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Individually Portioned Catering for Meetings and Events

Travels to You 50-200 guests 4 hours Catering Catering
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Hosted by Greg

Google
4.5 stars
35 reviews
Yelp
4.7 stars
98 reviews

Description

Individually packaged corporate catering that makes group meals effortless. A Bay Area catering team working since 1992 prepares each meal as its own beautifully packed box, delivered ready to hand out at meetings, trainings, film sets, campus events, and celebrations across Silicon Valley, San Francisco, and the East Bay.

Included With This Package

  • Each meal individually packaged and clearly labeled
  • Menus drawn from a kitchen shaped by the region's many food cultures
  • Options across dietary needs, from vegetarian to gluten aware choices
  • Delivery coordinated to your schedule and headcount

Why Individually Packaged Works

  • No buffet lines, no serving utensils, no bottleneck at lunch time
  • Every guest gets a complete, composed meal of their own
  • Headcounts scale cleanly from a dozen boxes to several hundred

This team has spent every year since 1992 feeding the most food-aware corner of the country. Reviewers across two major platforms rate the work 4.7 stars on one and 4.5 on the other, and the praise repeats the same themes: food that tastes like someone cared, packaging that arrives organized, and a crew that shows up when they said they would. Individual packaging is the format guests quietly appreciate most, because everyone opens something complete instead of negotiating a shared table.

Questions Hosts Ask

  • Can boxes be labeled for dietary needs? Yes, meals are packed and marked individually
  • Do you handle large orders? The kitchen routinely produces for groups in the hundreds
  • What about delivery timing? The schedule is coordinated with you in advance and honored

How Booking Works

Share your date, headcount, and any dietary notes. The kitchen proposes a menu, you confirm the selections, and the boxes arrive ready to distribute. For recurring meetings or programs, the menu can rotate so the third order feels as fresh as the first.

Where We Work

Based in East Palo Alto, California, serving the wider Bay Area including Silicon Valley, the Peninsula, San Francisco, and the East Bay.

Good to Know

  • Hosting a wedding or formal dinner instead? The seated meal package brings full service
  • Pricing reflects the top tier of the published per-person range
  • Corporate programs, schools, and production crews are all familiar territory

Menus Shaped by the Bay

the years since 1992 in East Palo Alto means this kitchen grew up alongside the region's appetite: Mexican and Salvadoran lunch counters, Cantonese banquets, a wide range of spice traditions, and California produce all live in the repertoire. Boxed menus rotate through that range, so corporate catering programs that order weekly never plateau into sameness. Seasonal produce drives the sides, and the proteins are cooked the morning of delivery, never the night before.

Formats That Fit the Day

  • Breakfast boxes for early trainings and offsites
  • Lunch boxes that hold a composed entree, sides, and a sweet finish
  • Reception-style small bites packed individually for evening events

The Operational Details

Orders confirm with a written headcount and delivery window. Labels can carry guest names for assigned meals or simply mark the dietary lane. The drivers know the corporate campuses, school sites, and studios of the Peninsula well enough to find the right loading dock without a phone call, and event catering timelines are treated as commitments rather than estimates. If your program needs invoicing, recurring scheduling, or a standing weekly menu, all of that is routine here.

A Note on Pricing

This listing reflects the top of the published per-person range for the boxed format, so there are no surprises when the menu conversation gets specific. Larger orders and recurring programs are quoted against the same published structure.

For planners comparing formats, the boxed approach also travels: offsites in the redwoods, all-hands in a rented theater, and volunteer days in a park all take the same delivery without a kitchen on site.

If your event needs everyone fed well without a serving line, this is the cleanest way to do it. Send the date and headcount, and you will have a menu proposal quickly.

What's Included

Service Style for This Package:Buffet
Courses Included
DessertAppetizers

Cuisine And Menu

Meal Periods
LunchBrunchDinner

Licenses And Permits

Liquor License

Insurance And Contracts

Coverage Amount:Other
General Liability Insurance Liquor Liability Insurance

Delivery And Logistics

Event Locations Served
Residential homes

Weekly Availability

Monday
9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 11:30 PM

All times shown in PST

What this event offers

  • Box Lunches Box Lunches
  • Gluten Free Gluten Free
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian
  • Corporate Event Corporate Event
  • Custom Menu Custom Menu
  • Delivery Setup Delivery Setup
  • Delivery Delivery

Book Securely!

Secure & Trusted Bookings

Every event is verified for quality, so you can book with peace of mind.

Travels to Customer

Available for on-site service in these regions: East Palo Alto, CA

Cancellation Policy

Strict

  • Full refund: Up to 30 days before
  • 50% refund: 15-30 days before
  • No Refund: Within 15 days

Frequently Asked Questions

Are vendors vetted and insured?

Yes. All vendors are carefully vetted for professionalism, reliability, and quality of service. Where applicable, vendors carry appropriate insurance and can provide documentation upon request.

What exactly is included in this package?

Each package clearly lists what's included in the overview of the listing such as duration, guest minimum, staffing, equipment, venue (if applicable), setup, and cleanup. You can also add additional services like catering, bartender, DJ, decor, rentals, AV, or transportation during booking.

Is this event private?

Yes. All Events in Minutes packages are private unless clearly stated otherwise. Your group will not be mixed with other guests.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. Pricing is fully transparent. Before checkout, you'll see: Base package price, Guest count pricing, Optional add-ons, Service fee, and Taxes (if required). There are no surprise charges after booking. You get exactly what you are promised in the listing overview.

Can we customize this package?

Yes. You can adjust guest count based on the policy (where possible), add additional services, modify timing (where possible), and combine multiple packages. For larger or multi-service events, contact us for a tailored proposal.

What happens after you book?

You'll receive instant confirmation. The vendor then reviews your booking and approves, coordinates final logistics, and assists with add-ons or adjustments. One of our team members stays involved to ensure everything runs smoothly.

What is the cancellation or rescheduling policy?

Each package displays its cancellation window before booking. Rescheduling is often possible depending on notice. We aim to be flexible when adjustments are reasonable and communicated in advance.

Can this event take place at our office or chosen venue?

Many services can travel to your office or preferred venue. It is marked as 'Travels to You'. When applicable, select 'Travels to You' during booking in the filter. Please check building restrictions (alcohol, cooking, sound levels, etc.) and insurance requirements in advance. Most vendors can provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) if needed.

Is the date and time available?

Yes. If you can select a date and complete checkout with instant booking packages, the package is available. Some packages have request to book and vendors need to check and respond. In the rare case of a vendor emergency, Events in Minutes will provide a comparable replacement or offer a full refund. Your booking is protected.

Can you support large corporate events or multi-service bookings?

Yes. Events in Minutes supports corporate team-building, offsites & retreats, holiday parties, conferences, and private celebrations. You can bundle venues, catering, bar service, DJ, staffing, AV, and more into one seamless booking.

Suitable for: Anniversary, Holiday Party, Wedding, Birthday, Engagement, Milestone Celebration

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