Business Details
9 Years
experience
Boston's Premier Catering & Event Specialists
Calla Catering & Events was founded in 2017 by Kim Livesey and Francesco Oggiano, combining over 15 years of collective experience in event planning and culinary arts. Our philosophy centers on preparing exceptional food using the highest quality locally sourced ingredients, presented creatively and served by knowledgeable, friendly staff with transparent pricing. We specialize in full-service catering for weddings, corporate galas, and social occasions, offering seamless planning and execution to eliminate stress for our clients. Our team takes pride in hand-selecting fresh ingredients daily and preparing all menu items from scratch, ensuring consistent flavor and presentation. With a focus on personalized service, we limit our event capacity to 1-3 per week to maintain quality and attention to detail.Our expertise extends to custom menu design, rental coordination, beverage management, and optional day-of event coordination. We have earned a reputation for exceeding client expectations through innovative menus, reliable service, and creative problem-solving during events. Our team's background includes prestigious venues like the Hyatt Regency Maui and extensive experience in both catering and destination wedding planning. We maintain direct communication channels with clients via email, phone, or text throughout the planning process. Our commitment to excellence has resulted in 57 consecutive five-star reviews from satisfied clients.
Services
Full Service Catering
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Bar Services
Day-of Coordination
Custom Menus
Private Tastings
Rental Management
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of combined experience in catering and event planning
- Locally sourced, hand-selected ingredients daily for freshness
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Limited event capacity (1-3/week) for quality focus
- Optional day-of coordination packages with dedicated staff
What people say
Outstanding catering company
Best money spent
Exceptionally talented team
Delicious menu options
Stress-free planning experience
Services
Full Service Catering
Our full-service catering handles every detail from menu design to on-site execution. We create customized dining experiences using locally sourced ingredients prepared fresh daily. Our team manages staffing, rentals, and service coordination while maintaining transparent pricing throughout the planning process. This service includes unlimited client communication and optional day-of event management.
Wedding Catering
Specialized wedding catering with customizable menus and comprehensive coordination. We offer private tastings for exact menu selection, rental management, and beverage coordination. Our day-of wedding coordinators ensure seamless execution, handling vendor communication and timeline management to reduce stress for couples and guarantee perfect timing of food service.
Bar Services
Partnering with COCKTAILS LLC, we provide professional bar services including hosted bars, cash bars, and alcohol consignment options. Our TiPS-certified bartenders manage wine pours, champagne toasts, and specialty drink stations while coordinating with our catering team for synchronized service timing.
Day-of Coordination
Our day-of coordination packages include timeline creation, vendor management, and on-site problem-solving. Coordinators handle setup/breakdown of decor, vendor introductions, and real-time adjustments to ensure smooth event flow. Packages start at 12 hours with optional rehearsal coordination and additional hourly support available.
Custom Menus
We develop personalized menus through collaborative consultations, offering passed hors d'oeuvres, buffet spreads, plated dinners, and specialty stations. Clients receive sample proposals, participate in private tastings, and choose from multiple presentation styles including rustic, modern, or classic themes with dietary accommodations available.
People
Kim Livesey
Event Director
With over 15 years in event planning, Kim specializes in destination weddings and has coordinated 800+ events across the US. She combines venue management experience with wedding planning expertise to ensure flawless execution and client satisfaction.
Francesco Oggiano
Executive Chef
Chef Francesco brings international culinary experience from Italy, France, and Boston's top catering companies. He focuses on ingredient quality, personally selecting fresh produce daily and maintaining consistent flavor profiles across all menu items through hands-on preparation.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We specialize in weddings, corporate galas, bar/bat mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners, and social celebrations.
Do you offer day-of event coordination?
Yes, we provide optional day-of coordination packages including timeline creation, vendor management, and on-site execution.
Are your ingredients locally sourced?
Yes, our executive chef hand-selects fresh, local ingredients daily from regional markets.
How do you handle bar services?
Our partner COCKTAILS LLC provides full-service bar options including hosted bars, cash bars, and alcohol consignment.
Can we customize our menu?
Yes, we offer complete menu customization with private tastings to ensure your exact preferences are met.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire, with destination catering available.
