assorted dessert table that all our guests raved about! Every detail was considered and thoughtfully handled by Rouge. The staff was friendly, organized, and most importantly calm and professional. I would absolutely recommend Rouge to any bride and groom!!!!
Maggie C
5.0
5/28/2024
Rouge provided the most amazing food for our wedding. We had a stations style dinner and they had wonderful selections for this style. We received so many compliments from our guests about how good the food and our signature drink was. Kaitlin was so attentive to my husband and I during the reception, making sure we had plenty of food-we were actually full by the time the dancing started which was a pleasant surprise! We also heard from our guests that the catering staff was wonderful. Overall a great experience working with them and would definitely recommend!
response 06/30/2024
This is amazing! Thank you for sharing a review for us. It is very important to us that yo...
u and your husband got to enjoy dinner too!! I will pass on the compliments to Kaitlin and her team from your event! Thank you again :)
Josie! W
5.0
5/09/2024
Rouge was an OUTSTANDING catering company.
Of course, their food is just incredible - we knew immediately after our tasting that Rouge was going to be our choice. At our wedding some of the most popular items were the scallops and the mini mac n cheese skillets.
The thing that really set Rouge apart was the way they treated us so special from day one. Celeste, Lindsay, and Kaitlin always made themselves available whenever we wanted to meet, and they listened to each request, and took great care of our vision for the wedding. It was a wonderful stress off my plate to have such a reliable and kind vendor taking care of such a critical part of our reception.
We used Rouge for not only food, but the open bar, table and chair rentals, dishware, and linens. They were even able to help us with an outdoor patio heater! On top of all that- they turned around our venue, the B&O railroad in less than 2 hours, and they made that room look absolutely stunning.
When we arrived at the reception after the ceremony, I was to delighted to have Kaitlin and Celeste ready to meet me and my husband right at the entrance, with a tray full of appetizers for us to enjoy before greeting our guests. They also packed us two complimentary to-go meals, since they knew we wouldn't get around to eating very much during the reception.
I cannot express how thankful I am for Rouge elevating our wedding night into a delicious, loving, and stress-free celebration. I HIGHLY recommend you pick them as your caterer if you're in the Baltimore area.
response 06/30/2024
Wow! Thank you so much for this review! We are delighted that we could make your event str...
ess-free and delicious! I will pass on the compliments to the entire team of managers, kitchen and front of house staff. Thank you
Daniel B
5.0
12/26/2023
Kaitlin and her whole rouge crew were great. The food was amazing and Kaitlin made sure we had everything we needed all night long. It was a pleasure to have rouge cater our 175 + person wedding. Our guests complimented the food all night long.
response 06/30/2024
Thank you for taking time to write a review for us. So happy that we made your reception a...
delicious event!! Congratulations again to the newlyweds!!
Samual K
5.0
11/09/2023
We just have to share our fantastic experience with Rouge Catering, especially giving a shout-out to Julia Milligan, the Manager of Catering Sales & Events. We had our event at the American Visionary Art Museum in October, and from the very first email exchange, we knew we were in good hands.
Julia and her team were not just pros at what they do; they were also some of the friendliest folks we've ever worked with. They made the whole process, from our initial email to the grand finale of our event, a true pleasure.
Now, let's talk about the food – it was incredible! Our guests couldn't stop raving about dishes like the Brie en Croute, the short ribs, and the Corn pudding. Rouge Catering's culinary talents really shone through.
What really set Julia and her team apart was their incredible flexibility. They helped us pick the perfect menu and made sure everything related to food and the bar went off without a hitch on the big day.
And let's not forget our incredible cake from SugarBakers! It not only looked amazing but tasted even better. Our cake featured two delectable flavors, Cannoli d'ville and Peach Melba. It was a true showstopper and perfectly complemented our event.
