Santa Barbara has created three catering packages to suit any Inspirador wedding. The Delightful, Delicious and Decadent packages include hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinners, fun food stations and even a breakfast brunch option. These packages are ready to meet a bride’s every need.

Once a month, Inspirador hosts a themed open house. It’s the perfect opportunity for brides to check out the venue and sample some of Santa Barbara’s exquisite menu creations: Peach Almond Empanadas, Mini Tuscan Pizzas, Tomato, Basil and Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta, Mini Brie en Croûte, Mini Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse Desserts, and a Signature ‘mock’-tail of Bubbly with a Sweet Hibiscus Flower.

Also at Inspirador, The Inspiration Lounge is a complimentary shop and browse retail boutique showcasing a collection of event professionals for today’s bride, an aspiring hostess with the mostess, or a clever DIY party planner.

Inspirador is located at 63 E. Boston Street Chandler, AZ 85225. For more information you can visit them at www.inspirador.com

Santa Barbara Catering joined several wedding and event vendors at the Boojum Tree Hidden Gardens in North Phoenix for an event hosted by the Wedding and Event Network. The Boojum Tree is known for its exotic property, filled with tropical plants and multiple water features.

For the event, Santa Barbara Catering created a variety of dishes that could complement a diverse array of occasions.  A trio of Roasted Garlic, Roasted Red Pepper and Sweet Potato Hummus, served with Tortilla Chips and Pita Crisps were presented first. The Hummus dishes were accompanied by beautifully arranged Farm-Fresh Vegetables, served with Pesto-Sour Cream Dip and accented with Fresh Herbs and assorted Olives.

Additionally, a gourmet Mac & Cheese “Martini” was tailored to each guest’s taste with the available combinations of Herbed Bread Crumbs, Bleu Cheese, Roasted Tomatoes and Toasted Green Chilies.

The event was captured by Andy DeLisle from de L’oeil Photography, www.deloeilphoto.com.

Santa Barbara Catering Company recently catered a luncheon at the Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix. The Herberger Theater Center is a non-profit organization whose main focus is to support and foster the growth of performing arts in Phoenix as the premier performance venue, arts incubator and arts advocate. The Herberger Theater Center has contributed to the cultural and educational development of the Valley since 1989. Each year, approximately 175,000 patrons, including 30,000 school-aged children share the unique experience of live performing arts.

The 20^th anniversary celebration luncheon took place on Center Stage to honor its patrons and to induct Richard Mallery into the Performing & Broadcast Arts Hall of Fame.  Entertainment was provided by SCAN Originals.

The afternoon was filled with appreciation and warm admiration for all patrons involved. The menu included Chilled Avocado Soup topped with Cilantro Cream and Toasted Pepita’s, a Greek Salad that had not only Kalamata Olives and Roasted Tomatoes but also Grilled Shrimp served on mixed greens with Soft Feta and Garlic Hummus. To top it all off, guests received a rich, layered Chocolate Mousse topped with Whipped Cream and a Hazelnut Crunch.

All proceeds from the luncheon went to benefit the Herberger Theater Center’s Youth Outreach programs.

Healthy eating and sustainable foods were among the topics discussed by the Arizona Chapter of the International Special Events Society at its inspiring meeting this month.  Arizona’s professionals gathered to relax, enjoy delicious food and discuss personal balance. Santa Barbara Catering was happy to share its exquisitely made cuisine while industry peers gathered and discussed sustainable living, time management and healthy cooking.

Santa Barbara’s fare truly highlighted the healthy eating discussions with dishes such as Lemon Parmesan Chicken Skewers with Garlic, Baked Brie en Croûte with Apricot Preserves, and fresh cheese and fruit platters—perfect examples of why Santa Barbara was the right choice for the ISES meeting.

We at Santa Barbara pride ourselves in providing innovative and delicious cuisine with our clients’ goals always in mind and are glad to have done this at the ISES meeting.

The night was sensational. The combination of The Farm at South Mountain’s peaceful surroundings and Santa Barbara’s delightful fare provided both a serene atmosphere and tasty delights.

Santa Barbara has teamed up with the Orpheum Lofts Penthouse, located in the historic District of Copper Square in Downtown Phoenix, to provide extraordinary downtown events that combine the character of a truly unique venue with that of Santa Barbara’s outstanding service and cutting edge cuisine and presentation. The combination of exquisite food and timeless elegance in this 1930’s brick high rise building will provide anyone a truly special and memorable event in an environment sure to exceed all expectations.

From start to finish, Santa Barbara and the Orpheum Lofts Penthouse will take care of everything. From lobster beignets to your very own “signature” cocktail – the possibilities are endless. Your guests will arrive at the penthouse via a private elevator and will receive a customized welcome announcement sure to impress.

Your guests will never forget the feeling of impact and style that they experience at The Orpheum Lofts Penthouse 11th floor rooftop patio, while sitting next to the fireplace or listening to the cascading rooftop fountains and taking in the striking view of downtown Phoenix. An in-house, state-of-the-art sound system, including rooftop audio and plasma TV’s, can be used to ensure additional sensory delight.

