Signature Catering by Ovy

When beginning our wedding planning process last year, our most important vendor was the caterer. My husband and I both come from a Filipino background where the kitchen is always the heart of the home and food is truly a love language. Through extensive research, I stumbled upon Ovy and his team where we were in touch with Ati on the front end. This team is truly a hidden gem, as their online presence is not highly publicized, but if you have the opportunity to hire them for your wedding, we could not recommend them more. As we come from our Filipino bckground, Ovy and his staff have an incredibly impressive knowledge on enthic foods and were even able to provide us with options that incorporate our heritage, such as lechon, pansit, and Filipino barbeque. We were absolutely floored when we experienced our tasting at their office in Chicago, as they cooked and treated us as if we were part of their own family. Our wedding was held at the Brix on the Fox in Carpentersville, IL. We had just over 200 guests and we continue to hear nothing but incredibly raving reviews about the food, hospitality of the severs and bartending staff, and the overall welcoming environment they provided for our day. As this was one of the first encounters of Ovy Catering at the Brix, I was incredibly impressed with how seamless their communication was and how smoothly the entire operation was of our wedding day. We were asked several times by their staff if we needed food, drinks, or any other assistance outside of any catering needs. Their attention to detail is unmatched and it made me so comfortable throughout the entire process. My initial concern when hiring a catering company for our wedding is that the tasting would always taste great, but then the quality of food would be sacrificed on the day of the wedding due to the volume of guests. This was not the case at all with Ovy and his team, but rather quite the opposite. The hor d'oeurves, dinner, and sweets tasted even better and looked just as beautiful as well. I will never forget looking out from our sweetheart table and seeing the servers interact with our guests and it's moments like these that truly make your wedding day so special, when a vendor does not feel like "just an employee" but rather an extension of family in the room. If you do have the opportunity to work with Ovy Signature Catering, please do no hesitate to. They are truly such a genuine team of loving, hard-working, attentive, individuals who provide incredibly magical food, drinks, and service for couple's special days. We will never forget Ovy, Ati, and the entire team as we continue into our marriage and we will forever be grateful that fate brought us together to make such a beautiful day! Thank you guys again from the bottom of our hearts, you all are an incredibly special team! God bless all of you!

For our wedding on 09/10/2024 at The Arbory we had the pleasure of working with Ovy Signature Catering and they are the BEST decision we could have made. I cannot recommend Chef Ovy, Ati, and their team more. Their speciality IS weddings and their pricing is competitive and the best value with the quality of food and service you get. From the first meeting we had with Ati, we felt so understood. He took the time to talk to us and got to know us individually but also as a couple. He understood how important our cultures (Mexican & Filipino) were for us and how important it was to have that represented in our food for the wedding. Then in our follow-up meeting he presented a curated menu that Chef Ovy had created for us and it was more that we could have asked for! There was Filipino and Mexican flavors throughout the dishes and we knew that they were exactly what we were looking for. Then, from that moment that we booked until the moment of the wedding, their communication and attentiveness was seamless. Ati was always available and would happily answer all our questions. They were not on the preferred list at The Arbory but once he was in contact with Shay (from The Arbory), the transition and coordination to have Chef Ovy as our caterer was so smooth. Then come the wedding day, their presentation was absolutely stunning. From how they’re arranged our sweets table to how the silverware was laid on the table, it was gorgeous. What made it better was how professional their service was throughout the night. Everyone was so in sync & coordinated, and you could tell they made a great team. To top it off, their food was DELICIOUS. To this day we still have family members and friends raving about the food from the wedding!! So, if you are still stuck searching for a team that is going to put you and your partner at the forefront and make you feel so heard, this is the team for you! *food pictures are from the tasting

We highly recommend booking Ovy Catering!! We were absolutely blown away by the food and service their team provided. From the first call with Ati, we could tell how much they care about their clients and how they strive to customize the food and experience to each couple they work with. We were able to include both pierogies and cannolis in our menu as a nod to our families. The tasting was such a fun event! We had a great time trying all the different options and brought our parents along to make a night of it. We were able to include a chicken, beef, and vegetarian dish so all of our guests had an option and we got so many compliments from our guests on the food! It was hands down the best wedding food we've ever had! We even had a number of people who have tried to recreate the tofu curry at home! Furthermore, the service and bartending staff were incredible and everyone was so easy to work with. Booking Ovy and Ati was one of the best decisions we made in the wedding planning process and we were so thrilled with how it all turned out!

