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A New Year and A New Outlook

2012-01-18T00:56:00.000-06:00

If you are like me, you always plan to make a New Year's resolution, and by now it has been cast by the wayside.

Not this year! I set a goal to reconnect with old friends and enjoy great conversations. So far, so good. I am glad I set my goal so high, because I really didn't realize that I had lost touch with so many. Catching up is great, and I am enjoying this during our typically slow catering season.

This is the time of year that we visit with potential brides and grooms, particpate in bridal shows and get all of our important paperwork together for the CPA. I even got all the paperwork together and in early this year! That is a sign for me that I am enjoying life. And time for family, that is what makes each day wonderful and awesome.

So, what resolutions did you make for this wonderful New Year 2012? If you and I have lost touch over time, call or email me and we can catch up! I hope to see all of you at an event catered by my company, Best Catered Events.

Your Friend,

Dianne Evans

Vendor Mixer - January 10, 2012

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Best Catered Events owner, Dianne Evans and Team Member, Stephanie Brown joined area vendors for an evening of mingling and sharing information at the beautiful Camelot Club in downtown Baton Rouge.

Having never been to the facility, we were given a tour by Lauren Fournerat, the Catering Director for the facility. The view is awesome and we thoroughly enjoyed the food provided by the wonderful chefs and staff this evening. The bar and wait staff also did an excellent job.

As promised, every vendor that I received a card from is going to be linked to this blog, with a shoutout.

Camelot Club- Beautiful facility in downtown Baton Rouge
Narcissus Affair- Kentrell is awesome. Highly recommend
Bliss Events by Rachel - Nice
Simply Beautiful Stationery/Wedding Accessories/Gifts -Work looks great!
High Definition Media, Inc - Very personable, would be easy to work with
Bella's Occasions Wedding and Events Plannning -Heard good things!
Ashley Manor Catering - Great Location, large facility, give Melanie and her staff a call
Weddings and Events by LaSonja, LLC -Highly organized, must check out her work
Divine Catering Met Executive Chef, very nice, heard great things
Good Times Event Planning Well represented at mixer, hope to work with soon
A. Marcelite Salon Located downtown...easy to work with
Main Hall Weddings and Special Events- Alicia is passionate about her facility!
Bridal Brooch Bouquets- Been seeing these works of art alot...new trend for sure!
Crusade Production - Saw some of their features displayed. Awesome, must check out!
Ambience Salon Check them out!
Simply Expressions by Inga Sweet owner, must see their samples, look great
Prince Photography Can't wait to see their work
Verde Beauty Studio- Located off Sherwood Forest Blvd, They will come to you!
White Oak Plantation Give Jordan a call to book a showing of their facility...beautiful!
T & T Sweet Treats Tomeka can bake you up something!
Discreet Limos- The owner is a blast..If he doesn't have it, he will get it!

I promise, if you arent' listed, I don't have a card. Call me and I will add you!

Thanks to you all for an enjoyable evening in downtown!

Dianne Evans
Owner/catering specialist
Best Catered Events, LLC

Goodbye 2011....Welcome 2012

2011-12-31T03:29:00.003-06:00

As we say goodbye to 2011, we will remember both happy and sad times over the past 12 months.

We have watched as family members have gone on and good friends have lost their spouses. We continue to watch our dear friends as they struggle day to day just to stay alive. We watch what our government is doing and not doing.

We have seen new lives this year....baby Luke is bringing alot of joy with his happy self. We are getting back in touch with our family after being away for oh so long. We are trying diligently to reconnect with some of our old friends but to no avail. It is hard to lose a friend when you are older, they are just such a treasure and one you want around you.

We have watched those we love and care about fight daily battles with cancer, kidney failure, heart problems, alzheimers and other medical conditions.

We have watched from afar things that were once so beautiful, not ever look quite the same.

But through it all, we have SURVIVED 2011! Bad weather, a move back to the Baton Rouge area, new clients, new babies, yes, we have survived.

2012 is fast approaching....what will it bring....we pray for continued health and a good solid foundation for our small business. People know they can count on us, and we want them to....that is our wish...May God Continue to Bless Each of You and Shower you with Love.....Amen

To our small team....we wish to thank you for believing in us....for hanging in there with us...for working so hard ....and for being our friends throughout this past year...to our family....you are the reason we started this whole crazy catering thing all those many years ago...one day soon, Bailee, Ty, Dylan and Evans can cater if they like it....or they can, as some of my friends used to say..(before they started doing this catering thing and fell in love with it too)....'GET A REAL JOB!......Happy New Year!!!!!

Matt Sibley and Devon McDonel 12.30.2011 Louisiana Old Governor's Mansion - Baton Rouge, LA

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When Devon McDonel and her mom first met Dianne Evans of Best Catered Events, it was almost a year ago and there was an immediate connection. This connection came full circle this evening in beautiful downtown Baton Rouge in the Rose Garden at the Louisiana Old Governor's Mansion.

Devon married the love of her life Matthew Sibley surrounded by family and friends under the starlight and encompassed by a wall of white roses. A string trio played lovely soft music as the bride was escorted down the 12 steps holding onto her daddy's arm. Earlier, Mr. McDonel told me a story about how Devon was about 4 and it was Halloween, "she never meets a stranger", he told me and he knows her so well. I am going to miss all the planning and conversations leading up to today! Her daddy was so proud of his daughter and so very excited to see this day finally get here for her. I could tell in his voice just how much love he holds for his daughter.

After exchanging vows the couple made their way inside the Mansion to be greeted in the main ballroom by all those in attendance. There were special dances and Devon and her daddy did a special dance, one which this caterer won't forget! Truly a fun loving and happy group, there were passed appetizers, bars, grits and gumbo, gourmet cocoa and coffee station and a a wonderful buffet set up in the main dining room.

Tonight's menu provided by Best Catered Events was:

Crab Mornay Cups
Southern Grits with Gulf Shrimp and Crab Gumbo
Appalachian Spinach Puffs
Stuffed New Potatoes
Shrimp and Crab Mushrooms
Mini B L T's
Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta
Chicken and Wild Rice
Chicken Salad Croissants
Smoked Beef Brisket with freshly baked rolls and condiments
Fire Grilled Vegetables
Fresh Fruit featuring Louisiana strawberries
Blackberry Iced Tea

Carl Will of Sweet Impressions created the wedding cake and also 3 flavors of bread pudding for the groom's cakes. These cakes were so popular and raved over the entire evening.

Doug Olinde of Doug Olinde LLC, provided tables, chairs, outdoor heaters and linens and did a perfect job, just like always I might mention.' Cammie with the Old Governor's Mansion was everywhere and kept the timeline perfect. I appreciate all of your attention to detail with events at the Mansion.

Bray Danielle was the photographer and she and her assistant were everywhere! Melissa Duhe did the florals and I have one word....breathtaking, she could not in my opinion have possibly done a better job....a shout out to you Melissa!

The event was flawless, beautiful and one to remember from start to finish. What a way to end 2011.

As the evening was winding down, the little Bentley showed up out front to deliver our bride and groom to a local honeymoon suite for the night. Tomorrow they will arise bright and early, and leave for Hawaii for a week....I'm gonna miss you Devon! Stay my friend on facebook, check out the blog when you can,,, and keep on being you. Thank you so much for the confidence you showed by choosing my small catering company for the Special Day we all enjoyed so much.

Best Wishes to you and Matt.....from your Best Catered Events Team.

Thomas-Vidrine Wedding - Loyd Hall - December 17, 2011

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Lindsie Vidrine married the love of her life surrounded by their families and close friends on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at the beautiful Loyd Hall in CENLA.

The evening before, the groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner for the couple where the well wishes flowed and an enjoyable time was enjoyed by family and friends. The rehearsal itself, was beautiful in the crisp evening air out in front of Loyd Hall.

Guests enjoyed appetizers of voodoo cheese cones and phyllo crab cups while waiting for the bride and groom to enjoy their first dances. Once opened the buffet offered up a crowd pleasing menu of Shrimp and
Grits, Blackened Chicken Alfredo, Smoked Beef Brisket and Ham with freshly baked rolls, ham and asparagus rolls, cheesey asparagus bites, warm caramel with apple slices and warm chocolate fondue with fresh fruit, marshmallows and cookies as dippers. Our Holiday Punch was also enjoyed by those wishing to not partake in the bar manned by Loyd Hall.

There was a coffee and hot cocoa station set up outside under the pavillion where we featured coffee with several toppings and cocoa with chantilly cream, peppermint dust, chocolate shavings, hazelnut syrup, vanilla syrup and amaretto syrup. There was a chill in the air and this station was quite popular. The bride told me that she loved chocolate and I think she made a great choice for her Winter Wedding.

Best Catered Events wishes the newlyweds all the best!

"Believe" - Santa Meet and Greet - Macy's Department Store - Mall of Louisiana - Baton Rouge, Louisiana - Monday, December 19, 2011

2011-12-20T01:35:00.000-06:00

There was much excitement in the air! The line of children with their parents in tow had started getting longer around 4:30pm and Santa wasn't due to arrive until 6 pm. Announcements came over the loud speaker and anticipation was everywhere. When is he coming? Will he be here on time? Will I get to talk to him? What if a reindeer has gotten sick, or if their is alot of traffic? We all know that traffic at the Mall Of Louisiana is really heavy when you get this close to Christmas.

Magically.....you must BELIEVE!!!! And those children did, they did BELIEVE!!!!

Then at exactly, 6 o'lock on the nose, we heard the Cajun band, saw the elves, and then, yes, it was Santa himself, there was a balloon artist and a face painter. Santa introduced his two elves, Holly Berry and Cinnamon to the crowd and asked all the children to gather around while he read them a story. Wonder in a children's eyes, lots of children's eyes as the white bearded Santa began the story. The children then rejoined their parents and picture taking began. Santa made sure each child had a small gift from him and there were many letters to Santa being put into that special red Macy's BELIEVE mailbox.

Best Catered Events team members Kathy Jones and Tiffany, provided White Chocolate Cocoa and Hot Chocolate to everyone that wanted to try it. Garnished off with fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings and crushed candy canes, we had lots of takers. There were plenty of big, soft sugar cookies shaped like a star had been specially made and individually packaged for this event.

