Business Details
Trusted Catering Services for Business and Events in Harahan, LA
Cottage Catering has been serving the New Orleans area with exceptional catering services for decades. Our team specializes in creating customized breakfast, lunch, and event catering solutions for business meetings, educational institutions, industrial events, and private celebrations. With over 45 years of culinary expertise, Chef Caluda leads our kitchen in crafting meals from scratch using fresh, locally sourced ingredients including Louisiana shrimp, wild-caught salmon, and seasonal produce.We deliver complete meal packages with all necessary accompaniments, ensuring every event receives precisely what's needed from serving utensils to cocktail napkins. Our commitment to quality extends to homemade salad dressings, sauces, and desserts, with special attention to maintaining food temperature and presentation during delivery. We serve both corporate clients and private customers through convenient online ordering, walk-in service, and direct communication via phone or text.
Services
Event Catering
King Cakes
Crawfish Strudel
Bread Pudding
Shrimp and Grits
Breakfast Catering
Lunch Catering
Wedding Catering
Corporate Catering
Takeout Meals
Highlights and features
- Over 45 years of culinary experience from Chef Caluda, graduate of the Culinary Institute of America
- Made-from-scratch meals with no pre-packaged ingredients or mixes
- Customizable catering solutions for events of all sizes and budgets
- Locally sourced ingredients including Louisiana seafood and fresh produce
- Reliable delivery and complete meal packages with all necessary serving items
What people say
Delicious food
Excellent service
Timely delivery
Fresh ingredients
Professional staff
Services
Event Catering
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for business meetings, educational events, and private celebrations. Our complete meal packages include breakfast, lunch, and banquet options with all necessary sides, desserts, drinks, and serving utensils. Customizable menus accommodate various budgets from casual employee appreciation events to formal law firm partner meetings.
King Cakes
Our traditional king cakes are available in seasonal varieties including Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's editions. We offer both pre-iced local pickup options and shipping kits that customers can decorate themselves to maintain presentation quality during transit. Special flavors rotate throughout the year.
Crawfish Strudel
This award-winning dish features Louisiana crawfish in a savory strudel pastry, made fresh daily using traditional techniques. Available for pickup or frozen by the dozen, it's a popular choice for both individual meals and large events. Special shipping considerations apply during warmer months.
Bread Pudding
Our rich white chocolate bread pudding is made from scratch using high-quality ingredients. Available in single servings or half pans serving 20 people, it's a perfect dessert option for both private parties and corporate events. Special pricing applies for bulk orders.
Shrimp and Grits
This classic Louisiana dish features fresh local shrimp served over creamy grits with bacon. Available hot for immediate consumption or cold for later preparation, it showcases our commitment to traditional cooking methods and regional flavors.
People
Chef Caluda
Owner/Chef
Graduate of the Culinary Institute of America with over 45 years of experience in New Orleans cuisine. Former pastry chef at Royal Orleans Hotel and owner/chef of Sweet Basil's in Panama City, FL. Specializes in local, Asian, Southwest, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisines.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater business meetings, safety seminars, school events, weddings, showers, anniversaries, bar mitzvahs, and bereavement gatherings with customizable menus for any budget.
How can I place an order?
Order online through our website, call us at 504-343-5706, or text your order details to the same number for quick service and confirmation.
Do you deliver outside Harahan?
We deliver throughout the New Orleans metropolitan area including Metairie, Kenner, and surrounding communities for catering orders during regular business hours.
Are your cakes available year-round?
Seasonal king cakes are available during specific periods: Halloween (Oct), Thanksgiving (Nov), Christmas (Dec), and New Year's (late Dec). Custom flavors rotate weekly.
Can I order just desserts?
Yes! Our white chocolate bread pudding, crawfish strudel, and other desserts are available separately for pickup or shipping in various quantities.
What makes your catering different?
We prepare everything from scratch using fresh ingredients, offer complete meal packages with all serving items, and provide personalized service from order to delivery.
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