In a nutshell, we highly recommend Rouge Catering, and a big thank you to Julia Milligan and her amazing team for making our event a huge success. If you want a catering company that's not only great at what they do but also a joy to work with, Rouge Catering is the way to go. They exceeded all our expectations.
response 06/30/2024
We truly appreciate you taking time to write a review for us! And now I am hungry, thinkin...
g about your menu........Brie en Croute and short ribs........so good!!! You made excellent choices! And SugarBakers is the best!! I will pass your review on to the team. Thank you again for choosing Rouge!!
Brittney L
5.0
11/01/2023
Rouge Catering is absolutely incredible! I would give them more than 5 stars if I could. From the very beginning of planning they were so quick to respond anytime there was a question. They updated the quote/contract anytime something was changed sent it immediately. All team members that I spoke to were very friendly and professional. And most importantly the food was absolutely amazing! From our wedding night to the few weeks following we had many of our guests tell us how amazing the food was. We asked for a diner themed menu and Rouge was the only catering team that was creative and able to give us what we were looking for. I would 100% recommend Rouge Catering!
response 06/30/2024
We love themed and custom menus and we had a blast designing yours!! Thank you for the kin...
d words. We are so happy that you and your guests enjoyed the menu!
Mandy H
5.0
9/13/2023
I cannot say enough amazing things about Rouge! From the initial tasting all the way up to our wedding day, they provided top-notch service. Special shout out to Kaitlin and Marija for supporting us through the planning process. They were both organized, patient, and extremely helpful in every way. Our floor plan and table setups also looked amazing thanks to them. For cocktail hour, they were able to provide a raw bar for us which was a hit! Our dinner menu included beef tenderloin, chicken piccata, asparagus, fingerling potatoes and stuffed bell peppers. Everything was delicious and cooked to perfection! All of our guests kept talking about how amazing the food and service was and how it was the best wedding food they have ever had. Rouge truly went above and beyond and made all of our dreams come true!
response 06/30/2024
That was a fantastic menu and we are so happy that you and your guests enjoyed Rouge's off...
erings! Thank you so much for taking time to write a review!
Christine F
5.0
8/09/2023
I can’t say enough amazing things about this company. Not only was every single person we worked with so kind and wonderful but the food was absolutely DIVINE. I’m still dreaming about it. They were also super accommodating of our guests who had dietary restrictions/allergies. Would definitely hire them again!
response 06/30/2024
Thank you! Thank you! We were honored to be part of your celebration and so glad that we w...
ere able to accommodate the dietary restrictions and allergies :)
Please give us a call for your next catering needs :)
Erica L
5.0
7/25/2023
Choosing to go with Rouge as our caterer was easily one of the best decisions we made while planning our wedding. They were so responsive and flexible! They allowed us to buy our own alcohol, provide dessert that was near and dear to our hearts, and serve the late night snack of our choosing. We brought in both donuts and hotdogs from the bride's hometown (6 hours away) and they seamlessly prepared and served both after dinner for our guests. Guests are still talking about the food a month later and we could not be more pleased. We were seafood heavy on both passed appetizers and dinner and the cost was very reasonable. I cannot say enough good things about them!
response 06/30/2024
Your event was So Much Fun! ...and we loved being part of it! Thank you for taking the tim...
e to write us a review! It is truly appreciated.
Amanda M
5.0
7/16/2023
Rouge catering was phenomenal for our wedding in July 2023!! Our guests were so impressed with the hor d'oeuvres, dinner, dessert, and service. We continue to hear loads of compliments and everyone had a different favorite. Our Italian-inspired menu included hor d'oeuvres like prosciutto and melon, meatballs, and grilled eggplant. A crowd favorite was the oyster raw bar with his and hers oyster shooters! We were so excited for the raw bar and it was exactly what we wanted. Our dinner menu was served family style and included beef tenderloin, salmon, asparagus, risotto, and stuffed bell peppers. Everything was cooked to perfection and was absolutely delicious. The mini cannolis during dessert were another hit. Rouge’s attention to detail is outstanding. Anne worked with us from day one to craft a menu that fit our style and taste. From the tasting, their communication, planning, and delivering on the wedding day, our experience was smooth and organized.