Ovy Catering, Ati, and their team were MORE than five stars for us! The food was ABSOLUTELY amazing the moment we tried it at the tasting! We were so impressed we chose Ovy to do our cake, desserts, and late night snack as well. Ati was a great communicator and not only wanted the food to be great on our wedding day but also would check in and was willing to help with anything to make our Wedding day go smoothly! Ovy and White Stone Events - our venue- worked great together to make our wedding day the best day ever! All of our guests LOVED the food and service just as much as we did. We are so so happy we chose Ovy Catering for our wedding day!! Seriously don’t hesitate - just choose Ovy Catering, you won’t be disappointed at all!

If you are someone that desires your wedding guests to exclaim “I have never had wedding food this amazing” or “I have been dreaming about the short rib ever since we had it at your wedding” Ovy Signature Catering is for you! Coming from big foodie families and working in the food industries ourselves, my husband and I were in awe of the love, care, thoughtfulness and talent the entire team at OSC brings. We included photos from our tasting as well since everyone was so excited to dig right in! Ovy Catering came recommended from our wedding venue, Stan Mansion, and the moment we made contact with the team, we knew the attention to detail and experience would enhance our wedding for us and our guests alike. Ati, their Director and chef Ovy took our feedback and dreams of the perfect meal and made it reality. Their attention to thoughtfulness on our feedback and desires made the experience working with them effortless. Ati was such a delight to work with throughout our wedding process, he felt like a friend we had not met yet! His feedback, support and communication during the process really made for a beautiful experience. Duck confit bites, Ovy bruschetta ( with whipped smoked eggplant), Brie bites were our passed hor d'oeuvre and were perfect delicious bites! Truly if you are looking for a restaurant quality food at your wedding, look no further! We had A Specialty soup and salad course and our mains were show stoppers; short rib with chive butter mashed potatoes, with grilled veggies, roasted chicken thigh with couscous and vegetables and a garlic mushroom medley with couscous and vegetables. Dessert table of mousses, opera cake, chocolate tarts and cream puffs were perfect little sweet bites in between dancing. We were so happy to bring home leftovers to enjoy the night before we left from our honeymoon too! Service was friendly and attentive and worked in a seamless and non distracting manner during the wedding. We cannot say enough good things about Ovy Signature Catering and the delicious memories they provided us

Ovy Signature Catering was the best catering vendor we could have asked for. From start to finish, Ovy & Ati have been outstanding. Having family style food served at our wedding was very important to us - plus my husband (Justin) and I wanted some different & unique foods for our wedding. We had a wonderful consultation with Ati at the beginning of the wedding planning process and we immediately knew we wanted Ovy to cater for us. We were invited to have a tasting with our friends & family and this experience put Ovy over the top; having a tasting with some of our most important friends and family, was so unique and special to us. Ati was an excellent host & Ovy whipped up some delicious dishes for us! One of their signature hors d'oeuvres was smoked eggplant w/ puff pastry, feta, cherry tomatoes & chives; I was not a fan of eggplant, but they assured me I would like this bite. Sure enough, this was one of our favorite hors d'oeuvres of the night! Absolutely delicious and our guests had never tasted anything like it - which was exactly the experience we wanted! We also had grilled cheese dippers with tomato soup - which our families have asked for the recipe. The Thai chicken skewers were also delicious. Throughout the planning process, Ati was a pillar of support for anything we needed. Since we were interested in bringing in full bar setup, Ovy & Ati helped facilitate getting the furniture and equipment needed for the bar setup - and this ended up being such a great feature at out wedding. On the day of the wedding the catering staff played such a key roll in making sure our day played out smoothly. We had designated staff serving the head table and they made sure we had enough food, water and beverages throughout the meal and never hesitated to ask if we needed anything. We got so many compliments from our guests about how kind and thoughtful the staff were - and typically this isn't something you notice at a wedding. But with Ovy Signature Catering, they bring 5 star, world class service, and it really goes a long way 😊 For our dinner we had a caesar salad w/ grilled lettuce. Most of our guests mentioned they had never tried this, but they thought it was the most delicious caesar salad they had ever tried! Plus, we had the most delicious short rib you can imagine + potatoes au gratin that made every guest speechless + perfectly cooked salmon with a beautiful couscous salad + our favorite dish: the Thai green coconut curry (V)! This dish was our vegan dish and was the most unique part of our menu and it was definitely a crowd pleaser. It was so great to be able to offer all our guests a little taste of something we love and the vegan guests at our wedding also loved it! Ovy/Ati even offered to individually plate the course for vegan/vegetarian guests which was so thoughtful. The dessert table was exactly what we dreamed of; something simple but tasty. The little dessert bites were the perfect cap to a beautiful menu! From start to finish - Ovy & Ati knocked it out of the park for our wedding and we hope to have another excuse to host a party with them some day in the future! Cheers to you and the team! 🥂 👏

