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Award-winning menus that are perfect for small gatherings. Create unforgettable moments at your private party.
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Based on 102 reviews
Based on 27 reviews
Brenda Rains
After speaking with a number of other caterers, we were referred to Simply Elegant by the catering consultant at SAIT. It's great to hear other industry members make such impromtu referrals and Peter was fantastic to work with. He understood the scope of our event, our guests, and worked to make every detail a simple one. The onsite staff were efficient and very helpful. Set up and tear down was very well executed and the food was delicious. They dealt with a small prep and service area and delivered a great experience.In an industry with mandatory auto gratuities, Simply Elegant leaves that up to the client based on service received. This is a group that deserves over and above.
Michelle Crone
Excellent service for a small gathering. Showed up on time and catered to our needs. Staff was able to go with the flow when needed - food was excellent and house was left spotless. Can't thank you enough - such a great experience.
Melody Herman
We had a very small family celebration for our son’s graduation in our backyard. The meal Simply Elegant provided was superb. And I mean that. Working with them setting it up was easy! When Chef Jeremy arrived, with a completely professional preparation of food to be cooked in my kitchen, I was able to relax and enjoyed the evening. The steak - it was so tender! My son said he could have used his spoon to cut it. Highly recommend them.
Linda Hollington
I recently worked with Simply Elegant to plan an event hosted for family and friends. The team was professional, caring and did everything possible to please. Everyone enjoyed the amazing food, service and decor. I would highly recommend this outstanding skillful team for your event. I will definitely be calling on them again.Thank you everyone at Simply Elegant for making our event a great success!
David Martenson
Our family Christmas dinner, catered by Simply Elegant, was excellent! It was one of the best I’ve had - in terms of quality of food and creative recipes (sorry to any family members reading this who may have cooked a Christmas dinner in the past!). Our group was small but Simply Elegant was prompt in responding to our requests. I’m not one prone to writing a gushy review, but Simply Elegant deserves one! Thank you for making our dinner special.
Jeff Mostowich
I had Simply Elegant cater an event for my family June 2022. They were professional, and provided excellent service, and a very tasty menu. Overall very very happy, and would not hesitate to recommend them.
Simon Francis Gabas
Great food!
Laura Darichuk
We hosted 60 people for a graduation celebration. This group was a mix of adults, graduates and a couple little ones. The staff went above and beyond serving everyone with care and attention to their needs. The food was beyond description and many glowing reviews from the guests. Thank you for making our event a success.
Leanne Northwood
We ordered Christmas dinner from Simply Elegant catering and everything about the experience was great. The ordering process was easy and they were very responsive to questions. The quality of the food and presentation exceeded our expectations. We may never cook Christmas dinner again 🙂
Western Site Reception
Amazing food and great service !!!
Brendan Tutty
Couldn't possibly have gone any better! Seriously amazing location, absolutely professional staff and the food was so delicious. Very accommodating management with the covid precautions. I would recommend
Ken Moghadam
Amazing staff and wonderful food! We had the best Casino Royale party ever!
Alyssa Haunholter
Worked with Simply Elegant for both catering and decor. Every little detail was taken care of beyond expectation. Would use them again for any event
Veronica Groat
The entire team is FANTASTIC! We hired Simply Elegant for our Winter Celebration party at Skyview (amazing venue). Jade, Peter and Sharon took our vision of a New Orleans theme and nailed it - from the décor, drinks, food, performers...we all felt like we were transported there. I was impressed at the type of décor they had access to. We came to SE on very short notice. They had about 1.5 months to build out the concept and arrange for items to be shipped from the US and elsewhere. Of course, we were also on a tight budget. Peter and Sharon kept us on track and they're true experts and lovely humans to have by your side as you manage your event. Our event lead for the night of knew what to anticipate and responded to any needs immediately. The team is very professional and accommodates your needs without hesitance. I highly recommend SE for your next event.
Maki T
Spectacular!Thank you Peter and the staff of Simply Elegant for making last Saturday magical for my son , my daughter-in-law, our families and our guests! It was an experience beyond of any expectation.....You and your staff were so professional but at the same time so personable, so accommodating....All of our requests were granted with no hustle .....and there were few....It was fantastic venue, decorations, presentation, very tasty and outstanding food (and lots of it), you and everybody at Simply Elegant that helped this day run so smoothly.....Our guests and our families were stunned with the overall experience !“ this is so amazing .... I want to get married ....again....here...!” Funny thing is that not just one person said this....I am sorry I do not remember all of the names of the people that took care of us but please please thank them from the bottom of our hearts !And for the people that are reading this review :Do not think twice ....Simply Elegant is the company that will make your event memorable ....Skyline location provides spectacular view that takes your breath away !If I had an option I would give them 10 stars !Thank you !!!!
Ambereen Weerahandi
great options, they do decor rentals too! Provided a very nice sample menu and worked with us to stay within our budget and taste preferences. Very affordable and pleasant to work with, got lots of compliments on the food
Courtney Johnson
Peter and his team were wonderful, they made everything really easy for us, the food was delicious and all of our staff raved about our event. It could not have been a success without all their help. Thank you!
Christina F
Simply Elegant did my sons grad. They decorated and made the meal! It was amazing! The staff was awesome and the food was equally as awesome. Love these guys and would recommend them to anyone for all their catering needs. Thank you again for making our night more memorable!!!
