Critic's Choice Catering and Locations by Kaycie

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Categories: redondo beach catering, redondo beach wedding venue Address: 2806 Phelan Lane
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08/09/2010

We highly recommend Critic's Choice Catering. I deal with caterers a lot for my company and I am very impressed with Critic's Choice. The staff were excellent and the food was fabulous. The wedding cake was from Mayer's Bakery. It was exactly what we requested, and very delicious.The Sepulvada Home was a perfect venue for our wedding of 28 guests. Sara and Susan were great in paying attention to all the detail and able to anticipate our needs. We would love to go back!Carla Ortega of Our Creations provided the flowers and they were beautiful! And the beautiful lavendar roses are actually still alive after a week! All in all it was a perfect night full of memories that will last a lifetime! Thank you everyone for making our dream wedding come true!

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07/04/2010

Thank you, Michelle, for all of your hard work to make our 7/4/10 wedding at Point Vicente absolutly incredible! For future couples that need help organizing and creative ideas, Michelle and Critics Choice Catering will do it all for you! The food was *outstanding* and was a great value for the $$, too. Michelle was very flexible and willing to meet with us as many times as necessary to make our plans come to fruition. We can't thank you enough, Michelle!

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06/26/2010

Critics Choice was recommended to me by friend. As a frantic soon to be bride, I made an appointment. I walked in a little apprehensive and of-course really nervous because I had so much to do for the wedding. When I sat down and Janel walked me through what Critics Choice could do for me, I felt like a whole weight of stress just lifted off my shoulders. As I walked out I knew I wanted to use them as my caterers, not even sampling their food yet. Janel had this friendly vibe that wasn't fake. You could tell that she just met you, but she actually cared about you being happy as a bride and me needing to be hands on and not wanting any help, I knew I could count on her creativity and uniqueness to bring my vision to life. It is a great feeling because for couple months I felt like I was the only one I wanted to be in charge of everything so my stress level was so high. Couple weeks later, my Fiancée Joe and I went in for a tasting and it was beyond our expectations. I was really worried, AGAIN because my family and his family are all about the food and once we tasted it, we knew we made the right choice. Out of all the caterers we called, Critics Choice was by far the least expensive and they were willing to work with my budget. I thought since my budget was so low and I had so many people that, I'll get what I pay for, NOT TRUE. Janel worked with me through everything and she made sure I did not stress or freak out anymore than I should.
I walked into the reception, It was everything I hoped for and more. The tables were exactly how I pictures, the candles, decorations were unbelievable and so beautiful. All people could talk about is how beautiful the place was, what wonderful staff critics choice had ( Vanessa was wonderful) and most of all, People could not stop talking on how delicious the food was and that we must have spent a fortune (little did they know ;).
Janel, words cannot express my gratitude and thanks to you and your staff for giving me my dream wedding.

We love you so much,
Joe & Cathy Gillies-Olaya
June 2010 Wedding

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05/22/2010

I recently got married at Point Vicente Interpretive Center in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Our coordinator, Janel, was great the whole way through. She created a wonderful menu for our guests that was oceany/hawaiian themed. We got a "free" taste sample before hiring Critic's Choice & I was sold right then & there. The chicken was seriously the best chicken I've ever had. And when the wedding rolled around, the reality was that we had a fair amount of vegetarians, so Janel prepared tofu for them, which was also great.

We had another taste test of the menu for the wedding a few weeks before and were able to finalize everything and make sure the food was all to our liking and good for the guests. We decided that all the appetizers would be vegetarian so no one had to worry about eating meat. Also, Janel had a separate sushi station set up, which was a really nice touch for the guests. I only with I had time to get some!

Janel also served as the day-of coordinator and planner, which was fantastic because we had no idea what we were doing & it allowed us to enjoy the day but still remember to do the important things -- bouquet toss, cake cut, garter toss, etc etc. Janel kept track of time and paid attention to the details so we didn't have to! I gave Janel all the stuff for the tables (place cards, games for the kid's table, toasting flutes etc) about a week before and she had it all set up at the location. She even included the centerpieces in her planning quote, so I didn't have to worry about getting more flowers. She created beautiful ocean-themed fishbowl centerpieces, with floating candles, which were really stunning! Also, all deliveries went through her, so we didn't have to worry about when the cake or ice or flowers got there.

Thank you so much Janel for making our day go smoothly so we could enjoy ourselves and our guests 100%. I would highly recommend Critic's Choice Catering to anyone!

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05/08/2010

I was recently married on 5/08/10 and we used Critics Choice Catering as our caterer and they did a wonderful job. Our coordinator, Janel, did an amazing job and I would highly recommend her. She was very helpful during the whole long process with giving us ideas and trying to make things easier on us. And on the day of the wedding, she was amazing. She continually checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed, got us drinks/food, packed up all of our things at the end of the night, etc. We weren't bothered with any of the little details.

