Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Kirkland, WA
Sweet Onion Catering was founded by Chef Mai, whose culinary journey began in high school assisting at her mother's taco truck in Austin. After formal training in Atlanta and years of experience in Seattle's restaurants and catering industry, including a stint in Germany exploring European cuisine, Mai established Sweet Onion Catering in 2005. Our team specializes in creating customized breakfast, lunch, and dinner experiences for private events, corporate functions, and film/TV productions. With expertise in global comfort food using fresh ingredients, we prioritize client collaboration to deliver unique culinary solutions.Our union-certified craft services support crews of all sizes, and our menus reflect decades of industry knowledge. We maintain strict quality standards while offering flexible service options, including on-set catering for major productions like Top Chef Seattle and Captain Fantastic. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our track record of repeat clients and industry recognition.
Services
Catering Services
Craft Services
Breakfast Catering
Lunch Catering
Dinner Catering
Film Production Catering
Custom Menu Design
Union-Certified Services
Vegetarian Options
Gluten-Free Options
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of professional culinary experience since 2005
- Our team provides union-certified craft services for film/TV productions
- We specialize in global comfort cuisine using fresh, quality ingredients
- We create fully customizable menus for events of all sizes
- Our on-set catering experience includes major productions like Top Chef Seattle
Associations and certifications
- IATSE Local 488
Services
Catering Services
We provide customized catering solutions for corporate events, private functions, and film productions. Our menus feature global comfort cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. With over 15 years of experience, we create tailored culinary experiences that meet specific dietary needs and event requirements.
Craft Services
Our union-certified craft services supply food and beverages for film, TV, and commercial productions. We offer coffee/tea stations, bagel bars, snack packages, and hot meal options. Our experienced team understands production schedules and crew needs, providing reliable service on-set or at production facilities.
Breakfast Catering
We offer diverse breakfast options from classic American fare to international specialties. Our menus include breakfast burritos, frittatas, European spreads, and customizable a la carte items. All packages include fresh fruit salad and accommodate special dietary requirements with advance notice.
Lunch Catering
Our lunch catering features globally inspired dishes including Lemongrass Chicken Satay, Taco Bars, and Chicken Tagine. We provide complete meal packages with sides, salads, and desserts. Menus can be customized for group size and dietary preferences, with options for both hot and cold service formats.
Dinner Catering
We create sophisticated dinner experiences with dishes like Beef Tangine, Cuban Picadillo, and Indonesian Beef Rendang. Our dinner service includes full-course meals with appetizers, entrees, and desserts. We accommodate special dietary needs and provide staffing options for plated or buffet service.
People
Chef Mai
Owner/Chef
Chef Mai has over 20 years of culinary experience, including training in Atlanta, work at Seattle's Bellevue Club, and on-set catering for major productions. She specializes in global comfort cuisine using fresh ingredients, blending classical training with practical expertise to create unique culinary experiences for clients.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater private events, corporate functions, and film/TV productions with customized breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.
Do you offer vegetarian and gluten-free options?
Yes, all our menus include vegetarian and gluten-free choices clearly marked in our offerings.
Are you certified for film production catering?
We are members of IATSE Local 488 and provide union-certified craft services for production crews.
Can you customize menus for specific dietary needs?
Yes, we work with clients to accommodate special dietary requirements when given advance notice.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Kirkland and the greater Seattle metropolitan area.
How far in advance should I book your services?
We recommend booking at least 2 weeks in advance, though we can accommodate last-minute requests when possible.
