Whatever Works Catering

Catering services pricing

Food starts at $16 per person.

Minimum spend

$2,000 total

About Whatever Works Catering

Whatever Works Catering

Emili Owner and Chef

​​Welcome to Whatever Works Catering – Local Flavor, Crafted with Care At Whatever Works Catering, we believe great food brings people together — and nothing makes an event more memorable than a perfectly catered meal made with heart. ​Proudly locally owned and operated, we specialize in fresh, flavorful catering for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and community gatherings. sourced ingredients and delivering a personalized experience that reflects your unique tastes and event vision.

From intimate dinners to grand celebrations, we bring exceptional service, creative menus, and a touch of homegrown hospitality to every table. What We Offer: Customizable Menus, Full-Service Event Catering, Drop-Off & Pick-Up Options, Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Dietary-Specific Menus Locally Sourced, Seasonal Ingredients. Why Choose Whatever Works Catering? Local & Family-Owned Flexible Packages Professional, Friendly Staff 5-Star Reviews from Real Clients Let’s make your next event deliciously unforgettable. Book a free consultation today! Or browse our sample menus to get inspired. 

Services

Services

  • Cleanup and breakdown
  • Consultations and tastings - complimentary
  • Consultations and tastings - for a fee
  • Delivery and setup
  • Event planner
  • Rental coordination - directly invoice couple
  • Rental coordination - does not invoice couple
  • Serving staff

Cuisines

  • American
  • BBQ
  • Cajun
  • Eastern European
  • Farm-to-table
  • Fusion
  • Greek
  • Hawaiian
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Korean
  • Latin American
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Southwestern
  • Spanish

Dietary accommodations

  • Dairy-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Nut-free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Meal types

  • Breakfast/brunch
  • Buffet
  • Dessert service
  • Family-style meal
  • Food stations
  • Passed appetizers
  • Seated meal
  • Stationary appetizers
  • Wedding cake service

Beverage services

  • Beverage servingware rentals
  • Mixers/non-alcoholic options

Drink types

  • Coffee service
  • Non-alcoholic
  • Signature cocktails

Extra costs

  • Extra hour of service
  • Gratuity
  • Rentals - beverage ware
  • Rentals - dining ware
  • Rentals - furniture
  • Rentals - linens
  • Service Fee
  • Wedding Cake & Dessert Service

Reviews

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5.0 out of 5

6 reviews

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    Emily Robbins A.

    •Jan 14, 2026

    Amazing Caterer

    Whatever Works Catering is incredible to work with! Not only is the entire staff super professional and helpful but the owner, Emili, is amazing! The food is delicious and extremely reasonably priced. The charcuterie spreads they do are magazine worthy! In the future, I will happily use Whatever Works Catering every chance I get but I always recommend them to everyone I know who is getting married!

    Emili Hurtuk•Jan 16, 2026

    Thank you so much Emily! It was such a pleasure to work with you and your family! I look forward to getting to work with you this summer as well!

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    Bree W.

    •Jan 11, 2026

    Whatever Works Catering is the best!

    I have admired Emili’s work for many years. She is not just a caterer, but also a skilled coordinator, food designer, and event planner who understands the importance of every detail. Emili and her crew remain calm and decisive during high-volume and high-pressure events, handling challenges seamlessly while staying focused on client needs. They prioritize food quality, fresh ingredients, and thoughtfully accommodate dietary restrictions, including vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-sensitive needs. Her attention to detail, culinary skill, and hands-on leadership set her apart. Emili consistently delivers beautifully executed events and has earned lasting client trust and a strong reputation for excellence.

    Emili Hurtuk•Jan 13, 2026

    Thank you so much Bree, It is always a pleasure to work with you!

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    Lisa G.

    •Jan 9, 2026

    Hire This Company for your Next Event!

    I have been to quite a few events around the Valley where Whatever Works Catering provided the most beautiful and delicious spread. Even their staff is welcoming and super helpful. They did an amazing job!

    Emili Hurtuk•Jan 13, 2026

    Thank you so much Lisa!

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    Nicole

    •Jan 9, 2026

    awesome company!

    From the moment we first spoke with the team at Whatever Works Catering, we were impressed by their easy, knowledgeable, and adaptable communication style. They worked closely with us to understand our vision and dietary needs, and their incredible, creative, and delicious catering service truly made our wedding day memorable. The food was a huge hit with our guests, and they were on time and attentive to every detail. We are so grateful to Whatever Works Catering for helping make our special day a complete success!

    Emili Hurtuk•Jan 13, 2026

    Nicole, Its been so fun getting to work with you over the years! Thank you so much for your amazing review!

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    Arysten

    •Jan 9, 2026

    Absolutely amazing!

    Whatever Works Catering catered my baby shower and it was absolutely perfect! They made a gorgeous charcuterie spread with cute personal details and all of my absolute favorites. Many of my guests complimented the spread and people were able to graze for hours. I highly recommend their services. Staff were extremely friendly and easy to communicate with.

    Emili Hurtuk•Jan 13, 2026

    Arysten Thank you so much for an Amazing review. We always love getting to be a part of all of your celebrations, from your Wedding to your Baby shower!