The food was great! Everyone enjoyed it. Our menu was the Italian Stuffed Chicken and garlic mashed potatoes which I would highly recommend. The servers and bartenders did a great job as well. The bartenders and servers provided our bridal party with drinks and appetizers before the wedding and while we were busy taking pictures. Also, Critics Choice provided our centerpieces which I loved! I would and will recommend Janel and Critics Choice Catering to any future brides.

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04/10/2010

Michelle was great to work with. She was very understanding and worked around our low budget.

We had Asian stir-fry for dinner, and while most caterers/restaurants wouldn't allow outside vendors, she allowed us to have a guest bring in a roasted pig (as a gift) - which they gladly cut and served to our guests.

Since we had a specific theme going on (Beatles, 60s theme), they dressed up the buffet tables accordingly. They had the bright Sgt. Pepper's colors out (with their linens) and their own Beatles pictures and album covers for decorations. They even had their servers come in their 60s best.

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Thanks so much for your wonderful comments - your wedding was definately out of the box and so much fun - the pictures looked great. A long and happy life for you two - you are a great couple.Michelle Paul - critics4catering@aol.com

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11/07/2009

WOW.....Critic's Choice Catering did a FANTASTIC job on our recent wedding. My husband and I got married at a beautiful plantation style home in San Pedro, CA. Critic's Choice helped make our wedding extra special by providing a marvelous meal, helpful staff and professional service.

The food was absolutely perfect and our guests raved at how delicious it was and how friendly the staff were. Carol did an amazing job and was truly a pleasure to work with. Carol was responsive to all of our questions, emails and phone calls and always took time to answer any last minute questions that came up!

I would HIGHLY recommend Critic's Choice for any catering need you may have. You can't find more delicious food, reasonable prices, and friendly and professional staff to help make your event everything you could dream of and more.

Thank you Critic's Choice!!!! Your team is amazing!

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11/07/2009

My husband and I were recently married at The Sepulveda Home in San Pedro. Critic's Choice prepared a marvelous dish for our guests to enjoy! The staff were professional, courteous, and friendly....and the food was magnificent!!! Carol was a pleasure to work with and stopped at nothing to ensure our wedding was spot on! The food was reasonably priced and the presentation was perfect! Our guests raved about how well organized, delicious and friendly the staff was!I can not thank them enough for making my wedding extra special and memorable for me, my husband and all of our guests!!

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Thank you for your kind review Shellie. Wishing you a long and happy life together. Carol carol.cccloc@ymail.com

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10/18/2009

We also had our wedding reception at the Sepulveda Home and it couldn't have gone any smoother. Carol is an absolute professional and a pleasure to work with. As soon as we arrived at the reception site, she was there with some excellent hors d'oeuvres for us, since it's hard to find time for the bride & groom to grab a bite. Every step of the way, we felt like we were being taken care of. The food was amazing and Carol's consultations were very helpful in preparing our menu to meet the dietary needs of our guests. We highly recommend her and Critic's Choice!

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Thank you for this rave review! You were a pleasure to work with. I know you will have a wonderful life, you are a perfect pair! Carol carol.cccloc@ymail.com

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10/18/2009

We had our wedding reception at the Sepulveda Home and it couldn't have gone any smoother. Carol is an absolute professional and a pleasure to work with. As soon as we arrived at the reception site, she was there with some excellent hors d'oeuvres for us, since it's hard to find time for the bride & groom to grab a bite. Every step of the way, we felt like we were being taken care of. The food was amazing and Carol's consultations were very helpful in preparing our menu to meet the dietary needs of our guests. We highly recommend her and Critic's Choice!

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10/03/2009

Most importantly, the food was amazing.

We had a buffet style wedding and are very happy with how everything went. Michelle helped us save money without impacting the vision of the wedding.

I would really like to be invited to a wedding that has critic's choice as their caterer because I didn't have enough time to eat and enjoy the food. (if you haven't gotten married yet you will know what I mean when your wedding is over)

They were also very helpful providing a bar package so we could provide the alcohol and drinks and pay a fee for the ice and glasses, saving us a lot of money.

Catering was the largest expense for our wedding but every guest loved the entire experience and gave very positive reviews of the food after the wedding.

My one recommendation would be to make sure that they set aside apps for you while you get pictures taken. I never got a crab cake!

Thanks Critic's Choice, you helped make our day even more special. I recommend you to everyone and hope that I have the opportunity to enjoy your wonderful food again.

Very Easy to work with.

AMAZING FOOD

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08/29/2009

FYI..this total does not incl alcohol. So pretty pricey, but they did a great job!! Janel was very likeable, very responsive and very easy to deal with. They did a great job with decorating and the table set up/floor plan. It was stunning! I was also happy that the staff approached us with some food before we headed down to the guests. We were starving and pretty much knew we weren't going to be able to really enjoy the meal.

