The Company:Based in Oakland, CA, Southern in the City is a full service catering company. Believing in true Hospitality, our company will ensure that every detail of your party, meeting, reunion, wedding or special event is handled with impeccable professionalism, quality and service. We are committed to producing the very best experience for you and your guests. Serving the Bay Area for nearly 3
0 years, our clients include Celebrities, Office Officials, Clergyman, your everyday worker and "You". Born in New Orleans, Hazel spent her early years in Baton Rouge, LA. At the age of 5, Hazel migrated with her family to Oakland, CA. It was here that she began to hone her skills by using her family for her creative experiments at the tender age of 7. After graduating from high school, Hazel, enrolled in College to study law. After having an epiphany in class, she realized that this was not her passion and decided to follow her dreams of becoming a Chef. While in Culinary Class, Hazel enjoyed baking for the school's Bistro and decided to pursue Baking as well once she finished the Culinary Department. Once there, Hazel began mastering chocolate art , sugar art, decadent candy, delicious breads, danishes, and delectable desserts. Graduating with degrees in Hotel & Restaurant Management, Associate Degrees in both Culinary, Baking, as well as Liberal Arts and Social Science. MenusWe offer the best breakfast, lunch and dinner catering packages, a variety of themed cuisine buffets, hors d’oeuvres and delicious desserts for any size. We have something to please every palate and budget. We offer the following Cuisines:African, American, Asian Fusion, Chinese, French, Indian, Italian, Mexican, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Southern.INITIAL PLANNING- Consultations are given with clients to establish the type and style of event for which they are looking. Let our expertise guide you through the process, ultimately arriving to the event that reflects your style. Our catering and event coordinator will assist you with all stages of the planning, site suggestions and visits as well as creating a menu to fit your taste and budget. To further assist in the decision making process, in person consultations are strongly encouraged.THE PROCESS- After a menu is established, we’ll deliver an accurate cost proposal stating all that is needed for your event. We strive to make our proposals easy to understand, clearly laid out and easy on the pocketbook! All costs are stated and there will never be any “hidden” surprises. Prior to finalization of the actual menu, price ranges are used to give clients an idea of what the event can cost from the lowest to the highest dollar amount.When selecting a caterer for your next corporate or private event you want to know the food is the very best, the décor is creative and your guests will be suitably impressed. Perhaps more than anything you want to be assured all the details have been taken care of and everything will come off without a hitch. With Authentic New Orleans Flare, let Southern in the City cater your next event because "Every Meal is a Celebration ".
