Jewel Catering

My husband and I hosted our wedding ceremony and reception at the Canal where Jewel catered the whole event. Feedback from our wedding was that the food was great and the service was impeccable.
As soon as my husband and I walked back up the aisle, Paula, our banquet captain, was quick to ask us what we’d like to drink and ushered us to the bride’s room where my husband and I could enjoy our first few minutes alone as a married couple. Within minutes Matt and I were introduced with our beers in our hands, ready to celebrate with our friends and families!
For passed appetizers we had ahi tuna wonton crisps, coconut chicken skewers, and zucchini and feta cakes which were all hits with our guests. For dinner we served a raspberry and goat cheese salad, fresh fruit, chilled grilled asparagus, herb mashed potatoes, Jewel’s orange miso glazed salmon, a chef carved prime rib. Dessert was a delicious carrot cake and Top Pot donuts that we brought in. I have to say, I was quite impressed with how fresh and delicious the food was and how quickly the team was able to keep the food coming!
One thing to note, Jewel hosts a large group tasting in February for all their brides and grooms where they provide several (but not all) options from their menus rather than one on one tastings. The nice thing about this model is that you can see the quality in their catering on a large scale. Matt and I chose some things from the tasting in addition to some other options from Jewel’s vast menu. We were pleased that the menu we served at our wedding tasted even better on the day of. Thank you Jewel, for everything!

Jewell Catering did a receptiom for us and the customer service was awful. In the initial meeting we were told certain things and then it was never followed up with the written document that we were promised after we signed the contract. Luba would not return phone calls or emails. Deadlines were not met and at the end there were price increases for things that we originally were told would be included. The appetizers were very good, and the late night snacks good, The main entrees had mixed reviews, some people said their food was cold. The wait staff seemed to not be trained and there were at least two trays of drinks that were spilled on guests. And I caught some of the staff taking some of the desserts home that were suppose to be packed up and sent with us.
The venue at the Union Station was beautiful, but would not recommend it with the current catering company being the only choice one can use There is not accountability of what you have paid for in regards to rentals, so that was as much as the food and beverage costs.
There was no follow up after the reception to check and see if there were any issues, another sign of poor customer service.
I have waited a couple of months before I wrote this, so that I would not be even more critical in my review.

Once again, I want to be able to give a 6^th star. I went to a wedding at Union Station, where Jewel catered — Oh WOW, they pulled out all the stops. From the moment everyone walked in until the night ended, we were never without food or drink.
As people walked into the ceremony, they were greeted with glasses of champagne. Then, once the ceremony ended and the reception began there were trays of food. Not just any food, but tiny morsels of amazing that were bits of pleasure to savor and enjoy! There were crab cakes — which were the best I’ve ever eaten, an appetizer with cucumber, lobster medallions and caviar that was amazing. I need to really talk about the caviar, because it was perfection — flavorful without being overly salty, and bursty like caviar should be. In addition to the trays of food, were platters of cheese, crackers and fruit. The cheese was amazing — all sorts of textures, flavors and colors that were so rich and delicious.
Now, it’s important to note the hosts of the wedding went all out, so we were able to sample a ton of things Jewel has to offer, but the dinner was TDF (to die for). Prime rib that melted in the mouth — not only did it melt in the mouth, but the flavor was mwah! Oh yes, and the mashed potatoes were inspired — served in these cute little glass cups with just enough room for the amazing gravy. Fire roasted veggies rounded out the meal perfectly.
I have to tell you, if I had an event that needed to be catered, I would definitely look into these guys — they were amazing!

Jewel catered a dinner for us last weekend at JM Cellars in Woodinville. It was spectacular. We left the menu planning up to Marcia and Chef Ian and we were so pleased. I cannot say enough about the food, service and attention to detail. In addition Jewel had donated this dinner at a Children’s Hospital Autism Center Auction — it was a big donation and greatly appreciated. In the current economy it is exceptional to see small businesses being so giving.
Truly a night we won’t forget.