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Thank you Rebeccah, and best wishes to you and Chris for a wonderful life together! See below for the contents of your thank you card mailed to Janel...

Thank you so, so much for making our reception into such a memorable night. We were blown away w/ how beautiful the set up was. The food was even better than we remembered & the staff was very helpful & friendly. But most importantly, thank you for all of your hard work, your responsiveness & patience. You were so easy to work with & get along with. We truly appreciate it.

Thanks again,

Rebeccah and Chris Roth

P.S. We have posted tons of positive review online for you guys! You rock!

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08/01/2009

We cannot thank Critic's Choice, and particularly Janel, enough for making our wedding such a wonderful evening. Our wedding was on August 1, 2009 at the Norris Pavilion. We initially hired Critic's Choice for the food, but got so much more than that. Janel took charge and handled almost every aspect of the wedding. On the day of, she perfectly coordinated and orchestrated everything. We don't know what we would have done without her! Not to mention that she was very accomodating and extremely nice to work with. Also, the food was fantastic. Critic's Choice provided our guests with their choice of Filet Mignon, Italian Stuffed Chicken, or Salmon - all of which were amazing, and very reasonably priced on our end. For cocktail hour, aside from gourmet tray-passed appetizers, Critic's Choice made a beautiful Mediterranean spread full of dips, unique homemade breads, and other miscellaneous items, which got rave reviews. With Critic's Choice, you won't get your standard "wedding banquet-ish" type of food - you know, a dry piece of chicken with that ungodly mushroom gravy smothered on top - that you will pay $100/person for at any hotel. You get quality and gourmet food, cooked by great chefs that are truly dedicated to what they do. Our guests are still raving about the food.

I cannot recommend Critic's Choice enough. There was nothing to complain about. The servers, bartenders, and staff were all very professional and efficient. The food, as I mentioned above, was amazing. And thanks to Janel, our dinner service (for about 215 guests) went extremely smoothly.

Thank you Critic's Choice for making our wedding the beautiful and memorable event that it was. And thank you so much Janel for making the day as worry free as possible for us, and for being so nice and patient with us throughout the entire process. You truly made our vision of our perfect wedding come true.

Sincerely,

Matthew and Jennifer Misetich

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08/01/2009

We just had our daugther's wedding at the Norris Pavillion on 8/1/2009.We had 215 guests and I could not be happier with the results.The stationary meditarranean table was incredible ,the servers were very efficient and polite.
Janel was our wedding coordinator and she exceeded my expectations.She went above and beyond her duties to make an unforgetable event.I highly recommend her services.

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07/04/2009

Michelle was great to work with in planning the food for our wedding. She was thoughtful about accommodating vegetarians and we have received many compliments on the food at the wedding. She was very organized, helpful and professional. It was a pleasure working with her.

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Thanks Tori for the wonderful comments about our service - I appreciate your honesty. The Botanial Gardens were beautiful, the horse drawn carriage you arrived in was just as incredible as the Rolls Royce that you departed in. Working with In the Pink is always wonderful. The best of luck to you both for a wonderful future.Michelle Paul - critics4catering@aol.com

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06/06/2009

We had about 150 people at our wedding and wanted to have a simple sandwich and salad buffet. Michelle at Critic's Choice worked with us to get the menu we wanted within our price range (under 5000). I didn't realize how much catering costs and at first wanted to just buy food myself and have friends set it out, but after thinking about it, I saw the value in having professional staff . . . and I'm SO glad I went with these caterers. They were professional, on time, set out the food beautifully, cleaned up afterward . . . and I had several guests comment to me both during and after the wedding how much they loved the food. It took so much stress off me and my family/friends to know that they were taking care of the food, utensils, plates, cups, tablecloths . . . Oh, and the wedding cake was gorgeous and delicious too!! I would definitely recommend this catering company!

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12/02/2008

I have used Critic's Choice for many of my meetings and my customers and the employees here just rave and love their food. They are always on time and the food what can I said but just "SIMPLY DELICIOUS". The presentation is always FANTASTIC. Thank you for a job well done.

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10/27/2008

Critic's Choice should be your choice when planning your event!

Carol Dickson was very efficient in all the planning stage. She and her staff took good care of our party of over 100 guests. No matter how hard work was put in that night, she always had a smile on her face.

My guests were happy with the food and her staff.

Thank you Critics' Choice! Thank you, Carol.

From Reneepvmom, PVE

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10/19/2008

Our experience with Critics Choice was wonderful. Carol guided us through the entire wedding process. We couldn't have been more pleased with our choice to have this company (and their wonderful staff) handle my daughter's big day! The food was beyond our expectations: the service was awesome.....we just could not have been happier with our choice! Carol is very flexible and filled in when our florist did not provide the flowers for the cake....it was gorgeous when Carol finished with HER flowers! All in all...it was PERFECT! Thank you Carol (our new found friend) and the rest of your amazing staff!