Special thanks to Samantha Lister for the booking and of course to Santa for letting me whisper my wish list into his ear......you know...Santa, I don't want much this year.....continued health for my family and all those dear to me.

Have fun at your next stop Santa. Nashville, Tennessee, home of the Grand Old Opry. Hey, say hello for me, Nashville is one of my favorite places to visit!

Merry Christmas to everyone....from Best Catered Events!

Matt and Ami McGucken - December 17, 2011, Baton Rouge, LA

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Ami Parks married Matt McGucken in the backyard garden of her parents home on Saturday, December 17, 2011 surrounded by family and friends. A large tent with seating and dance area as well as all of the little seating areas in the yard really led to a comfortable evening for those in attendance.

Earlier, while this chef/owner was frying the catfish for the tacos in the family kitchen, she witnessed the throwdown challenge between Matt and Ami's father. Mr. Parks had to eat a fried catfish taco and Matt had to eat pasta noodles with plain tomato soup, right out of the can. Priceless! They both bit the bullet, or should I say, the tomato soupy noodle thing and the taco?

Dr. Jazz http://www.drjazzmusic.com/ of New Orleans provided wonderful music. Alex Harvie, a local artist painted all evening to capture the special moments. Melissa McCaa did the cake which was beautiful and the guests said was absolutely wonderful. Doug Olinde provided tables, chairs and tenting with his usual excellent service.
Best Catered Events set up the food on a small deck area. We served our Shrimp and Cheese Grits, Fried Fish Tacos with homemade tartar sauce, Sweet and Sour Meatballs on Pretzel Sticks, Louisiana Stuffed Crawfish Bread, Brandied Fig and Apricot Torte with Cinnamon Crisp Cookies, mini muffelettos, fire grilled vegetables, mac and cheese with bacon, and our No Evidence Caesar Salad.

Ami wore the same dress that her mom Marie had worn when she married Ami's dad 36 years ago. Natasha Marie Bridal altered the dress for Ami with a few changes. That was a beautifult ribute to a wonderful marriage and the picture of her mom in the dress all those years ago is priceless.

Matt and Ami, we wish you all the best. Loved your setting and all of your guests were so nice. Your band was incredible with the seranade to you early in the evening Ami and then your send off in the limo. WOW....that's all this caterer has to say!

Leblanc's Grocery Party - Sunday, December 11, 2011 - Gonzales, LA

2011-12-20T00:41:00.000-06:00

Best Catered Events provided food for the Leblanc's family of stores at their building on Hwy 42 in Prairieville, LA.

Managers and Owners enjoyed a meal of Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee with Rice, Blackened Chicken Alfredo, Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Shrimp and Crab Stuffed Jumbo Mushrooms, Green Bean Bundles, mini muffelettos, feta torte, BLT cheeseball, voodoo cheese, fire grilled vegetables, assorted mini desserts and our holiday punch.

Leblanc's has the cleanest stores around, they run a tight ship and they genuinely care about their families and employees.

Special thanks to Brooke for finding us on the internet. See you next year!

12.10.2011 Bank of Zachary Holiday Party - Zachary, LA

2011-12-20T00:23:00.000-06:00

When Saturday, December 10 arrived, Best Catered Events was on the road again. This time we were headed to the home of Frank and Kathy Parker in Zachary. Upon arrival, owner Dianne Evans immediately fell in love with this home. So cozy, warm and comfortable, an absolute perfect place for a party.

Frank and Kathy know how to host a party and they do it right! When we entered we could see all the shiny ornaments hanging from all the chandeliers and vintage tablecloths already on all the tables. The house is just so inviting, with it's fireplace crackling and the antique Rock Ola jukebox playing, Bells Will Be Ringing by Charles Brown, the Best Catered Events staff members Bonnie Baxley and Brenda Kelly were humming and setting up the wonderful menu that the group had picked for their meal.

On the menu was our Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta, sweet and sour meatballs, bacon green bean bundles, assorted finger sandwiches, crabmeat au gratin, sundried tomato, feta and pine nut torte, mini crawfish pies, fresh fruit, raspberry hazelnut torte, voodoo cheese, fire grilled vegetables, peppered pork loin, beef brisket and chocolate covered Louisiana strawberries.

Out back there was a fire pit and folks were gathered around it, in the hall there was slow dancing to the sounds on the antique jukebox, in the dining room folks were cutting the Italian Creme, Carrot and Red Velvet cakes with the cutest serving set ever, and out front on the porch there were others visiting and talking around a pot bellied stove.

The Bank of Zachary is very special to this owner. I have done more weddings for the children of the members of the Bank of Zachary than any other single location in over 20 years of catering. When I go into the bank, which is not that often, I always know most of the employees and they always know me. I hear about all the grandchildren they have and we talk about how many years ago it was that I catered their weddings.

This bank also took a chance on a lady that worked at Zachary High School and wanted to start her own small catering business all those many years ago. They have been very instrumental in my company's relocation back to the Baton Rouge area. I owe alot to this team of professionals. I appreciate them and I am so happy to be able to cater their event.

Special thanks to Frank and Kathy Parker. I felt like I was at home, among friends and a guest.....and I was the caterer!

Affiliated Blind Of Louisiana - Holiday Party- 12.10.2011 Lafayette, LA

2011-12-19T23:51:00.001-06:00

The Affiliated Blind of Louisiana gathered for their Holiday Party on Saturday, December 10, 2011 in Lafayette, LA.

Menu selections included chicken and sausage jambalaya, sweet and sour meatballs, mini crawfish pies, cold spicy shrimp dip, chicken salad croissants, sliced ham with freshly baked rolls, fresh fruit, cookies and raspberry lemonade and holiday punch.
This group knows how to have a good time and this party was no exception. There was music, games (lots of games), laughter, joking around and of course no shortage of good food provided by Best Catered Events of Prairieville, LA!

We will see you folks for the Mardi Gras......oh, and owner Dianne Evans wants to be a judge again...what fun!

Merry Christmas, may God keep all of you safe and secure until we meet again.

Holiday Open House and Brunch 12-10-2011

2011-12-19T23:36:00.002-06:00

Mrs. Pat Cowart hosted a Holiday Brunch and Open House at her lovely new home in Central on Saturday, December 10, 2011.

Mrs. Cowart's daughters and granddaughters showed the guests around the home's interior which was beautifully decorated for the holidays. The outside courtyard with brick fireplace was quite the gathering place and the large island made for easy access for the food offerings.

Best Catered Events owner, Dianne Evans and staff members Stephanie Brown and Verlin Wickel provided our Seafood Fandango Pasta, Fruited Spinach Salad with Cranberry Vinagrette, Fresh Chicken Salad Croissants, Louisiana Stuffed Crawfish Bread, Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates, Voodoo Cheese, Fresh Fruit, Peach Iced Tea and assorted mini holiday desserts.

A very nice way to start off one of our busiest Saturdays in December! Merry Christmas from Best Catered Events!

Robison Family Holiday Tradition 12.3.2011 - Alexandria, LA

2011-12-04T20:40:00.000-06:00

When Tucker and Enell Robison have a get together, they plan things down to the last detail. Their gorgeous home is always so tastefully and beautifully decorated for the holidays with help from Rick Ferguson of Rick Ferguson Flowers.

This year the home was absolutely breathtaking! White and silver everywhere, and white lights and candles galore. Out in the back past the pool on the "Bayou" the white deer, polar bears and other animals were moving and twinkling in the night air. The popcorn tree in the courtyard was once again decorated for the festivities. The newest addition to the decor this year was the "snowing tree". It was definitely a conversation piece and sprayed "snow" all night.

Those in attendance enjoyed appetizers of "BLT minis, Apache Cheese Dip with Chips, Spinach and Cranberry Salad, Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Shrimp and Corn Soup, Raspberry Chipotle Glazed Pork Tenderloin with freshly baked rolls, Bacon and Roll Ups, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Honey Butter Dipped Almond Crusted Chicken Tenders, Caprese Salad Skewers, Fire Grilled Vegetables, Fresh Fruit with Brandied Fig and Apricot Torte with Coconut Cookies, Chocolate Mousse Cups, Fresh Fruit and Chantilly Creme Parfaits, Lemon Bars and Triple Chocolate Threat Brownies.

Out in the movie viewing area, everyone enjoyed nachos with cheese and warm cookies with cold milk shots. Later, their was live story telling and music which was the true highlight of the evening. What a wonderful way to kick off the holidays!

This was our third year to enjoy working with Mrs. Enell for this particular event. We look forward to creating something for 2012! That drive to Alexandria seems short when we are going to our friend's home.

Bruns Family Dental Center Employee Dinner Party 12.2.2011

2011-12-04T20:14:00.000-06:00

On Friday, December 2, 2011 the employees and owners of Bruns Family Dental Center gathered at the Bruns Estate for their Annual Office Party. This group is so fun and they love Best Catered Events!

The evening started with an open bar and our mini blt's and apache cheese dip. After visiting and working up an appetite, everyone gathered around the bar and main dining table for dinner. Chef Dustin Quibodeaux fired up the grill and cooked the filet mignons and grilled shrimp to order.

The dinner was Sensation Salad, Filet on Asparagus topped with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, Baked Potato with toppings tableside, Brocolli Hollandaise, soft garlic bread and iced tea. Dessert was Cheesecake with fresh fruit sauce and Chantilly Cream.

Bruns Family Dental has been our customer for a long time and we wish them all the best of holiday seasons. We look forward to working with you in 2012!

Sunshine Foundation Gala- November 15, 2011

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Once again the Louisiana Old Governor's Mansion was the perfect setting for the Sunshine Foundation Gala.

Several restaurants and caterers provided food for the attendees. We saw Heirloom Cuisine, Tony's Seafood and Sweet Bliss among others. Miss Louisiana Northwest was there and she tried out our salad offerings too.

For this event Best Catered Events featured our "Walkin to New Orleans" Banana Crepes, our "No Evidence Caesar Salad", Sweet-Sweet Charlotte Salad and the Vertical Caesar.

