We recently ordered catering from Blue Heron Catering for an event and everything was outstanding. The food was fresh, made with whole foods, beautifully prepared, and delicious. Our guests were so pleased with the food — the chicken salad on mini croissants and the ham on sweet potato biscuits were the first to go, the roasted veggie triangles with Boursin on ciabatta were a wonderful vegetarian option, and the fruit tray was generous with ripe, flavorful fruit, and beautifully arranged. The smoked salmon platter was well received and added a touch of elegance to our event. It was served with thinly sliced cucumbers and lemons for a lovely presentation and smelled wonderful. It came with the right amount of toasted baguette & pumpernickel, and individual dishes of crème fraîche, egg, capers, and red onion. The assorted sweet treats were the perfect finishing touch- just the right variety and amount for our guests.
The service was just as great as the food. Our order was ready exactly at the time requested, and the team was incredibly efficient and helpful — they assisted me in getting everything to the car and ensured we had all the essentials, including plates, napkins, and serving utensils. Several of our guests asked who catered the event, and we were delighted to recommend Blue Heron.
Highly recommend Blue Heron Catering for fresh, high-quality food, thoughtful preparation, and warm, professional service. We have used their services several times before with success, and look forward to ordering...
Read moreA Complete Disaster — Do Not Hire Blue Heron Catering
Blue Heron Catering handled my son’s wedding, and the experience was absolutely unacceptable from start to finish. The staff was shockingly unprofessional and rude. I personally witnessed them removing plates from the trash near the food service area to reuse — an appalling and unsanitary practice. They were also serving food with their gloved hands instead of using proper utensils, and much of the food was served cold.
The so-called “Chesapeake chicken” had a terrible odor, and the charcuterie display was left sitting outside in 80-degree heat — a clear health hazard. To make matters worse, at the end of the event, their staff threw away the leftover wedding cake, cupcakes, the bride’s bouquet, and even the groom’s vow book — items that were deeply personal and irreplaceable.
We paid $10,000 for catering services and expected professionalism, sanitation, and care. Instead, we were met with incompetence and indifference. When we brought these serious issues to Blue Heron’s attention, their response was patronizing, dismissive, and full of excuses. Their attempt at “compensation” — a free anniversary dinner — was frankly insulting given the magnitude of their failures.
I would not trust Blue Heron Catering to handle even a small backyard event, let alone something as meaningful as a wedding. Their blatant disregard for food safety, client property, and basic professionalism was beyond disappointing — it was...
Read moreBlue Heron absolutely exceeded our expectations on our wedding day! From start to finish, everything was flawless. We received countless compliments on the hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour, and even more praise for the dinner — our guests couldn’t stop raving about the food.
Their bakery created not only a stunning and delicious wedding cake but also the sweetest custom cookies featuring our puppy’s face — such a thoughtful touch that meant so much to us.
The bartending service was incredible as well. The staff was professional, friendly, and kept the drinks flowing all night without a hitch. Everything was handled seamlessly, and the bar was a major highlight of the evening.
Working with Blue Heron was a breeze. Kendall and Susan were incredibly responsive, helpful, and communicative throughout the entire planning process, making everything feel easy and stress-free.
We truly couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. We highly recommend Blue Heron to any couple planning a wedding in their service area. Even our wedding coordinator was so impressed that she said she’ll be recommending them to future clients...
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