Vendor response to review

Thank you Terry, you were so great to work with. I hope Stephanie and Adam are enjoying their first year of wedded bliss!
Best,
Carol

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10/17/2008

My wife and I enjoyed working with Critic's Choice Catering. They provided us with delicious food, beautiful flower arrangements, elegant settings, linens and cloths in custom colors, a bar and bartender, a coffee bar, a candy bar, a cupcake pyramid, and a chocolate cake for a reasonable price. Even forgetting that the consumables and services were wonderful, there is no other vendor that offer such comprehensive services at lower prices. You can shop around all you want, but you might as well save time and money and book with Critic's Choice. You won't believe what they will do for you!

Michelle was our point-person, and by the wedding day she was also our friend. The food got rave reviews. Don't think the food isn't the most important part of your reception. It's probably the second-most important part of the whole wedding, the first being your actual marriage. Your guests will praise you forever. Let Critic's Choice bring you the highest quality food and work with your budget. That is my sincere advice.

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10/15/2008

Thank you Critic's Choice!!!
Carol Dickson and her wonderful staff were fabulous.
The food was incredible.
The presentation was beautiful.
Enjoying my daughters wedding without a worry...
Priceless!!!

Very Sincerely,
Gail and Joe Ellis

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Thank you Gail and Joe for your great review.
My best wishes to the happy couple and your growing family!
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09/13/2008

We are sooo thankful for Janel and the others at Critic's Choice. We were working with a limited budget and a site where we brought in almost everything for the reception. Critic's Choice helped take care of everything. Janel was ALWAYS prompt with emails and calls and even had co-workers return emails when she was out of the office for a day or two. The food and service were both exceptional! Everyone is still talking about how good the food was and I was so happy to see people going back for seconds of everything. I highly recommend using Critic's Choice for important events when quality and price matter!

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09/07/2008

My husband and I had the absolute best experience ever with Critics Choice!! They are very professional (ask for Janel!), the food was amazing, and the staff were all wonderful!! If I were going to plan another event anytime soon, they would DEFINITELY be on board!!! I would reccomend them to anyone and everyone :-)

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09/06/2008

Critic's Choice is AMAZING!!!! My best friend was married last summer and used Critic's Choice...so when I got engaged earlier this year I knew I had to use them for my perfect day. Janel is so great at her job. She accomodated every request and helped make our reception so personal. The service and food is top notch. I do not have one complaint, YOU SHOULD CALL CRITICS FIRST!!!!

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09/03/2008

Critic's Choice is the BEST! We have used Critic's Choice for many years to cater our corporate meetings and events both large and small. The food is always delicious and presented divinely. The service is second to none. They are friendly, on-time and very professional. They have always worked with us to meet our budget. Anything you want, they can do it. We love them! Over the years our company's dynamics and size have changed, but Critic's Choice has been there for us every step of the way. I highly recommend them. I especially like to thank Janel Doumerc at Critic's Choice for her outstanding service and commitment to us.

Katrina McKinley
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics

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09/02/2008

We have used Critic's Choice many time for office catering. Their staff are professional, always on time and pleasant to work with. I have never had a complaint about their food or service.

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09/02/2008

Critic's Choice is FANTASTIC!! The food is DIVINELY DELICIOUS!! The presentation is VISUALLY SCRUMPTIOUS!! Service is SUPERB!! The staff is PROFESSIONAL, FRIENDLY, COURTEOUS & PROMPT.

CRITIC'S CHOICE is RAVE WORTHY!!

Wanda
California Teachers Association
Culver City RRC/Bay Valley SCC

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We love you too Wanda! Thank you! Carol

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08/31/2008

My husband and I hired Critic's Choice to cater our August wedding in Pasadena. We worked with Stephanie who did a fantastic job helping turn our vision into reality. Honestly, food wasn't a top priority for us. We wanted to have a big party for all our favorite people. To our surprise, Critics Choice was able to provide an exceptional meal (italian buffet with amazing homemade bread) matched with a great service team, all for a great price. Stephanie also took the time to make sure our italian theme carried through every aspect of her planning, which meant the world to us. She's a very creative party coordinator and a sweet person. Her experience comes through in helpful suggestions and her ability to get it right, all the way down to the final, little detail!

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08/30/2008

What a wonderful event. The food was fabulous. The presentation wonderful. And the people were outstanding. Very professional and took care of all of our needs. We have used them over and over again.