response 06/30/2024
Oh, yes!!! Your menu was a blast! So good!! We were honored to be able to develop this men...
u with you and prepare it for you. Your review is truly appreciated :)
Kelly S
4.0
5/30/2023
AMAZING food. Would've given 5 stars, but they were not accommodating with refunding us for guests that changed their RSVP a few days prior to the wedding. They also did not pack a meal for one of my guests who is severely allergic to most foods, so she could not eat anything.
response 06/21/2023
Hello Kelly and thank you for taking time to leave a review for ROUGE. We loved being a pa...
rt of the day and are so glad that you loved the food!! We always strive to get 5 stars and so wanted to publicly respond to your comments.
As stated in our contract, we cannot issue refunds a few days before the event for guests who change their RSVP because we have already completed staffing, specialty/custom food and beverage ordering and rental orders (furniture, linens, tableware) for the event. Exact excerpt from the contract ready "Final guest count is due 14 days prior to the event date. After which, guest count may increase but may not decrease." Therefore, unfortunately we could not issue a refund for a change in guest count a few days before the event.
In addition, we made several custom meals for dietary restrictions as we are very sensitive to this issue. We were notified of several custom meals via email prior to the event and we are not aware of a guest who did not have a meal. The event manager even prepared a meal 'on the fly' for a guest who stated dietary restrictions after their meal was served.
Joe S
5.0
5/16/2023
I truly cannot say enough good things about Rouge! From start to finish, they were easy to work with, accommodating, communicative, and had every detail covered. Major shootouts to Celeste and Amanda for their hospitality, patience, and execution.
The pre-contract process: This was the first caterer I called and actually had someone answer the phone at the same time. Celeste answered all of my questions, helped me to build a starting menu and invited us in for a tasting. I don't want to take away the surprise for anyone's tasting, but let's just say you get shown the whole operation, and you're treated like family.
The coordination and day-of execution: Amanda was our main point of contact after contract signing. She was organized, even keeled, and extremely helpful in every way. She made sure every detail was accounted for and gave recommendations when asked. Our floor plan, table setups, and color scheme were very well done. She made sure our guests were taken care of as well.
The food: I have yet to attend a wedding where the food was as good as ours (maybe I'm a little biased, but come on - a taco bar at a wedding is pretty epic). People raved about the passed apps and taco bar, and some thought we wouldn't serve a plated meal because the apps were so plentiful. The dual plate salmon and bistro steak was a hit. The dessert display was amazing as well - cupcakes, cannolis, and tres leches cake were all outstanding! I wish we'd have captured more food pics, but our photographer's attention was on the people 🙂.
The fact that Rouge cooks on site and could prepare all of this food for almost 200 guests was absolutely incredible! If you want a quality caterer that executes delicious and beautifully presented food, go with Rouge - thank you to Rouge for playing such a big part in our big day!
response 05/31/2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a detailed review! We were so excited ...
to help you plan your menu.....and yes, your Taco Bar was EPIC!! Loved being a part of your day!!
Lauren K
5.0
5/15/2023
The food and service were amazing!! Also the table set up was exactly what I imagined:)
response 05/31/2023
We are so glad that you are happy with ROUGE!! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of y...
our day!
Heather B
5.0
12/26/2022
Rouge was amazing to work with for our wedding. From our first inquiry through to days even after our wedding day we felt like part of the family. It was always easy to get in touch with someone and they made sure our day went off without a problem! Eli was an awesome day of event manager. And the food was AMAZING! All of our guests raved about everything. We were able to attend part of our cocktail hour, so we had some hors d’oeuvres with our guests and we had our own plate waiting for us when we got to our dinner table. Our entrée was phenomenal, and this bride had a clean plate! We were able to customize the bar and we had two specialty cocktails. Rouge had our cake baked by Sugar Bakers and cupcakes from Flavor Cupcakery and everything was delicious. We highly recommend Rouge Fine Catering!
