Catering Works

Catering Works is unique among our recommended food vendors. Not only do they have a well-earned reputation as one of the best Raleigh wedding caterers, but they also have amazing floral and dessert departments. This makes Catering Works a one-stop shop for lots of your wedding needs.

Catering Works is owned and operated by a team of sisters – President Jill Santa Lucia and VP Lorin Laxton. For nearly 30 years, these women have stayed cutting edge with a wide array of menus and services. They are also love giving back to the local community, and support many food related charities. They also implemented a green initiative, that ensures minimal waste and maximum recycling efforts and also places an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. Their outstanding service and reputation has even earned them the exclusive catering contract at the North Carolina Museum of Art.

Team Heart of NC Weddings has featured several of Catering Works creations in editorial shoots in our magazine, and they always blow us away. They always show up with the most creative and exquisite designs – from food to flowers. Beyond their obvious skills, this is a truly professional team that takes every project seriously. The result in working with Catering Works is a happy, easy wedding planning experience!

The Culinary Team

The culinary team at Catering Works is made up of creative innovators with professional training from distinguished institutions such as Johnson & Wales, The California Culinary Academy of San Francisco, and the Culinary Institute of America.  Founder Jill Santa Lucia is still heavily involved, alongside longtime Executive Chef Rich Carter.

The sales team is prepared and responsive and ready to guide a couple through the process of bringing their vision to life. The production team is courteous, professional, timely and accommodating. Our in house floral studio and design planning services set them apart from their competition.  Customer service is paramount to them, and the entire team works in harmony to ensure they meet and exceed their client’s expectations.

Pastry Team – Wedding Desserts & Cakes 

Everyone knows that one of the top Raleigh wedding caterers for nearly three decades is Catering Works. But did you know that they also have both WEDDING FLOWER and a WEDDING DESSERT branches?

The pastry team creates exquisite and sinfully delicious cakes and confections, here in Raleigh NC. Each creation is a unique work of art! They specialize in pastries, but can also do wedding cakes. A variety of flavors and fillings are available, and design details are always based on your personal preference and style. Add the wedding cake or dessert bar on to your package with Catering Works for ultimate planning ease.

The Catering Works One Stop Shop for Wedding Food, Flowers & Dessert in Raleigh NC

The Catering Works team recognized a need for more planning ease, which is why they created a floral division. Bloom Works has some of the most fierce talents in the local flower industry. Consider a food and flower package for convenience and savings. This one-stop-shop is a no-brainer!

Finally, Catering Works runs a lovely venue that is perfect for small weddings or rehearsal dinners, called The Laurelbrook. Want to check it out? Attend one of their chef dinners in Raleigh!