Laurie R. Lewis
Executive Director
Automobile Driving Museum

Vendor response to review

Thank you Laurie, We appreciate your confidence in us and ofcourse we never tire of the praise!
From all of us at Critic's Choice

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08/23/2008

Carol Dickson of Critic's CHoice was fabulous ! THe food was delicious and the service excellent, but most of all we appreciated her flexibility, initiative, imagination, and dedication to anticipating and meeting our needs and concerns. The stress and pressure of planning a large elaborate wedding was endurable largely because we knew that we could rely on her at every step of the way to take care of problems, including those problems that we hadnt even thought of. The peace of mind was precious to us. She also worked cooperatively and cheerfully with the other vendors. Highly recommended.

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Bless you Katharine, Your review is a delight!
Carol

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07/12/2008

Critics Choice Catering


Dear Stephanie,

I am sitting here reflecting on the beauty of Bryan and Jessica’s wedding and wanted to write to you to let you know how grateful we are to you for the awesome job you did catering the rehearsal dinner and reception.

We had never planned such an event as a rehearsal dinner and you made it easy for us each step of the way. You’re so accommodating and helpful which put us at ease. The food was superb, the best catered food we have ever had. The two servers you brought with you were friendly and professional. They anticipated our needs and were incredibly helpful when it came to the clean up. We had several comments from family members about the high quality of the food and the superb way in which it was served.

The reception was beautifully decorated and again the food was excellent. Your servers were very professional and as one of our friends commented, stealth in their work so as never to intrude. We really appreciate how you served the head table and served the salads directly to the tables. We were very impressed with your attention to detail and felt as if you very personally cared about our son and his new wife on their special day.
We would highly recommend your company and services and would be happy to be a reference for you.


Sincerely,

Walton and Sharon Dutton

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05/10/2008

Critic's Choice was a huge life saver for us! Our initial caterer got back to us two months before the big day with a quote almost twice what we had originally discussed. We were forced to scramble to find someone else. Luckily we found Michelle and Melinda at Critic's Choice. They saved the day on short notice. They were ready to accommodate anything we might need. They were reasonably proced and completely professional. We loved the variety of the spread as did our guests- very tasty. Anything you could want, they can do! Thumbs up Critic's Choice! Thanks again!

Client testimonial from Katharine Gavzy. Mira Hashmall. Paul Isley.
09/30/2008

Hello Carol,
I am running around getting ready for a camping trip with our granddaughter while Mira and Raaqim are on their honeymoon. But I really want to take a minute to thank you for everything you did to make the wedding a fabulous success. You will hear more from Mira after she returns.
The food of course was delicious, as all our guests told us, and the staff service was excellent. But more important than that, it was your energy, initiative, and great attitude (along with your tension-releasing sense of humor), that we appreciated. You know that Mira and I chose your company at the beginning because we wanted someone we could work easily and well with, who would anticipate and meet our needs. And we were right. You always went out of your way to identify issues and find solutions. It was so very reassuring to know, throughout the long stressful process of preparing for this event, that we could rely completely on your knowledge, experience and professionalism. And you were always a pleasure to work with.
Please feel free to use this message as a reference, and we would be happy to recommend your service to any future potential clients.
Thanks again,
Katharine
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Carol,
You made our wedding such a beautiful event. If you can handle a control freak, over-worked, and absentee attorney bride (and her mother) - you can handle anything. Thanks so much! Mira

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October 2009 -
Scott Fellows of Critic's Choice was a godsend for the success our important celebration of the publication of The Deep Voyages to Titanic and Beyond. Many deep sea exlorers, cinematographers, and submariners from around the world attended this special event and Scott's experience in the choice of materials, foods, and drinks to use was invaluable. As a true professional he and his staff were omnipresent during the party but also nonintrusive. Kudos to Critic's Choice!

Paul Isley

Client testimonial from Mary Garrity; Hannah Carbonneau; Evelyn; C Robbins; Betty Skidmore
10/01/2008

From Mary Garrity:

Dear Stephanie

Sorry for the lateness of this reply.

Your company superbly handled our funeral reception. We, as a family, were so sad, sorrowful and in an unbelievable place in all of our lives and state of mind. If you recall, we handled many of the arrangements on line; which was convenient. You provided us with a 'no thought' painless way to arrange for an unhappy occasion. You provided us with excellent food and I still and yet appreciate your care and concern.

