How is Art of the Good Life different than other caterers?
Our exceptional food and flexible, professional service is incomparable. Chef Lynn Sheehan comes from San Francisco's finest restaurants; you and your guests will have the singular experience of a world-class chef designing a menu and creating a feast just for you. Our wedding coordinator, a professional stage manager in Los Angeles, understands every detail of event production.
We custom-create every event with care and attention. Instead of "cookie cutter" menus and corporate attitude, you receive the personal, intimate service you deserve at this magical time in your life.
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How do I get started?
Download our Free Online Wedding Planning Worksheet, and discuss it with your wedding team (such as financé, mother, maid of honor).
Then, contact our Event Coordinator, Patty Freedman, for a complimentary one hour consultation. Together, you will review your Wedding Planning Worksheet to define your wedding plans and needs.
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How much does it cost?
Pricing is based on style of service: buffet, multi-station buffet, or plated. We have wedding packages available. We would like to work with you to create an event that meets your needs.
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What is included?
Art of the Good Life Catering is a full service event company. We handle all of the food, rentals, staff and logistics.
Our Wedding Package includes:
Staffing for your five hour event
All set up and clean up
Ceremony:
White wood chairs for guests
Staffed soft drink bar
Gift/guestbook table
Reception:
Passed hors d’oeuvre
Buffet with main dishes and salads
Staffed bar with soft drinks
Guest tables, white wood chairs
Linens, glassware, silverware
Coffee and tea service
Cake table
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Should I have a wedding coordinator?
We require someone to be appointed as wedding coordinator to manage the event schedule, photographer, and all the details during your wedding. In our experience, it is better to hire a professional rather than someone in the bridal party so that you and your guests can enjoy the festivities -- and the details can be assured.
If you do not already have a coordinator, we will be pleased to refer you to a professional wedding coordinator.
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What festivities should I plan for my wedding?
In addition to your wedding ceremony and reception, consider these memorable celebrations:
- Pre-rehearsal Reception
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Five Course Rehearsal Wine Dinner
- Bridal Party Brunch
- Groom's Party Wine-Tasting Tour
- Bridal Shower
- Exclusive Honeymoon Wine Dinner
We specialize in creating events that bring family and friends together over fabulous cuisine and wines.
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What options do you offer?
For your reception, we offer a range of service options:
| Service Style |
Description |
| Plated |
Each course is individually plated and served; sometimes called "sit down" service. |
| Plattered |
"Family Style;" each table has platters of food to share. |
| Buffet |
Guests help themselves from one, two, or more buffet lines. |
| Passed Hors d'oeuvre |
Wait-staff circulate through the party with trays of individually prepared morsels. |
We will custom create the event of your dreams. What else can you imagine? From horse-drawn carriages, hand-made flower-twined chuppahs, flights of butterflies, to a celtic harpist, we will help you make your vision come true.
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What if I am a vegetarian?
Chef Lynn creates menus for all kinds of dietary preferences. The Mediterranean focus of our cuisine is traditionally based on the seasonal abundance of fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains. We don't simply remove the meat from the entreé -- each recipe is custom crafted for deliciousness.
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Event timeline?
We are flexible, and can meet your needs. Our Wedding Package includes five hours of event time; extended hours are available at a contracted hourly rate.
A sample timeline is:
1:30 Bride and Groom arrive
2:00 Pre-Wedding photos
2:30 Guests Arrive, Soft Drink Reception
3:00 Ceremony
3:30 Wedding Party Photos & Passed Hors d’oeuvre Service
4:15 Food & Beverage Service
5:00 First Dance
6:00 Cake cutting & Service
6:15 Toast to Bride & Groom
6:45 Bouquet Toss
7:30 Departure of the Bride and Groom
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Event locations?
Art of the Good Life Catering is the exclusive vendor for Historic Sand Rock Farm. We also do offsite events. Other events sites have included: Valencia Hall, The Bayview Hotel, David Bruce Winery, Post Ranch, Oakland Museum, Ralston Hall, Runnymede Sculpture Garden, and exclusive private homes throughout the Bay Area.
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How far in advance do I have to book?
Typically weddings and special events are booked a year in advance however we would be happy to expedite your party if you are working on a more limited timeline. Please contact us for availability.
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Recommendations for cake, florist, photographer, music, officiant, etc?
We work with an excellent group of professionals in the local area. We welcome working with new companies or we’d be happy to share our preferred vendor list with you when we book your event.
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