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A slice of Lemon Basil Cheesecake on an off-white shiny dessert plate on a concrete background.
Dark green lounge furniture in a tent with green, silver and cream balloons in the background.
A fried red potato chip on a black slate serving platter topped with creme fraiche and caviar.
Small silver poke bowls filled with salmon poke, rice and other condiments on a wood and black stand.
A large fake tree holding envelopes with ribbons as people walk by
Rice and Egg Small Plate in tiny round bamboo plates
Overhead of Green Spring Fattoush Salad on a white plate on a white marble background
White ceramic soup spoons filled with custard and an edible flower on top
  • Overhead of beautifully plated mushrooms with a green puree underneath and topped with microgreens, edamame and edible flowers

    CONSTANTLY CREATIVE. EXPERIENCES REIMAGINED.

    Catering by Design is an internationally recognized, award-winning Denver-based caterer and décor company.  We specialize in executing highly customized event experiences, including catering, décor, and picnics.  With nearly 30 years in business, we do it right.

    We create original, innovative catering menus and event design concepts and cultivate a professional team of pioneers in our industry.  We are the leading company for noteworthy events in the Denver catering and events scene and Vail, Aspen, Colorado Springs. And beyond!

    Designing and catering magnificent events is our passion. We look forward to serving you.

  • A long rectangle table set with salads for a wedding reception.

    Exceptional Experiences

    We are passionate about making people happy through creativity and collaboration.  We work with you to create a special event, no matter how simple or complicated it may be.  Our design, culinary, catering service, and operations teams join together to ensure every detail is thought of and executed brilliantly…and you don’t have to lift a finger.  Your experience deserves to be great, and we want to ensure it is a pleasant one!

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  • Custom made sushi display made to look like mountains from wood tiers. Assorted sushi sits on top

    Enlightened Décor

    Did we mention we are designers?  Not just in the culinary sense, but we also have a team of really creative folks gifted in concept and spatial design.  We work with you to create a fabulous event space through thoughtful furnishings and accents that bring function and fashion to your affair.  Our enlightened decor capabilities will enhance your event beyond your event dreams!

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  • We’re Hiring

    Passionate, talented people are a huge part of why Catering by Design is successful. We are a diverse hospitality-driven company with solid core values and a vision to create flawless and memorable events. Dedication, passion, and purpose are the driving forces behind our exceptional team.

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Inspired by Your Style

Thinly sliced strawberries on a white plate with parmesan andPavlova filled with custard and fresh berries.A floral arrangement with tropical flowers.A small plate with a slice of steak and topped with a peach salsa.Grilled baby corn husks in a deep wood bowl with sliced peppers and grilled crostini.Pastel florals arranged in a rectangle container connected to a white wall.Heirloom tomato salad with a pea puree, microgreens, corn and a slice of focaccia.A ring that's decorated with greenery and lights.A slice of cauliflower in a deep white plate with lentils and a green sauce.Creme puffs with a dark purple top with sliced limes and fresh blackberries on a copper plate.Mini blue corn tacos laying on lime wedges.Cucumber hollowed out and filled with beet hummus and topped with microgreens and chickpeas.A mini salad in a plastic globe that sits on dry black rice in a ladle attached to a wall.Beef Tenderloin rubbed with coffee and sliced on a plate with herbs.

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