Regards, Mary Garrity

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Hi; I thought Stephanie was AWESOME! Critic's Choice is the way to go!
We had a Hawaiian Themed reception and it was amazing. Also; when it came down to money. I highly recommend their services.
Hannah
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Michelle, Consider Yourself Most Appreciated!!
I wanted to let you know that I'll never forget how much you helped in pulling the reception off ~ as well as helping me in general with my other problems above and beyond the food (which by the way was wonderful!)
Always your friend, Evelyn
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Thanks - you guys are doing a fantastic job and we keep spreading the word. I'm having a meeting with a team of Admin's and I've highlighted Critic's Choice. We appreciate all you are doing to keep costs down and the specials you advertise, etc. Keep up the good work.
Thank you, C Robbins, Program Support Manager,
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From Betty Skidmore:

Hi Michelle,
Your people and food were absolutely great. All of our guests are raving about the food, its presentation and the service. Exceptional, all of it. The party for my parents 60th Anniversary was a really great event for them and their friends. I kind of got roped into being the MC, so I did get a plug in for you. Thank you for working with us; you sort of had to massage us into being okay with spending $5000 on food for 100 people. We're almost to the place where we think it was worth it! We will definitely be recommending Critic's Choice to all. Thanks so much.
Betsy Skidmore

Client testimonial from Bronwyn and Sonny. Debbie & Steve
09/30/2008

From Bronwyn & Sonny:

Hi Carol,
Thank you so much for these photographs! I haven't yet seen our pictures from our photographer, so this was my first chance to see shots of the room before the guests came.

I can't even tell you how perfect the entire day was for us. You and your staff made everything so beautiful, and I have gotten nothing but compliments on how nice everything looked. The best part was that I didn't have a thing to worry about that day and I cannot thank you enough for working with us to make the whole day so wonderful.

I do have to say though that I only plan on having one wedding!! Once is most certainly enough. I can't believe it's all over, now what am I going to do with all my free time!

Thank you so much, and take care.
Bronwyn

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Dear Carol,
Thank you for being such a good friend during the whole ordeal - you are better than a mom because you "GET IT!!!" I hope you have a wonderful vacation. :) Debbie

Client testimonial from St John Fisher
09/30/2008

From: Michelle Escutia
St John Fisher School Spring Fundraiser 2007
Sent:March 12-2007

Carol,

Once again, you and your staff were fabulous! All I heard on Sunday and Monday was how INCREDIBLE the food was, how nice YOU were and what a fabulous night it was. The prime rib station received nothing but the highest praise! The desserts were a huge hit....but I didn't get to taste it...our Monsignour LOVED the white chocolate with strawberries, the chicken cabbage salad was also a big hit, apparently the curry was also quite appetizing on the mashed potatoes.

I heard people say that they really liked all the appetizers (I, of course, only ate the tenderloin.... which I did eat quite a few)!

All in all - it was a great night! We have only received praise, I have not heard anything negative from anyone who attended! Thanks a ton!

Michelle Escutia

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From: Marlise Boland
St John Fisher School Spring Fundraiser 2008
Sent: Feb 11-2008
Subject: Great Nite!

Hey Carol,
Well, I think we hit another home run! It was a fantastic evening. Great comments all around. Mrs Hudani was especially over the moon about it all.

I got all my decos back! Thanks for coordinating that. And thanks again for a fantastic affair. Everyone loved the food choices. I finally got to try my favorite Shepherd's Pies, Bangers and FAJITAS! Yum!
We loved it all
Talk Soon
Marlise Boland

Client testimonial from Pam Mendoza
09/30/2008

Dear Critic's Choice and Janel,
Just wanted to share some thoughts I have about your catering service.
We had the pleasure of having Janel work with us on our daughter's reception. First of all we didn't give Janel much time, but she managed to take care of all of our needs. Since we are from out of town, we only met a couple of times so most of our contact was through email or phone. She was always very helful, but most of all very professional.

Janel holds your company with the highest regards and represents you with the professionalism your company deserves. So needless to say; Critic's Choice went above and beyond any of our expectations, Janel and her staff were wonderful. Every need was taken care of and we were able to just relax and enjoy the reception and our guests.

The food was great and very tasteful; the presentation of the food looked very elegant and regal. Everyone had nothing but good things to say about the job done by the catering company. Of course we were quick to pass the credit to Janel and Critic's Choice. If in the future we were to hold another event, I would not hesitate to hire Critic's Choice and Janel to be our coordinator.

Thank you and please let Janel know how much we appreciate all she did to make our daughter's wedding day extra special!

Sincerely,
Pam Mendoza

Client testimonial from Laura Griffin Hanley
09/30/2008

Hi Janel,

Thank you for helping to make our wedding reception on January 4th exceed Dean and my expectations. Everyone raved about the food and the room looked beautiful.

Do you have any pictures of the room before the guests arrived? I never got to see the room before it filled up with people.

Thank you for all your help. I know my daughter Anna is looking forward to working with you on her reception for later this year.

Laura Griffin Hanley

Vendor recommendation from Vini's Party Rentals
11/07/2008

Critic's Choice is great to work with they are very professional.

Vendor recommendation from In The Pink Weddings & Events
03/25/2009

The Critic's Choice crew knows how to throw a party! Great food at great prices... a tasty choice indeed.