response 01/24/2023
Thank you so much, Heather for taking time to write a review for Rouge! We truly appreciat...
e it and now.....you ARE part of the ROUGE family!! Congratulations again to both of the beautiful brides!! We wish you all the best <3
Sarah H
5.0
11/15/2022
I cannot praise this company enough. Everyone we spoke to was so kind and helpful. Celeste took so much stress off my plate and did a phenomenal job!! My guests have NOT stopped talking about how incredible the food was and they gave all raved about the service. Thank you Rouge!!
response 01/24/2023
So so glad that we took some of the stress off your plate!! Thank you for sharing your r...
eview of ROUGE. We are so glad that your guests enjoyed our offerings! Congratulations again <3
Marija H
5.0
11/15/2022
Rouge Fine Catering catered our wedding on 11/5/22. It was truelly the best day ever from the amazing food (thanks to Siba and the kitchen) to all the staff being professional and very kind. It was the best decision going with such an amazing company.
response 01/24/2023
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Carolyne F
5.0
10/26/2022
We worked with Rouge for our wedding and we are very pleased with the service and the food they delivered! The food was very tasty and the variety of options was great. We had a food tasting and a tour of their facilities which assured us of the quality of their service. The day of the event manager (Lindsey) was fantastic! She was very attentive, detail oriented and made sure everything ran smoothly. The staff/servers were also very professional and friendly. We highly recommend hiring Rouge for your event!
response 01/24/2023
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for ROUGE. We were honored to celebrate yo...
ur special day with you at Shadow Creek !
Robin M
5.0
9/27/2022
We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better team of professionals to make our daughter and son-in-law’s wedding the most amazing night EVER. The individuals at Rouge Catering were all so attentive, down-to-earth and personable. They provided anything and everything we needed while keeping our friends and family happy. The food is another story – it was literally the BEST food we have EVER had at any event from the hors d’oeuvres to the main course. The crab dip was jumbo lump in every bite and simply mouth-watering. There were so many decadent hors d’oeurvres that, by the time dinner was served, most people were so stuffed we had to wheel them to the table. But, they had no difficulty with the Mac ‘N Cheese Bar – a wonderful accompaniment to a sensational meal. Celeste and Amanda’s team were literally the Dream Team from communications, recommendations, to putting together this special moment in our family’s lives with professional ease. Thank you!
response 01/24/2023
Always room for Mac 'N Cheese !! I love it!! Thank you so much for taking time to review R...
OUGE. We absolutely loved being a part of your celebration and hope to hear from you for your next event <3 Thank you again!
Madison H
4.0
9/18/2022
ROUGE Fine Catering is extremely punctual. They are super nice & willing to help & answer questions. The quality of their food is impeccable. I do wish, however, that since we had paid for 100 guests & only have 87 that we would have received more leftovers.
Kristen L
5.0
9/15/2022
Rouge Catering catered our wedding in August 2022 and it was one of the best decisions we made for the whole wedding. They presented us a full menu during our tasting, but were able to "cater" things to our specific taste and desires. Our passed appetizers were A HIT, including the crab dip and our specifically requested empanadas. For dinner, we had filet and crab cake and probably 30 guests told us it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. The steak was perfectly cooked, everything was hot, and the presentation was beautiful! This goes for the dessert as well which featured an ice cream bar and customized passed crème brulee. Would 100% recommend and have again at another event!
response 01/24/2023
We are so happy that we were part of your special day! Thank you for reviewing ROUGE, we r...
eally appreciate it. I wish I would have worked your wedding.....you mentioned some of my favorites :) Ice Cream bar = so much fun!!