Such a worthwhile event for a great cause! Thanks for inviting us to participate. We'll see you in 2012!

www.LOVE! Matthew Hickey and Shannon Parent - 11-19-2011

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Matthew Hickey and Shannon Parent met on the World Wide Web!

Matt said after only the first few dates he knew Shannon was the one. The groom said it was scary how well they fit and Shannon also tells me that she knew Matt was the one and that it seems like everything she and Matt have done, they have done backwards.They were together about a year and a half before their wedding today. Shannon said she had picked out her wedding gown before the proposal and the groom proposed before he had a ring!

This sweet couple was surrounded by many friends and family tonight for their wedding. The ceremny was very special and intimate, and tears flowed with happiness. They definitely moved forward today!

From Dianne Evans and the staff at Best Catered Events, we wish you two the BEST!

See you on on the World Wide Web! You can always find us at http://www.bestcateredevents.com/

"10,000 Lights" - Auburn Wessman and Anna Peters - 11.12.2011

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When Anna and Auburn came to Best Catered Events for a tasting, they were shy. It didn't take long for them to get to know us, and our food. Auburn loves our pecan smoked wings and Anna had her favs as well.

Today, November 12, 2011 was their wedding day at the Chapel at Lamar Dixon in Gonzales, LA. The couple chose this special place to pledge their love one to the other and it made a lovely and quaint setting. Vicki's Passion For Flowers provided gorgeous fresh florals for the chapel as well as the reception site. Soft flowers in shades of ivory, white and deep purple completed the beautiful garden setting back at the couple's lovely home.

The sky overhead was strung with 10,000 tiny white lights. It was like being under a cover of twinkling stars once the sun went down. There were heaters and a fire pit going and plenty of eating and visiting. This bride and groom created an absolutely breathtaking setting for their reception. They strung all 10,000 lights just for this event.

The couple chose their menu which was.
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
Pecan Smoked Wings
Bacon Wrapped Green Beans with a Honey Drizzle
Louisiana Crawfish Stuffed Bread
Voodoo Cheese Dip
Apache Dip in Bread Bowls
Finger Sandwiches
Fresh Fruit
Summer Punch

Auburn had also made one of his favorite drinks called, Honey Whiskey...He used 9# of fresh honey (complete with honeycomb) and 3 large bottles of Makers Mark. He told me that he poured the bourbon over the honeycomb and let it ferment for about 3 weeks. Then he strained it and ran it through a coffee filter. It smelled divine and was a rich honey color. I was on the clock so didn't partake, but those that did, told me it was great and I could tell they were enjoying it alot. There were also galvanized tubs of beer, lots of beer and cute Koozies to put around them in the purple fleur de lis pattern.
Inside Anna had created a precious candy bar with all purple choices. It smelled like grapes and everyone was getting a little bag to enjoy on the ride home.

This was an absolute perfect site for Auburn and Anna on this most Special Day. Everything fit, and it came together so beautifully.

Best Wishes to Our Couple with the 10,000 Lights.....that is a first....and it was an awesome day!

Oh, and Auburn, call me when you crave those wings....

Christopher Craft and Rosalyn Rice - 11.11.11

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On this very special Veterans Day, Christopher Craft and Rosalyn Rice were joined in marriage. The bride's uncle performed the very personal and sentimental ceremony at this beautiful lakeside setting at half past three in the afternoon. The weather was picture perfect and there was an awesome reflection off the water. Rosie walked down the burlap aisle on the arm of her father while the harpist played beautiful melodies. After the couple exchanged vows and rings, the cocktail hour began. After being showered with fresh Fall leaves, the couple gathered up their wedding party and families for pictures.

Meanwhile, Bonnie Baxley, Kathy Jones and Stephanie Jones passed our shrimp cones, sweet and sour meatballs on pretzel sticks, taco rolls and assorted finger sandwiches to the hungry crowd. The guests enjoyed "Rosie's Tea Bar" along with coffee, hot peach tea and some specialty drinks of Mojitos and Spiked and non alcoholic Apple Cider provided by the bride's mom and served up by Wendy Chapman.

Stephanie Brown attended the Pasta Bar where we featured our favorite Alfredo sauce with bowtie pasta, with ham, parmesan cheese and brocolli options. Smoked turkey breast with freshly made rolls, feta cheese torte with crackers, sweet and sour meatballs, fire grilled vegetables and fresh fruit and cheese along with finger sandwiches rounded out the menu. A special Jambalaya was prepared for the occasion by Lionel Burrell and it was certainly enjoyed by the guests.

After pictures were taken by Kaylynn Marie Photography, the couple joined their families and friends and the reception started. Chris and Rosalyn danced their first dance to "At Last", and there were many memorable songs and dances throughout the evening. The wedding cake was decorated beautifully and brought up from New Orleans by Cake Designs by Meg. The leaves were so realistic, but made of chocolate. The cake was unique with it's pumpkin spice layer, apple spice layer and carrot cake layer. There was Almond Buttercream frosting on the outside and Cream Cheese Buttercream on the inside....heavenly! Everyone raved over the flavor of those cakes.

As the sun was setting, the full moon shone down on the dance floor and the white twinkle lights made it almost storybook, and definitely picture perfect. This bride did so many little extras for this special day and the touches were noticed everywhere. So much attention to detail and very unique.

The groom's cake was a homestyle cheesecake made for the groom by Rosalyn's aunt. She told me that she had made it once and he loved it!

We also heard quite the buzz about the "Cadillac Restroom". Funny thing was, the day before, the bride's Uncle Anthony had told me that everyone would remember those first class facilities and I think he was right! No lines either!

Late in the evening, the family members and friends joined Chris and Roslynn down by the lake once again for a huge bonfire, s'mores and hot chocolate. A fun ending to an absolutely perfect day.

Best Catered Events wishes this fun loving and unique couple all the best.....oh, and I forgot to fill out one of the prediction cards.....but in 5 years, I predict you will remember.....Your wedding day, reception, and all the special memories you made on 11.11.11. Maybe, just maybe, you will take a minute to look up this caterer and give us a ring....We certainly hope to hear from you!!!

Baton Rouge Catering for the Holidays!

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Thank you very much to the individuals and companies that have chosen Best Catered Events for your holiday catering this year. Baton Rouge, New Orleans, CENLA and the surrounding areas, we appreciate your confidence in planning your events with us.

As our 2011 calendar comes to a close with all the bookings already confirmed, you can be confident we will work hard to provide the best catering experience possible. We take your choice of catering companies seriously and always appreciate our loyal customers.

Simply said, at Best Catered Events, "We don't make a promise we don't intend to keep~ "

As Thanksgiving approaches and we gather with those we love the most, we would like to thank all of our brides and grooms for allowing us to play a small part in your Special Day. As the years go by and you think of that happy, special day when you pledged your vows and entered into your future together, we hope you remember us, even if just for a second!

Foundation for Historical Louisiana - Gala - November 3, 2011 Baton Rouge, LA

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Past Governors are always hanging around at these events!

Milissa Duhe of Designs by Milissa knocked it out of the park with this design.....AWESOME!

The cigar box was a gift from Cuisine Etc Catering in New York City!

She doesn't smoke....but that was the cutest big whistle!

Band Stormy kept the crowd on their feet back in the rose garden

Here are some of the cars back at the "Drive In Movie"

Yes, there were some antique cars parked out here and a movie on the screen along with Kleinpeter Farms Ice Cream and a snow cone machine!

Rear patio at the Mansion

Chef Dustin and Team Member Stephanie always enjoy these events!

Southern Hospitality

Our "Field Of Greens" Salad

Southern Hospitality Description

We cut your salad greens fresh!

We loved seeing reactions to our "Southern Hospitality"

Yes, that is Baton Rouge Mayor Kip Holden with Dianne

Best Catered Events participated in the Gala at the Louisiana Old Governor's Mansion this evening in Baton Rouge, LA.

Our team served up freshly made "Southern Hospitality" featuring our griddle fried corn cakes topped with collard greens and black eyed pea caviar.

We also served up freshly cut salad greens in our black handled take out boxes. Guests enjoyed the fresh spring greens topped with Feta, Candied Almonds, Fresh Roasted Corn, Dried Cranberries and our own light Cranberry Vinagrette.

There was certainly an abundance of food and drink at this event, and those in attendance were offered different items throughout the evening. Champagne was passed and there was a festive mood in the air. Even Baton Rouge's own, Mayor Kip Holden dressed for the event, as did many of the attendees.
I even saw a Pan Am Pilot and a Flight Attendant!

We visited with the General Manager of White Oak Plantation, and Caryn Roland of Heirloom Cuisine, also Bayou Bistro's Representative and the Representative from Unique Cuisine. There were multiple other caterers represented by their food items in the main dining room. Chef Don Bergeron offered up a Crawfish Cheesecake which was being complimented on over and over. I also heard rave reviews all evening long about Ronda Courtland's Bread Pudding. Although I never saw Rhonda, I did see that bread pudding being enjoyed! There were martini bars, a drive in theatre set up, a fun photo booth, lots of antique cars, (I even saw a blue GTO), great bands (both inside and outside), Kleinpeter Dairy offered up ice cream, there were snow cones out back, Brew Ha Ha offered up sweets in the family dining room and there were both live and silent auctions taking place throughout the evening. Cute little white demitasse cups of coffee were served later in the evening.

Allie Wester and Claire Trahan, Cammie Davis and all the others responsible for this event, should be very proud. Caryn Roland, once again, your hard work did not go unnoticed. It was a very nice evening and those not in attendance tonight, sure did miss a good time!

A good event for a great cause......Thanks to all who donated their time and services to make a successful event once again for our Baton Rouge. Maybe, just maybe, next year I will win a bid in the silent auction!

Picnic At South - Sunday, October 30, 2011

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Sunday, October 30, 2011 was a great day for the members of South Baton Rouge Church of Christ. The church held it's Sunday service at their property on Highland Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with lunch immediately afterwards.

Best Catered Events provided 4 serving lines for the 500 guests and served up a very hearty Fall meal of
Smoked Pork Loin with an Apricot Chutney, Sweet Potato Casserole, Homestyle Green Beans, Garden Salad w/Ranch, French Bread and good old fashioned Apple Crisp for dessert.

