Founded in 2003, Essence of the Thymes is committed to providing extreme service and exemplary food, always served safely and tastefully. Owner Gina Omalanz stepped onto the catering scene with the goal to create a fresh new take on catering that provided delicious, restaurant quality food and service. Friends and family worked together to remodel a kitchen on the downtown Port Orchard Waterfront, and you can still find us there today! What started out as a dream has become a business that feels more like family. We welcome you to become part of the Essence Family!

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

ESR Events has an unwavering dedication to matching the experiences you receive in our restaurants in the backdrop of your choice. Be it a wedding, gala, fundraiser, city-wide function, open house, corporate celebration, dinner with friends - we bring our event planning and culinary expertise to you and you bring people to the occasion.