Julia R
5.0
6/29/2022
We had Rouge cater our wedding and they did not disappoint. I was told several times by guests that it was the best food they had ever had at a wedding. The Mac and Cheese and Short Rib were raved about, but it was all delicious and beautiful. Working with the team from Celeste to Kyla was very smooth and I always felt they were on their A game even when I would change small things along the way. I would highly recommend Rouge for your wedding and other catering needs! Thanks everyone!
response 01/24/2023
Julia, thank you so much for the review and recommendation!! We loved being part of your s...
pecial day at The Tannery Barn! It was a beautiful celebration and we wish you all the best <3 Dont forget to call us for your next celebration. There is plenty of Mac and Cheese and Short Ribs for your next party :)
Lisa L
5.0
6/21/2022
Rouge was fantastic from start to finish. Their wonderful tasting made it clear immediately that their food would be delicious, but we soon learned to appreciate their professionalism and attention to detail as we worked together to plan our daughter's wedding. Everyone we worked with made our exchanges a joy. And the wedding reception was perfect. They took care of us from the moment we arrived, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment.
response 01/24/2023
We are so glad that you were able to relax and enjoy your daughter's wedding! And we hope ...
she had a blast too :) That is our goal! And we really appreciate you taking time to write a review for ROUGE. thank you so much!!
Jonna F
5.0
6/07/2022
Everyone knows one of the things you remember about a wedding is the food- and our food definitely did not disappoint! Many guests have gone out of their way to say how fantastic the food was! We even got to-go boxes to enjoy for after the wedding; which was great to have outside of jus the wedding day/night!
Anne, our events manager, was very helpful at providing options of other dietary needs for myself, and our wedding guests. She did a great job the day of to ensure everything went off without a hitch!
Great food options for any wedding! Give them a look or even better a taste!
response 01/24/2023
Jonna, thank you so much for taking time to write this review for ROUGE. I actually just p...
osted more pics of your wedding on Rouge's instagram this morning. What a beautiful day - cant get enough! Please call us for your next big celebration! Thank you again
Jessica K
5.0
5/25/2022
Amanda and her team managed our 200 person, at home wedding this past weekend and were wonderful from start to finish! The food was absolutely amazing- we're traditional Marylander's and had lots of seafood options for cocktail hour (raw oysters, ahi tuna, cocktail shrimp, crab tarts, scallops and coconut shrimp) everything was great! Followed by filet or rockfish for dinner- all of our guests raved about the food. They also devoured the milk and cookie bar- many guests told me they went back for 2nds and 3rds. The bartenders and servers had exceptional customer service (and on a 95 degree day)- my husband and I are retired bartenders and have high expectations, they exceeded them! Do yourself a favor and call Rouge for your next big event, you will not be disappointed!
response 01/24/2023
Thank you so much for taking time to review ROUGE. And let me just say, your menu was FIRE...
!!!!! And your event was so amazing, despite the temperature. It is such a joy to see a couple's big day come together so beautifully and we are honored to have been a part of it!! Thank you again and call us for your next party!!
Luci S
5.0
5/23/2022
Rouge Catering did an outstanding job for my daughter’s wedding. They were professional and courteous, and the food was absolutely fantastic! Our family and friends couldn’t stop raving about how delicious everything was. I highly recommend them.
response 01/24/2023
We are so happy that we were able to celebrate your daughters's wedding with you! And espe...
cially happy that we were able to please the palates of your family and friends. Thank you so much for the review :)
Casey t
5.0
4/06/2022
Marija and Rouge helped us have the wedding of our dreams!!! They helped us with every little question and put all our fears aside when we felt like we didn’t know what we were doing. The day could not have gone more perfect thanks to them. Get the old bay pretzel cups as an app!!!!
response 01/24/2023
First of all, reading your review made me hungry for an Old Bay Pretzel!! Yummmmm, so glad...
