As the Mother of the Bride, I cannot recommend Ces & Judy’s catering enough. Our venue had a list of preferred food & beverage caterers. The bride and I spent a lot of time working through menus and asking for RFPs. There were some that I did not even hear back from. Ces & Judy’s were right on top of it and were accommodating to all of our questions. We are from Kansas City with the wedding in St. Louis so we really only had reviews to go on while choosing our caterer for this event. Then, we hired a Day of Coordinator and she confirmed that Ces & Judy’s has great food and a great staff and that she had worked with them many times. We booked them without even a tasting as neither of us could get to St. Louis prior to needing to get someone booked. What a phenomenal decision. From start to finish, Ces & Judy’s went out of their way to work through menus and options with us. I’ve never planned a wedding before so their expertise was greatly appreciated. They responded to all of my emails in a timely manner and always answered my questions in great detail. The food and beverage planning portion of the wedding was so easy with Ces & Judy’s. Where Ces & Judy’s really shine is in the day of service that they provide. Darla was our event manager and she took such good care of us starting just prior to the wedding day. She confirmed all of our choices and made sure that everything was on the list that we needed including linen counts, silverware and cake service items. We had provided a couple of names that had dietary restrictions and Darla made absolutely sure what they needed, their names and where they were going to be sitting was covered on her end. The evening of, she personally came over and made sure our waiter gave the correct dishes to the correct people. Darla had me send her the room layout and I also had a list of who was at which table, where at the table and which meal they had selected. I don’t know that everyone has this to provide but our dinner service was absolutely flawless as far as I could tell. You could see the care to detail that Darla provided leading up to the big day. The waiters were incredible and checked on us constantly. The bartenders were always on their toes and made the best drinks. Not too strong, not too weak and delicious. And the food. Wow. We did get to go to a tasting after we booked Ces & Judy’s officially but did a tasting for any last-minute changes. The food the day of was as great as or even better than the tasting. We served three appetizers at the cocktail hour, a full dinner (salad & main with a roll) and a late-night snack. I’ve heard so many complements about the quality of the food and the plating. Ces & Judy’s also helped serve the individual cakes that my daughter chose which I think is incredibly helpful. Everything we provided was returned clean and in great condition. If you are looking for a quality caterer for your wedding or an upcoming event, I encourage you to try Ces & Judy’s. I promise you will not be disappointed!
Terra Nickelson
I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Ces & Judy’s team multiple times, and I’m consistently impressed by their attention to detail, excellent communication, and top-tier service on event days. I’ve primarily worked with Candace, and she is an absolute joy—welcoming, incredibly professional, and organized beyond measure. I can always trust that she will follow through on everything that needs to be done, making the planning process smooth and enjoyable.
On the day of the event, the food is always delicious, and the service team is efficient, kind, and attentive, creating a wonderful experience for everyone involved. If you're looking for a caterer for your wedding or event, I highly recommend Ces & Judy's—they consistently deliver exceptional food and service!
Shauna- aRay of Events
As wedding planners we eat a lot of catered meals. Ces & Judy's is one of our favorite catering companies to work with. You cannot go wrong with their quality of food and amazing service.
Daniel George
Impeccable service, food and beverage variety for all tastes. Highly recommend for your catering needs.
Andy Haselhorst
Colleen and Ces were very helpful in coordinating our wedding's residential reception. From planning to execution, they were eager to work with us ensuring that our concerns were addressed such as dining layout and location. For example, we weren't limited on space for tables, but it wasn't straight forward either in where tables could go. They did an excellent job in helping us think through that, the buffet, and bar positioning & layout. They were also as kind as their food was great. And everyone thought their food was amazing!!! Would highly recommend :)
Julia Partin
Bravo! Ces and Judy did a fantastic job catering two events for us for our Bat Mitzvah celebration!! Lunch after services and dinner service at the evening party. They were easy to work with, organized, on time, and took care of the details seamlessly! Staff was professional and attentive. Our evening event included an equal number of kids and adults. We appreciated their willingness to create two evening menus; one for kids and one for adults. Each group loved their choices! It was perfect and the food was delicious! Would (and will) bring this team on board for our next event! Thanks to Ces, Judy, Colleen and crew!!
