Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Catering Services in Fortuna, CA
Moonlight Catering has been dedicated to creating memorable culinary experiences for over 14 years. Founded as a family business rooted in Italian traditions, we specialize in crafting homemade meals using cherished family recipes while prioritizing personalized service. Our team approaches every eventfrom intimate gatherings to large-scale weddingsas an opportunity to build lasting relationships with clients.We handle every detail from initial consultation to event execution, ensuring clients can relax knowing their guests will enjoy exceptional cuisine and impeccable service. With a focus on quality, flexibility, and community, we serve Fortuna, California, and surrounding areas, tailoring menus to meet diverse tastes, budgets, and event requirements.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Funeral Catering
Breakfast Catering
Buffet Service
Sit-Down Dinners
Menu Customization
Venue Coordination
Dessert Service
Hot Beverage Service
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 14 years of experience in personalized event catering.
- Our menus feature traditional home-cooked meals using family recipes.
- We provide full-service coordination from consultation to cleanup.
- We cater events anywhere in Northern California without location limits.
- Our team maintains long-term relationships with repeat clients across Humboldt County.
What people say
Delicious dishes
Exceptional service
Stress-free planning
Long-term relationships
Dietary accommodations
Services
Wedding Catering
We specialize in creating customized wedding menus that reflect couples' unique tastes while ensuring seamless service for events of all sizes. Our team coordinates with venues, manages rentals, and provides staff to guarantee flawless execution. Clients receive personalized attention from initial consultation through post-event follow-up.
Corporate Catering
Our corporate catering services handle business luncheons, conferences, and training events with professional-grade meals and logistics support. We accommodate large groups with efficient setup and cleanup while maintaining presentation quality. Menu options range from casual buffets to formal plated dinners tailored to company budgets.
Funeral Catering
We provide comforting meals for funeral and memorial services with discreet service that respects families' needs. Our menus include both formal and casual options that can be adapted to religious or cultural traditions. We handle all aspects from food preparation to dish rental without additional staff burden on grieving families.
Breakfast Catering
Our breakfast services feature hot and continental options for meetings and conferences, including made-to-order stations and pre-packaged alternatives. We ensure timely delivery and setup for early events while maintaining food quality. Menu selections accommodate dietary restrictions and group sizes from 10 to 200 attendees.
Menu Customization
We develop customized menus based on client preferences, event themes, and budgetary constraints while maintaining culinary excellence. Our process includes recipe adaptation, ingredient sourcing, and presentation design to match specific occasions. Clients receive sample tastings and detailed cost breakdowns before finalizing selections.
People
Julie Ingenluyff
Owner & Lead Caterer
Julie founded Moonlight Catering 14 years ago, growing it from a family business to a trusted local service. She oversees all culinary operations and client relationships, drawing on Italian family recipes and event expertise to ensure quality.
Lon
Catering Partner
Lon collaborates with Julie to deliver exceptional service, contributing to event planning and execution. Their combined expertise ensures clients receive comprehensive support for all catering needs, from small gatherings to large celebrations.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, funerals, birthday parties, holiday celebrations, and nonprofit fundraisers across Northern California.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we customize menus to meet dietary needs including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-specific requirements for all events.
Do you provide serving staff and rentals?
We include servers, cookware, and serving dishes for all events. Some specialty rentals may incur additional charges.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Fortuna, we cater events throughout Humboldt County including Eureka, Ferndale, Arcata, and surrounding communities.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking consultations 3-6 months before your event to ensure availability and proper planning time.
