Business Details
Your Trusted BBQ Catering in Denver, CO
Taste the Love Cooking is a home-grown Denver business dedicated to delivering authentic, down-home cooking with a modern twist. Our founder, Angela Ray, draws inspiration from her Kansas City roots, where family gatherings and Sunday dinners centered around pit-smoked barbecue and scratch-made sides. We specialize in Kansas City-style barbecue, slow-smoked meats seasoned with secret herbs and spices, and made-from-scratch sides like baked beans, macaroni and cheese, and sweet potato pie crafted from a generations-old recipe. By partnering with local farms, we ensure the highest quality meats and vegetables while supporting the community. Our catering services accommodate diverse eventsfrom weddings and graduations to corporate meetings and church picnicswith customizable menus.We prioritize stress-free meal experiences without compromising flavor, offering gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. With decades of culinary experience, our team combines traditional techniques with innovative presentation to create memorable dining moments. Our commitment to excellence extends to personalized customer service, ensuring seamless coordination from order placement to event execution. Whether serving classic soul food or Cajun/Creole specialties, we infuse every dish with passion and attention to detail. This dedication to quality and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted name in Denver's catering industry.
Services
BBQ Catering
Soul Food
Cajun Creole
Custom Menus
Event Catering
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Dishes
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Highlights and features
- We offer Kansas City-style barbecue perfected through generations of family recipes
- Our menus feature locally sourced meats and vegetables for superior quality
- We provide customizable catering solutions for events of all sizes
- We offer dietary-friendly options including gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan dishes
- Our team delivers personalized service from menu planning to event execution
Services
BBQ Catering
Our BBQ catering features slow-smoked meats seasoned with secret herbs and spices, including pulled pork, brisket, and ribs. We provide made-from-scratch sides like baked beans and macaroni and cheese, with customizable menus for events. Dietary options include gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan dishes.
Soul Food
Traditional soul food selections feature 8 oz meat portions with two side dishes. Options include grilled chicken, smothered pork chops, and meatloaf paired with collard greens, candied yams, or potato salad. All meals use locally sourced ingredients prepared using family recipes.
Cajun Creole
Cajun and Creole menus include sausage & chicken gumbo, jambalaya with shrimp and sausage, and vegetarian jambalaya. Served with southern green beans and potatoes or roasted vegetables, these spicy dishes showcase authentic Louisiana flavors with modern presentation.
Event Catering
We cater weddings, corporate events, graduations, and private parties with customizable menus. Our packages include classic, deluxe, and premium options with multiple meat and side combinations. Full-service coordination ensures seamless event execution from planning to delivery.
Dessert Catering
Our dessert offerings feature scratch-made pies including sweet potato pie from a generations-old recipe. We also provide tarts and bite-sized desserts for events. All desserts use fresh ingredients and traditional baking methods to ensure authentic flavors.
People
Angela Ray
Founder
Angela Ray, a Kansas City native, brings her childhood culinary traditions to Denver through Taste the Love Cooking. With decades of experience in Southern and BBQ cuisine, she combines family recipes with modern presentation. Her leadership focuses on quality ingredients and community partnerships.