Having catered for this group several times, we like the challenge of doing the service faster and we beat our own record this year. We fed everyone in just under 15 minutes! Not bad for some Oldie but Goodie Folks like us. Of course, we do have a few members that are under the age of fifty, but as a team, we really work together well.

Special thanks once again for the committee that selected Best Catered Events to provide the luncheon meal. We look forward to working with you again in the future....who knows, we may eventually get down the serving time to under 10 minutes! But on second thought, don't hold your breath....we are getting older!

October 29, 2011 Kevin and Ashley Barton

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Greenwood Plantation once again provided a beautiful backdrop for the wedding of Kevin Barton and Ashley Burychka on Saturday, October 29, 2011.

Guests had the pleasure of listening to the Magnolia Strings while awaiting the bride and her father. The aisle was covered in all shades of rose petals and the sand ceremony was truly emotional and very personal.

After the ceremony the attendees were greeted by Best Catered Events' team members Bonnie Baxley and Brenda Kelly passing seafood mushrooms and stuffed new potatoes. The main food table offered shrimp and crawfish pasta, green bean bundles, mini blt's, black bean and corn dip with chips, mini muffelettos, ham and asparagus roll ups, grilled vegetables, brisket, ham, and fresh fruit and cheese.

The cakes were very unique and they were exquisite in detail. Sweet Impressions provided both cakes and Allie Wester and her team from Weddings by Allie coordinated the entire evening's activities. Rex Photo Booths set up in the rear of the house and everyone just loved dressing up and taking photos. X Pert D J Services provided the music for the reception. A K Photography got all the day's happenings documented on film and they did a great job!

Charlotte and the entire staff at Greenwood Plantation always do a great job and today was no exception.

Congratulations to Kevin and Ashley! Best Catered Events wishes you a happy and exciting future!

Ryan Hedlund and Kathryn Drake - October 15,2010

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Greenwood Plantation provided a perfect setting for the marriage of Ryan Hedlund and Kathryn Drake. This couple had been planning their special day for a long time. So many family and friends came in for the weekend to share in the enjoyment and celebration with them.

Best Catered Events provided the food for the event and the bride and groom gave their guests a little taste of Louisiana. Dancing, music, food, family and friends made an absolute South Louisiana Experience.

We wish the newlyweds all the best.............from our hearts to yours! Thank you for allowing us to provide the catering for your wedding day............ Mrs. Dianne

Ultimate Bridal Show - Sunday, October 23, 2011

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The Louisiana Old Governor's Mansion was filled up and overflowing with future brides looking for ideas and inspirations for their wedding day. Lots of excitement and plenty of questions were the topic of the day, as was the food, entertainment, florals, accessories, photographers, musicians, accessories, bridal gowns, and anything else needed to create storybook weddings and dream come true for these future brides.

Best Catered Events owner, Dianne Evans enjoyed visiting with lots of brides and their moms and fiances. Answering questions and offering up samples made for a very fast afternoon.

This owner also enjoyed seeing old friends Martha Smith, owner of Al Smith Catering and Cheryl, owner of Ambrosia Bakery. We also visited with Matt Blankenship of X Pert DJ Service, Louisiana Wedding Music, Warren Conerly Photography, Brides On a Budget, Mojeaux, Carolyn Roland of Heirloom Cuisine, Chef Don Bergeron, owner of Chef Don Bergeron Catering, and too many others to remember. We are always so busy and these shows give us the opportunity to visit for a minute and catch up.

Special thanks to Weddings With Style Magazine, Weddings by Allie and all others involved on a great Sunday afternoon in Downtown Baton Rouge. See you next year!

Nicholas and Nicole Musso - October 22, 2011 - Shaw Center - Baton Rouge, LA

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Nicholas Musso and Nicole Morris were married at the Louisiana Old State Capitol with their reception immediately following on the River Terrace of the Shaw Center in lovely downtown Baton Rouge, LA.

Best Catered Events provided food and staffing for the 200 family and friends that gathered to help the newlyweds celebrate their special day. The evening was perfect and the sun was just setting as the newlyweds entered the terrace. Double sided buffet food tables were set up between the planter boxes, with a meat carving station and the cakes inside.

Sweet Impressions provided the cakes which were beautiful as always. Music was provided by Tiger Tracks of Baton Rouge. The menu was quite large with many offerings at this reception.

Menu Selections:
Bacon wrapped dates
Seafood stuffed jumbo mushrooms
Caprese Salad Skewers
Bacon and Onion Pinwheels

Crawfish Etoufee with Rice
Shrimp and Bowtie Pasta
Chicken Salad Croissants
Mini Muffelettos
Sun Dried Tomato and Feta Torte
Crabmeat Mornay w/Crackers
Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Crudite Cups w/Ranch Dip
Fresh Seasonal Fruit

Carving Station with Smoked Beef Brisket and Ham
w/freshly baked rolls and condiments
Fire Grilled Garden Vegetables

Throughout the evening the guests visited, ate, danced and really enjoyed themselves. The weather was absolutely perfect, the setting beautiful and the newlyweds so in love.

We so enjoy weddings! Thank you Nick and Nicole for allowing us to be a part of your special day. Best Wishes from the Team at Best Catered Events!

When You Smile, I Smile.....Jennifer and Tim Corcoran.....

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Jennifer Segura and Tim Corcoran were married on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at the beautiful Plains Presbyterian Church in Zachary, LA.

The couple is so sweet. They finish each other's sentences, they smile and laugh so openly and they are so very happy and absolutely in love.

Hi, I am Dianne Evans, owner of Best Catered Events in Prairieville, LA and I met this couple and helped them achieve their dream reception. This was a complete joy for me, and I am honored to have been chosen to work with such a precious couple.

The reception followed the Christian ceremony in the Fellowship Hall of the church. A very nice building and we were providing food and beverages for their families and closest friends.

The menu was:
Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta
Peppered Pork Tenderloin w/freshly baked rolls and condiments
Shrimp and Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Spinach and Artichoke Dip w/chips and crackers
Crawfish Bread
Raspberry Hazlenut Torte w/Lemon Cookies
Fresh Fruit and Cheese
Crudite w/ ranch dip
Southern Sweet Tea

Today's crowd loved the food and I was so happy to see many familiar faces. Melinda White coordinated the ceremony flawlessly. Sara Sue Day decorated the church and put the flowers on the wedding cake, wonderful work and so detailed as always. Amanda Miller, a friend of Jennifer's baked the cakes, which we heard over and over again were delicious. The groom's cake was a farm scene and so cute!

Thank you to Tim and Jennifer, we look forward to hearing from you as you begin your new lives together!!

Best Wishes....from our heart to yours!

Holiday Party Catering In Baton Rouge, LA and surrounding areas!

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Best Catered Events' Holiday Calendar is filling up quickly. Need food for a group at your office or home? Give us a call. 225.588.1555

Whether you want food only or a full staffed event. Try Best Catered Events. We will make your party one to remember from start to finish!

This is an excellent time of the year to show appreciation to your customers for their loyalty this year. Have a nice cookout at your location with hot dogs, and all the fixings. Or just a dessert bar and punch in the afternoon. The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family. Your customers are your family!

Corey and Denise Together Forever

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Corey Jeansonne and Denise Stroud pledged their love in the vows they said on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at the beautiful Loyd Hall Plantation in Cheneyville, LA. Family and friends were gathered for this very special and intimate ceremony.

Music was provided by Mad Hatter DJ Services and Lily B. Photography captured all the special moments on film. Best Catered Events, Baton Rouge, LA, provided the catering for the reception immediately following the bride and groom and father daughter dances.

Guests were served passed h'ordeuvres of curried chicken cones with a roasted cranberry and jalapeno chicken cups with caramelized, sweet Italian onion garnish. The Loyd Hall staff provided a bar and
Best Catered Events provided a Southern Tea Bar with 4 teas for the guests enjoyment. the main buffet table offered up smoked beef brisket with freshly baked yeast rolls, Green Bean Bundles w/ a honey drizzle, stuffed new potatoes, fiesta corn dip w/chips, mini muffelettos, bacon-onion pinwheels, crawfish stuffed bread, fire grilled vegetables, fresh fruit and voodoo cheese.

The bride had a lovely fall themed wedding cake with 3 different flavors, and Corey had a groom's cake table that was composed of cheesecakes sitting on cut planks of white oak. The look inside Loyd Hall Plantation was both warm and inviting, and the candy bar featured Mason jars full of all kinds of candy corn!

Our bride and groom were so happy. Denise has been alot of fun to work with on planning her special day, and I will miss our brainstorming sessions.

Throughout the space, we noticed origami cranes placed in strategic locations such as on the wedding cake table, groom's cake table, by the Wishing Tree and outside under the pavillion. When Dianne Evans asked the bride about the cranes' she shared that they were a private thing between her and Corey that went way back to before they even started dating and they were a sign that, "we are made for each other and will be together forever!"

Late in the evening, this precious couple gave Best Catered Events the white oak planks that Corey had cut and Denise had varnished. Dianne Evans, asked Corey to sign them and he went one better, he actually took out his pocket knife and carved his and Denise's initials in a heart.....how special....how sweet...we promise to use them and always think of you and your special day at Loyd Hall!

Best Wishes and a lifetime of love and happiness for the "cranes", who are now together, forever!

Perfect time of the year for a cookout!

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At Best Catered Events, people always tell us that they love our smoked meats. Rick is in charge of smoking all of them with his Southern Pride and special pecan wood.

The Fall is a great time to host a company barbecue, after all the humidity is gone and so is the heat.

Call Best Catered Events when you want a meal cooked at your location...hot, delicious and always with a friendly staff to assist.

Victoria Broussard and Patrick Richmond 9.24.2011

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Richmond Farms was the location for the wedding and reception of Patrick Richmond and Victoria Broussard on Saturday, September 24, 2011. Maya Edwards coordinated the entire wedding from start to finish and did an awesome job!

Given in marriage by her father, Victoria looked like a storybook princess and she had found her prince!
This couple is so very much in love and you only have to be with them for a couple of minutes and you can tell.

