Business Details
Your Trusted Catering Partner in the San Francisco Bay Area
Karen Bevels Catering has been crafting exceptional culinary experiences for over three decades, serving celebrations of all sizes across the San Francisco Bay Area. Our expertise extends beyond food to include comprehensive event planning, ensuring seamless execution of plated dinners, buffets, food stations, and specialty menus tailored to dietary preferences. We prioritize personalized collaboration with clients, adapting to their vision while maintaining creative flexibility.Our commitment to quality ingredients and artistic presentation has earned sustained loyalty from satisfied customers. By eliminating event planning stress, we enable clients to focus on enjoying moments with loved ones or showcasing their organization's excellence. Our team's dedication to detail ensures every event reflects the host's unique personality and goals.
Services
Catering Services
Event Planning
Private Events
Corporate Events
Custom Menus
Food Stations
Hors d'oeuvres
Sweet Tables
Venue Coordination
Decor Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized catering and event planning expertise
- Our personalized collaboration approach adapts to your specific vision
- We provide dietary-inclusive menus with vegan, kosher, and paleo options
- Our team handles complete event logistics from venue to entertainment
- We maintain consistent 5-star quality with professional service execution
What people say
Delicious food
Outstanding service
Flawless execution
Tons of compliments
Authentic cuisine
Services
Catering Services
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for events of all sizes, featuring gourmet cuisine and dietary-inclusive menus. Our team creates customized dining experiences with plated dinners, buffets, and interactive food stations. With meticulous attention to detail, we ensure every culinary element aligns with the client's vision while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
Event Planning
Our full-service event planning covers venue selection, decor design, and logistical coordination. We manage all aspects including floral arrangements, lighting, entertainment, and transportation logistics. This comprehensive approach ensures seamless execution of corporate events, conferences, and private celebrations with professional precision.
Private Events
Specializing in intimate gatherings and milestone celebrations, we offer customized catering for weddings, anniversaries, and family events. Our services include menu personalization, venue decoration, and complete logistical support. We adapt to client preferences while maintaining our signature standards of quality and presentation.
Corporate Events
We create professional catering experiences for corporate meetings, product launches, and networking events. Our services include branded menu development, venue coordination, and hospitality management. We focus on creating memorable experiences that reflect organizational values while accommodating diverse dietary requirements.
Custom Menus
Our culinary team develops tailored menus that accommodate various dietary preferences including vegan, kosher, and paleo options. We specialize in creating globally inspired dishes with locally sourced ingredients. Each menu is designed to complement the event's theme while maintaining exceptional flavor and presentation standards.
People
Karen Bevels
Founder
Karen Bevels has been creating exceptional culinary experiences for over 30 years. Starting as a solo entrepreneur, she built the business through word-of-mouth reputation. Her expertise in flavor chemistry and event design has established the company as a Bay Area leader in cooperative catering services.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland, Emeryville, and Hayward locations with full catering and event services.
Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
Yes, we create customized menus for vegan, kosher, paleo, vegetarian, and other dietary requirements while maintaining exceptional flavor profiles.
Do you handle complete event planning?
Our full-service catering includes venue coordination, decor design, entertainment booking, and complete logistical management for events.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least 3-6 months in advance for major events, though we can accommodate shorter timelines for smaller gatherings.
Can I customize my event menu?
Absolutely - we work collaboratively to create personalized menus that reflect your preferences while offering our culinary expertise.
Are there minimum guest requirements?
We cater events of all sizes from intimate gatherings to large corporate functions without minimum guest requirements.
