Catering & Bartending

LaRue Culinary: Experience Your Event Like a Guest

June 19

Food brings people together and is a source of bonding for many. However, figuring out your wedding day meals, coordinating servers and cleaning up are aspects that can add unnecessary stress to your day, making it difficult to be fully present. The experts at LaRue Culinary are well-acquainted with this knowledge, and they want to make your event as special as possible!

Executive chef Andrew LaRue proudly states, “Our ultimate goal is to make sure that you can enjoy your event, just like your guests.” So sit back, relax, and keep reading to discover what sets LaRue apart from the rest.

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LaRue’s Beginnings

Before LaRue Culinary’s inception, the company’s executive chef, Andrew LaRue, earned his bachelor’s degree from the esteemed culinary school, Johnson & Wales University. What followed was a culinary journey from the East Coast cities of Boston and Providence to the West Coast, including San Francisco, Napa Valley and Marin County.

Andrew has experience with various styles of food service, including fine dining restaurants, catering and private clubs. In addition to running LaRue Culinary, Andrew is also the co-owner of Custom Culinary Events and the Director of Culinary Operations for Cisco’s Salsa Company and Nonnie’s Cafe & Creamery. The culinary expert’s array of experience ensures your catered meal will be both unique and delicious.

The LaRue Difference

LaRue Culinary is on a mission to help you impress your guests without compromising on flavor, service or your budget. They achieve this by ditching strict menus and customizing elite menu options for each of their clients. This ensures your menu will be totally unique, reflecting you and your fiance on your big day!

LaRue Culinary offers three different catering options to choose from, depending on your budget and needs. The first option is a fine dining experience aptly named “Better Put On The Bowtie.” This includes passed hors d’oeuvres, a first course, entree and dessert. Prices start at $65 per person and average $100 per person.

The second option, “The Cuffs are Off,” allows you to build your own buffet. Passed hors d’oeuvres and dessert are included as well. Prices begin at $45 per person and average at around $75 per person. Lastly, LaRue offers a cocktail buffet they call “You Gotta’ Mingle,” including passed hors d’oeuvres, a small buffet and dessert. Prices start at $35 per person and average at $55 per person.

Along with completely customizable menus, LaRue Culinary offers a variety of other services to help your day run smoothly.

Glassware, China, Flatware

A delectable culinary experience wouldn’t be complete without the proper tableware. Let Andrew and his team handle this practical concern with their premium selection of glassware, china and flatware. Not only will your food stand out, but your place settings are sure to wow as well!

Event Staff, Bartenders, Waitstaff

It’s easy to get caught up in the various dishes and flavors you want to serve at your event, but what about the people who will be serving the food itself? LaRue knows that a talented team of servers, bartenders and event staff is just as important as the meal.

By providing their best, LaRue ensures that you and your guests will enjoy fantastic food and professional service. In addition to quality service, LaRue’s team is committed to making your event as fun and memorable as you imagined it!

Why Choose LaRue?

One of LaRue’s mottos is, “Let us handle every detail, so you can enjoy every moment.” Andrew and his team understand how special each of your events are, and they hope to earn a chance to create and execute your custom event that exceeds every expectation. Their ultimate goal is to make sure that you can enjoy your event, just like your guests.

Additionally, LaRue does more than weddings! They specialize in rehearsal dinners, corporate events, private in-home events, grand galas, themed parties, holiday events, receptions, indoor/outdoor and much more. If you need some fantastic fare for your rehearsal dinner, bachelorette, bridal shower or any other event, LaRue is ready to bring you and your guests a one-of-a-kind culinary experience.

If you’re looking for fun, fresh and flavorful catering for your wedding or event, be sure to check out LaRue Culinary. Take your taste buds on a journey with one-of-a-kind cuisine, wow your guests with custom menus and enjoy your event to the fullest with high-end service. Learn more about LaRue Culinary on their vendor profile here!