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Vendor recommendation from Amy Ling Events

Everyone at Critic's choice is just so professional and courteous! They're a breeze to work with and most important of all, the food is just absolutely AMAZING... what can I say, they're definitely my preferred vendor!! Go Critic's Choice!!

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Vendor recommendation from The Sepulveda Home

Critic's Choice Catering goes above and beyond to satisfy the likes and needs of our engaged couples.Their professionalism and friendly approach is highly appreciated by our staff. We are completely confident in their ability to please our brides. Not to mention, the food is EXCELLENT!!!

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Vendor recommendation from Newport Coast White Dove Release

Every detail will exceeded your expectations. I can't imagine a better location. The food is amazing, the staff very non-intrusive with us all having been to so many different weddings, from informal to black tie, all sorts of vendors, this was definitely the most efficient, beautiful, and relaxing location & service.

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Vendor recommendation from APC Entertainment- Allan Cason

I have worked with Locations by Kaycie and Critic's Choice Catering so many times that I've lost count. It is always a pleasure to work alongside them. The staff is highly professional, always neat, and very friendly and accomodating. The food? There is NONE BETTER!! If you want your event to run smoothly so that you can actually ENJOY your special day, Locations by Kaycie & Critic's Choice Catering are the absolute best way to go. Allan P. Cason (Owner)APC Entertainment

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Vendor recommendation from Pan-A-Cea Steel Drum & Calypso Band

This vendor provides superior service! Their friendly manner, high quality and consistent attention to their clients needs is obviously one of the many services that puts them at the top of our list!

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Vendor recommendation from In The Pink Weddings & Events

When hiring a caterer for a client, there are a few things I look for- delicious food, limitless menu options, beautiful presentation and a friendly & professional staff... Critics Choice has it all! They really work to develop a menu that is perfect for my clients tastes (and dietary restrictions!), and even throw in some creative options that we may not have thought of that are to die for. They're flexible, arrive on time, and the staff is so attentive and helpful. I'm looking forward to working with them again and often!

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Vendor recommendation from Rancho Palos Verdes Flowers

Food and service, absolutely fantastic. From 1 to 10, we give them a 10+.

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Vendor recommendation from Vini's Party Rentals

Locations By Kaycie and Critic's Choice Catering is full service company. They are very professional and great at what they do. We highly recommend them for all your catering needs. They are the best !!!

About Critic's Choice Catering and Locations by Kaycie

 


Just like the perfect marriage; Locations By Kaycie and Critic’s Choice Catering
make the ideal pairing for a Perfect Venue and Wonderful Event Catering, enriching
the treasures in your collection of life long memories - - -

Since 1984 countless couples have entrusted their special day to the
Critic’s Choice Catering professionals; and very often our couples get to enjoy our
services again in a more relaxed role - as guests at someone else’s wedding for
example! Oh how we love those referrals! 

Locations By Kaycie is here to help you choose the ideal spot for your
special day, with Critic’s Choice as your caterer!

Locations By Kaycie continues to add wonderful venues in and around Los Angeles;
recent additions include a giant ballroom in Los Angeles, a 1929 Louisiana French
Colonial estate, a beautiful shady garden with a chapel near the Pacific Ocean, a
couple of wonderful galleries; a trendy warehouse, and a private garden tucked into
the hills of Palos Verdes.  We are excited that these will most certainly be the ideal
choice for many happy couples starting their collection of life long memories.


Please browse our gallery below 
Visit us online at www.criticschoicecatering.com
See what others have said about us at Projectwedding.com
Find us at The Sepulveda Home (also on this fourm)
Contact us directly critics4catering@aol.com

 

