Business Details
Your Trusted Catering & Event Planning Partner in Oakland, CA
Based in Oakland, California, Barbara Llewellyn has served the greater Bay Area for nearly three decades, establishing itself as a leader in the event industry. Our team of chefs, event coordinators, and service staff combine style, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence to craft unforgettable experiences for every client. From intimate gatherings to large-scale galas and fundraisers, we approach each event with meticulous attention to detail and a dedication to surpassing expectations. Our menus feature culinary classics and imaginative twists, with ingredients sourced from our seasonal herb garden and in-house pastry department, ensuring every dish is prepared from scratch for maximum flavor and quality.With decades of experience in restaurants, country clubs, hotels, and catering, owner Barbara Llewellyn has elevated the business to a premier standard in Northern California. We specialize in transforming visions into reality through tailored event coordination, curated equipment rentals, and venue selection services. Our philosophy centers on personalized service, transparency, and a deep understanding of local market needs, ensuring every celebration reflects the client's unique vision. By maintaining rigorous quality standards and fostering long-term relationships with clients, we continue to set benchmarks for excellence in the catering and event planning industry.
Services
Catering Services
Event Planning
Menu Design
Venue Selection
Equipment Rental
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of experience in Northern California event planning
- Our menus feature seasonal ingredients from our own herb garden
- We provide in-house pastry department creations for unique desserts
- Our team handles full-service event coordination from concept to execution
- We maintain a 98% client satisfaction rate across thousands of events
Services
Catering Services
Our full-service catering creates memorable culinary experiences through custom menus featuring seasonal ingredients. Dishes are prepared from scratch using produce from our herb garden and in-house pastry creations. We specialize in adapting to dietary needs while maintaining exceptional flavor profiles for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.
Event Planning
From concept to execution, our expert planners manage every detail of your event. We offer venue selection, timeline creation, vendor coordination, and on-site management. Our team ensures seamless execution of themes, logistics, and guest experiences for occasions ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale galas.
Menu Design
We create tailored menus that reflect your event's theme and personal preferences. Our culinary team combines classic techniques with innovative presentations, offering options from traditional dishes to modern culinary twists. Menus incorporate seasonal produce and house-made elements to ensure unique, high-quality dining experiences.
Venue Selection
Our venue experts help clients find ideal spaces matching their event vision and guest requirements. We provide access to diverse locations across the Bay Area and offer setup design services to optimize space usage. This includes recommendations for capacity, ambiance, and technical requirements for both indoor and outdoor events.
Equipment Rental
We supply premium rental equipment including tableware, linens, furniture, and decorative elements. Our inventory ranges from classic to contemporary styles to complement any event theme. We ensure proper quantities and quality control while coordinating delivery and setup logistics for client convenience.
People
Barbara Llewellyn
Owner & CEO
With decades of experience in restaurants, country clubs, and catering, Barbara Llewellyn has established herself as a Northern California culinary leader. Her passion for excellence drives the company's innovative approach to event planning and gourmet cuisine.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private parties, galas, and fundraisers of all sizes across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-friendly options with advance notice to ensure all guests' needs are met.
Do you provide event planning services?
Yes, we offer full-service event planning including venue selection, timeline coordination, and vendor management for seamless execution.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area including Oakland, Berkeley, San Francisco, and surrounding communities.
Can I customize my event menu?
Yes, our culinary team creates customized menus tailored to your preferences using seasonal ingredients and house-made preparations.
Do you offer equipment rentals?
Yes, we provide premium tableware, linens, furniture, and decorative elements to complete your event's aesthetic needs.
Reviews (3)
Pamela Pricco
Jun 21, 2021
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Excellent service. Top notch. What a great staff. If you want the best Barbara Lewellen is it. The food is amazing and the desserts are to die for.
Christina Austin
Dec 23, 2019
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Working with Barbara Llewellyn Catering was a really good experience from the initial contact right through the day of the wedding. We celebrated at a challenging venue, with no on-site power or potable water, and they handled it so seamlessly that I never even had to think about it. It felt great to be able to treat many of our friends to one of the fanciest meals they've ever had- the food was melt-in-your-mouth and the service scrupulously professional.
Luap Orecul
Nov 25, 2018
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The greatest food! Appetizers, entrees, and desserts! Service was extraordinary! And Barbara is the sweetest person! Thank you to all!
