Kampen's Catering

06/20/2026

Ever wonder why caterers ask for a final guest count well before your event?

It's not because we don't want to be flexible—it's because every change sets off a chain reaction behind the scenes.

When your guest count is finalized, we've already:
• Ordered food
• Created kitchen production schedules
• Secured staff
• Printed event details and invoices
• Planned prep days so fresh items are made at the right time
• Staged tableware and serving equipment

Even adding or removing just a few guests means updating recipes, prep quantities, staffing, tableware, event sheets, invoices, and kitchen instructions. Every change has to be communicated to multiple team members, and the more times something is changed, the greater the chance something gets missed.

That's why we ask for final guest counts 30 days before weddings and 10 days before most other catered events. It gives our team the time to do what we do best—prepare everything accurately, efficiently, and with the quality your event deserves.

We know unexpected things happen, and we'll always do our best to help when they do. But meeting those deadlines helps ensure your event runs smoothly from start to finish.

Thank you for helping us serve you well. 💚

06/09/2026

06/01/2026

You want a dessert table for your wedding or event? We can do that. 🧁🙌

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

As families and friends gather around tables, grills, and shared meals this weekend, we’re especially grateful for the freedoms that make those moments possible.

From all of us at Kampen’s Catering, thank you. 💚

05/20/2026

We catered a grad party this weekend where we were introduced to the Krackin Grape… and these were a hit! 🍇✨

They make different flavored tanghulu grapes that are frozen and dipped in candies and toppings. Such a fun and unique treat that had everyone talking (and going back for seconds 😅).

If you’re looking for something different to serve at your next gathering, definitely check out The Krackin Grape. So fun to see creative local businesses bringing new ideas to the event scene! 💚

05/13/2026

We’ve always encouraged people to book early… but this year, we really mean it. 💚

Our weekend schedule is fuller than we’ve ever seen, and we’re already booking weddings further out into 2027. We truly love that so many people trust us to be part of their big moments. At the same time, it’s hard when local customers reach out for reunions, anniversaries, graduations, or special celebrations, and we have to say we’re already booked to capacity.

If you’re planning a Saturday event between May and September of 2027 and know you’d like Kampen’s Catering to cater, it is not too soon to reach out.

The same goes for corporate Christmas parties and holiday events. We’ve booked more weddings into November and December than ever before, which means our winter weekends are already filling faster than usual, too.

If you have a date set, we’d recommend getting on our schedule ASAP. 💚

Thank you for continuing to support local and for keeping our team so busy doing what we love.