FAQ for Critic's Choice Catering and Locations by Kaycie

What catering services do you provide?
Buffet, Cocktail Reception, Family Style, Hors d'oeuvres - Displayed, Hors d'oeuvres - Passed, Plated, Stations
What bar services do you provide?
Limited Bar, Open Bar
What alcohol services do you provide?
Champagne Toast, House Beer, House Wine, Premium Liquor, Specialty Beer
What types of cuisine do you cater?
American (New), American (Traditional), Asian, British, Cajun, Caribbean, Chinese, Creole, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin American, Mediterranean, Mexican, Southern, Southwestern, Spanish, Thai
Do you accommodate dietary needs?
Gluten Free, Lactose Free, No Pork, Organic, Vegan, Vegetarian
What is your maximum catering capacity?
1000
What service does your venue provide?
Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner
What settings does your venue provide?
Indoor, Outdoor - Covered, Outdoor - Not Covered
Describe your venue:
Banquet Hall, Boat / Yacht, Government Building, Historic Site, Manor Home, Mansion, Museum, Place of Worship, Rustic (Farm/Field), Winery / Vineyard
What religious affiliations does your venue serve
Christian (no denomination), Christian - Baptist, Christian - Catholic, Christian - Episcopalian, Christian - Lutheran, Christian - Methodist, Christian - Presbyterian, Evangelical, Jewish
Do you have onsite catering?
Yes
What types of cuisine does your venue specialize in?
British, Cajun, Caribbean, French, German, Italian, Latin American, Mediterranean, Mexican, Spanish
Do you allow outside catering?
No
Do you offer an on-site wedding consultant?
Yes
Do you have a liquor license?
Yes
Do you offer valet parking?
Yes
Is there handicap access?
Yes
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
Do you have a site fee?
Yes
Are there any special characteristics about this venue such as scenery or architecture?
Critic's Choice Catering and Locations By Kaycie work together to help you create your perfect wedding day! We offer many beautiful venues to choose from in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas including Malibu, Orange County and beyond. Watch the Boats in the Marina, Wiggle your toes in the sand; Walk along tree lined pathways; Savor the romance of your first dance in an elegant private banquet room dimly lit by a chandelier; Step back to days gone by in room full of vintage cars; or a Louisiana Colonial Style Estate; say I DO overlooking the Pacific Ocean or in a trendy loft in Downtown LA. These and many more are your options when you entrust your wedding day to Critic's Choice and Locations By Kaycie.
How does your venue determine the cost of the space?
Most venues charge for a block of time which is usually enough to accommodate setup, the event and breakdown. Extra time is available if needed.
Do you offer any special services?
Yes! We've done the leg work so you don't have to. We work exclusively with Critic's Choice for Catering and Event Production. Our custom services allow for simple to elaborate participation on our part. We maintain valuable relationships with our very favorite wonderful vendors who have proven beyond a shadow of a doubt. Our locations service continues to add new and exciting venues for all sorts of party needs.
Do you offer any special packages for rehearsal dinners?
Yes. Discounts are offered on additional events booked around the wedding celebration, ie:, showers, rehearsal dinner, farewll brunch.
Do you offer additional items for the ceremony?
For your one of a kind outdoor wedding, we can arrange for a wedding arch or Chuppah draped and decorated, seating, PA system, runners, heating, or parasols for those hot sunny days. All requests considered.
Do you rent other items such as linens, tables, or flatware?
Yes, absolutely! We work closely with our favorite vendors for all of these.
What is your staff-to-guest ratio?
Varies according to food service style; buffets, short plate bars; interactive dinner stations, full service sit down. cocktail parties.
Do you require clients to use a specific list of vendors?
No. To clarify, Locations By Kaycie uses Critic's Choice Catering exclusively, but we also offer our preferred list of exceptional vendors as needed.
Do you require the client to use your musicians? If you do not require this, is that an additional fee to bring in one's own musicians?
No requirements.
Do you have any special side rooms that can be rented out for the occasion?
Yes.
Can the client provide their own alcohol if desired?
Yes, at most sites.
How many power outlets does the venue have?
As many as needed.
What restrictions (if any) on decorations?
Each site has it's own requirments and limitiations.
What restrictions (if any) on photography?
None.
What restrictions (if any) on videography?
None.
What restrictions (if any) on music?
Varies with each site.
What restrictions (if any) on attire?
None.
What restrictions (if any) on noise levels?
Varies.
If your site is in a public location, is the client required to get any permits?
At public locations, yes.
Does your venue often accommodate more than one event at a time?
No.
Do you offer security, if requested?
Yes.
What is your dress code?
For guests - appropriate attire for the event.
For staff - uniform.
Can you provide a coat check?
Yes.
Describe your bathroom facilities:
Varies. Some are simple, others have dressing areas.
Describe your parking facilities:
Varies. Some sites have ample parking for all guests, others require valet or bus service. ask for details when you call. 310-214-8099 or 310-545-1144
What is the maximum capacity of your venue?
1000

Deals for Critic's Choice Catering and Locations by Kaycie

The Sepulveda Home
Deal does not expire
Critic's Choice - Exclusive caterer for the beautiful Sepulveda Home. Find our Sepulveda Home menus at http://www.sepulvedahome.com/Catering.html
BRIDES! GET $100 OFF!
Expires on 12/31/10
Book your wedding with Critic's Choice Catering and receive $100 off your dinner menu! Booking deposit must be received by December 31 2010. Accounting enter line item: WeddingWireBride100
For the Bride and Groom - Free Tasting with Consultation!
Expires on 12/31/10
Congratulations on your engagement! Your free consultation and tasting can be combined with one other offer. Charges may apply for additional tasting and specific menu selections. Please ask for details.

Events for Critic's Choice Catering and Locations by Kaycie

WSEA BRIDAL FAIRE
10/27/10 - 10/27/10
This gives you the opportunity to come to a Bridal Show and experience the help of professionals
LA Harbor Berth 76
San Pedro, CA 90731
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