Caterers in San Diego

  If you want to step outside the “norm,” pick a month that isn’t a traditional wedding month.  Here are some reasons why springtime is the perfect time for a wedding. -1- Your venue options are more varied in that the weather is still temperate throughout Southern California.  Not too hot, not too cold. -2- More places will be available from which to choose a picture-perfect location. -3- Unlike fall or winter, you can entertain the thought of having the wedding and reception outdoors and in a garden. -4- There are not as many conflicting holidays or vacations as in the winter or summer months. -5- Many “In-season flowers” from which to incorporate in your wedding, bridal bouquets, and reception. Branches of cherry blossoms can make a dramatic spring statement. -6- The flower girls can wear fresh spring floral crowns or have flowers in their hair. -7- Bridesmaids can wear gorgeous pastel colors. -8- Your menu can include new potatoes, asparagus, sugar snap peas, baby car...

  Dear Rhonda, Thank you so much for your constant guidance, patience, and support for our  wedding ! Saturday night was the best night of my life, due in large part to all your efforts! Michael and I would never have been able to achieve such a magnificent evening if it were not for you and the professionals at Ranch Events. Everything was perfect–well organized, beautiful, and delicious. I am sorry for all the times I was challenging along the way, thank you for allaying my anxieties throughout the process. Please feel free to use Michael and I as a reference in the future, we would be honored to retell the wonderful details that you made possible. I wish you all the success and happiness possible down the road. Thank you for making our wedding a dream comes true! Best wishes, Corey and Michael

  Since 2014 the City of Santee has employed Ranch Events to cater their yearly Holiday employee Events.  These Holiday parties were so successful, they called on Ranch again to provide food for a special event called “Brews and Bites.  The Special Events Supervisor, who books the cities events, sent Ramon Salido, his Ranch Events Consultant, this following email: “Hi Ramon, Thanks so much to you and your team for your service at Brews & Bites last weekend. It was a successful event and your team was a big part of that. And now we are on to the annual employee holiday luncheons….. Best,  Jon S….Special Events Supervisor” Ranch Events would like to thank you for using our services and we are pleased you are so satisfied with our work.  Thank you for always thinking of Ranch Events when you are planning Company gatherings.

  A “YELP” review from a satisfied client: “Nothing but great things to say about Ranch Events, especially our Event Consultant Bernardo.  He helped us from the beginning to the end of our wedding day.  Bernardo was so responsive to any emails or text messages we sent.  He was present at our reception to ensure all of our needs and concerns were met and he even helped out decorating our dessert table and made sure everything went smooth.  Since day one; we are grateful to have him as our Event planner.  I highly recommend Bernardo to anyone who wants to have a stress-free day on their wedding day.  Thank You Bernardo” Fong C from Riverside California

  November has arrived and just like that, 2022 is just around the corner.  Pumpkin spice lattes are everywhere. Thanksgiving is on November 25 th  this year; and if you haven’t already gone through your Thanksgiving menu favorites from last year, now is the time.  Thanksgiving recipe options can be found via the internet or from your favorite TV Food channels.  When you are trying to decide what to serve for your family gathering or what to choose from your caterer, here are some ideas to consider: Gluten-free foods Vegetarian options Keto Thanksgiving side dishes Easy but traditional Thanksgiving desserts New Leftover recipes We at Ranch Events would love to help with your Thanksgiving celebration.  Call us today so we can start planning and make your vision come to fruition.

  On behalf of everyone associated with Kids’ Turn San Diego, please accept my appreciation for your gift of one canopy.  Our work to help children whose parents are engaged in a conflicted divorce or custody dispute is only possible because of gifts and grants we receive from generous donors like you. Our Wine Event is our largest and most important fund-raiser of the year and your gift will help make it a success. Without your assistance, we could not provide this unique, “whole family” program which has been serving families from every segment of San Diego since 1996. The total value of your gift is $3,000.00.   Thank you again, Kids’ Turn San Diego http://www.kidsturnsd.org/

  The first part of September, Carla and Christian Fuentes hired Ranch Events to cater their daughter’s 15 th  Birthday party for 150+ guests.  The Event was held in Marina Village in the Sunset Room.  A personal “Thank You” was sent by the Fuentes’ to Ranch Events and Ramon Salido, the Event Consultant.  This is what the family wrote: “I just wanted to say thank you so much for all your help while planning Ariannas XV. I also wanted to say that the Captain and his team were AMAZING!!!! He was so attentive and so helpful. Everyone was so friendly. They made a sometimes stressful event enjoyable because of all their help! Please pass on our thanks to them as well!”. Thank You, we are so glad you and your guests enjoyed your Event. Ranch Events