Whether you are interested in an elegant rooftop wedding ceremony at sunset, a company event or a private gathering, Santa Barbara and the Orpheum Lofts Penthouse will provide you with the perfect surrounding for an elegant and flawless event.

*Grand Opening Night of Orpheum Penthouse captured by Rhonda Lewis Photography who can photograph any event held at the Orpheum Lofts Penthouse.

Santa Barbara Catering Company was honored to have been a part of an amazing wedding reception at the Phoenix Art Museum recently. The beautiful day and remarkable venue allowed for some wonderful photo ops. Check out The Bride’s Café, one of the top wedding blogs, to see more pictures. Thank you Phoenix Art Museum for hosting another great event.

Valentine’s Day weekend was celebrated Euro-style as guests glided around the Phoenix Art Museum in costumes and masks, surrounded by European art and mystery.  “Friends of European Art,” a support organization for the Phoenix Art Museum, hosted a “Carnivale” themed party on Friday, February 12^th.  Santa Barbara Catering provided stimulating food and drink, including Espresso Pot de Crème with a Chocolate Cookie Spoon, pictured below.

The Farm at South Moutain and Santa Barbara Catering Company hosts Where Magazine's gala awards

Hundreds of Arizona’s top concierges, managers and travel industry members from the state’s elite resorts, hotels and publications will gather under the glittering Pecan Grove canopy of The Farm at South Mountain for Where Magazine’s Silver Plume Awards.

On Sunday, November 15th, Where Magazine will honor the Valley of the Sun Concierge Network with its annual Silver Plume Awards to acknowledge the industry’s Concierge of the Year, the top Up and Coming Concierge, the Anna Snider Distinguished Service Concierge and the General Manager of the Year Award.

As a major partners and sponsors, Santa Barbara Catering Company and The Farm at South Mountain will host, manage and cater the gala event. Chef Gregory LaPrad of Quiessence Restaurant will kick off the event with fall-inspired hors d’oeuvres during a cocktail reception. Next, Santa Barbara Catering Company will serve a rustic multi-course farm dinner showcasing the season’s bounty.

“Santa Barbara Catering has an established reputation for its pristine cuisine, over the top events and ultimate care for guests,” said Sarah Green, Where Magazine’s marketing manager. “That’s exactly what this event is meant to celebrate.”

Invitations to the Silver Plume Awards were distributed exclusively by Where Magazine. The Farm at South Mountain is one of the Valley’s top event venues for weddings, corporate events, company picnics or gala dinners.

It’s a family affair! On October 12th, CEO and owner of Santa Barbara Catering Company, Pat Christofolo, along with her son Dustin Christofolo, Chef at The Farm Kitchen at The Farm at South Mountain, will present a cooking class at Tempe’s historic Hackett House.

On the menu is a delicious dinner including appetizers, salad and homemade pasta, all featuring local ingredients. Finish off this great meal with homemade cream puffs…perfect for easy and informal entertaining!

The class is priced at $45 and attendees will learn how to prepare a complete dinner, enjoy wine and taste the dishes as they are prepared. Prepaid reservations are required and may be made by calling the Hackett House at 480-350-8181.

The class kicks off a series of 6 cooking classes located at the Hackett House event venue in downtown Tempe. Funds raised through the Hackett House support City of Tempe programs, as well as the award-winning Tempe Sister City Organization.

More information is available at http://www.hacketthouse.org.

Tempe’s multi-million dollar lakeside fine arts facility has chosen Santa Barbara Catering Company to exclusively manage catering, bartending, and concession services for the venue’s events. The strategic partnership will help boost private event booking while adding value to the community and public events scheduled at the complex.

In just two years since its opening, the Tempe Center for the Arts has already become a cultural beacon for public, community and private events in Arizona. The center presents engaging spaces with breathtaking views of Tempe Town Lake and the nearby Papago Mountains.

Imagine your next lakeside event overlooking a negative-edge pool with state-of-the-art light displays. Or, dazzle your guests indoors in one of the many spectacular event spaces.

“Santa Barbara Catering is thrilled to represent such a visually striking and culturally important institution in the Valley,” says SBCC CEO Pat Christofolo. “The contemporary design and style of our cuisine will be a perfect match for the distinctive architecture and vibrant atmosphere of the complex.”

The Tempe Center for the Arts is available for:

Weddings, Banquets, Receptions, Team meetings, Performances, Business Presentations, Celebrations and more.

Available event spaces at the facility include the:

• Theater (600 seat capacity)
• Studio (200 seat capacity/257 flat floor)
• Lakeside (219 capacity)
• 201 Lounge (64 capacity)
• Rooftop Terrace (64 capacity)
• Gallery (235 capacity/food restrictions apply)
• Sculpture Garden (50 capacity)
• Lobby (650 capacity)
• Entire Facility

Book your next event at the Tempe Center for the Arts! Schedule an event consultation by calling us at 480-921-3150.