Catering By Design

Catering By Design Catering by Design is a well-loved award-winning catering company serving the greater Raleigh ... Your menu or ours we will work within your budget.

Catering by Design is a well-loved award-winning catering company serving the greater Raleigh area of North Carolina. We have over 30 years of experience in corporate, social, wedding catering and party planning. We are known for our flexibility, affordability, excellence in food and service that moves our customers to send thank you notes time after time. Schedule an appointment today!

Good food makes every celebration better! 🎉   Today’s lunch buffet had something for everyone.👇🏽 🥗 Seasonal green salad ...
04/23/2025

Good food makes every celebration better! 🎉

Today’s lunch buffet had something for everyone.👇🏽
🥗 Seasonal green salad with carrots, cucumbers & tomatoes
🥫 House vinaigrette & homemade ranch
🥩 Pulled pork with hot sauce, Carolina BBQ sauce & tangy tomato BBQ sauce
🍗 BBQ chicken & fried chicken
🧀 Homemade macaroni & cheese
🥦 Green beans
🥖 Dinner rolls with butter

If you had to pick just ONE dish from this menu, what would it be? 👇

04/22/2025

Yes, we care about taste — but we care about this even more👇🏽

Because to us, catering isn’t just about great food (though we do that exceptionally well). It’s about creating an experience that makes people feel seen, celebrated, and cared for.

From the way we greet your guests to the tiniest detail on every plate — it all adds up to a moment that feels effortless, seamless, and unforgettable.

If you’re planning an event and want more than “just a meal,” we’d love to bring that experience to life for you. 🤗

Contact us today to book! ☎️

Happy Easter from our team at Catering By Design! 🐣🌸  May your day be filled with good food, great company, and plenty o...
04/20/2025

Happy Easter from our team at Catering By Design! 🐣🌸

May your day be filled with good food, great company, and plenty of sweet treats!

What’s on your Easter menu today? ⬇️

Celebrating 70 years of life, love, and laughter with a delicious meal! 🎉🎂  Here’s a peek at the menu:  🥗 Seasonal green...
04/18/2025

Celebrating 70 years of life, love, and laughter with a delicious meal! 🎉🎂

Here’s a peek at the menu:
🥗 Seasonal greens with carrots, cucumbers & tomatoes
🥔 Red-skinned mashed potatoes
🥦 Sautéed vegetable medley
🍗 Chicken Marsala
🐟 Lemon & garlic salmon
🥖 Dinner rolls

What’s the best meal you’ve ever had at a birthday party? 🎂👇

04/17/2025

3 essential questions to ask your caterer before signing. 🤔

Planning an event? Don't book your caterer until you've asked these crucial questions:

1️⃣ "What's included in your service package?"
From staff and equipment to setup and cleanup - know exactly what you're getting (and what might cost extra!)

2️⃣ "How do you handle last-minute changes?"
Weather shifts, guest count updates, or sudden dietary requirements - your caterer should have clear policies for adjustments

3️⃣ "Can you share recent client references?"
Nothing beats hearing from someone who's actually experienced their service!

💡 Pro Tip: Get everything in writing, including answers to these questions!

What other questions would you add to this list? ⬇️

We’re all about great food, but knowing our service made just as much of an impact? That’s what truly matters.  "Absolut...
04/16/2025

We’re all about great food, but knowing our service made just as much of an impact? That’s what truly matters.

"Absolutely incredible company... Every bit of the food was absolutely fantastic, but they shine even brighter on customer service." – J. Grant

Thank you, J. Grant, for your kind words! We believe that exceptional catering isn’t just about what’s on the plate—it’s about how you feel from start to finish.

Have you experienced our catering? We’d love to hear your favorite part! ⬇️

04/14/2025

Yes, we care about exceptional food. But we care about something even more important. 🤗

Because catering isn't just about creating delicious dishes (though we absolutely excel at that 😉).

It's about crafting moments that make every guest feel:

✨ Welcomed like family

✨ Celebrated authentically

✨ Completely taken care of

From our warm greetings to the artistic details on each plate, every element works together to create your perfect, stress-free event.

Planning something special? We'd love to help make it unforgettable! Let's connect 📞

Ariel & Jacob’s wedding menu was full of flavor and love! 💍✨   Wishing them a beautiful journey together.  Here’s a snea...
04/11/2025

Ariel & Jacob’s wedding menu was full of flavor and love! 💍✨

Wishing them a beautiful journey together.

Here’s a sneak peek at the menu:
🍍 Pineapple pork belly skewer
🍅 Caprese skewer with balsamic drizzle
🥓 Bacon-wrapped chicken bites with buffalo ranch
🥗 Baby greens with feta, fresh strawberries & candied walnuts
🥔 Rosemary roasted red potatoes
🥦 Fresh green beans with red peppers
🧀 Macaroni & cheese bar (toppings: gouda, bacon, green onions)
🍗 Chicken breast stuffed with bacon & gouda in roasted garlic cream sauce
🥩 Carving station: rosemary roasted prime rib of beef with au jus, horseradish & balsamic onion marmalade
🥖 Dinner rolls with butter

Drop a 💍 to congratulate the happy couple!

04/10/2025

We hear it at every event - guests can't stop raving about the flavors, presentation, and service. 😍

That's the Catering By Design difference! ✨

From our signature appetizers to show-stopping main courses, we create moments that turn your guests into our biggest fans.

Ready to be the host everyone's talking about? Let's make your next event unforgettable!