that you had them. Thank you so much for taking time to review ROUGE. We were honored to celebrate your day with you at Accelerator Space and so happy that we made your planning process a little less stressful <3
Alex C
5.0
4/05/2022
We just had our wedding reception. It was great. We were a COVID delayed wedding and Rouge was willing to work with us the whole way. Other vendors were going to charge us extra for basic services that our venue required (such as have a bar on a different floor, or even asking for real glassware, plates, and cutlery). Making changes was easy and pricing was upfront and easy to understand. The night of we had multiple guests coming up to us unprompted to tell us that the food was GREAT. The bartenders kept the lines moving. Also we had a buffet style service and the Rouge Staff made the lines move quickly and efficiently so we could get onto the dancing portion of the night. In particular Amanda Shulkin over at Rouge was fantastic to work with up to the event and the day of. Highly recommend to anyone considering them.
response 01/24/2023
We are so happy and honored that we finally got to celebrate your day with you and glad th...
at we were able to help you along the way with your planning and COVID delays! It was all worth it and your celebration was amazing. We really appreciate your review and be sure to invite us to the next party !! <3
Morgan M
5.0
4/04/2022
Rouge was one of my favorite vendors for our wedding day! They were the one vendor that caused me almost no stress! We planned a Baltimore wedding from Texas and Rouge was very accommodating with us! They were able to get us a tasting while we were in town for the holidays and I am so glad we did a tasting because the food was amazing! After the tasting they gave us a coordinator, Marija, and she was AMAZING! Her and I were in constant contact pretty much every day, multiple times a day until the wedding. When I was not able to attend the venue final walk through due to us being in Texas, Marija and our wedding planner attended on our behalf and facetimed us when they got there which was very helpful! Marija helped with all the last minute details, almost as much as our wedding planner. She helped with our tables and seating chart to helping us select linens, tables, napkins and more and they turned out exactly how I wanted them. The staff the day of was very accommodating and I had many guests say how nice the staff was! They were very timely when passing out drinks, hors d’oeuvres and the meals. I was worried about having one bar for 120 guests but there was a very little line the whole night! My husband and I were worried we wouldn’t have time with pictures to eat the delicious hors d’oeuvre and we were able to grab a few here and there because the staff made sure they came around to us, which was very nice! Not only did they make sure we got some, when we sat down at our sweetheart table, they had a whole tray of 2 of each of the hors d’oeuvres for us! One of the main things I wanted since we were having a Maryland wedding was a menu that was tailored to encompass the delicious food that you find in Maryland. The menu we had to chose from was great, we had hors d’oeuvres that were from seafood to old bay cheese sauce for the pretzel bites and it added to the wedding! Our main menu options were the classic crab cakes and the Maryland sweet and spiced chicken and guests could not get over how great the food was! To top it off, a majority of their menu items are gluten free which was very easy to navigate for any guests that had food allergies! At the end of the night, they even packed up some left over food and cake for my husband and I to enjoy after which was great because we didn’t have time to eat additional cake besides when we cut the cake so the fact that we were able to enjoy a slice of each layer of our cake after the wedding was amazing! I cannot say enough good things about Rouge and everything they did for us on our wedding day! Catering is such a big part of your wedding budget and Rouge was very affordable and the quality of the food and service was top notch!
response 01/24/2023
Wow, this review almost brought me to tears! Thank you so much. I remember when you came i...
n for your tasting......the Chef saying ' these people came from Texas for this tasting, it will be perfect!" He was so happy when he found out that you went ROUGE!! And we are all happy that we could help make your day special for you. Congratulations again and be sure to call us for your next B'more party!!
Marcia S
5.0
12/15/2021
Rouge catered my daughter’s wedding and everything was perfect; from the floor plan, table settings, drinks, and especially the staff. The food was out of this world! I’m still getting compliments about the meal. We had a plated dinner service that would equal a 5-star restaurant. We highly recommend Rouge to anyone looking for a first class caterer.
Eric B
5.0
11/23/2021
We already knew that the food would be spectacular based on the food tasting. But what made Rouge so exceptional was that the Rouge professionals knew with absolute certainty, at all times, what they were doing. When bride and groom are stressed, or anxious, or lacking confidence in their own decision-making, having true professional guide everyone through the process with confidence is critical. When trying to make a once-in-a-lifetime event special, it's really nice to rely on experienced professionals, who know the venue and who know all the other vendors in the hospitality industry. As a result, the event itself proved to be what we all wanted it to be--incredibly smooth, relaxed, well run, and oh-so-special!
