Pete Clements Catering
Santa Barbara, California, Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara, California, Santa Barbara
(12)
With over 30 years of professional culinary experience and training, Chef Pete Clements brings artistry and attention to detail in every aspect of the food he creates, whether it be an intimate meal with friends or extravagant fundraiser gala.
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12 customer reviews
Hridaya Maling
Chef Pete Clements and crew serve delicious food with smiles and courtesy, but no longer at this venue. Pete caters a wide variety of events and never disappoints. You'll be glad you engaged him for yours. More...
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Judy C
Delicious food and really great service!
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christopher dunlea
A solid option for your next catered event!
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Brad Popp
Pete is the best, cater with others never. He does it right, above and beyond.
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Cara M.
We found Pete through our wedding coordinator and we were so glad we found him! When we went for our tasting, I was shocked at how much we loved his food. We liked the food at our tasting so much we ended up using Pete for our welcome dinner as well!From the welcome dinner to the wedding reception, everyone couldn't stop talking about how good the food was. The only thing I'm mad about is that we didn't get to taste the tiramisu at our wedding! It was such a hit - it went so fast! Â If the quality (Pete grows much of his produce locally and knows exactly where to source fish, etc.) isn't enough to hook you, he is so reasonably priced. Pete is a perfect option for any gathering! More...
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Lola Tinney
Off the chart amazing food. Pete is casual to work with and flexible too. He catered a large going away party for us, about 70 people. Highly recommend. We had palla, vegetarian, then he grilled salmon on the side. Worked diligently to accommodate everyone's food allergies and needs. Was so busy at the party forgot to take photos. Food was just as gorgeous as delicious. More...
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Catherine H.
We hired Pete Clements to cater our 110 person wedding, and couldn't be more pleased. We love what Pete does with his non-profit, not to mention his food is amazing, and so affordable compared to any other vendor in Santa Barbara! Our friends and family keep telling us how good the food was at our wedding. Don't hesitate to hire Pete and his team! More...
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Kersh Ruhl
The most incredible chef I have ever known. The original "star chef" and set the bar for California cuisine.
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Barbara B.
Pete is simply the best caterer in town. Fresh organic ingredients , reliable staff, Â easy to work with. He is my clubs go to caterer. Thanks Pete!
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Alexis N.
Amazing is an understatement for how fantastic the catering was for our charity event that Good Samaritan held. The food was fantastic and all of the guests were asking where it came from. The salmon was fantastic as well as the quesadillas, and pork sliders. We explained how the theme was a rustic event and the catering matched this theme perfectly! More...
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Meridith M.
We use Cook Better Live Better for all of our business catering and they always do a 5 star job. I recommend them for business and private events. We never worry about a think when they are running the show from quality to timing, professionalism and they are very pleasant t More...
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Thaddeus C.
I have had the pleasure of working on many very high end events with Peter Clements and his crew from Cook Better Live Better. Last weekend was by far one of the best I experience I have ever had feeding over 330 people for Prima Vera, the kick off to Fiesta for Old Spanish Days. They put together an amazing meal that was beautifully presented and when you are preparing 335 plates that is quite a daunting task. Peter and his crew did it in stride, never missing a beat, never having an issue with any of the last minute changes thrown at them. We have also had the pleasure of working with Peter and his team on the Emma Hearst Wedding at Hearst Ranch last year. If you recognize that last name then you know what level of experience and professionalism Peter and his crew must hold themselves to. If you are looking for an amazing catering company that can wow any crowd call Peter, you won't be disappointed. JC - Owner of Top Shelf Event Staffing and Beverage Services of Santa Barbara. More...
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What’s your signature dish?
We have too many to pick just one! Ultimately, our signature dishes are created with the highest quality fresh produce, meats, seafoods and cheeses that are available. We focus on creating dishes that are beautiful to look at and delightful to eat. Our presentation is surpassed only by the flavors we create.
How do you go about creating the perfect menu for your clients?
Client collaboration is key. Once we have a chance to communicate with our clients and find out exactly what they're looking for, and how much they would like to spend, we customize each menu to fit their specific needs.
What do you love most about your job?
Food brings people together for a shared experience. We love to create meals that elevate the experience of our clients and their guests. We look to create memories, not just dinner.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Having been in the industry for 30 years and worked in all aspects (restaurants, corporate, etc.) it has been a pleasure to work more directly with clients. Each event has its own nuances and gives us an opportunity to create something special. We have fun with our food, and it shows in the smiles of the people we serve.
Why should our clients choose you?
We work closely with our clients to create a menu that fits their specific needs, as opposed to forcing clients to choose from a limited list of signature dishes. No task is too daunting and no occasion is too small!
