Business Details
Custom Catering & Event Planning Services
At Wild & Woodsy Catering, our passion for food has driven our catering business for over 25 years, with our clients serving as the foundation of our continued success. We specialize in creating custom menus tailored to each occasion, ensuring every event reflects the client's unique style and budget. Our approach combines meticulous planning with flawless execution, drawing from Heather Simeral's extensive background in culinary arts and event coordination. Heather's journey began with hands-on experience organizing charitable events and private dinners, later formalized through her education at the California Culinary Academy and Le Cordon Bleu. Our services extend beyond traditional catering to include personal chef experiences, menu planning, and food delivery, accommodating dietary needs such as gluten intolerance and allergies.We pride ourselves on handling every detailfrom decor to dietary accommodationsto create stress-free, memorable events. With expertise in orchestrating over 200 events, we bring vision, creativity, and precision to every gathering, whether an intimate dinner or a large-scale corporate function. Our commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and innovative flavor profiles ensures a dining experience that delights both hosts and guests. By blending culinary excellence with personalized service, we aim to make every event a seamless and enjoyable celebration of food and community.
Services
Full-Service Catering
Event Planning
Personal Chef Services
Menu Customization
Food Delivery
Dietary Accommodations
Private Dining
Corporate Events
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience orchestrating diverse events from intimate dinners to 300-guest functions.
- Our menus accommodate dietary needs including gluten-free, lactose-free, and allergy-conscious options.
- We provide end-to-end event coordination including decor, seating, and vendor management.
- Our team includes a California Culinary Academy graduate with private chef experience.
- We offer flexible service models from full catering to personal chef and grocery services.
Services
Full-Service Catering
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Our team handles menu design, food preparation, and on-site service execution. Clients receive customized dining experiences featuring fresh ingredients and presentation tailored to event themes and guest preferences.
Event Planning
Our event planning service manages logistics from initial concept to final execution. We coordinate venue selection, vendor partnerships, and timeline management while maintaining alignment with client visions. This includes dietary accommodation planning and spatial arrangement for optimal guest experiences.
Personal Chef Services
We offer in-home culinary services featuring grocery shopping, meal preparation, and customized dining experiences. Our chefs create nutritionally balanced meals while accommodating specific dietary requirements and personal taste preferences through direct client consultation.
Dietary Accommodations
Our team specializes in creating alternative meal options for guests with food sensitivities. We implement strict cross-contamination protocols while maintaining flavor integrity across gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-conscious menu items.
Menu Customization
We develop tailored dining experiences through collaborative menu design sessions. Our process incorporates client preferences, cultural considerations, and seasonal ingredient availability to create unique culinary presentations for both large events and intimate gatherings.
People
Heather Simeral
Founder & Lead Chef
Graduate of California Culinary Academy and Le Cordon Bleu with 25+ years of event planning experience. Specializes in dietary accommodations and private chef services.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private dinners, family reunions, and charity functions ranging from 10 to 300 guests.
Can you accommodate food allergies?
Yes, we create customized menus for gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-conscious diets while maintaining strict preparation protocols.
Do you provide event planning services?
Yes, we offer full event coordination including venue selection, vendor management, and timeline execution.
What service styles are available?
We offer sit-down dinners, buffet service, passed hors d'oeuvres, and interactive food stations for your event.
Are there personal chef options?
Yes, we provide in-home meal preparation services with grocery shopping and customized menu planning.
