Business Details
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Blacksburg, VA
HazelBea Catering was founded by Chef Rachel Doyle, a graduate of the International Culinary Center, who brings over a decade of professional kitchen experience to southern Virginia. Our company specializes in creating locally-sourced, chef-driven cuisine tailored to individual client preferences through a dialogue-driven menu writing process. We serve the New River and Roanoke Valleys with weekly meal delivery, wedding catering, private event services, and cooking classes. Our team partners with local farmers to ensure seasonal freshness while accommodating dietary needs like vegan, keto, and food allergies.With extensive experience in both New York City restaurants and private catering, we combine French culinary techniques with mountain-region flavors to deliver exceptional service for events ranging from intimate dinners to weddings with 500 guests. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through meticulous attention to detail, from menu customization to on-site execution, ensuring every client receives personalized attention and unforgettable culinary experiences.
Services
Weekly Meal Delivery
Catering
Wedding Catering
Cooking Classes
Curbside Comfort
Private Events
Highlights and features
- We partner with local farmers for seasonal menus
- We offer dialogue-driven menu writing
- Our team includes a French Culinary Institute graduate
- We cater events across southern Virginia
- We accommodate dietary needs like vegan and keto
What people say
Fantastic food
Impeccable service
Amazing menu
Excellent catering
Highly recommend
Services
Weekly Meal Delivery
Fresh, fully prepared meals delivered weekly to the New River and Roanoke Valleys. Clients select from rotating menus by Sunday for Tuesday delivery. Available for pickup at three locations or direct delivery. Requires no cooking or cleanup, with dietary options including vegan, keto, and allergy-friendly choices.
Wedding Catering
Customized wedding menus featuring local ingredients paired with global flavors. Full-service event management includes site coordination, staff, and service styles like buffet or plated dining. Available across southern Virginia with options for outdoor events and weather contingency planning.
Cooking Classes
Interactive cooking experiences for groups of 4-14 people. Classes range from basic to advanced skill levels and can be customized to dietary preferences. Available at our Blacksburg location or traveling to client kitchens with options for themed events like girls' nights or private parties.
Curbside Comfort
Monthly weekend hot food service with dine-in or curbside pickup at Moon Hollow Brewing. Features rotating menus available Friday 3-7 PM and Saturday/Sunday 2-5 PM. Limited quantities available with 15-minute preparation time for takeout orders.
Private Event Catering
Full-service catering for corporate events, university gatherings, and private celebrations. Accommodates groups from 5 to 500 guests with customizable menus and service styles. Includes event planning support and on-site coordination across southern Virginia and West Virginia.
People
Rachel Doyle
Chef/Owner
Chef Rachel Doyle founded HazelBea Catering after training at the International Culinary Center in New York. With experience in NYC restaurants and private catering, she specializes in creating personalized, seasonal menus that combine French techniques with regional flavors for events of all sizes.
Questions
What areas do you serve for catering?
We cater throughout the New River Valley, Roanoke Valley, and surrounding areas including Blacksburg, Radford, Christiansburg, Roanoke, and West Virginia locations up to two hours from Blacksburg.
Do you accommodate special dietary needs?
Yes, we specialize in dietary-specific menus including vegan, keto, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options. Our chef works directly with clients to ensure all dietary requirements are met without compromising flavor.
How do I order weekly meal delivery?
Select meals from our rotating weekly menu by Sunday 11 AM. Choose pickup at one of three locations or Tuesday delivery within the New River Valley. Meals are fully prepared and ready to reheat.
Can you cater weddings outside the Blacksburg area?
Yes, we travel up to two hours from Blacksburg for weddings and events. Our service area includes Smith Mountain Lake, Claytor Lake, Salem, and West Virginia locations.
What is Curbside Comfort service?
Curbside Comfort offers monthly weekend hot food service at Moon Hollow Brewing. Available Fridays 3-7 PM and weekends 2-5 PM with dine-in or curbside pickup options. Limited quantities available.
