Catering By Design

Catering By Design Catering by Design is a well-loved award-winning catering company serving the greater Raleigh area of North Carolina. Schedule an appointment today!

Catering by Design has proudly served Cary, Raleigh, and Durham for over 25 years. ๐ŸŽ‰

From weddings to corporate events, we've got you covered! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

WeddingWire Couples' Choice + WRAL Employer of the Year 2025. ๐Ÿ†

Call 984-468-5550 to book! We have over 30 years of experience in corporate, social, wedding catering and party planning. We are known for our flexibility, affordability, excellence in fo

od and service that moves our customers to send thank you notes time after time. Your menu or ours we will work within your budget.

12/12/2025

Stress-free events start here. ๐ŸŽŠ

You dream it, we plan it, cook it, serve it, and clean it up. All you have to do is show up and enjoy. ๐ŸŽŠ

That's the Catering By Designยฎ difference.

๐Ÿ“ž Ready to stop stressing? Call us at (919) 444-8341 to book your stress-free event.

Thanksgiving in December? We're here for it! ๐Ÿฆƒ  Bringing all the holiday classics to Ajinomoto's Thanksgiving Reception....
12/11/2025

Thanksgiving in December? We're here for it! ๐Ÿฆƒ

Bringing all the holiday classics to Ajinomoto's Thanksgiving Reception.

Here's the lineup:
๐Ÿง€ Homemade mac & cheese with breadcrumbs
๐Ÿฅ” Sweet potato casserole
๐Ÿซ˜ Fresh green beans with red peppers
๐Ÿฆƒ Slow-roasted turkey with homemade gravy
๐Ÿฅฉ BBQ beef brisket
๐Ÿฅ– Dinner rolls

Which dish would you go back for seconds on? ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฝ

12/10/2025

DIY catering: cheaper or just exhausting?

Let's break it down:

๐Ÿ›’ grocery store trips (multiple)
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ rental equipment
โฐ hours of prep time
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿณ cooking on event day
๐Ÿงน cleanup afterward
๐Ÿ˜ฐ the stress of doing it all yourself

By the time you add it up, you're not saving as much as you think. And you definitely aren't enjoying your own event.

We handle everything from setup to cleanup so you can actually be present for the moments that matter.

๐Ÿ“ž Call us at (919) 444-8341 to get a quote for your next event!

Kara, thank you so much for these kind words! ๐Ÿ’•  Your wedding was such a joy to be part of, from that first tasting all ...
12/09/2025

Kara, thank you so much for these kind words! ๐Ÿ’•

Your wedding was such a joy to be part of, from that first tasting all the way through to watching your vision come to life. Our team loved working with you, and hearing that the food and presentation hit the mark means everything to us. ๐ŸŽ‰

Reviews like this remind us why we do what we do. We're so grateful you trusted us with your big day! โœจ

Planning your own wedding or special event? ๐Ÿ“ž Call us at (919) 444-8341!

12/07/2025

Your dream vendors arenโ€™t waiting forever. Why should you?

It's time. โฐ

That caterer who takes 3 days to reply? The one who "will get back to you soon"? They're costing you the DJ you wanted, the venue you loved, and the photographer who's already booked.

Great vendors work with great vendors. When you secure your caterer early, they connect you with their trusted network. Everyone wins. ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ“ž Call us at (919) 444-8341 to lock in your date and get access to the best vendor network in the Triangle.

Game day vibes at Fortnight Brewery for Cary Orthopedics! ๐Ÿˆ  Holiday parties don't always have to be fancy. Sometimes yo...
12/06/2025

Game day vibes at Fortnight Brewery for Cary Orthopedics! ๐Ÿˆ

Holiday parties don't always have to be fancy. Sometimes you just need wings, sliders, and good company.

We're bringing:
๐Ÿ— Cajun & BBQ wings
๐Ÿฅฉ BBQ meatballs
๐ŸŒญPigs in a blanket
๐Ÿ” Cheeseburger sliders with all the fixings
๐Ÿ”ฅ Hot buffalo chicken dip
๐Ÿฅ• Fresh vegetables with homemade ranch

Planning your own holiday party? ๐Ÿ“ž Call us at (919) 444-8341!

