Catering Calgary Weddings & Events Since 1996
Recognized by the industry and trusted by customers for over 25 years as one of the best catering companies in Calgary.
Catering menus
Simply Elegant offers the best catering options for a variety of events. Check our packaged and custom catering menus for any event type in Calgary.
3-course dinner for $29/person
Enjoy this outstanding 3-course dinner prepared by our executive chef Bruce Breadner. View the menu and book your pick-up or delivery online.
Simply Elegant catered our wedding on August 28, 2021, and they were AMAZING!!
Wedding catering
Simply Elegant is one of the best wedding catering companies in Calgary. We cater to engagement parties, wedding receptions and dinners. We’re professional, experienced and put our customers’ needs first.
Check our menu packages and let us know if you’d like to customize.
View our wedding catering photo gallery. Read our customer testimonials. Learn about wedding catering from our Resources section.
Still have questions? Check our FAQs or send us a note.
Curious about what your wedding catering cost might be? Get a free quote. Tell us your wedding catering vision and let us help you create the best catering menu for your event.
Professional, prompt and perfect! I don’t look for anyone else anymore. I always call Simply Elegant!
Corporate catering
We cater to one-time business events and meetings, or regular breakfast and lunch catering. From value meals to exquisite plated dinners, we have a selection of menus to meet your business catering preferences.
We strive to be the best catering company in Calgary. View our customers’ testimonials. Read our corporate catering articles.
Still have questions? Check our FAQs or send us a note.
Request a free quote below to get a specific price for business catering for your next meeting or event.
The team was professional, caring and did everything possible to please.
Private party catering
We cater to private parties like birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers. Be it a backyard party, in-home catering or a small family party in your living room; we make your event special. Check our small party catering menu options including BBQ catering.
Check our holiday-specific packages:
- Christmas catering packages,
- Valentine’s Day dinner options,
- Easter Dinner,
- Mother’s Day Dinner.
Our aim is to be the best catering company in Calgary for every single clients. Read what our customers say. Check our private party catering ideas in articles.
Still have questions? Check our FAQs or send us a note.
Request a free quote and get the exact cost for your affordable private party catering.
Menu options
With every catering order (indoor or outdoor) you place, you help keep our business operating, build a stronger local economy and support our employees and their families.
Vegan and vegetarian catering options are available. Please let us know your preferences when you’re placing the order.
At Simply Elegant, our House Made philosophy means our chefs create the best catering options on our premises from fresh, local ingredients.
- We source produce from local farmers (Calgary and Alberta).
- We grow herbs, gourmet salad and microgreens in our in-house cultivator.
- We use sustainable seafood and meats.
Our partners include: Broxburn Farm, Glengarry Bison, Poplar Bluff Organic Produce, Alberta Cheese and Orchid Pastry.
Monthly Specials
Each month has a few special days. View the best catering options and prices to celebrate your special day. We are asking for patience and more time in placing your catering order of at least two business days.
Breakfast
Canadian Classic – $19.95 per person
Chive scrambled eggs, oven roasted potatoes, maple pepper bacon, grilled Spolumbo’s chicken apple sausage, mini croissant.
Simply Continental – $9.95 per person
Mini croissants, muffins, scones, Danishes & seasonal fresh fruit, farm butter, peanut butter & jams.