Best Catered Events loved providing the food for the reception which was set up out back of the lovely home under a white tent with white cocktail furniture and all white and Tiffany blue accents. The florals were gorgeous, the band was CC Players, from Bastrop, LA. They were great and everyone had a blast!

Thank you to Victoria for choosing Best Catered Events to cater your reception at your new home and thanks to Maya for doing such a great job! Best wishes.....to our Prince and his Princess! Fairy tales do come true!!!

Jeana and Glen at Greenwood....A wonderful wedding day!

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Saturday, September 24th was a glorious day for the wedding of Jeana Perkins and Glen Peterson at the lovely Greenwood Plantation in St Francisville, LA.

The majestic porch of Greenwood was such a lovely setting and the weather was picture perfect. Guests were greeted after the ceremony with Bonnie and Brenda serving up our "Voodoo" Cheese on mini plates. The bride and groom had selected a menu and the guests loved the food. The food selections were a carving station of Inside Round Roast Beef with freshly baked rolls and condiments, Crabmeat Mornay, Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Chicken Sharonne, Crawfish Etouffee with rice, blt's, assorted finger sandwiches, fresh fruit and cheese and crudite cups with ranch dip.

Best Catered Events wishes the newlyweds all the best!

We Cater Anywhere!!!

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If you need catering off premise, we can do it. If you have a location that allows outside catering, we can do it. If you want hands on owners working with you to create your vision for your Special Day, we are your team.

Best Catered Events, catering Baton Rouge and Beyond...we don't make a promise, we don't intend to keep!

Thanks for your time....your business and sharing your special day and all of it's details with us. We appreciate all of our past couples and all the future ones we are currently booking...Won't you call and set up a meeting with us today?

225-588-1555 or check out our blog @
http://www.bestcateredevents.blogspot.com/

Kara Larson got Married! Loyd Hall - 9-3- 2011

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The beautiful Loyd Hall Plantation in CENLA became the setting for the wedding of Kara Larson on Saturday, September 3, 2011.

Best Catered Events provided food and service for the newlyweds and their guests. The menu was Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee with rice, Smoked Beef Brisket, Cold Spicy Shrimp dip, crudite Cups, Assorted Finger Sandwiches, Mini Crawfish Pies, Voodoo Cheese, Fresh Fruit and Cheeses and Blackberry Iced Tea.

Guests were from all over and they came for a Southern experience and they got one at this reception. The DJ kept the crowd moving and they had an awesome evening at Loyd Hall.

Best Catered Events wishes the newlyweds all the best!

Rhanada and Michael Vasquez Eiffel Tower Theme 9-3-2011

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Rhanada Thomas had a vision and she made sure the vendors she chose for her special day all knew it!

Lisa Dupont of Cake Creations created an Eiffel Tower cake featuring 4 different flavors along with an Ohio State Groom's Cake. The bride's cake was so unique and large, that the guests thought it was a sculpture, but were thrilled to learn it was cake.

A Memory Lane was created and the bride and groom were surrounded by their attendants waving sparklers as they made their grand entrance.

This was a a well thought out reception, and we are thrilled to have played a small part in your special day!
Best wishes always!

Lagniappe------Texas Sized!! August 28, 2011

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On Sunday, August 28, 2011 Dianne Evans and Kasey Quibodeaux took a quick road trip to Houston, Tx.
We popped in on a fellow catering Buzzie and ICA member John Homrighausen, aka J-Bar H, at his newest business venture, the Ranch Bakery.

Dianne visited with J-Bar in the kitchen where he was busy preparing the menu for a Tex-Tex-Mex that afternoon. The client wanted to give out of town guests from Pennsylvania a taste of Texas and Mexican food and the menu looked really good.

After the visit, we were leaving when John graciously gave us a pan of his famous cinnamon rolls, a pan of his fruit kolaches, and a big box of assorted kolaches, caramel apple hand pies, homemade pop tarts, and two huge Ding Dongs. After quickly putting it all on ice with the 100 plus degree heat we proceeded to do some shopping in the Houston area.

Later that evening we landed back at the Intercontinental, where we unpacked our treats. Wow, talk about a feast! We sampled a little of this and a little of that and today it all came back across the state line to Louisiana with us to share with our family.

Best Catered Events always appreciates fellow caterers that host our visits and J-Bar, well, you certainly gave us some Texas Sized Lagniappe! Thanks again, we will see you when you pass through the Baton Rouge area.

Brittany and Matt - Greenwood Plantation - August 20, 2011

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When you are in Louisiana in August, well it is just a given, you are going to be hot! Saturday, August 20th was no exception with the temperature hovering around 100 degrees and excitement in the air, Brittany and Matt were about to enjoy their "special day".

The ceremony was beautiful and very special, down under the moss covered trees by candlelight. The guests each had a palmetto woven hand fan upon arriving at their seat, which were certainly put to good use.

The bride's family converged on Greenwood Plantation and the festivities began. Best Catered Events has a special connection to this family as the bride's mom, aunt and great aunt all are members of our team. The couple had done a tasting and chose all their favorites for their family and friends to enjoy at their reception.

The menu was Seafood Fandango Pasta, Bacon Roll Ups, Crabmeat Mornay, Crudite Cups, Fresh Fruit, Assorted Cheeses, Finger Sandwiches, Chicken Salad Croissants, Cold Spicy Shrimp Dip, Smoked Beef Brisket, Peppered Pork Tenderloin and Summer Punch.

We also offered our "Cheesecake Tini Bar" with Turtle and Strawberry topped cheesecake layered in mini martini glasses with a silver spoon.

One of the bride's friends made the cakes and everyone raved over them. This was a fun loving crowd and despite the heat and humidity.....there really was a party out on the patio.

Best Catered Events wishes Matt and Brittany much happiness.

Box Lunches

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We are getting more and more calls these days for delivered box lunches. Do we do box lunches?

Absolutely!!! And they are delicious...we can please your crowd, whether it is for a film shoot, private ladies lunch or just a large office.

We have minimums of 25 on all box lunch orders....call us!

http://www.bestcateredevents.com/

225-588-1555

Paul and Annie Newton - August 6, 2011

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Beautiful Cottonport, Louisiana was the setting for the wedding and reception of Paul Newton and Annie Lemoine on Saturday, August 6, 2011. Following the ceremony at St. Mary's Assumption Catholic Church, the couple arrived at the home of the bride's grandparents in a 1965 Corvair, bright red, convertible and absolutely delightful!

The couple was surrounded by family and close friends and though the temperature was in the high 90's, without a breeze anywhere, they danced their first song and then everyone joined in and they all danced all night! Louie's DJ Service provided great music and kept this crowd on the dance floor underneath the tent.

The wedding and groom's cake were made by a close friend of the bride's and everyone sure enjoyed them.

Best Catered Events provided chicken and and sausage jambalaya, spinach and artichoke dip with chips and creackers, mini crawfish pies, mini muffelettos, smoked beef brisket with rolls, mini blt's, crudite with ranch dip, assorted cheeses, fresh fruit, chocolate dipped strawberries and summer punch.

Annie made a lovely bride, and her day and the setting couldn't have been more perfect. Wonderful way to start a new life together.....Best Wishes...there's an old song....goes like this....I'm gonna love you forever, forever and ever Amen! May you always love each other even more than you do today!

Venue Recommendation - Ascension Parish, LA

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Rarely do I give recommendations for "empty' buildings, but today is an exception! I met with a future bride earlier today and she was considering a property located on Hwy 431 in St. Amant, LA.

The venue is appropriately called The Venue Rental Hall. What a surprise for me! Not only is there a huge concrete parking lot, plenty of lit signing (your guests won't drive by without noticing) and an overall nice, clean look. There are several businesses located in the center, such as a wedding planner, notary, hair salon and of course St. Amant Decorating has their showroom there as well. This complex is a hidden secret if you don't go down Hwy 431. Best of all, there are 4 different facilities from which to choose, depending on the size of your event and the amount of space needed.

With our South Louisiana weather, you and I both know that a huge percentage of weddings and special events are going to be inside. The owners didn't even know to expect me and the facility was comfortable, so cold air is definitely a given and a lifesaver with our humid, hot days.

On this visit, I only looked at The Venue that is the largest of the four. This bride plans to have her ceremony in the church, but if it doesn't work out, her plan could allow both her wedding and reception in the same location, and it should work just fine. There are nice restrooms for women and men, a large stage, big Projector Screen (for that slideshow or company presentation) and stained concrete floors. There are 15- 5' round tables in the storage room, so you can use as many or as few as you need for your event. There are white folding chairs, all on racks in the storage room, as well as several long rectangle tables for your use. The ceilings are quite high and the lighting is very nice and uniform, something you don't usually see in halls. I also know that the lights are on dimmers so you can create a nice ambiance with little effort.

It is my understanding that you can get as much or as little as you want done at this facility. There is a DJ room to the right of the stage. My bride told me that there is a fee, but how great would that be? No obtrusive equipment and a neat look and no floor space taken up if you have a large crowd!

I can't wait to cater the first Best Catered Event at The Venue in St. Amant! Pictures will be up after the event, which is scheduled for November 19th. Kudos to the owners and managers of The Venue, you have done a wonderful job of providing clean, modern and affordable event facilities for the area!

Wedding Day.....July 30, 2011 Andy Black & Christine Fall

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From all over the United States, friends and family members came and enjoyed the hospitality of the small town of LeCompte, LA. The church was beautiful and the perfect setting for a very intimate wedding joining Christine Fall and Andy Black on Saturday, July 20,2011.

A reception followed at Smith's Landing directly across the street. With the temperature in the high 90's, the reception hall proved to be the place to be, and there was even a tent and several tables set up outside. Best Catered Events provided the food which was a Pasta Bar featuring Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Chicken, Grilled Vegetables, Red Sauce and a White Cream Sauce. Spinach and Artichoke Dip with crackers, Natchitoches Meat Pies, Peppered Pork Loin with Rolls and Condiments, Cold Spicy Shrimp Dip, Chicken Salad Croissants, Fresh Fruit and Cheese and Mango Punch.

A local baker made the wedding cake and the guests raved that it was delicious with it's vanilla flavors.

The hall was decorated with very simple glass jars and touches of color with fresh zinnias.