  Autumn has officially arrived; the signs of the seasonal changes are all around us—it is the season with the warm colors of summer’s end and winter’s cool breezes beginning. In the fall, it’s so nice to enjoy a hot cup of coffee, herbal tea, hot apple cider, or a mug of hot chocolate with a marshmallow on top. Ranch Events can turn your thoughts of autumn into an enjoyable and exciting experience. This time of year also marks the start of many schools; baseball ends with the World Series and football plus tailgating begin. Oktoberfest celebrations are teeming, and pumpkin carving is a top priority signifying Halloween is close at hand. Then, before we know it, Thanksgiving is upon us with family gatherings, celebrations and all of the holiday’s mouth-watering foods abounding; stuffed roasted turkey, candied yams, mashed potatoes with turkey gravy, green beans, fruit salad, homemade dinner rolls and many other family traditions. Ranch Events has delicious menus and exciting ideas ...

  It’s that time of year, another season change! Break out the hoodies, light the apple cinnamon candles, and settle in with a Pumpkin Spice Latte for Mother Nature’s changing its colors. Autumn can be the best season to plan a fall wedding and one of Ranch Events Coordinators can guide you through the planning and coordination process. The colors of fall: deep reds, pumpkin orange, golden yellows can be beautifully incorporated into your weddings theme. The crisp air and changing leaves remind us why so many people have decided that fall is the best season to tie the knot. A fall wedding takes as much preparation as any other seasonal wedding and the expert Event Coordinators at Ranch Events have the knowledge and “know-how” to make this a special and spectacular day. The creativity of capturing the feel of fall will make your wedding truly one of the most memorable days of your life. Going the rustic route is also a great theme and there are many ways to incorporate this look int...

October is here and that means the official start of autumn was just a few weeks ago! In the spirit of pumpkin spice and everything nice, here is a list of wedding ideas that will make your big day celebration feel as warm and cozy as your favorite fall sweater: Fall foliage makes for a vibrant photo backdrop. For an  outdoor wedding , a crisp breeze makes your veil dance in the air. If you’re getting married indoors, bring some of the foliage inside! Caramel apples are a Fall staple and a perfect addition to your dessert display. Don’t forget about the pumpkin apple cider donuts. ‘Tis the season! Your guests certainly won’t complain about a tower of fall-flavored mini pies. You can treat your guests to a decadent chocolate cake on a rustic cake stand. Bridesmaid’s gowns in earthy tones complement the autumnal colors. Plaid attire for groomsmen just screams fall. A wheat boutonniere for the groom has loads of rustic charm. For the bride, consider a bouquet in rich orange and yellow...

  If you think your autumn wedding has to be all about pumpkin centerpieces and foliage hues? Not to worry — fall weddings have tons of  wedding  style options. It’s easy to feel trapped in a certain kind of wedding style when you’re planning a fall wedding — you might feel bound to a wedding color palette of brick to russet to terra cotta, and that autumn leaves are a decor necessity. But it’s not so – Here are some fall wedding traps that you don’t have to fall into and so your style possibilities will be as excellent as the weather forecast. TRAP #1: You Must Stick To a “Fall Foliage” Wedding Color Scheme Experts agree that you do  not  have to use leaf-hues for a fall wedding, and that some couples tend to rely too heavily on these and other earth tones (like chocolate brown) in autumn. We’re not suggesting that you ignore the season entirely and use bright, summery colors or spring pastels; simply consider other rich and glamorous hues that fit this time of...

  There are so many exciting fall wedding trends that are fun and distinctive to this season. From colors to lighting, here are a few select favorites to inspire your own events. BRIGHT & VIVID FLOWERS Bright wedding bouquets and unexpected color combinations. This season is full of floral surprises. Take risks and mix colors, add in succulents and other nontraditional options. The result? Amazing flowers that are the perfect complement for your event. VINTAGE GLASSWARE The use of vintage glassware, it can work with a classic or eclectic table scheme. Old fashioned glassware is available from many rental companies, thrift shops or online sites. You might have some hiding in your own home. CANDLELIGHT Nothing is more romantic than dining or dancing by candlelight? While fairy lights and string lighting have raised the lighting landscape at parties and weddings, candles should not be overlooked for their equal wow factor. INDIVIDUAL DESSERTS Wedding cakes will always hold center ...