Yogurt Parfait – fresh berry compote, house made granola – $7.00 per person
Frittata bites – $3.00 per person
Banana Bread French Toast – $4.00 per person
Sugar Waffles – $5.00 per person
Scrambled Eggs – $3.00 per person
Bacon or Honey Ham – $3.00 (2 pc per person)
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Platter $ 4.25 per person
Cold Lunch Selection
Slow Roasted Alberta Beef Sandwich – $12.75 per sandwich
Aged cheddar, greens, horseradish aioli
Turkey Club – $12.95 per sandwich
smoked turkey breast, roasted garlic aioli, In-house smoked bacon, arugula, tomatoes, aged cheddar cheese
Classic Tuna – $12.50 per sandwich
with green leaf lettuce
Honey Ham & Gruyere $12.50 per sandwich
With butterleaf lettuce, & mayo
Muffoletta Sandwich – $12.75 per sandwich
genoa salami, prosciutto, mortadella, Swiss & mozza cheeses, queen & black olive tapenade
Simply Chicken Salad – $12.50 per sandwich
roasted pepper, green leaf lettuce
Classic Reuben – $12.50 per sandwich
Shaved peppered pastrami, sauerkraut, house-made Russian dressing on rye
Vegetarian – $10.50 per sandwich
grilled vegetables and halloumi cheese
May Lunch Features – $17.00 per person
Choice of: Bulgogi marinated Beef with Mushroom (g/f, d/f)
OR
Gochujang Chicken, onion, & zucchini (g/f, d/f)
OR
Kimchi Vegetable Stirfry – (Veg option) (g/f, d/f, v)
Steamed Koshihikari Rice
Garlic Steamed Chinese Broccoli
Choice of: Artisan Green & mandarin salad with citrus vinaigrette
OR
Asian Cabbage Coleslaw with Sesame dressing
June – Lunch Features – $17.00 per person
Choice of: Pollo Guisado -Braised chicken thigh in soffrito (g/f, d/f)
OR
Alberta Beef Birria – slow cooked beef in adobo (g/f, d/f)
OR
Stuffed Bell Pepper – rice blend, pinto beans, smoked tomato puree – (Veg option) (g/f, vegan available)
Long Grain Rice & Beans
Baby Romaine Salad – Roma tomato, red onion, sweet corn, feta, crisp tortilla, mango vinaigrette
Tostadas & Soft Tortillas
Add on Selections – per person
SALADS
Green Salad -Artisan lettuce, cherry tomato, carrot, watermelon radish, bell pepper, hibiscus vinaigrette. $4.25
Baby Romaine Salad – Roma tomato, red onion, sweet corn, feta, crisp tortilla, mango vinaigrette -$4.25
Gnoccheti Pasta Salad – grilled asparagus, peas, Asiago, pesto vinaigrette – $4.25
Asian Cabbage Coleslaw with Sesame dressing – $4.25
Thai Noodle Salad with sesame dressing – $4.25
Rainbow Salad with mango & cashew – $4.25
House cooked Kettle Chips – $2.25
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Platter – $4.25
Cookie Platter – $2.75 per person –(1 pc)
Squares, Tarts & Mini Cakes – sweet array of scrumptious cakes, sinful brownies and irresistible squares (2pc) -$4.95
Mason Jar Desserts – Salted Caramel Buddino, Rum Chata Limon Cheesecake, Fruit bottom Panna Cotta $8.95
Please note
Includes chafing dishes for warming and service utensils
Minimum order is for 8 people
Orders must be received by 12:00pm two business days prior
GST and delivery not included
Frequently asked questions
What’s the catering cost in Calgary?
Price of catering (like price of a car, for example) depends on a great number of things. It includes things like your party size, date and time of the event, service staff requirements, etc. Check our catering menus and let us know if you’d like to customize.
Where can I find the catering menu?
All of our menus are posted online and are updated regularly. Make sure to check our monthly specials section.
Do you offer tastings?
Yes, once we send you a quote (request a quote) and you like what you see, we can certainly sit down to discuss the details and have a tasting at the same time.
Do you require a deposit?
Yes for large events, we require a 35% non-refundable deposit to secure all services for you.
Do you have an environmental policy?
We are committed to environmentally sustainable practices in our work place. We have a full recycling and composting program at our kitchen. Learn more.
Do you have pricing for children’s meals?
Yes, children under 3 eat for free and children between the ages 3 and 8 get 50% off their meal.
When do I need to place my order?
We usually require 48 hour notice for orders; however, we will always try to help out on short notice as long as we have the resources available.
What are my payment options?
Our preferred method of payment is Electronic Fund Transfer or cheques, but we also accept all major credit cards.
Do you offer gluten free options?
Yes, we can prepare most food items gluten free, please ask us about this when placing your order.
Do you charge for cake cutting?
No, we don’t charge a cake cutting fee, only for the rentals for plates and forks.
Do you charge gratuity?
No, we don’t pre-charge gratuity. We leave that to our clients’ discretion.
Are the menus posted on the website customizable?
Yes, all menus are ideas and suggestions only and can easily be changed to your liking.
Are chaffing dishes included?
Depends, casual events; hot food comes in tinfoil, cold food on disposable platters. Quality events are presented a whole lot nicer.
Do you supply servers and bartenders?
Yes, servers are $35/hr and bartenders are $35/hr for a minimum of 4 hours including travel time.
I have other questions—who do I contact?
Our team will be happy to assist you. Place your order online or call the office at (403) 242-0598.
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