Cink D
5.0
10/22/2021
Rouge was our Son and Daughter-In-Law's choice for the wedding so we had them cater the rehearsal dinner since we were at the same venue for both. What a great choice! The wedding food was fantastic and for the rehearsal dinner we had their "family style" service of the most delicious food we have ever tasted - a huge success! Thank you Rouge
Harriet T
5.0
10/05/2021
Rouge was amazing to work with for our daughter's wedding. From the food (they were able to accomodate an entire gluten free menu), to the staff to our coordinator Amanda -the best in the business, everything went well beyond our expectations.
Kelsey G
5.0
9/22/2021
There are absolutely NO WORDS that could describe JUST how amazing Rouge catering is. I honestly don’t know what caterer out there can top them. My (now) husband and I are huge, huge “foodies” and Rouge absolutely did not disappoint.
Amanda was our coordinator from Rouge for the day. She was incredibly accommodating, a “calm” among the chaos, and really helped us zero in on our overall vision. Amanda and her team made sure we also did not go hungry! After cocktail hour, we had an entire spread of all the goodies we missed out on while taking pictures as we approached the reception tent.
Rouge also helped to make our beer-tasting dreams come true for our custom escort wall. We provided the beers, and they did the pouring- it was SUCH an amazing touch.
Everyone is still RAVING about the food. It was so fun seeing everyone’s excitement with all the choices: taco station, Asian/sushi station, and “Maryland” station. The presentation and execution were just beyond words!
The rest of the Rouge staff (there were SO many!!) were hard-working, incredibly pleasant, and beyond professional!
Look no further and book Rouge!
Devin M
5.0
6/06/2021
Rouge Catering is exceptional. Their food is absolutely delicious and their staff was incredibly helpful and responsive, even as we navigated having to postpone our original wedding due to COVID. We cannot tell you how many times we heard from our guests that our food was the best wedding food they’ve ever had! They raved about all of the appetizers and particularly the crab cake entrée (a big deal given all of the Marylanders there). We worked directly with Amanda who was an absolute pleasure to work with! We got so many compliments about the friendliness and service of the staff who were on-site. Rouge is a class act and we would highly recommend them to others!
Alexandria S
5.0
11/09/2020
My husband and I have nothing but good things to say about Rouge Fine Catering. Our wedding was Friday, November, 6, 2020 and it was beyond perfect. Amanda and her staff were incredible from the time of setup to the time of breakdown. We chose hors d’oeuvres, a main entrée, and a late night snack consisting of a warm pretzel bar. Our guests were amazed by the quality and freshness of the food from beginning to end and couldn’t believe it was wedding catering. It truly was restaurant quality. The reviews from guests said it all. The most incredible part of the entire service was the cleanliness and safety measures taken by Rouge concerning COVID-19 precautions. The hors d’oeuvres were passed along by waiters and waitresses with masks and gloves in place and the food was dressed and set beautifully on clear sheets with a cover to prevent any guests from leaning too close to the food. Service was innovative and as sanitary as could be given the current circumstances. The wait staff was incredible and professional the entire night, the compliments were endless. If you are looking for professionalism, innovativeness, and a food quality that falls nothing short of amazing, then Rouge is the perfect match for your wedding or event. We were truly blown away by the entire experience.
Susan A
5.0
11/02/2020
Outstanding in Every Way!
Rouge saved the day! The original venue for our daughter's wedding couldn't handle the size reception we needed (COVID restrictions) so we opted for an outdoor event at our home. Lucky us!!! Rouge gave us a proposal within 24 hours of our telephone call and were very helpful every step of the way.
The quality of the food and service at the event exceeded everyone's expectations. Our guests RAVED about the hors d'oeuvres, entrees, and desserts. Not a soul had a negative comment about anything (amazing!)