Cheryl Maddocks-Ashton
I contacted Simply Elegant to cater a home cocktail party for us and their service was excellent! They emailed a sample menu based on our budget and it was perfect. They came and set everything up and explained each dish to us and then came back the following Monday to pick up their dish ware. Our guests were also impressed and many asked which catering company we had used.
We would definitely book with Simply Elegant for future events and would recommend them to others !
We would definitely book with Simply Elegant for future events and would recommend them to others !
Wanda
As the Event Coordinator for our company, I have had the honor and privilege of working with the incredible staff at Simply Elegant on a number of occasions. Each of the staff are true ambassadors for not only their employer- but for each and every person who attends our events. They are all highly personable, professional and efficient. The planners and coordinators are brilliant in their recommendations and executional abilities! The quality of food is superb; creative, delicious and delivered with exceptional presentation. This cohesive team works well together and have found a "rhythm" that delivers fantastic results every time. I can't recommend Simply Elegant enough!
Kelly Hopp
They were amazing to work with and made my job as the event planner so easy. The customer experience with everyone I worked with was so good, they were accommodating, friendly and very professional. The food was a huge hit, very nice presentation and the staff at the event both behind the bar and managing the floor were so great! I would recommend them in a heartbeat and look forward to our next event!
Genna Zimmel
Organizing my first fundraiser with 250 people in attendance could have been daunting, but not with the team at Simply Elegant by my side. Peter was an absolute joy to work with, as he has the experience to know exactly how an event can function flawlessly. I also worked with Sharon on decor. I showed her one picture of the flower arrangements I wanted and she delivered precisely. I could not have been more pleased. The fundraiser was May 27th, 2017 and went off without a glitch. The food...the service...the energy...it was all exquisite. I would work with Simply Elegant again and again and again!! Simply Excellent! 🙂
Laurie A. Fitzherbert
I called Simply one Saturday afternoon, in desperate need of a caterer for a Tuesday meeting. Peter created a menu, presented, and delivered 100% on time! I have used them two or three times since, and each time is exactly the same! Professional, prompt and perfect! I don't look for anyone else anymore. I always call SE!
Syreeta Molsberry
We had the pleasure of working with the team at Simply Elegant last night for our company Christmas Party! The entire team was such a pleasure to work with. Not only professional and accommodating but the food and service was outstanding! If you are looking for a catering company this is it! I highly recommend Simply Elegant, you will not be disappointed!
Alison Wadey
The "Harvest to Table" event was a night to remember! Excellent showcase for all that Simply Elegant has to offer; exquisite food, exceptional service, lovely decor!
Lulu Bella
Working with Simply Elegant was amazing! I highly recommend using them for any event you have in mind. They will work with you to understand your needs and deliver an end product that goes beyond your expectations - worry free. Peter and his staff did a spectacular job with the food, set up, accessories, and the presentation was beyond visually appealing. I cannot say enough good things about my overall experience. I would hire them in a heart beat for our next event. We held a professional workshop with a very eclectic group within our industry and our entire audience raved about their experience. These are people who hold a high standard for beautiful things with style and quality. A true success. Thank you team! Working with you was the easiest part of the planning process. Peter your food was delicious and so well presented. Looking forward to working with you in the future! Cheers Lulu Bella
Dustin Engen
Peter and his team provided excellent service throughout planning and the event itself. They were able to customize the menu, deliver a delicious meal and provide support in arranging linens and tableware. We would recommend Simply Elegant to anyone looking to add class at excellent value to their event.
Chris Judge
THANK YOU so very much for the delicious food that you and your team provided for our event in Calgary! Working with Simply Elegant was a breeze! The pricing was fair, follow-up and contact with us was spot on, and the food did not disappoint! We will most definitely use Simply Elegant next time we do an event in Calgary, and we will spread the word as well!
SARIMS Chapter
We selected Simply Elegant as our caterers for a cocktail function of 250 people. They were flawless. The food was fantastic, the service was excellent and they were a "one stop shop" for us taking care of linens, table rentals, alcohol, etc. We are a non-profit and they worked within our budget which we greatly appreciated. They were flexible with changes and were extremely professional throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend them for an event of any size.
Laura Kidner
Each and every has had WONDERFUL food and service. So good there were few leftovers....
joshua waselynchuk
I have been working closely with the catering staff at Simply Elegant for over 8 months now, and every time I deal with them, it is nothing but a pleasant experience. The staff is very friendly, welcoming and very knowledgeable, they can answer any question I ever have. They are very fast and efficient when it comes to ordering food and make the entire experience easy and painless.Their menu has a lot of different options to choose from and are very flexible when certain needs are required. They have many options that can be used for different occasions/events.I truly enjoy working closely with Simply Elegant when it comes to arranging food for clients and very glad to have that relationship with them.
jeroen maes
I just love simpy elegant catering ! They do magnificent floral decorations and provide you with ideas for your event, you would never think of yourself !!The service provided by Sharon and Peter is very professional and they know what they are talking about guiding you through your entire event !I can highly recommend this catering company for your next event !!!Thank you for the great service Simply Elegant !!
Bonnie Armstrong
Rob Vidra and his team did a fabulous job for our Corporate Event! The food was delicious, the decor amazing and I didn't have to worry about a thing. It was all taken care of. We went through an extensive meeting process to ensure that no stone was left unturned. I don't know what I would have done without their expertise. Our event was a huge success, thanks to Simply Elegant.
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 them.
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 and you like what you see, we can certainly sit down to discuss the details and have a tasting at the same time.
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.
Resources
Useful resources about planning, coordinating and managing catering at events, weddings and private parties.
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