Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Luxury Catering Services in Fort Lauderdale
Founded in 1979 by Hugh McCauley, our company has built a legacy of excellence in luxury catering and event creation. With over four decades of experience, we specialize in crafting unforgettable culinary experiences tailored to weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Our team of culinary experts delivers customized menu and bar packages, professional service staff, rental equipment, entertainment, florals, and full production.Based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, we serve Broward County and surrounding tri-county areas with a commitment to refined taste and timeless service. Our hands-on approach extends to unique offerings like Iron Chef team-building programs and Kids Culinary Camp, ensuring memorable experiences for every client. We pride ourselves on personalized attention, seamless execution, and a passion for creating events that exceed expectations.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Catering
Cocktail Parties
Iron Chef Team Building
Kids Culinary Camp
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in luxury catering.
- Customized menu and bar packages tailored to your event.
- Full-service production including rentals and entertainment.
- Unique Iron Chef team-building experiences.
- Kids Culinary Camp for engaging youth programs.
Services
Wedding Catering
Our wedding catering service creates unforgettable culinary experiences tailored to your vision. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, we provide customized menus, professional service staff, and elegant presentation. With decades of expertise, we ensure your special day reflects refined taste and timeless service while handling every detail seamlessly.
Corporate Catering
Elevate your corporate events with our chef-driven menus and professional presentation. We specialize in executive lunches, conferences, and large-scale meetings, delivering exceptional flavors and seamless service. Our team handles logistics so you can focus on business objectives while impressing clients and colleagues with unforgettable culinary experiences.
Cocktail Parties
Create memorable celebrations with our cocktail party services featuring hand-passed hors d'oeuvres, themed dinner stations, and entertainment options. We design interactive experiences that combine delicious food with engaging elements, ensuring your social gatherings leave lasting impressions on guests through creative culinary presentations.
Iron Chef Team Building
Our hands-on team-building program uses culinary challenges to foster collaboration. Participants work in teams to create dishes using provided ingredients and secret elements, promoting creativity and teamwork. This interactive experience combines professional culinary instruction with fun competition to strengthen workplace relationships through shared cooking experiences.
Kids Culinary Camp
Our week-long culinary camp offers children hands-on instruction in a safe, fun environment. Campers learn various culinary arts techniques and prepare a four-course graduation dinner for family and friends. This educational program combines skill development with creative expression, nurturing young chefs' talents through structured culinary education and collaborative cooking experiences.
People
Hugh McCauley
Founder
Hugh McCauley founded Hughs Catering in 1978 after studying international cuisines at the Sorbonne in Paris. With decades of experience in luxury catering and event creation, he brings expertise from managing Fort Lauderdale's renowned Ambry steakhouse. An avid chef and event designer, he remains actively involved in shaping the company's culinary vision.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We specialize in weddings, corporate events, cocktail parties, team-building programs, and children's culinary camps, offering full-service catering and event production.
Do you serve areas outside Fort Lauderdale?
Yes, we serve Broward County and surrounding tri-county areas including Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties for all our catering services.
How long has Hughes Catering been in business?
We've been creating exceptional culinary experiences since 1978, with over 45 years of expertise in luxury catering and event management.
What makes your team-building program unique?
Our Iron Chef-style program combines culinary challenges with teamwork, offering hands-on cooking experiences that foster collaboration through competitive dish creation activities.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
Yes, our chefs create customized menus with options for all dietary needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly preparations for every event.