Karsun Deneen
Our wedding day was made so special thanks to Ces and Judy’s. The meal was amazing, selection of food was wonderful, and the staff were beyond incredible. No words can describe how amazing and attentive Darla and her staff were, and how delicious the food was.
Lacie Lia
Very impressed
Lynn Rawlings
We seldom use caterers, but Ces & Judy's was top of mind when we were planning our 50th wedding anniversary party, since they catered the celebration of our 25th! It says a lot about a catering company that they would survive for so long. The quality of their food and service are undimmed over the years. Many of our guests raved about the food. Their service was courteous and unobtrusive, from set-up to clean-up. Also, they took special care of the "bride and groom."
Claudia Dinardo
We had the pleasure of working with Ces & Judy's Catering for our wedding at Westwind Hills, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Darla and Saxon were fantastic partners throughout the process, ensuring that our catering was perfect in every way.
Darla's attention to detail in the planning stages was remarkable. She made me feel truly cared for and took the time to brainstorm ideas with me to ensure that my vision was perfectly brought to life. Her dedication and meticulous planning were evident in every aspect of the catering, from the moment she inherited our event from our first catering manager to the final execution on the day of the wedding.
On the big day, the execution was flawless. We chose a family-style meal, and the food was not only beautifully plated but also encouraged our guests to mingle and share the experience of a shared meal. This format added a unique and intimate touch to our reception, making it feel warm and communal.
The quality of the food was outstanding. Our guests raved about the delicious dishes. We heard multiple times that this was the best food people had had at a wedding. The carrot souffle was a huge hit, and the beef medallions were cooked to perfection! Each item was carefully crafted and served with elegance, making the dining experience a highlight of our wedding.
Darla and Saxon's support and expertise made the entire process stress-free. They were always available to answer questions, offer suggestions, and ensure that everything was on track. Their professionalism and kindness made a significant impact, and we felt confident knowing they were handling such an important part of our day.
We are incredibly grateful to Darla, Saxon, and the entire team at Ces & Judy's Catering for their hard work and dedication. They helped make our wedding day truly special, and we highly recommend their services to any couple looking for exceptional catering and outstanding service. Thank you, Darla and Saxon, for making our wedding meal unforgettable!
Ces and Judy's has catered our yearly merit scholars visit event at third-party venue for over a decade now. Our guest list includes many of the leaders from my work as well as 30 or so young people who tend to have many dietary limitations. We have enjoyed many of the excellent menu items available AND they are happy to adjust recipes to accommodate the needs of our guests. Dinner has always been ready at the scheduled time. And even when our program runs late, they manage to keep the food fresh and warm. The servers are cheerful and the staff are excellent communicators. From first contact to clean up, they have always made me look good.
Tiffany Clayton
Fantastic food, service, and value -- 100% recommend!When we first started wedding planning, someone recommended a different caterer, and we loved that menu but were floored by the quote. So back to the drawing board and we found Ces & Judy's. Their menu looked great, their prices far more palatable, and their schedule open for a tasting. Candace and the team were so welcoming and accommodating, and we loved the food, so we decided on Ces & Judy's without even scheduling a tasting elsewhere.We chose the stuffed (sundried tomato, herb, cheese, and artichoke) chicken, Mediterranean salmon cakes, winter salad, honey balsamic brussels sprouts, green beans with caramelized onions, and carrot soufflé. (Candace convinced us to try the soufflé because it's chef's specialty, and we were floored by how much we loved it!) Our menu was phenomenal, and we heard from family and friends, unprompted, over and over again how much they loved the food. In fact, this review has taken us three months to write (sorry!), and people are still raving!Once our menu was decided, Darla was assigned to manage our event planning and oversee the wedding day. She and Candace are both excellent communicators and as warm and helpful as they are professional. The staff on our wedding day showed the same warmth and professionalism. In particular, we were impressed by the special care they showed toward two family members, one elderly and one with special needs.Many many thanks to Darla, Candace, and the whole Ces & Judy's team for being a huge part of our perfect day!
