Even the most skilled entertainers can use a helping hand when hosting. Whether in the kitchen or behind the bar, this list of local vendors can help you focus on what really matters once the guests arrive.
Catering
Water Street Catering
With over 20 years of experience in perfecting the art of taking events from ordinary to unforgettable, Water Street’s catering services allow clients to create packages with a custom menu, bar service, action stations and more. waterstmarketcc.com | 361.882.8696
Beauty & the Bistro
This catering service has been serving the Coastal Bend since 2001. It has built a reputation for helping clients execute stress-free events with options ranging from breakfast spreads to buffet dinners for gatherings of any size. beautyandthebistro.com | 361.881.8500
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Bien Mérité
Bring the luxury of French fare to your home gathering with the help of Bien Mérité. Whether you’re looking for decadent desserts, croissant sandwiches, charcuterie boards or a sweet croissant box, the catering menu is here to serve. bienmerite.com | 361.334.0241
USS Chefs & The Galley Bistro and Bakeshop
From business lunches to weddings and smaller-scale events, this catering service offers flavorful dishes, stunning grazing boards and indulgent desserts to make every event unforgettable. usschefsllc.com | 361.317.1566
Diamond Point Catering
Diamond Point specializes in creating custom menus for events of all sizes, offering exquisite food, exceptional service and a personalized touch to make any occasion memorable. diamondpointcatering.com | 361.884.1399
Roasted Clove Catering
Elevate your event with Roasted Clove Food Co., a premier caterer serving the Coastal Bend. From curated regional menus to custom creations by owner Chef Mark Pulich, its fresh, flavorful dishes ensure an unforgettable dining experience tailored to your tastes and budget. roastedclovefoodco.com | 361.704.6187
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JalaPéna’s Salsa & Catering
From private dinner parties to custom menus, owner/chef Alissa Peña offers a variety of globally inspired dishes. This full-service catering company prides itself on providing the freshest ingredients, stunning displays and a highly seasoned staff. jalapenassalsa.com | 361.500.9531
Chef Keli Hughes
Chef Keli of Salty Sea Kitchen offers fresh, scratch-made and customized seasonal menus, bringing gourmet, healthy cuisine and personalized fine dining experiences to the comfort and privacy of your home or location, with options for every type of event. saltyseakitchen.com | 361.777.6570
Bars/Cocktail Services
Juan Manuel Bar Services
With a motto of “you mix, I mingle,” you’re sure to have a good time when Juan Manuel is behind your bar. Offering custom cocktail menus and bar management for a high-end clientele, Juan Manuel Bar Services brings over 10 years of mixology experience to your gathering. @jmbarservices
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Ole’ Swayback
This mobile event company brings unforgettable moments to life with a stylish horse trailer bar converted from a 1970s trailer — offering unique charm for any occasion — plus satellite bars for smaller events, serving everything from beer and wine to custom cocktails. oleswayback.com | 719.355.6343
CC Liquor Catering
From backyard gatherings to black-tie affairs, this liquor catering service travels across Texas, offering alcohol catering, bartending services and even margarita machines for a festive addition to your event. ccliquor.com | 361.688.0180
Charcuterie/Desserts
Jennifer Rose Custom Cookies LLC
Wow your guests with customized cookies to suit your party theme. Flowers, disco balls, fruit, your favorite TV characters — if you can dream it, Jennifer Rose can bake it. @jenniferrose.cc
A+ Cookies
There are so many creative ways to utilize custom cookies when entertaining. Sure, they’re a delicious dessert, but they also make for inventive name cards on your table, an extension of your decor or sweet party favors. A+ Cookies, with its precision and detail, is a wonderful local option to bring these ideas to life. apluscookiescc.com | @apluscookiescc
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CK Confections
Always fresh, always made from scratch — that’s the CK Confections guarantee. Owner Codie Mooney creates customized cakes, cupcakes, cookies, cake pops and sweet gift boxes to help your event end on a sweet note. @coastalconfections.cc
Lucy’s Snackbar
As a lover of entertaining herself, Lucy’s Snackbar co-owner Jessica Gignac knows how to help feed your guests with intention. Charcuterie boards are her bread and butter, though she’ll work with clients to customize just about anything your party needs. @lucyssnackbar | 361.299.5040
Party Pops CC
In the warmer months, surprising guests with homemade, gourmet paletas is the way to go. Party Pops CC will bring its paleta cart, which you can customize with a special decal, to your event with various flavors to choose from. @partypopscc
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Carcuterie
Carissa Mora of Carcuterie takes the art of grazing boards to the next level. Whether you’re looking for party favor snack boxes, a full dessert table or a charcuterie table with your name spelled out, the result is photo-worthy and delicious. @carcuterie.cc
Charcuterie & Co. LLC
From individual charcuterie cups to grazing tables spanning several feet, there’s no combination of meats, cheeses and accouterments too big or small for Charcuterie & Co. @charcuterie_co
Snackin’ Party Bar
This traveling dessert bar brings the fun with a mini donut bar, sweet and sour paleta bar and a variety of other treats, making every event a little sweeter and a lot more fun. @snackinpartybar | 956.579.8144