Lee Guitreau Retirement Celebration - July 26, 2011

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With a huge cake reading "Goodbye Tension, Hello Pension" sitting on the end of the buffet table, there was absolutely no denying that someone was leaving!

Lee Guitreau retired this afternoon after 16 years with the Gallagher Company in Baton Rouge, LA. Lee was so excited to share this afternoon with her family and her "work family". There were very nice speeches and alot of laughter and good memories were shared with everyone in attendance.

Best Catered Events provided Lee's choices for her menu: Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya, Crabmeat AuGratin w/crackers, Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Mini Muffalettos, Spicy Cold Shrimp Dip w/crackers, Fresh Fruit and Cheese, Summer Punch and OOey Gooey Bars, Lemon Bars and Chocolate Dipped Strawberries.

Lee, Best Catered Events wishes you a wonderful retirement.....and remember....."Goodbye Tension, Hello Pension!"

Glenda and Randy......At Last....July 23, 2011

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At Last.....my love will come along.. Glenda Fortenberry and Randy Thomas pledged their love before an intimate gathering of their families and closest friends on Saturday, July 23, 2011 at the lovely Victorian located on Hwy 10 in St. Francisville, LA.

The couple chose this location as the backdrop for the ceremony and reception. As guests arrived and entered the home, they were greeted by Best Catered Events team member, Verlin Wickel serving fresh Southern Peach Tea and Garden Cucumber water. The temperature was in the high 90's and the couple wanted their guests to be relaxed and comfortable. It had rained off and on all afternoon, so everyone was anxious to get inside.

Immediately following the ceremony, the newlyweds and their friends were served appetizers of mini crawfish pies and "voodoo cheese in mini smoked cones" by team members Verlin Wickel and Stephanie Brown. These two ladies are very valuable members of the Best Catered Events team and as always were their attentive and friendly selves and did an awesome job.

With the bar open and the band, Swingaroux, playing the newlywed's favorites, the guests enjoyed the meal of Seafood Fandango Pasta, Asparagus with Ham Rollups, Shrimp and Crab Mushrooms, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Salmon Rosettes, Mini Muffelettos, Pepper Crusted Pork Tenderloin, Crudite with Chipotle Ranch Dip, Fresh Fruit tinis with Gran Marnier Creme Drizzle and other favorites.

Nannette Mayhall provided a lovely wedding cake that everyone loved. It was so beautiful with the white chocolate curls and a dessert assortment of chocolates for the groom's table. Best Catered Events owner, Dianne Evans, wishes to thank Janice MacDonald, Manager of the Victorian St Francisville, for her assistance in making the day flawless. Glenda and Randy......your Best Catered Events team wishes you all the best in your new married life.....all we can say is..............A T ....... L A S T !!!

Courtney and Dane 7/9/2011

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Saturday afternoon Robert and Krista Bruns hosted a couples shower for Courtney and Dane. This cute couple is planning to tie the knot in Starksville, MS on September 17,2011.

After their wedding the guests will enjoy the reception at this old renovated theatre called "The Ritz" in Starksville.

The guests at the shower enjoyed Best Catered Events' seafood fandango pasta, crawfish bread, crudite with chipotle ranch dip, cold spicy shrimp dip, fresh fruit, mini blt's, fresh spinach salad and garden caesar with housemade croutons and a caesar dressing all served up in jumbo martini glasses. The cake was from Baums and was delicious!

Best Catered Events sends congratulations and best wishes....September 17th is just around the corner!

LSUHSC Graduation Reception - June 25, 2011, Alexandria, LA

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Coughlin Sanders Auditorium was once again the site of the graduation ceremony of the LSUHSC Family Medicine Program in Alexandria, LA.

Best Catered Events, Prairieville, LA provided the food and service for the Pre Graduation Reception immediately prior to the ceremony.

Guests enjoyed the Tiger Mist, a signature drink created especially for the occasion along with an open bar.

Best Catered Events staff members passed appetizers of tomato basil dip in mini grill cones and our signature "Voodoo" in Basil mini cones, along with jumbo bacon wrapped shrimp.

Fresh Fruit Tinis were served up in square martini glasses and drizzled with our Gran Marnier Creme.

Chef Shane Smith tended the pasta station where guests feasted on our Pasta Sauce with their choice of toppings. Many could be seen going back several times for this tasty dish, served up with pepperoni, grilled chicken, pepperoncini, black olives and parmesan and romano cheeses. We also offered fresh prepared to order Caesar Salad at the Pasta Station.

Our Asian Station featured a crowd favorite, our Spring Rolls with Crunchy Peanut Sauce served in black Asian boxes with chopsticks. Appalachian Spinach Puffs, Louisiana Stuffed Crawfish Bread, Mini BLT's, Spicy Shrimp Dip on Asian Spoons, Strawberry Dippers, Crudite Cups, OOey Gooey Bars, Lemon Bars, White Chocolate Drizzled Apricots, our Red Hot Caramel Apple Bar, and Blackberry Tea rounded out the selections for the one and a half hour event.

One of last year's graduates, Dr. John Matt Rainey and his lovely wife Sally Choi Rainey were in attendance and this owner was delighted to see and visit with both of them! Best Catered Events was their caterer last year when they got married and they were complimenting us once again for the job well done. It is always such a pleasure when we see clients and they remember us by name!

This event was very nice. The decor was breathtaking and the facility as usual was clean and in good order. It was a pleasure to once again provide food and service for this event.

Best wishes to the six newest graduates. Now that we have relocated back to the Baton Rouge market, we hope you don't forget us!

John and Ella Hunsucker Reception - April 30, 2011

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John and Ella Hunsucker shared their "after wedding reception" with family and friends on the evening of April 30, 2011. John's parents backyard was a beautiful setting with white tents and a bar set up, along with tables all over the lawn.

The band kept the crowd moving and grooving and Best Catered Events provided food and service throughout the evening. Chef Shane Smith grilled the filet mignon on site and Brenda Kelly served the guests passed appetizers. Both of these team members did an excellent job!

Best Catered Events enjoyed working with Mrs. Hunsucker on the details of this event.

The newlyweds are wished all the best!!

Jimmy Walters and Marketa Gautreau - April 23, 2011 Baton Rouge, LA

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A lovely poolside wedding at their home was the setting for the ceremony uniting Marketa Gautreau and Jimmy Walters on April 23, 2011.

Brenda Kelly and Bonnie Baxley (our sister team) provided service for the reception. The guests enjoyed the couple's favorites throughout the afternoon.

Best Catered Events wishes our newlyweds the best......your wedding was precious, your family is great, and we loved working with you to create a wonderful afternoon reception.

Jessica Grubbs Got Married!

2011-06-24T16:23:00.001-05:00

Jessica chose Loyd Hall Plantation for her reception site immediately following her wedding at her home church.

Floral Addiction provided beautiful fresh florals for the setting and everyone commented on them. Her cakes were by Kristin's Confections and her catering was provided by Best Catered Events.

Having catered the rehearsal dinner the evening before, the staff knew alot of the guests by name and they were a very fun and friendly crowd.

Thank you to Jessica. We know you could have chosen any company to cater your special day, and are honored that we were your choice!

Best Wishes........You made a beautiful bride!!

March 30, 2011- Doctor's Day Luncheon at Rapides Regional Medical Center, Alexandria, LA

2011-06-24T16:10:00.000-05:00

The Best Catered Events staff provided 3 entree selections, 2 salads, 3 desserts and additional vegetable and bread choices for the Doctor's Day Luncheon on March 30th.

Thank you to the staff at Rapides Regional Medical Center for once again allowing us to provide food for the wonderful physicians at this wonderful healthcare facility.

Mallory Zangla and Craig Taylor-Willow Bench, Pineville, LA - April 30, 2011

2011-06-24T16:07:00.001-05:00

Mallory Zangla and Craig Taylor chose the newest venue in Pineville as the location for their wedding reception. This venue is very unique and quaint.

Best Catered Events wishes the newlyweds a bright, beautiful future.....may the stars shine bright...just like they did that night!

May 5, 2011 Community Healthworx Fund Raiser- River Oaks, Alexandria, LA

2011-06-24T16:03:00.000-05:00

Best Catered Events catered the annual fund raiser for Community Healthworx at the River Oaks Square Art Museum on May 5, 2011 in Alexandria, LA.

Hocus Pocus provided wine for the food pairings and the guests were thrilled with the food offerings. A pasta bar, shrimp and grits bar and an All American Table were all busy spots throughout the evening. A silent auction kept the guests entertained and a very nice evening was enjoyed by all.

Thanks to the entire staff at Community Healthworx for allowing Dianne Evans and Best Catered Events to serve you once again...we appreciate you!

Lauren Penton and Jess Simpson, Jr. April 9, 2011 @ Greenwood Plantation

2011-06-24T15:56:00.003-05:00

When Lauren Penton and Jess Simpson, Jr. decided to begin their new life together, they chose the beautiful Greenwood Plantation as the location for their wedding ceremony and reception.

This bride and groom had a beautiful ceremony, full of treasured moments.

Best Catered Events wishes the newlyweds a life of love and happiness. Thank you for allowing us to share this special day with you!

All White All Night - April 16, 2011, Alexandria, Louisiana

2011-06-24T15:51:00.000-05:00

This was the third consecutive year that Best Catered Events and owner Dianne Evans catered the All White
All Night VIP tent. Special thanks to H. Wendell Isadore for the vote of confidence once again.

The guests always love the foods we serve and we are honored to once again provide trendy, and very tasty selections to those who attend.

This year the evening was full of excitement with an awesome fashion show and photography shots all night.

See you next year.....yes, we will come back....we love this event!!

Lonzo-Williams Family Reunion-Marksville, LA 6.11.2011

2011-06-24T15:41:00.000-05:00

Holy Ghost Church in Marksville was the location of the Lonzo-Williams Family Reunion on Saturday, June 11, 2011. This event was planned for over a year.

Best Catered Events provided the following menu for the dinner meal.

