Summer Parties, Picnics, and Weddings
Beach House Summer Party
Crave’s new picnic menus will guarantee satisfaction for every guest with everything from “Deep South” style pulled pork to our “Backyard Barbeque Menu” with baked macaroni and cheese and finger lickin’ Carolina smoked pork ribs. Executive Chef Tobin Rouse specializes in quality barbeque with his secret barbeque sauce and slow-cooking techniques.
We can do as simple or as much as you need from dropping off chilled fruit salads and hot food at the park to serving and grilling on-site. Check out the link to our picnic menus; add our house made seasonal berry lemonade – your guests will LOVE it!
Call Crave today and check for availability at (503) 224-0370.
Hybrid Help from The Mayor of Portland Sam Adams
Crave Catering Delivery Vehicle Toyota Prius
Well, I had a very interesting time several weeks ago. We were catering the Rose Festival’s VIP party at the McCalls building for the official “Lighting of the Rose.” It was definitely a who’s who of city officials, corporate sponsors, and local philanthropists. We were so lucky to have Curtis Salgado play such a great event. The evening couldn’t be more perfect. Just when I thought things couldn’t get any better, well… it did.
By great chance of luck, I met our current Mayor Samuel Adams. I was happy to hear that he was enjoying the evening and our food…and that’s when I realized, I had been needing his help. I pointed out that the evening’s food was catered in my Toyota Prius Hybrid. Being such a champion of sustainability, he seemed to really like this. That’s when I asked for his help.
See, I had gotten a parking ticket for parking my VERY identifiable Crave Catering hybrid in a loading zone. When I went to fight it, I was told that the law stated that only trucks and vans could park in loading zones. Unless I purchased a $400 permit which would allow passenger vehicles, I would continue to get tickets! That’s where Sam comes in. I asked if this law could be changed to allow for alternative vehicles, seeing as Portland is the most sustainable city in the US. AND HE SAID YES!!!
It’s been a couple of weeks now and I have been so busy, I keep meaning to follow up and thank him. I can’t wait to see when it goes into action, as I have gotten a another ticket.
Crave Catering At the Bravo Wedding Affair
The Event Coordination by EJP Events was superb and it showed their passion and experience for creating one of a kind events and weddings. Royce Mason, Nick Appap, and Octavio from Royces’ Prop Shop put together the space with a platinum touch. Chari Barber of Event Floral definitely brought the BLING, with her beautiful arrangements and sparkles. Much thanks to Dave Bigler of Bigler Productions for putting together that great looking video.
Special thanks to all the teams of professionals who made the Conel Linburg Room the talk of the show.
Justin from Paradox for the music, David of David Barss Photography, Katherine and the Event Cosmetics team, Fahti and the Fada team for the gorgeous hair and makeup on models and brides, Sara and the Love, June team for the incredible fashion show, the EC team for the models, Andrea at August Veils, Kim at Sewing Solutions, Deb at Queen Anne Victorian Mansion, Soheila at Soleil Medical Spa, and of course the entire Bravo! team of rockin’ gals!
We were especially proud of all the wonderful compliments our guests had regarding our simple yet elegant treats. The vegan salad rolls were a favorite as were the Bread Pudding Bars. Of course the real adventurous were raving about our tuna crostini with that extra wasabi kick!
Mention you met us at the Bravo Wedding Affiar and recieve our Sustainability Package of White China Plateware and Silverware rental FREE of charge!
Based on availability.
We are so thankful to have such wonderful people surrounding us. That is why we make it our personal goal to take care of each you just as we take care of all our friends and loved ones. And you can tell that we pour the LOVE into each Event, meal, and each bite. Crave Catering is all about creating a memorable experience that will leave you talking about it weeks after your event. We aren’t happy unless you are.
Call (503) 224-0370 or SEND US AN EMAIL heidi@cravepdx.com today to set up a Wedding Consultation.
Thanks again for those who joined us in the Col. Lindbergh Ballroom on Sunday February 22, 2009 for the Bravo Wedding Affair. We really enjoyed meeting all of you! It was truly an honor to share the journey towards what will be one of the most important events in a lifetime. Your wedding Day!!
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What a time we had!
We came, we listened, and we heard you loud and clear. These are some of the interesting things we observed. Over half of the folks we talked to were planning their wedding for 2009. Less than half were planning for 2010.
Almost all the Weddings for 2009 and 2010 are for the summer time.
Weddings at a Private Home, the Family or a Friends Farm, or on Private land are the norm for the next 2 years.
90% of the people we talked to were concerned with their BUDGET.
Increased reliance on family and friends to help plan, pay, and provide some of the services
Couples are choosing to go green as a reflection of their commitment to being eco-conscious.
Off-peak weddings; Mornings, Afternoons, Fridays, Sundays, and weekdays even.
Nix the wedding cake. We are getting requests for some tasty and different alternatives. From fruit tarts and home made pie, to house made seasonal fruit sorbet.
Whatever you decide, remember to have fun!
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