We would not hesitate to use them again. Rouge was beyond excellent!!!
Courtney B
5.0
11/01/2020
Rouge was absolutely fantastic to work with during the wedding planning process, especially with the challenges and uncertainty that covid brought. We ended up having to change our location, guest count, and went from having a buffet to a duel plated option and Rouge quickly and easily made all of the accommodations we needed and answered all of our questions throughout the past 8 months. We also felt incredibly safe with all of the precautions and safety measures that Rouge put in place. They are organized, professional, and truly care about their clients. Not to mention the fact that the food was delicious and we were getting compliments all evening! I highly recommend using Rouge, it’s well worth it!
Caroline S
5.0
10/19/2020
Rouge was absolutely the most amazing part of our wedding! We went for the full bar package in addition to our meal and our guests tell us our wedding had the best food of any wedding they’ve ever been to. The appetizers were all butlered due to Covid and that even turned out phenomenal. Rouge worked with us to create custom appetizers to celebrate each of our families and home towns and it ended up being so meaningful and special. The vegetarian options were slightly lacking (only 5 to choose from, all of which were pretty eclectic in flavor) and be aware of your guest count and price changes at various guest count markers, but other than that I would recommend Rouge 100%. The food was phenomenal, the bar was amazing, and working with Amanda was so simple. 10/10 experience.
Taylor B
5.0
10/12/2020
Absolutely wonderful! With our original wedding being cancelled due to COVID, we made a last minute plan to throw something together in our backyard. Rouge was amazing from start to end! The food was delicious and the presentation was perfect! Our guests can’t stop raving about the rockfish, truffle fries, and crabby mac-n-cheese!
Maggie M
5.0
10/02/2020
Rouge was absolutely incredible throughout our entire wedding process. We had to make so many changes through our year and a half of planning and they were there every step of the way. Their service was amazing and the food was even better. Our guests could not stop complimenting about how good the food was. Thank you so much Rouge team for making our day so special!
Shannon P
5.0
9/28/2020
Rouge Fine Catering was simply awesome for my daughter’s wedding this past Saturday!!! The food was amazing!! Customer Service was top notch and their professionalism was first rate! I would highly recommend them to all for your next event !!! And ask for Amanda she will go the extra mile for you!!!
Beth T
5.0
9/22/2020
I can’t say enough superlative things about Rouge’s planning and delivery of a covid-safe backyard wedding dinner. We didn’t have much time to plan (7 weeks) but Rouge was all in from th beginning, planning a menu to suit the couple and the event and communicating with clarity and consistency from start to finish, our event coordinator Amanda couldn’t have been any more professional, accommodating and easy to work with. As for the day-of, the setup and event management was impeccable, the food was delicious, and the service was five-star all the way. Rouge somehow transformed our “backup plan” into a showstopper with their quality of service and professionalism and made it look seamless, while we just enjoyed the party. Fantastic job; we couldn’t be happier.
Kelly G
5.0
9/21/2020
We were referred by our Wedding Coordinator (The Otherside Creatives) to Rouge Fine Catering for our May 29, 2020 wedding. We had a great experience with Amanda working with our budget and guest number to find a price and designing our delicious menu! Sadly, we had to move our date, venue and guest count due to COVID. Celeste and Jacqui worked with us through all the phases to still have our wedding during these crazy times. Jacqui helped me design several different menus from an upscale menu for 25 guests/micro wedding and then to 40 guests, all for us to come back to our original menu for a wedding of 75 guests, in my Mom's backyard and immediately arrived for a walk through. Our wedding day came and I cannot say enough about the servers, bartenders, and chef. The service and food were outstanding and have heard several times “That was the best food I’ve ever had at a wedding”. Something that will stick with me through my experience with this wonderful company was throughout our amazing evening, each staff member made it a point to congratulate and compliment us on a fun and pretty wedding. They thanked us for having them at our wedding when we were so grateful for them! We will continue to rave about our experience to couples and I hope to enjoy their work at many events in the future!
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