Garden Salad with Dressings Alongside
Smoked Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce on side
Grilled Chicken Breasts
Rice Dressing
Homestyle Green Beans
Buttered Yeast Rolls
Peach Cobbler
White Cake with White Icing

Thanks to the family members for choosing Best Catered Events for your event! See you in 10 years.*

LaDonna and Dean Schexnyder June 18, 2011

2011-06-19T04:37:00.006-05:00

LaDonna Wilson and Dean Schexnyder chose a lovely location for their wedding. The LaManoir Fleuri in Moreauville was full of family and special friends of this wonderful couple.

When I first met this couple, I knew right away they were going to be fun, and they were. Immediately upon being pronounced husband and wife, there was a cowbell ringing!

The guests were then greeted by Best Catered Events staff members Brenda LaBorde and Megan Dauzat who served bacon roll ups and voodoo cheese in mini cones. Best Catered Events owner, Rick Evans and Cassie Parker served refreshments on this hot June evening. Chef Dustin Quibodeaux provided on site food preparation and Stephanie Brown serviced the main table.

The bride chose a beautiful color scheme for the special day with coral, pinks and a hint of purple here and there. The newlyweds were presented and entered into their frist dance together and then the party got started. Bayou Boys provided the music throughout the evening, Lisa Dupont of Cake Creations made both cakes (which the guests loved) and Best Catered Events provided the food and service for the fun loving couple and all their guests.

A candy bar was set up inside and there was a constant flurry of little (and big) hands on silver scoops and into little boxes (and Pockets). Several guests were heard complimenting all the little details chosen by the bride for this special day.

LaDonna and Dean....keep on laughing and keep on loving!! Congratulations from your team at Best Catered Events. We are honored to have been chosen to serve you.

Rhett Graduated!!!

2011-06-04T15:12:00.000-05:00

Rhett graduated from high school and a party was planned by his family to celebrate the occasion. His aunt and uncle Jody and Candi Chenevert hosted the event at the family home in Plaucheville, LA.

Cake Creations, owner Lisa Dupont of Mansura created a wonderful tasting cake for the occasion.

Rhett received lots of congratulations and plenty of well wishes for his future...Best Catered Events certainly wishes him the best as he looks towards the future!!

Melvin and Zamora....May 28, 2011 Baton Rouge, LA

2011-05-28T04:44:00.002-05:00

Melvin Anderson and Zamora James chose this special day for their wedding in Baton Rouge.
Narcissus A Narcissus created a wonderful setting for the guests with eggplant and magenta. Cakes were by Gambinos Bakery and the wonderful atmosphere was provided by the many family members and friends of Melvin and Zamora in attendance.

Best Catered Events passed smoked drummettes, mini crawfish pies and Natchitoche Meat Pies. Action stations were busy throughout the afternoon serving up chicken and sausage gumbo, Spinach and Garden Salads with all the fixings and Mashed Potatoes with all the accompaniments. The main food tables were dressed with white floor length cloths garnished with red flowering kale, green apples, purple cabbages, and lots of glass with lime green accents.

Guests enjoyed Blackened Chicken Alfredo, Crawfish Etouffee with Rice, Crabmeat AuGratin, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Chicken Salad Croissants, Mini Muffalettos, Deviled Eggs, BLT dip in savory cones, Smoked Beef Brisket, Turkey, Fresh Fruit with Gran Marnier Dip, Raspberry Hazelnut Torte and Raspberry Lemonade.

We so enjoyed this reception. The guests were so complimentary, the setting beautiful and the couple wonderful to work with.

Best Catered Events wishes you both a life of Love, Happiness and Many Happy Endings!!!

Rehearsal Dinner at Loyd Hall - Friday, April 22, 2011

2011-04-28T18:55:00.001-05:00

Best Catered Events staff provided food and service for the rehearsal dinner honoring Jessica Grubbs and Scott Moore on Friday, April 22, 2011 in the beautiful Loyd Hall Pavillion Dining Room.

Menu choices were: Seafood Stuffed Pistolettes with crawfish topping
                                Double Stuffed Potatoes
                                Whole Green Breans
                                Sensation Salad
                                Cheesey Bread
                                Bread Pudding with Praline Sauce
                                Caramel Pecan Crepes or Fresh Fruit Crepes

Tomorrow is your wedding..,.,Congratulations from Best Catered Events!

Lordy...Lordy...Jenny turned 40!!!

2011-04-28T18:49:00.000-05:00

Jenny's mom, Dianne Burkhart called Dianne Evans, owner of Best Catered Events to cater a surprise party for Jenny's birthday in Zachary, on Saturday, April 23, 2011. She said she just couldn't let this special day
go by without a celebration.

Rick Evans and Syble Ashford helped create lovely food tables and provided great food and service for the evening.

Happy Birthday Jenny.....and many more!!!

Lordy, Lordy....Robert is 40!! Time for a Party!

2011-04-18T17:50:00.001-05:00

Friday, April 15th was a really bad weather day with thunderstorms and wind gusts over 65mph.

This client's wife surpised him with a party at their home complete with a 20'x60' tent, air coolers, bandstand, Phat Hat Band, and Best Catered Events.

The birthday boy was surprised and thrilled with the evening. He thoroughly enjoyed visiting with old friends and family members and dancing the night away.

Best Catered Events wishes you a Happy Birthday......wonder what your wife will plan next year?

Ladies Afternoon Tea in Long Bridge, LA - April 14, 2011

2011-04-13T20:02:00.001-05:00

The ladies in charge of planning this tea came by the Best Catered Events offices in the fall of 2010. Details were discussed and they saw their vision come full circle at the afternoon tea today.

The Moreauville Garden Club hosted the Louisiana Garden Club Convention for an afternoon tea. Al and Kathy Lemoine have a lovely home in Long Bridge and it was an absolutely breathtaking location for this group of ladies from all over Louisiana.

Lovely china, beautiful flowers and the ambience of the home made for a wonderful afternoon.

Menu items were:
Cheesey Asparagus Bites, Chicken Salad Croissants, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Open Faced Cucumber Dill Sandwich on Brown Bread, White Chocolate Dipped Apricots, Lemon Bars, Ooey Gooey Bars, fresh Louisiana Strawberries, oranges and grape clusters, peach tea and unsweetened hot tea.

Best Catered Events, honored to assist in this event and provide a very different menu for the ladies!

Congratulations to the committee .... you did it!!!

Amanda and Bobby Got Hitched - April 9, 2011 - Loyd Hall Plantation

2011-04-13T19:36:00.001-05:00

This couple was a pure joy to work with during the planning for their reception. Both were very comfortable and laid back and absolutely the sweetest couple this owner has met in a long time!

Upon arrival at the beautiful Loyd Hall Plantation, Best Catered Events owner, Dianne Evans, noticed the breathtaking ceremony set up chosen by this couple. Fuschia, white and charcoal gray were the chosen colors and when I asked Amanda why a few weeks ago, she said her first flowers from Bobby were hot pink Stargazers and roses. She wanted that special remembrance as part of their day, and it was!

I loved the shoes the bridesmaids wore, the kissing balls hanging at the ceremony, and the cake! Such a cake this caterer hasn't seen in a long time. I didn't get the name of the baker, but have been promised a number for her, so call me and I will hopefully have it by then.

The favors were hot pink, chocolate covered mints in shot glasses and so cute. The bride and groom thoroughly enjoyed their reception, visiting with each guest and smiling the entire time.

Best Catered Events enjoyed providing food and services for this couple and we wish them continued love and happiness!

Tanya married Paul - Reception at Convention Center, Alexandria, LA - April 2, 2011

2011-04-04T18:37:00.003-05:00

Tanya and Paul held their reception at the Alexandria Convention Center in downtown Alexandria, LA on Saturday, April 2, 2011.

The guests entered the ballroom which was adorned with white floor length linens and deep purple toppers and lovely tall Italian vases with modern florals. Best Catered Events provided food and non alcoholic beverages for this special event.

Rave reviews by the guests made for a special event.

The menu we offered was:

Buffet Offerings
Louisiana Crawfish and Bowtie Pasta
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
Double Stuffed Potatoes
Cheesey Jalapeno Bites
Chicken Salad Croissants
Smoked Beef Brisket
Peppered Pork Tenderloin (served with freshly made rolls and condiments)
Voodoo Cheese with crackers
Louisiana Crawfish Bread
Mini Bacon Stuffed Tomatoes
Fresh fruit with Gran Marnier Dip and Chocolate for dipping
Veggie Crudite Cups with original Ranch dressing
Raspberry Lemonade and water

This couple has children who are beautiful! Best wishes Tanya and Paul! Many years of love await you all!
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The new Mr. and Mrs. Sam Rosso - April 2, 2011, Greenwood Plantation

2011-04-04T18:27:00.003-05:00

Adrienne Hardy married Sam Rosso at the beautiful Greenwood Plantation in St, Francisville, LA on Saturday, April 2, 2011. The 200 family and friends gathered to help the newlyweds celebrate the occasion. Best Catered Events provided food and bar services for the reception in the main dining hall of the plantatoin. Confections by Michelle provided the cakes and there were special touches all around the house

For this event, Best Catered Events provided the following menu.

Butlered Beginnings
Voodoo Cheese in savory cones and mini blts

Main Table Offerings
Crawfish etoufee with rice
Chicken Alfredo over penne pasta
Spinach and Artichoke Dip w/crackers and chips
Shrimp and crab stuffed mushrooms
Chicken Salad Croissants
Fresh fruit and crudite with chipotle ranch dip in cucumber cups

Side Table Offerings
Smoked Beef Brisket
Peppered Pork Tenderloin w/freshly baked rolls and condiments

Sweet Offerings
Strawberry Dippers- Double chocolate cake truffles topped with chocolate ganache and
fresh Louisiana strawberries with a small spoon alongside

Beverage Offerings
Summer Punch
Bottled Beer selections
Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet and White Zinfandel
Soft Drinks

Best wishes for a long and happy marriage to the newlyweds! Thanks for allowing Best Catered Events to play a part in your special day!http://www.bestcateredevents.com/

Jen and Andy got married! Greenwood Plantation - March 26, 2011

2011-03-27T12:53:00.004-05:00

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Glorious Day! The temperature hovered around 80 earlier in the day, but was picture perfect at around 75 degrees with a light breeze when Jennifer Blackwood married Andy at Greenwood Plantation on Saturday, March 26th.

