Private Events & Catering
"…The quality of farm to table and organically sourced ingredients, many of which grown on their own farm, made the difference in taste and experience than our usual catering options…” - Ginny, Events Manager, Oakland See full review
At Farmhand, we work with you to create a culinary experience that brings our farm to your table. Starting from organic seeds, we grow the produce for our menus and you can taste the difference. This provides you and your guests with a singular dining experience. We cook for groups as small as two and as large as two hundred.
STYLE OF SERVICE
passed hors d’oeuvres
appetizer and dessert stations
multi-course plated menu
family-style
buffet and carving stations
TYPES OF EVENTS
private dinners
weddings
corporate parties
business meetings
cooking classes
vacation rental dinners
cocktail parties
“…Farmhand Kitchen performed above and beyond what I expected and certainly what I thought my budget could afford…” - Jenn, Private Events Coordinator, Menlo Park See Full Review
From our initial contact though menu planning and completing the final rental return, we work with you to create a dining experience that is exactly what you want and won’t soon be forgotten. Planning events can be stressful and feel daunting. We strive to make it fun by working with you from beginning to end. Here’s what you can expect when we work together:
PRE-EVENT
initial consultation - discuss major details including venue, guest count, date and approximate budget
collaborate on menu based on your specifications
complete seasonal menu and provide cost estimate
organize service and bar staffing
tour venue facilities (if needed)
wine consultation with wine director (if needed)
support rental coordination (if needed)
confirmation of final details
DURING EVENT
arrive two hours before event to set up and finish cooking
check in rentals to ensure proper delivery
set table and organize guest space
pour wine, cocktails and serve hors d’oeuvres for cocktail hour
serve multiple course dinner with wine service
communicate with you during the event about pacing
full clean-up after dinner
prepare and pack rentals for pick-up
POST-EVENT
follow-up with rental company
follow-up with you to ensure your satisfaction
“…I have hired the team for several events and been over the moon satisfied every time. They work with the finest and freshest ingredients and generate the most unique, incredible meals that can accommodate any dietary restrictions…Each time we host this event people are dying to know about the catering company and want to have them work their events…” - Ashley, Private Events Coordinator, San Francisco See Full Review