We had the pleasure of choosing Ovy Signature Catering for our wedding, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made. Initially recommended by Stan Mansion, our wedding venue, we couldn't be more thrilled with the outstanding service and culinary delights provided by Chef Ovy, Ati, and their team. Right from the beginning, Ati and his team exhibited an exceptional level of accommodation. Beginning our planning process 18 months in advance, they demonstrated diligence in getting to know us both as individuals and as a couple. This was especially crucial for us as we had several serious food allergies to consider. Ovy Signature Catering didn't just see themselves as caterers; they recognized the pivotal role that food plays in shaping the overall wedding experience. The personalized approach continued with a delightful tasting session where Ati and his team not only showcased their culinary expertise but also generously provided wine, allowing us and our friends to savor the full spectrum of their excellent offerings. Ati's hands-on involvement was evident throughout the planning process. His willingness to address every question without judgment created a comfortable and transparent atmosphere. Pricing details were laid out clearly, and any concerns we had were patiently addressed, ensuring that we felt confident and informed every step of the way. On the big day, Chef Ovy and his team delivered a performance that surpassed our expectations. Their professionalism, efficiency, and attentiveness to our guests were remarkable. They not only took exceptional care of us but also left a lasting impression on our guests. The food, crafted with skill and passion, was an absolute highlight, and people are still raving about it. Ovy Signature Catering not only met but exceeded our expectations. Chef Ovy, Ati, and their team's commitment to excellence, personalized service, and exceptional culinary creations made our wedding day an unforgettable experience. We wholeheartedly recommend Ovy Signature Catering to anyone seeking not just a caterer but a team dedicated to enhancing the overall joy of their special day.

We got married in December of 2023, and we don't have enough words to express the level of professionalism, thoughtfulness and absolute DELICIOUSNESS that Ovy and his team brought to our magical day. From the beginning of our planning process to the wedding day, Ovy Catering was amazing to work with. As two people who care deeply about food and embracing our cultures, we wanted specific dishes that reflected our families traditions. Our tasting dinner was an unforgettable experience, and we knew right away we found the right fit. Ovy and his team worked with us to create a beautiful menu that left our guests wanting more, and our wedding meals are still being spoken about amongst our friends and family to this day. Ovy Signature Catering is more than a catering company. They truly listen to your vision, make adjustments as you wish and communicate efficiently along the way, and ensure that your wedding day is just as you envisioned. Ovy and Ati are not only two amazing vendors, they are two amazing people who care about their couples! We would recommend them (and already have numerous times) to any couple who cares highly about the dining experience their guests receive on their special day!

When I tell you this was the best food I could have ever imagined at my wedding…I am not joking. Months later people are still raving about the food and the service and I could not agree more. The food is nice restaurant quality. People loved the menu we came up with and working with Ati and Ovy is awesome as well. I could not recommend Ovy Signature Catering enough!