When Best Catered Events owner, Dianne Evans met with this beautiful bride, her mom, sister, father and stepmom back in late Summer of 2010, she was told they wanted a fun day.

As we turned off LA Hwy 61 and saw the first signs, we knew this couple wanted to make sure their guests found the location they had chosen for this special day. They had planned the day perfectly.

The staff at Greenwood Plantation is always so accomodating and this day was no exception. The couple was surrounded by lavish pink azaleas in full bloom, absolutely breathtaking.

The cakes were created by Cake Goddess, the flowers by Four Seasons Florist, the band was Soulhaven, and Best Catered Events provided food and bar service. The bride and groom had a signature drink,
"The Higginwood". Our staff members passed the specialty drink, voodoo in savory cones atop a bed of green split peas, our mini blt's, and our taco rolls. The menu was smoked peppered pork loin with freshly baked rolls and condiments including Sweet Baby Ray's barbeque sauce, Shrimp Etoufee with fluffy rice, Crabmeat Mornay, Louisiana Crawfish Stuffed Bread, Chicken Salad on Crossaints, Veggie Crudite Cups with Chipotle Ranch Dip, Ham and Asparagus Roll Ups, Veggie Pizza Squares, fresh fruit including Louisiana Strawberries with Gran Marinier Dip (these berries were grown in Springfield, LA) and our famous Summer Punch.

The favors were handmade, scented, fleur de lis soaps tucked into black voille pouches. Green hydrangeas were the bride's choice for flowers and they were gorgeous! The happy couple departed in a 1938
Roadster belonging to a friend of Jennifer's dad.
Our staff did their usual "awesome job" and always go above and beyond to provide exceptional service to all guests.

Best Catered Events wishes the newlyweds a wonderful, happy and fun life together. You certainly started off your married life together in a great way!

Thank You to EMIYOSHI !!

2011-03-20T18:43:00.001-05:00

Best Catered Events owner Dianne Evans won 5 cases of her choice from EMIYOSHI at the CaterSource Conference and Tradeshow in Las Vegas on March 1st.

It didn't take this owner long to make her choices and with the help of Gary Witek, Western Regional Sales Manager, she ordered her freebies.

These cases arrived and much to her delight, they are absolutely perfect for upcoming events.

Special thanks once again to EMIYOSHI ! I love all of your mini dishes. I have bought your products for many years and will continue to do so!

Evans is 2 !!!

2011-03-15T20:52:00.001-05:00

Best Catered Events announces that Evans Kade, our youngest grandchild has turned two! Where have the past 2 years gone? He is growing up too fast.

A Jump and Jive party was held in Prairieville on Sunday, March 13, 2011. All I can say is there was alot of jumping and jiving goin on, and everyone enjoyed seeing each other and catching up.

Evans blew out his candle and everyone enjoyed some pizza, sliced bbq pork sliders, spinach Dianne, and voodoo dip. There were also assorted chips and dips to enjoy.

Heather Thornton Married Brandon Young 3-12-2011 in Zachary, LA

2011-03-15T20:44:00.001-05:00

Heather Thornton, daughter of Kevin and Jorenda Thornton of Zachary married Brandon Young, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Young at First Baptist Church in Zachary.
The reception was held in the Atrium where the family and guests enjoyed visiting with the newlyweds and tasting the menu the couple had chosen.

Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee with rice
Blackended Chicken Alfredo
Smoked Brisket and Peppered Loin with freshly baked rolls
Spnach and Artichoke Dip
Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Cold Shrimp Dip
Finger Sandwiches
Raspberry Hazelnut Torte
Voodoo Cheese
Fresh Fruit with dip

As an added bonus, the bride selected our Cheesecake Tini Bar. The flavors offered were Louisiana Strawberry, Double Fudge and Caramel Pecan.

The cakes were made by Ott Fisher of Zachary and the Photography Shoppe captured everything on film.

Best Catered Events and Dianne Evans wish the newlyweds all the best. Had a blast working with Heather!
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What Happens in Vegas....Comes Back With Best Catered Events!

2011-03-04T16:11:00.002-06:00

Dianne Evans attended the Catersource Conference and Tradeshow in Las Vegas for the past 5 days. So many classes to attend, so many new items to see at the Tradeshow, so much networking and so much fun!

International Caterers Association presented Dianne with a full paid scholarship to the conference as well as a cash award. Many thanks to the committee members for their consideration and honor.

The Tradeshow was exciting and Dianne even won a large prize at the EMI YOSHI booth. She got to select 5 full cases of anything featured in the booth. Talk about a caterer with a blank check! Thanks to EMI YOSHI for the prize and all of your assistance at the booth. Looking forward to unpacking the boxes when they arrive at the commissary.

When you are planning your next event, give us a call. We are energized and ready to show off our new ideas......ARE YOU ?

Affiliated Blind of Louisiana Mardi Gras- "Ragin Cajun Style"

2011-02-20T12:31:00.003-06:00

Best Catered Events provided food for Affiliated Blind of Louisiana's Mardi Gras Ball, themed "Ragin Cajun Style" -- Red and Black.

Revelers got the crowd excited while awaiting the announcement and arrival of the King and Queen.

This year's King was Gary Weeks and Queen was Bev LeBlanc! They were so excited and King Gary told the crowd, "Let the Party Begin". Queen Bev smiled while saying, "Pass A Good Time!" The King and Queen had their Royal Toast and the party began.

Door prizes were awarded throughout the evening, the dj music rocked the crowd with favorite tunes and games of fun were going on along with an open buffet and king cakes for dessert!

Best Catered Events provided a menu of Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya, Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Smoked Drummettes, Veggie Pizza Bites, Crudite in cucumber cups with chipotle ranch dip, fresh fruit, chicken salad croissants, taco rolls, old fashioned ham with freshly baked rolls, summer punch and our almond tea(which was made with Splenda for our diabetic friends).

After dinner, the costume and dance contest started. So many participants and there were some awesome costumes for sure. Since this owner was asked to be a judge for the costume contest, I got to see firsthand the thought and work that went into every creation. There were prizes for the top three costumes. Jane won the contest with her red and black (true to the theme) costume and the attitude with which she wore it! She was overcome with emotion upon the announcement and the presentation of the prize of $50 cash!

The evening continued with the famous "Pass the Football" game, an updated version of the hot potato game...all the participants had so much fun....and we enjoyed watching this one as well.

Special thanks to TyRhonda for contracting Best Catered Events for this event. We loved sharing the festivities and meeting alot of new friends. Hope to see you all next time.....until then.....,
Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!!!!

Did you visit Best Catered Events at the PWG Bridal Show at the Rivercenter in Baton Rouge on Sunday, January 30, 2010?

2011-02-06T08:11:00.001-06:00

Did you visit the Best Catered Events booth? If so, you know that your booking deadline for our Special Coupon Offer is expiring soon.

You have until February 27th to redeem! Call Dianne Evans today and set up your appointment.

Thanks to CiJi, Devon, Nikki, LaRhonda, Adrianne, Faye and Susan. You have booked with Best Catered Events in the week since the show! Awesome, you will so love your receptions in the Baton Rouge, LA area.

Don't forget your coupon details if you were at the show!

International Caterers Association Scholarship Awarded to Dianne Evans

2011-01-29T23:09:00.002-06:00

Best Catered Events' owner, Dianne Evans has been named a scholarship recipient by The International Caterers Association. Dianne was notified of the decision by Larry Levy on behalf of the ICA Scholarship Committee.

Evans will attend the 2011 CaterSource Conference and Tradeshow and the CATIE AWARDS in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 27-March 3 where she will be serve as an Ambassador of the ICA. She will also receive her cash award at the Annual Meeting of the International Caterers Association on March 2. There will be a Catersource Forum Meet and Greet and the first annual CaterBuzz meeting taking place as well, Evans is a member of both of these groups.

Evans says she is looking forward to the networking and the fellowship with thousands of caterers from all over the world. "I am so excited and honored to be the recipient of this scholarship, the information and ideas I will discover at the conference will be invaluable and help my business to continue to be in the forefront in the Baton Rouge and Louisiana markets", she said.

January 30, 2011 PWG Bridal Showcase-Baton Rouge, Louisiana

2011-01-29T22:57:00.002-06:00

Best Catered Events participated in the PWG Bridal Showcase in Baton Rouge, LA on Sunday, January 30th.

Our booth was right across from our good friend Jeremiah Rasco and his company Prestone's Catering. The brides were so excited with the fashion show and all of the vendor giveaways and we enjoyed visiting with many of them as they made their way around the Baton Rouge River Center.

2011 is going to be a stellar wedding year. Love is in the Air.....and Definitely in Baton Rouge!!

Mindy McCallum and Micah Brooks Tied The Knot! January 22, 2011

2011-01-24T21:04:00.002-06:00

Mindy and Micah chose a wonderful and very romantic setting for their wedding. The temperature was cold, but the group huddled around their choice of one of the three working fireplaces at Greenwood. After a bit, the food and beverages warmed everyone up and the party got started.

The cake was beautiful, Angie Murrell of Best Cakes did a great job and the groom's cake looked just like a suitcase! The bouquets and centerpieces were all succulents and natural. The look was fresh and earthy, a welcome change and very unique. Fleur de Jour did an awesome job of giving the bride exactly what she wanted. One beautiful expression of the bride's environmentalistic views was the grouping of sterling silver antiques with succulents in them that were placed on each outside table. So different, and so very Mindy.

Then in the outdoor kitchen we placed a few fast pick up food items and the bar. To the side Mindy had created a Photo Booth, complete with a chalk board, chalk, a feather boa, and other fun props. Rumor has it that there was alot of giggling going on as everyone struck a pose!

Guests received a favor of a Sweet Bay Magnolia Tree seedling wrapped in burlap. Again, very different, very simple, yet beautiful.

Guests loved our smoked beef brisket, crawfish etoufee, crawfish bread, spinach madeleine, fruited chicken salad croissants, mini blt's, voodoo cones and several other items.

Thompson Photography was everywhere at this wedding and reception and I can't wait to see the professional shots!

Best Catered Events wishes Mr. and Mrs. Brooks a wonderful life together!