Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in San Rafael, CA
At CaterMarin, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional catering services that blend creativity, superior service, and a passion for food. With over two decades of experience, our team specializes in crafting fresh, innovative Californian cuisine using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Our owner, Terry Eberle, brings a lifelong love for food and a commitment to personalized attention, ensuring every clients vision becomes a memorable reality. Executive Chef Nick Beament, a graduate of the California Culinary Academy, combines technical expertise with a dedication to inclusivity, including perfected gluten-free and dietary-restricted options.We serve a diverse clientele, from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate events, offering customized menus and seamless event execution. Our reputation for reliability, adaptability, and culinary excellence has made us a trusted choice for weddings, parties, and special occasions. We prioritize integrity, teamwork, and treating every client like family, reflecting our belief that catering is about more than foodits about creating unforgettable experiences.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Gluten-Free Options
Vegan Dishes
Menu Customization
Event Planning
On-Site Service
Local Sourcing
Sustainable Catering
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in event catering and culinary innovation.
- Our menus feature locally sourced, sustainable ingredients for exceptional quality.
- We specialize in dietary-inclusive options, including gluten-free and vegan dishes.
- Our team provides personalized attention to detail for every client and event.
- We handle events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate functions.
What people say
Excellent service
Delicious food
Personalized attention
Gluten-free expertise
Stress-free planning
Services
Wedding Catering
CaterMarin specializes in creating unforgettable wedding dining experiences with customized menus and professional service. Our team collaborates closely with couples to design seasonal, locally sourced dishes that reflect their unique tastes. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, we handle all dietary needs and event logistics.
Corporate Events
We provide sophisticated catering solutions for corporate functions, including conferences, galas, and team-building events. Our menus feature elegant hors d'oeuvres, plated meals, and interactive food stations that impress professional audiences while maintaining operational efficiency.
Gluten-Free Options
Led by Chef Nick, our gluten-free program offers expertly crafted dishes that meet dietary restrictions without compromising flavor. We maintain strict preparation protocols to ensure safety for guests with celiac disease or food sensitivities.
Menu Customization
Our culinary team works directly with clients to create personalized menus for any occasion. We incorporate seasonal ingredients and accommodate specific cultural, dietary, or thematic requirements through collaborative tasting sessions and planning.
Event Planning
Beyond catering, we offer comprehensive event planning services including timeline development, vendor coordination, and on-site management to ensure seamless execution of your special occasion.
People
Terry Eberle
Owner
With over 30 years in the catering industry, Terry Eberle founded CaterMarin in 1996. Her passion for food and event excellence drives our personalized service approach. Terry specializes in client relations and event coordination.
Nick Beament
Executive Chef
A graduate of the California Culinary Academy, Chef Nick has led our kitchen since 2001. He specializes in sustainable cuisine and dietary-inclusive cooking, drawing from personal experience to perfect gluten-free techniques.
Questions
What types of events does CaterMarin cater?
CaterMarin serves weddings, corporate events, private parties, and special occasions of all sizes.
Do you offer dietary-restricted menu options?
Yes, we specialize in gluten-free, vegan, and dietary-inclusive dishes prepared by expert chefs.
Can you accommodate last-minute event changes?
Our team is adaptable and has successfully managed venue and timeline adjustments with short notice.
Do you provide event planning assistance?
Yes, we offer comprehensive planning support, including menu customization and venue coordination.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, and throughout Marin County, CA.
Reviews (4)
Sue P.
Jun 29, 2022
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We hired Cater Marin on a whim for our small-ish (under 50 people) backyard wedding reception after walking by their storefront one day. And it was the best decision we could've made! Terry and her team are obviously an experienced crew, and very easy and friendly to work with. Terry made a lot of great suggestions during her site visit, and was super flexible with the menu planning. We did not even have a fully-functioning kitchen for them to cook in, but they made it work--and we got so many compliments on the food! People raved about it for days afterwards. I'm still craving the farro salad and would hire them again in a heartbeat.
Camille M.
Apr 27, 2022
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I truly cannot say enough about Terry & her team. My husband and I used them for our wedding catering. First of all, she's an absolute joy to work with. If you know exactly what you want, she makes it happen. If you have no idea what you're doing (which was me, ) she is there to make suggestions & offer extremely efficient guidance. Her chef's food is fantastic & very well priced. They have endless menus and will make anything your heart desires!
Her team is incredibly efficient, kind, and genuine. They truly went above and beyond to make our wedding a seamless event & to make our vision come to life! CaterMarin is more than a catering company - they're a whole production squad! I cannot recommend CaterMarin enough for any event! 100000/10!
Her team is incredibly efficient, kind, and genuine. They truly went above and beyond to make our wedding a seamless event & to make our vision come to life! CaterMarin is more than a catering company - they're a whole production squad! I cannot recommend CaterMarin enough for any event! 100000/10!
Jen R.
Feb 21, 2022
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Cater Marin delivered an amazing meal and experience for our October 2021 wedding. We connected with Terry in early 2020 and as you can imagine kept the conversation going (thanks COVID) until we were able to actually have our wedding in 2021. Throughout the process Terry's expertise in this industry was far above caters we spoke to. We knew her team would be able to navigate the nuances of our wedding venue and delivered above and beyond our expectations.
Chef Nick was equally great to work with helping us to craft the perfect menu that was delicious. Our guests shared that this was the best food they had ever had at a wedding and many appreciated the family style service. What we love is that we were able to select a menu that accommodated dietary restrictions without compromising on the taste. The staff ensured all our guests were taken care of while helping us keep to our timeline as much as possible.
In addition, Terry's referrals were equally valuable as they were all pro's and were able to provide great expertise and service. I would absolutely work with Cater Marin in the future and would highly recommend to anyone considering.
Chef Nick was equally great to work with helping us to craft the perfect menu that was delicious. Our guests shared that this was the best food they had ever had at a wedding and many appreciated the family style service. What we love is that we were able to select a menu that accommodated dietary restrictions without compromising on the taste. The staff ensured all our guests were taken care of while helping us keep to our timeline as much as possible.
In addition, Terry's referrals were equally valuable as they were all pro's and were able to provide great expertise and service. I would absolutely work with Cater Marin in the future and would highly recommend to anyone considering.
Patricia L.
Oct 07, 2021
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We loved working with Terry/Cater Marin for our wedding. She was so flexible, honest, and helpful with planning a covid wedding when restrictions were constantly changing. She really made our venue and timeline perfect. We were not organized at all and she came in, had great suggestions and just really did a great job with organizing the event and taking the stress away from us. This is all before the food!
The food was of course great too and reasonably priced. Her staff was also excellent during the actual wedding. All of our guests complimented the staff, flow of the party, food, and transitions. You can't go wrong if you choose Terry for whatever event you have going on!
The food was of course great too and reasonably priced. Her staff was also excellent during the actual wedding. All of our guests complimented the staff, flow of the party, food, and transitions. You can't go wrong if you choose Terry for whatever event you have going on!