Contact us to start planning.📞

Celebrating new beginnings and big milestones with great food at Leviton’s Ribbon Cutting! ✂️  Here’s what we’re cooking...
04/09/2025

Celebrating new beginnings and big milestones with great food at Leviton’s Ribbon Cutting! ✂️

Here’s what we’re cooking up for this event:
🥗 Seasonal greens with tomatoes, cucumbers & carrots
🍗 Marinated grilled chicken (for salad)
🥗 House vinaigrette & balsamic vinaigrette
🍝 Penne pasta with portobellos & roasted peppers in basil cream sauce
🥢 Tofu stir fry
🥓 Bacon-wrapped chicken bites with buffalo ranch
🦀 Miniature crab cakes with lemon aioli
🌯 Spring rolls with Thai chili sauce

New space, new opportunities, and a menu to match!

What’s your favorite appetizer from this list? 🍽️

04/07/2025

Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes at a catering event? 🍽️💨

From prepping fresh ingredients to making sure every plate is picture-perfect, our team works hard to create an unforgettable experience.

Because when the food is great, the event is even better.

🎥 Here’s a peek at what goes on before your guests even arrive!

If you’re planning an event, let’s make it effortless (and delicious) for you.

DM us to get started! 📩

Celebrating Briley & Drian’s big day with an Italian-inspired feast! 🥂🍝   Wishing them a lifetime of love, laughter, and...
04/05/2025

Celebrating Briley & Drian’s big day with an Italian-inspired feast! 🥂🍝

Wishing them a lifetime of love, laughter, and delicious meals together.

Here’s what we’ll be serving:
🥗 Hand-tossed Caesar salad with grated parmesan
🍝 Penne pasta with portobellos & sundried tomatoes in basil cream sauce
🧀 Tortellini with peas & prosciutto in alfredo sauce
🥦 Sautéed vegetable medley
🍗 Hand-breaded chicken parmesan
🥖 Garlic bread

Drop a ❤️ to send your best wishes to the newlyweds!

04/04/2025
04/04/2025

Top wedding catering mistakes you need to avoid! 🚨 (Trust us, we've seen it all!)

Here's what can make or break your event's dining experience:

1️⃣ Underestimating portions - Nothing worse than running out of food mid-event!

2️⃣ Forgetting dietary restrictions - Always plan for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options

3️⃣ Poor timing - Food temperature matters! Nobody wants cold hot food or melted cold dishes

4️⃣ No backup plan - Weather changes? Equipment issues? Always have Plan B ready

5️⃣ Skipping the tasting - Never serve what you haven't tried yourself

💡 Pro tip: Working with experienced caterers helps you avoid these pitfalls entirely!

What's the worst catering mistake you've experienced at an event?

04/03/2025

A little wedding day secret...🤫💍

Our brides and grooms never leave empty-handed. Before the night ends, we send them off with a special take-home bag filled with:

🥂 A bottle of champagne
🍰 A slice (or two) of their wedding cake (if it’s not all gone😉)
🍽️ Leftovers from their reception meal

Because we know the last thing they had time for today was actually eating their own wedding food! 😂

Tag a couple who NEEDS this on their big day! ⬇️

Celebrating a well-earned retirement tonight with a spread that’s just as impressive as the career being honored! 🎉  Her...
04/03/2025

Celebrating a well-earned retirement tonight with a spread that’s just as impressive as the career being honored! 🎉

Here’s a glimpse at what our guests will enjoy:
🥪 Grilled mini boursin cheese sandwich with tomato basil soup shooters
🥓 Beef bulgogi skewers
🍊 Orange glazed pork belly on sweet potato chips with sriracha aioli
🥗 Chilled marinated grilled vegetables (mushroom, zucchini, red peppers, broccoli and squash)
🐟 Salmon with lemon butter, thyme & pepper
🥩 Rosemary roasted beef tenderloin with horseradish, whole grain mustard & balsamic onion marmalade
🥖 Petite pain dinner rolls

What’s one dish you’d want at your retirement party? 👇

Feeding business leaders today at the McKimmon Center! 🏢   Our Southern Comfort Menu is fueling important conversations ...
04/01/2025

Feeding business leaders today at the McKimmon Center! 🏢

Our Southern Comfort Menu is fueling important conversations and big decisions.

Here’s a sneak peek at the menu:
🧀 Homemade macaroni & cheese
🥬 Green beans
🍗 Memphis-style rotisserie bone-in chicken
🥩 Pulled pork with sauces & cole slaw
🍄 Grilled portobello with tomato basil
🥖 Dinner rolls

What’s your go-to comfort food?⬇️

We're excited to be starting the day right with the amazing students and faculty at Grove City College! 📚  Nothing fuels...
03/29/2025

We're excited to be starting the day right with the amazing students and faculty at Grove City College! 📚

Nothing fuels academic excellence like a proper brunch, and we're bringing our A-game today!

Check out this morning's spread that has students setting their alarms early:
🥔 Seasoned Hash Browns (crispy on the outside, tender on the inside!)
🧀 Four Cheese Egg Casserole (because one cheese is never enough)
🍗 Chicken & Waffles (the ultimate sweet-savory combo)
🥓 Crispy Bacon (because... bacon 😋)
🍳 Savory Sausage Links
🥖 Warm Biscuits with Butter & Jelly (southern comfort at its finest)
🍓 Seasonal Fresh Sliced Fruit with Sweet Yogurt Sauce (gotta balance those indulgences!)

Planning a special event for your campus? Let's make it deliciously memorable! 📞

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132 Kilmayne Drive
Cary, NC
27511

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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