๐Ÿ† Top 3  #1 Caterer in Cary, NC!  We're incredibly grateful to receive this BusinessRate recognition for 2025. This awar...
12/05/2025

๐Ÿ† Top 3 #1 Caterer in Cary, NC!

We're incredibly grateful to receive this BusinessRate recognition for 2025. This award reflects years of passion, dedication, and the trust our amazing clients place in us.

Thank you, Cary, for making us your choice for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations that matter. Your support means everything to our team! ๐Ÿ™

Here's to creating more unforgettable moments together! โœจ

An Italian feast for Triangle Smart Divorce's holiday lunch! ๐Ÿ  Sometimes the holidays call for comfort food with a litt...
12/05/2025

An Italian feast for Triangle Smart Divorce's holiday lunch! ๐Ÿ

Sometimes the holidays call for comfort food with a little Italian flair.

Here's what we're serving:
๐Ÿž Grilled Tuscan, pita & focaccia breads
๐Ÿซ• Hot spinach artichoke dip & spreads
๐Ÿง€ Imported & domestic cheeses
๐Ÿฅ— Baby mixed greens with mozzarella, parmesan & tomatoes
๐Ÿ Baked manicotti with spinach & alfredo
๐Ÿ— Hand-breaded chicken parmesan
๐Ÿฅ– Garlic bread

What's your favorite Italian comfort food? ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฝ

This holiday party menu is next level. ๐Ÿ”ฅ  We're bringing the gourmet appetizers to Kirschbaum, Nanney, Kennan & Griffin'...
12/04/2025

This holiday party menu is next level. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

We're bringing the gourmet appetizers to Kirschbaum, Nanney, Kennan & Griffin's celebration with dishes that'll have guests coming back for seconds (and thirds).

On the menu:
Hot spinach artichoke dip with pita points
๐Ÿ‘ Orange-glazed pork belly pineapple skewer
๐Ÿฅฌ Hot spinach artichoke dip with pita points
๐Ÿฅฉ Miniature beef wellingtons
๐Ÿค Ahi tuna on a wonton chip
๐ŸฅŸ Vegetarian pot stickers
๐Ÿ— Grilled chicken and mango in phyllo chips
๐Ÿฅ– Country ham on a miniature garlic cheddar biscuit

Ready to wow your guests at your next event? ๐Ÿ“ž Call (919) 444-8341 to create your perfect menu!

Starting December with a classic All-American Breakfast for the team at Electricities! โ˜•  There's something about a hot ...
12/01/2025

Starting December with a classic All-American Breakfast for the team at Electricities! โ˜•

There's something about a hot breakfast that just sets the right tone for a productive meeting.

Here's what's on the table:
๐Ÿณ Scrambled eggs
๐Ÿฅ“ Bacon & turkey sausage
๐Ÿง€ Cheesy grits
๐Ÿฅ” Breakfast potatoes
๐Ÿซ“Country biscuits with butter & jelly

What's your go-to breakfast item? Are you team sweet or team savory? ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฝ

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Catering By Designยฎ๏ธ! ๐Ÿฆƒ  Today is all about gratitude, good food, and great company...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Catering By Designยฎ๏ธ! ๐Ÿฆƒ

Today is all about gratitude, good food, and great company.

We're thankful for every client who trusts us to be part of their celebrations, every event that brings people together, and every opportunity to do what we love. ๐Ÿงก

We hope your day is filled with seconds (and thirds), laughter around the table, and all your favorite dishes.

What are you most thankful for this year?๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฝ

11/26/2025

Vows are forever, your menu should be unforgettable. ๐Ÿ’ซ

Your wedding is full of moments, but the menu is what lingers in memories. Donโ€™t risk it with a caterer who takes forever to respond or leaves you guessing.

Lock in a caterer whoโ€™s reliable, attentive, and makes your day seamless. Because when the food shines, everything else falls into place.

๐Ÿ“… Book your caterer early
๐Ÿค Work with a team that actually shows up
๐Ÿ’ฌ Enjoy stress-free planning

Make sure your guests remember the right things ๐Ÿ‘‰ 984-468-5550

Address

132 Kilmayne Drive
Cary, NC
27511

Opening Hours

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

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