Gabriel @ Gourmet Gourmet Catering + Event Planning
Service levels: Full-service planning
Team size: 1 – 5
About Gabriel @ Gourmet Gourmet Catering + Event Planning
Gabriel @ Gourmet Gourmet Catering + Event Planning
With a passion for creating magical moments, I specialize in seamless, memorable events, from intimate weddings to grand corporate galas. I turn your visions into reality with meticulous planning and flawless execution, ensuring every detail reflects your unique style and preferences. With my team at Gourmet Gourmet Catering + Events, As You Like It Events, and Set the Bar Bar and Party Rentals, we are your one-stop shop for unforgettable events. With over two dozen venues from Claremont to Temecula, we offer a variety of stunning locations. Let's connect to make your next event remarkable.
What sets me apart is my blend of top-tier education and hands-on experience. With a bachelor's degree from the prestigious Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona, I have a solid foundation in best practices and innovative techniques. My diverse background includes working in event planning, catering, venue management, and both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, allowing me to attend to every detail. What truly drives me is my joy for creating events that make people go "wow!" I thrive on transforming visions into memorable experiences, ensuring each event runs smoothly and leaves a lasting impression.
In three words: Collaborative, Confident, Efficient
Services by planning level
| Full-service planning | A la carte | Partial planning | Day-of coordination / wedding management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Covers everything from initial consultation to post-wedding tasks. It includes venue selection, vendor coordination, design and decor planning, budget management, detailed timeline creation, and guest management. The planner also handles the rehearsal and ensures everything runs smoothly on the wedding day. Post-wedding, they assist with breakdown and cleanup. This comprehensive package allows you to relax and enjoy your special day. | This allows couples to choose specific services like venue selection, vendor coordination, event design, budget management, timeline creation, rehearsal assistance, and day-of coordination. This flexible approach tailors the planning process to their needs, ensuring professional help where it's most needed. | A partial wedding planning package provides assistance with key planning elements. This may include vendor recommendations, design and decor ideas, budget advice, timeline creation, and support where needed. It allows couples to plan most of the wedding themselves while benefiting from professional guidance in essential areas. | includes a pre-wedding consultation to review details and plans, developing a detailed timeline, and confirming vendor arrangements. The planner organizes the rehearsal, manages the wedding day schedule, assists with setup and breakdown, and handles any issues. They ensure guests are comfortable and provide an emergency kit for last-minute needs. This package allows the couple and their families to relax and enjoy the celebration. |
| Planning begins | 12 Months out | 6 Months out | 6 Months out | 3 Months out |
| Event Styling & Design | ||||
| Budget Planning | ||||
| Venue Recommendations | ||||
| Vendor Selection | ||||
| Vendor Management | ||||
| Contract Review | ||||
| Rentals & Linens | ||||
| Invites & Stationery | ||||
| RSVP Tracking | ||||
| Wedding Website | ||||
| Wedding Favors & Accessories | ||||
| Accommodation Coordination | ||||
| Transportation Coordination | ||||
| Venue Visits | ||||
| Final Venue Walkthrough | ||||
| Timeline Creation & Management | ||||
| Onsite Event Management | ||||
| Pricing | Starts at $13,000 | Starts at $1,500 | Starts at $5,000 | Starts at $3,700 |
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
10 reviews
Incredible Service!!!!
Working with Gabriel and the team at Gourmet Gourmet Catering Event Planning was an absolute delight. They have a sweet, funny and expressive communication style that made the planning process enjoyable. The quality of their work and value they provided was excellent - their joyous and fun approach really elevated our special day. They provided outstanding customer service and the food they served was truly outstanding. I would highly recommend Gabriel and Gourmet Gourmet Catering Event Planning to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding experience.
Response from vendor•Dec 20, 2024It sounds like working with Gabriel and the team at Gourmet Gourmet Catering Event Planning was a blast! Their sweet, funny, and expressive style must have made planning so much fun. It's awesome to hear that their top-notch work, great value, and joyful approach really made your special day stand out. Their fantastic customer service and amazing food clearly made a big impact. I'm so happy everything went smoothly for you!Highly Recommend
We had a wonderful experience working with Gabriel and his team at a recent wedding. Gabriel was kind, attentive, professional and a pleasure to work with. He not only took great care of his clients, but also his vendors as well. The wedding he planned was beautiful and every detail was in place. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was whimsical. We will definitely be recommending him in the future.
Response from vendor•Dec 20, 2024reply to this:We had a wonderful experience working with Gabriel and his team at a recent wedding. Gabriel was kind, attentive, professional and a pleasure to work with. He not only took great care of his clients, but also his vendors as well. The wedding he planned was beautiful and every detail was in place. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was whimsical. We will definitely be recommending him in the future. Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Gabriel and his team. Their kindness, attentiveness, and professionalism truly shine in everything they do. It's fantastic to know that both clients and vendors were well taken care of. We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful wedding, delicious food, and whimsical atmosphere. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again in the future!Delicious Food
Gabriel and the team at Gourmet Gourmet Catering Event Planning were a pleasure to work alongside with. Their communication style was very thorough, with prompt and detailed responses through email and or phone conversations. They create personal touches that perfectly reflect the couple's style, and their flawless execution ensured everything runs smoothly. I would highly recommend Gabriel and his team to any couple planning their wedding.
Response from vendor•Dec 20, 2024Thank you so much for your kind words! Gabriel and the team at Gourmet Gourmet Catering Event Planning are thrilled to hear your appreciation. Their commitment to thorough communication and prompt responses is something they take great pride in. It's wonderful to know their personal touches and flawless execution helped make everything run smoothly. They always aim to reflect the couple's style perfectly, and it means a lot to hear they succeeded. Your recommendation is greatly valued, and they look forward to helping many more couples plan their dream weddings!Wonderful Service
We recently had Gourmet Gourmet cater for an event at our venue. Their service is impeccable and the food fantastic. I do want to give a special shout out to Gabriel Pena, his leadership and coordination skills made for a flawless event not only for the attending guests, but for the other participating vendors. We can't thank you enough for your hard work and dedication to detail and hope to continue to working future events with their team. Definitely would recommend for your next engagement!
Response from vendor•Dec 9, 2024Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with Gourmet Gourmet Catering. Our entire team is dedicated to making every event flawless and memorable. We look forward to working with you on many more successful events in the future. Your recommendation means the world to us!
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