Tom Jackson
My mother has a wheat allergy and we were assured over and over again by the caterer that they knew how to safely prepare food for allergies. They assured me they would make her a separate wheat free plate for our wedding reception so that she could eat with all of us. They forgot to make her a meal. Since she hadn’t eaten all day she asked if there was anything in the buffet that she could eat and she was told by the staff that it was all safe for her to eat. She did and she was ill for our whole wedding reception. This is my mother! This day was as special for her as it was for me and they “forgot” to feed her. And then made her sick by lying about how the buffet was safe for her. Ridiculous. Thankfully she had her epipen or my wedding day would have also been the day I lost my mama.
Rachel Adams
Ces & Judy's was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! We worked directly with Candace and she was simply incredible. I am a wedding planner by profession, so having someone there to answer all the questions and review the details was something that was important to me when picking a caterer. Candace provided that and so much more! She answered every single email and phone call in a timely fashion and with helpful information & suggestions every single time. The tasting was exceptional as well, but the food on wedding day was BEYOND our expectations. Everything was hot, fresh, and timely to our guests, a 10/10. Every single one of our guests was raving about the meal the rest of the night. We are so thankful for Candace, the servers, and the entire Ces & Judy's team!!!!
Jessica Guldner
I was extremely impressed with Ces & Judy's. We used them for the first time on a very high profile event at WashU and everything went perfectly. Their communication and attention to detail beforehand was incredibly helpful and reassuring. For the actual event, we were thoroughly impressed with both the food and the service itself. They were polite, professional, and incredibly helpful. I HIGHLY recommend using Ces & Judy's!
As the Mother of the Bride, I cannot recommend Ces & Judy’s catering enough.
Our venue had a list of preferred food & beverage caterers. The bride and I spent a lot of time working through menus and asking for RFPs. There were some that I did not even hear back from. Ces & Judy’s were right on top of it and were accommodating to all of our questions.
We are from Kansas City with the wedding in St. Louis so we really only had reviews to go on while choosing our caterer for this event. Then, we hired a Day of Coordinator and she confirmed that Ces & Judy’s has great food and a great staff and that she had worked with them many times. We booked them without even a tasting as neither of us could get to St. Louis prior to needing to get someone booked.
What a phenomenal decision. From start to finish, Ces & Judy’s went out of their way to work through menus and options with us. I’ve never planned a wedding before so their expertise was greatly appreciated. They responded to all of my emails in a timely manner and always answered my questions in great detail. The food and beverage planning portion of the wedding was so easy with Ces & Judy’s.
Where Ces & Judy’s really shine is in the day of service that they provide. Darla was our event manager and she took such good care of us starting just prior to the wedding day. She confirmed all of our choices and made sure that everything was on the list that we needed including linen counts, silverware and cake service items. We had provided a couple of names that had dietary restrictions and Darla made absolutely sure what they needed, their names and where they were going to be sitting was covered on her end. The evening of, she personally came over and made sure our waiter gave the correct dishes to the correct people.
Darla had me send her the room layout and I also had a list of who was at which table, where at the table and which meal they had selected. I don’t know that everyone has this to provide but our dinner service was absolutely flawless as far as I could tell. You could see the care to detail that Darla provided leading up to the big day. The waiters were incredible and checked on us constantly. The bartenders were always on their toes and made the best drinks. Not too strong, not too weak and delicious.
