Culinary Crafts

Business Details

42 Years

experience

Your Premier Catering Partner in Utah

Founded in 1984, Culinary Crafts has grown from a small family venture into Utah's premier catering company. Our journey began with a humble $600 investment and a passion for serving exceptional food. Over four decades, we've built a legacy rooted in family values, fanatical attention to detail, and a commitment to culinary excellence. With 27 Utah Best of State awards and international recognition, we specialize in creating unforgettable events that showcase Utah's evolving culinary identity. Our team of dedicated professionals works closely with clients to deliver personalized menus crafted from fresh local ingredients.

From intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate events, we blend innovative cuisine with impeccable service to make every occasion exceptional. Our exclusive venue partnerships and industry-leading expertise ensure flawless execution from planning to clean-up. We measure our success not by awards, but by the satisfaction of clients who trust us to elevate their special moments.

Services

Wedding Catering Corporate Events Social Gatherings Private Chef Service Venue Selection Event Planning Menu Customization On-site Catering National Event Support Custom Decor Packages

Details

Year established: 1984

Highlights and features

27-time winner of Utah's Best of State and multiple international catering awards
Third-generation family business with 40 years of culinary expertise
Preferred caterer at more Utah venues than any other provider
Experienced team of planners, chefs, and event specialists available
Commitment to sourcing fresh local ingredients from Utah producers

What people say

Exquisite menus Personalized service Unforgettable events Fresh local ingredients Dedicated team

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Services

Wedding Catering

Our specialized wedding catering service creates personalized dining experiences that reflect couples' unique love stories. With expert planners and award-winning chefs, we design custom menus using fresh local ingredients to match each couple's vision. From intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations, our team ensures flawless execution of every culinary detail while maintaining the highest standards of service and presentation.

Corporate Events

We elevate corporate events through sophisticated cuisine that reflects brand excellence. Our service combines innovative menu design with meticulous attention to detail for conferences, product launches, and business celebrations. Our experienced team manages all aspects of event catering, allowing clients to focus on making meaningful professional connections while we ensure exceptional food quality and service delivery.

Event Planning

Our comprehensive event planning service covers every detail from initial concept to final execution. With dedicated specialists for different event types, we handle venue selection, menu design, logistics coordination, and day-of management. Our venue directory includes Utah's most prestigious locations, and our team works closely with clients to create memorable experiences tailored to specific requirements and budgets.

Private Chef Service

This exclusive service brings our culinary expertise directly to clients' preferred locations. Our private chefs create customized menus for intimate gatherings, offering the same award-winning quality and presentation standards as our larger events. We provide complete service including food preparation, presentation, and cleanup, creating restaurant-quality dining experiences in personalized settings that impress discerning guests.

Social Gatherings

We specialize in transforming ordinary social gatherings into extraordinary experiences through exceptional food and service. Our team handles everything from casual backyard parties to sophisticated galas, offering menu customization that matches each event's theme and guest preferences. Our specialists work with clients to determine the appropriate level of service, from full-service catering with staff to self-service buffet options that maintain our high presentation standards.

People

Ryan Crafts

Owner

Co-owner and visionary leader with deep roots in Utah's culinary scene, Ryan brings decades of industry experience and a passion for exceptional hospitality to every event. His leadership focuses on maintaining the highest standards of service while innovating to meet evolving client needs.

Kaleb Crafts

Owner

Co-owner specializing in operations and culinary innovation, Kaleb combines traditional techniques with modern approaches to create exceptional dining experiences. With extensive experience in event logistics, he ensures smooth execution of complex catering requirements while maintaining the company's commitment to quality.

Mary Crafts

Founder

Company founder and matriarch, Mary established the family business with her husband in 1984. Her pioneering spirit and commitment to quality laid the foundation for the company's success. She continues to inspire the team with her dedication to exceptional service and attention to detail.

Brandon Roddy

Culinary Director

Award-winning Culinary Director overseeing all menu development and kitchen operations. With extensive experience in Utah's restaurant and catering scene, Brandon leads a team of chefs to create innovative menus that showcase local ingredients while maintaining the highest standards of presentation and flavor.

Meagan Price

Director of Marketing

Marketing leader responsible for developing strategic partnerships and managing the company's brand presence. With a deep understanding of Utah's event industry, Meagan focuses on connecting clients with exceptional catering solutions while maintaining the company's reputation as Utah's premier catering provider.

Questions

What types of events do you cater?

We cater all event types including weddings, corporate functions, social gatherings, private dinners, and special celebrations, tailoring our services to each client's specific needs.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes, our chefs create customized menus that include vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other specialty dietary options while maintaining exceptional flavor and presentation.

Do you provide venue selection assistance?

We offer exclusive venue directory access with preferred partnerships at Utah's most prestigious locations to help clients find perfect event spaces.

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance for weddings, with corporate events typically planned 3-6 months ahead to ensure availability.

What is included in your catering service?

Our comprehensive service includes menu design, food preparation, on-site service staff, equipment rental, and post-event cleanup for complete event convenience.

Do you offer tastings?

Yes, we provide personalized tasting sessions with our chefs to help clients experience our cuisine and finalize menu selections before their event.

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Matthew Hamby

Jun 13, 2022 Report

Phenomenal caterer. You don't just get superb food, which you absolutely do, you also get sterling service and attention to detail. Culinary Crafts is the best caterer in the state. I love working with these guys.

Tracy Ferguson

Sep 07, 2021 Report

Culinary Crafts catered our 100 person wedding for us at the River Bottoms Ranch. We appreciated the attention to details, willingness to tailor the menu to our needs, met guests dietary concerns, and flexibility to handle the wedding as it expanded from 50 to 100 people. The passed appetizers to the sit down dinner were all great including excellent service for our black tie affair. I'd rate it 10 out of 10!

Nikki Cantalupo

Mar 27, 2021 Report

I have been working with the Culinary Crafts team for a few years, specifically Amber. She is amazing to work with, always works with my budget, is creative with our options, extremely responsive and truly a pleasure to work with. The food and quality is great no matter what budget you have. I highly recommend using Culinary Crafts for your next catered event, or private dinner.

Donna Urban

Mar 20, 2021 Report

There are so many reasons to love Culinary Crafts, but I'll name my top 2! As a former wedding and event professional Culinary Crafts was my "go-to" caterer for my clients. As a current venue owner I am always delighted to see CC on the calendar for events here at the 4U Ranch for the same reasons I loved them as a planner: professional, lovely to work with, excellent food and service, and the assurance that every single event they do is perfectly executed from start to finish! I could not recommend this great company more.

Melanie Mitchell

Mar 03, 2021 Report

I am very particular about the catering company that our choose for our top leader retreat. Culinary Crafts has seriously been the first catering company that I have worked with that delivered 150% of my expectations (and I'm tough). From the planning, menu and service everything was done with such effort and provided such a great experience for our guests. I always say that I want the food to taste better than the description. the food far surpassed the description - again, first time ever!

Food and staff were the best ever! Additionally, I received quotes for two other catering companies - Culinary Crafts happened to less than the other quotes. Another bonus! I can't say enough great things about this incredible company.