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Unforgettable Weddings

Love is the finest ingredient

Bespoke wedding catering for the discerning couple.

Weddings

Crafting the Sensory Landscape of Your Forever.

At Purple Onion, we believe your wedding is a masterpiece in motion. Our culinary team collaborates with you to design a menu that reflects your history, your heritage, and your future. From intimate courtyard exchanges to grand ballroom galas, we provide more than just food; we provide an atmospheric experience.

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Kind Words from Our Clients

““Paige is a catering queen!! We loved working with her and the Purple Onion team. Paige was so easy to work with, responsive, knowledgable, and made great recommendations for our wedding day.””
Elizabeth H.
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““Purple Onion is the best catering company! The food is so good and they are so helpful. They pulled our day together beautifully and the staff was attentive and kept the day flowing.””
““I can’t say enough good things about Purple Onion! Their food is incredible and the entire team is absolutely amazing to work with. I highly recommend working with Purple Onion Catering!””
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Weddings

Remarkably Delicious Catering.

Using the freshest ingredients and the most experienced catering team in Washington, D.C., Purple Onion Catering Co. invests the time to get to know you before your event. While crafting custom menus and personalized details, we help make your occasion become a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and a fond lifelong memory.

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Curated Service Styles

The rhythm of your reception, tailored to your flow.

01 — Traditional

The Formal Seated Dinner

Synchronized service, white gloves, and meticulously paced courses. Perfect for the couple seeking ultimate refinement and elegance.

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02 – Convivial

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Family Style

Shared platters of abundant harvest. Encourages conversation and a warm, communal celebration of togetherness.

  • Artisan Breads
  • Seasonal Roasts
  • Farmer’s Market Sides
03 — Dynamic

Culinary Stations

An interactive journey through different global flavors, prepared live by our chefs.

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04 – Social
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The Cocktail Hour

Bespoke mixology and hand-passed hors d’oeuvres that set the tone for the night ahead.

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Section Defining Full Service Catering

From the first toast to the final farewell, we curate every detail of your celebration.

  • Menu Design

    Bespoke culinary menus tailored to your personal taste and dietary preferences.

  • Event Styling

    Cohesive aesthetic direction that transforms spaces into immersive environments.

  • Professional Staffing

    Expert service teams dedicated to seamless execution and guest hospitality.

  • Venue Coordination

    Expert service teams dedicated to seamless execution and guest hospitality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our wedding catering services.

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