And the food. Wow. We did get to go to a tasting after we booked Ces & Judy’s officially but did a tasting for any last-minute changes. The food the day of was as great as or even better than the tasting. We served three appetizers at the cocktail hour, a full dinner (salad & main with a roll) and a late-night snack. I’ve heard so many complements about the quality of the food and the plating. Ces & Judy’s also helped serve the individual cakes that my daughter chose which I think is incredibly helpful.
Everything we provided was returned clean and in great condition.
If you are looking for a quality caterer for your wedding or an upcoming event, I encourage you to try Ces & Judy’s. I promise you will not be disappointed!
I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Ces & Judy’s team multiple times, and I’m consistently impressed by their attention to detail, excellent communication, and top-tier service on event days. I’ve primarily worked with Candace, and she is an absolute joy—welcoming, incredibly professional, and organized beyond measure. I can always trust that she will follow through on everything that needs to be done, making the planning process smooth and enjoyable.
On the day of the event, the food is always delicious, and the service team is efficient, kind, and attentive, creating a wonderful experience for everyone involved. If you're looking for a caterer for your wedding or event, I highly recommend Ces & Judy's—they consistently deliver exceptional food and service!
As wedding planners we eat a lot of catered meals. Ces & Judy's is one of our favorite catering companies to work with. You cannot go wrong with their quality of food and amazing service.
Impeccable service, food and beverage variety for all tastes. Highly recommend for your catering needs.
Colleen and Ces were very helpful in coordinating our wedding's residential reception. From planning to execution, they were eager to work with us ensuring that our concerns were addressed such as dining layout and location. For example, we weren't limited on space for tables, but it wasn't straight forward either in where tables could go. They did an excellent job in helping us think through that, the buffet, and bar positioning & layout. They were also as kind as their food was great. And everyone thought their food was amazing!!! Would highly recommend :)
Bravo! Ces and Judy did a fantastic job catering two events for us for our Bat Mitzvah celebration!! Lunch after services and dinner service at the evening party. They were easy to work with, organized, on time, and took care of the details seamlessly! Staff was professional and attentive. Our evening event included an equal number of kids and adults. We appreciated their willingness to create two evening menus; one for kids and one for adults. Each group loved their choices! It was perfect and the food was delicious! Would (and will) bring this team on board for our next event! Thanks to Ces, Judy, Colleen and crew!!
Our wedding day was made so special thanks to Ces and Judy’s. The meal was amazing, selection of food was wonderful, and the staff were beyond incredible. No words can describe how amazing and attentive Darla and her staff were, and how delicious the food was.
Very impressed
We seldom use caterers, but Ces & Judy's was top of mind when we were planning our 50th wedding anniversary party, since they catered the celebration of our 25th! It says a lot about a catering company that they would survive for so long. The quality of their food and service are undimmed over the years. Many of our guests raved about the food. Their service was courteous and unobtrusive, from set-up to clean-up. Also, they took special care of the "bride and groom."
We had the pleasure of working with Ces & Judy's Catering for our wedding at Westwind Hills, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Darla and Saxon were fantastic partners throughout the process, ensuring that our catering was perfect in every way.
Darla's attention to detail in the planning stages was remarkable. She made me feel truly cared for and took the time to brainstorm ideas with me to ensure that my vision was perfectly brought to life. Her dedication and meticulous planning were evident in every aspect of the catering, from the moment she inherited our event from our first catering manager to the final execution on the day of the wedding.
On the big day, the execution was flawless. We chose a family-style meal, and the food was not only beautifully plated but also encouraged our guests to mingle and share the experience of a shared meal. This format added a unique and intimate touch to our reception, making it feel warm and communal.
The quality of the food was outstanding. Our guests raved about the delicious dishes. We heard multiple times that this was the best food people had had at a wedding. The carrot souffle was a huge hit, and the beef medallions were cooked to perfection! Each item was carefully crafted and served with elegance, making the dining experience a highlight of our wedding.