  A “YELP” review from a satisfied client: “Nothing but great things to say about Ranch Events, especially our Event Consultant Bernardo.  He helped us from the beginning to the end of our wedding day.  Bernardo was so responsive to any emails or text messages we sent.  He was present at our reception to ensure all of our needs and concerns were met and he even helped out decorating our dessert table and made sure everything went smooth.  Since day one; we are grateful to have him as our Event planner.  I highly recommend Bernardo to anyone who wants to have a stress-free day on their wedding day.  Thank You Bernardo”

  Sometimes, with the busyness of the holiday season, it can be easy to get tunnel vision. You can become so overloaded with the additional tasks of the holidays that you lose out on just enjoying time with the people you care most about. If this is a worry of yours, it doesn’t have to be. Ranch Events can assist you with your holiday party. We can help to make sure it’s just what you dreamed of when you’ve first started planning for it.  Feel free to get in touch

  1. You put a cold turkey in the oven. Once your turkey has thawed, leave it on the counter for about an hour so that it warms up closer to room temperature before roasting. A thawed turkey is perfectly safe left on the countertop for an hour. 2. You don’t season all parts of the turkey. Make sure to season both outside and inside of the cavity. Doing so will season the meat from the inside out. 3. You’re not using a roasting rack. Using a roasting rack helps keep the bottom of your turkey from steaming and sticking to the bottom of the pan. You can also create your own DIY roasting rack by using a bed celery and carrots, or rolling aluminum foil into logs and placing the turkey on top. 4. You open the oven door too much. Rather than basting, which requires you to open your oven door every half hour, try brining or dry rubbing your turkey. If it gives you peace of mind to get a look at your turkey while it’s cooking, use the oven light instead of...

  Ranch Events is one of the San Diego’s leading catering specialist, managing many exciting and unique venues and some of the largest Special Events in Southern California. Ranch is also renowned for its innovative, fresh menu ideas and outstanding service. We operate in a dynamic environment drawing inspiration from all corners of the globe. Great food is our soul and passion and we take pride in the success of each event in which we participate. Our menus are based on quality fresh produce, perfectly balanced flavors and stylish, simple presentation For more details, click on the items listed at the top of this page.

San Diego, California. Home of the Chargers and Padres, some beautiful beaches, and the 6th largest zoo in the world, is also the host venue for the world’s largest comic convention. Hundreds of thousands excited fans travel to San Diego to experience a once in a life time event. Fans will experience the latest in comics, movies, TV, games, collectibles and pop culture. There will be a full slate of panels, talent signings, demonstrations and beautiful booths. Ranch Events is proud and honored to participate in this annual San Diego event and works closely with Comic Con to help plan and execute the party. There are between 400-600 people attending this get-together and Ranch welcomes all attendees. This past year the event was held right before the July Convention at the beautiful San Diego Hall of Champions. With a forty plus year history, Comic-Con International holds its annual July convention in San Diego. This convention is the most highly acclaimed gathering of people from all w...

  Ranch catered our wedding at Marina Village on 3/12/15. It was beautiful and everything went exactly as I hoped! The  food  was delicious — perfect really! The short ribs were to die for!  Rhonda was our contact there, she was so sweet and helpful and amazing! She helped us plan every detail and really made my dream come true. We were on a tight budget, Rhonda was open to negotiating the price and working with us on that. She also made sure we had the pretty chairs (makes a difference not having to use a separate rental company) and every detail the way we wanted. Even down to the way the napkins were folded! Staffs were very helpful too, setting up early in the day so we could put down our DIY centerpieces. Our event captain, he was very nice and gracious. It all came off without a hitch and Ranch was a big part of the reason why! I highly recommend them and working with Rhonda specifically. – Felicia P

  It is with GREAT pleasure that I recommend Ranch Events and give the highest praise to Bernardo, our wonderful event manager. We rented the Seaside Room in Marina Village for our  wedding  last week and hired Ranch Events for all of our catering needs, room set-up and food service. It was great to have all of those items taken care of by one vendor. It made our wedding planning a ton easier but what really made it a breeze was working with Bernardo! He was so accommodating and really went out of his way to make sure we had the most amazing day! Prior to our wedding, Bernardo met with us several times to do food tastings, table settings and walk-thrus at the venue. He and his staff were very generous and offered us wonderful hospitality. Bernardo worked diligently with us to discuss floor plans and decoration options. He was very responsive to my emails and phone calls and always had a positive answer or provided a comparable solution. There didn’t seem to be anything th...

  The Service Charge covers all additional operational expenses, which includes: Administrative expenses, Use of kitchen utensils and equipment, Set up and cleanup of your event, minor losses and breakage of china or glassware. All hotel properties and caters applies this, which is common to be as high as 25%. Service charge Is Not A Gratuity. Most of our clients give the gratuity directly to the staff or specifies the amount with the Event Designer. Thank you for your business.