Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Annapolis, MD
Ken's Creative Kitchen is a family-owned business rooted in the philosophy of exceeding expectations through exceptional service and culinary excellence. Founded in 1977, we have dedicated over four decades to perfecting the art of event catering, blending Ken's Fine Arts background with global culinary influences. Our team has catered more than 8,000 weddings and events, leveraging this extensive experience to ensure flawless execution every time. We specialize in creating stress-free experiences by managing every detail, from customized menus to comprehensive event coordination. Our commitment to quality extends to our partnerships with trusted vendors, ensuring seamless delivery of rentals, florals, music, and more.With a focus on personalized service, we tailor each event to reflect our clients' unique visions while maintaining the highest standards of dependability and care. Our dedication to excellence has earned us recognition as a preferred caterer in Annapolis and surrounding regions. We pride ourselves on transparency, professionalism, and a client-centric approach that prioritizes clear communication and satisfaction. From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, our expertise transforms events into unforgettable experiences. This combination of experience, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail establishes Ken's Creative Kitchen as a trusted leader in the catering industry.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Event Catering
Special Occasions
Venue Assistance
Vendor Partnerships
Custom Menu Design
Full-Service Coordination
Holiday Catering
Private Chef Services
Event Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of experience catering over 8,000 weddings and events.
- Our full-service approach includes trusted vendor partnerships for complete event coordination.
- We specialize in stress-free planning with meticulous attention to detail.
- Family-owned business combining culinary creativity with professional reliability.
- Proven track record serving Annapolis, Washington D.C., and Eastern Shore regions.
What people say
Unforgettable events
Delicious food
Stress-free planning
Professional execution
Flawless service
Services
Wedding Catering
We specialize in creating unforgettable wedding receptions with customized menus, premium tableware, and seamless coordination. Our team manages every detail from initial planning to execution, ensuring stress-free experiences for couples. With expertise in over 8,000 weddings, we combine culinary excellence with professional reliability to deliver exceptional service.
Corporate Event Catering
Our corporate catering services include holiday parties, board meetings, luncheons, and fundraising galas with tailored menus and professional execution. We accommodate events from intimate gatherings to large-scale functions, providing consistent quality and exceptional service that enhances your company's professional image through memorable culinary experiences.
Special Occasions
We transform birthdays, anniversaries, and family celebrations into extraordinary experiences with customized menus and comprehensive coordination. Our full-service approach includes rental management, floral arrangements, and cleanup services, allowing clients to enjoy their events without logistical concerns while we handle every detail professionally.
Venue Assistance
We provide expert guidance in selecting ideal event locations from our network of premier venues. Our team coordinates site logistics while managing all catering requirements, ensuring perfect alignment between location capabilities and event needs for seamless execution of weddings and special occasions.
Vendor Partnerships
We coordinate with trusted vendors for rentals, florals, music, and more to create cohesive event experiences. Our established partnerships ensure reliable service quality across all event components, streamlining planning through single-point coordination while maintaining high standards for every aspect of your celebration.
People
Ken Upton
Owner
With 40+ years in the catering industry, Ken combines Fine Arts expertise with global culinary influences to create exceptional events. His leadership has grown the business to serve over 8,000 events while maintaining family values and quality standards.
Katie Wildt
Catering Sales
Katie manages event inquiries and client communications, ensuring smooth coordination from initial contact through event execution. Her organizational skills help maintain the company's reputation for stress-free planning and professional service delivery.
Kathi Brozek
Catering Sales & Event Coordinator
Kathi handles sales and on-site event coordination, bridging client needs with operational execution. Her attention to detail contributes to the company's track record of flawless event delivery across various celebration types.
Omar Daumit
Executive Chef
Chef Omar oversees culinary operations, creating innovative menus that showcase our commitment to exceptional food quality. His expertise ensures consistent delivery of gourmet dishes that impress guests at every event.
Lisa Amoruso
Kitchen Manager
Lisa manages kitchen operations and staff coordination, maintaining high standards for food preparation and service execution. Her leadership ensures efficient back-of-house operations that support the company's reputation for reliability.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We specialize in weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, graduation celebrations, and private dinners with customized menus and full-service coordination.
Do you provide services outside Annapolis?
Yes, we serve Greater Washington D.C., Eastern Shore, and surrounding Maryland regions for all event types.
How are menu prices structured?
Our Thanksgiving menu items range from $9.50 to $59.00 with additional 15% chef's fee and 6% MD tax applied to totals.
What is your booking process?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss your event details, review menu options, and secure your date with a deposit.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer gluten-free options and can customize menus to meet specific dietary needs with advance notice.
Reviews (5)
Michelle A. Gonzales
Dec 28, 2021
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Katie and the team were incredible to work with. She was responsive and she gave us advice and direction when we needed it. The tasting blew away my family from the start, so we I knew we were in good hands from the start. Our proposal included butler passed refreshments before the ceremony and at the start of cocktail hour -huge help for a large party and a small bar! They allowed us to customize desserts too, which was a nice bonus. Our guests still keep telling us how great the food and cocktails were and it's been two months!
Tom Dempsey
Sep 12, 2021
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YUM! We booked Ken's Creative Kitchen for a wedding reception rehearsal dinner. We had AMAZING crab cakes. The fried chicken is some of the best I've EVER had! Makes me hungry just thinking about it. *You can tell Ken and his team love food and putting on events. They made choosing the menu very easy and gave us helpful advice. *Lots of menu items to choose from. We told them we wanted a fun, summer, backyard Maryland picnic type event and they knew exactly what to go with. *Staff was awesome for the event. Friendly and very professional. They cleaned up afterwards and the place was SPOTLESS. --HIGHLY RECOMMEND--
Phoebe C.
Aug 06, 2021
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They catered my wedding (Yewell) in 2018. To this day, it's the most incredible wedding food I've had at any wedding I've ever attended. They also ensured my wedding went off without a hitch. Literally the BEST.
Honeywood Rentals
May 29, 2021
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Ken's Creative Kitchen is great to work with! They make my job as another vendor much easier. Responsive, professional, and delicious, Ken's really knows what they're doing. I highly recommend them for any event!
Gabrielle Mueller
Jan 26, 2021
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Ken, the food, and his wait staff were the highlight of our wedding weekend! I have some professional chefs in my family and tough critics and we were all SO IMPRESSED with our rehearsal and wedding dinners. Ken could not have been more responsive and flexible with replanning some of our events due to COVID. Thank you, Ken!