Darla and Saxon's support and expertise made the entire process stress-free. They were always available to answer questions, offer suggestions, and ensure that everything was on track. Their professionalism and kindness made a significant impact, and we felt confident knowing they were handling such an important part of our day.
We are incredibly grateful to Darla, Saxon, and the entire team at Ces & Judy's Catering for their hard work and dedication. They helped make our wedding day truly special, and we highly recommend their services to any couple looking for exceptional catering and outstanding service. Thank you, Darla and Saxon, for making our wedding meal unforgettable!
Restaurantji Recommends
Ces and Judy's has catered our yearly merit scholars visit event at third-party venue for over a decade now. Our guest list includes many of the leaders from my work as well as 30 or so young people who tend to have many dietary limitations. We have enjoyed many of the excellent menu items available AND they are happy to adjust recipes to accommodate the needs of our guests. Dinner has always been ready at the scheduled time. And even when our program runs late, they manage to keep the food fresh and warm. The servers are cheerful and the staff are excellent communicators. From first contact to clean up, they have always made me look good.
Fantastic food, service, and value -- 100% recommend!When we first started wedding planning, someone recommended a different caterer, and we loved that menu but were floored by the quote. So back to the drawing board and we found Ces & Judy's. Their menu looked great, their prices far more palatable, and their schedule open for a tasting. Candace and the team were so welcoming and accommodating, and we loved the food, so we decided on Ces & Judy's without even scheduling a tasting elsewhere.We chose the stuffed (sundried tomato, herb, cheese, and artichoke) chicken, Mediterranean salmon cakes, winter salad, honey balsamic brussels sprouts, green beans with caramelized onions, and carrot soufflé. (Candace convinced us to try the soufflé because it's chef's specialty, and we were floored by how much we loved it!) Our menu was phenomenal, and we heard from family and friends, unprompted, over and over again how much they loved the food. In fact, this review has taken us three months to write (sorry!), and people are still raving!Once our menu was decided, Darla was assigned to manage our event planning and oversee the wedding day. She and Candace are both excellent communicators and as warm and helpful as they are professional. The staff on our wedding day showed the same warmth and professionalism. In particular, we were impressed by the special care they showed toward two family members, one elderly and one with special needs.Many many thanks to Darla, Candace, and the whole Ces & Judy's team for being a huge part of our perfect day!
My mother has a wheat allergy and we were assured over and over again by the caterer that they knew how to safely prepare food for allergies. They assured me they would make her a separate wheat free plate for our wedding reception so that she could eat with all of us. They forgot to make her a meal. Since she hadn’t eaten all day she asked if there was anything in the buffet that she could eat and she was told by the staff that it was all safe for her to eat. She did and she was ill for our whole wedding reception. This is my mother! This day was as special for her as it was for me and they “forgot” to feed her. And then made her sick by lying about how the buffet was safe for her. Ridiculous. Thankfully she had her epipen or my wedding day would have also been the day I lost my mama.
Ces & Judy's was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! We worked directly with Candace and she was simply incredible. I am a wedding planner by profession, so having someone there to answer all the questions and review the details was something that was important to me when picking a caterer. Candace provided that and so much more! She answered every single email and phone call in a timely fashion and with helpful information & suggestions every single time. The tasting was exceptional as well, but the food on wedding day was BEYOND our expectations. Everything was hot, fresh, and timely to our guests, a 10/10. Every single one of our guests was raving about the meal the rest of the night. We are so thankful for Candace, the servers, and the entire Ces & Judy's team!!!!
I was extremely impressed with Ces & Judy's. We used them for the first time on a very high profile event at WashU and everything went perfectly. Their communication and attention to detail beforehand was incredibly helpful and reassuring. For the actual event, we were thoroughly impressed with both the food and the service itself. They were polite, professional, and incredibly helpful. I HIGHLY recommend using Ces & Judy's!
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