Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Los Angeles
Founded in 1991, Taste and Company & Company has established itself as a premier catering and event planning service in Los Angeles. With over four decades of combined experience in culinary arts and design, our team specializes in creating unforgettable events through customized menus and meticulous attention to detail. Our founder, Chef Cynthia Mamukari, brings a unique blend of architectural expertise and culinary mastery, having worked with celebrities and industry leaders while pioneering eco-conscious practices. We prioritize sustainable sourcing, using over 60% locally grown produce and biodegradable materials, while offering specialized menus including organic, vegan, and no-added-fat options. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing relationships with high-profile clients and venues, ensuring every eventfrom intimate gatherings to large-scale productionsis executed flawlessly. Backed by decades of industry experience, we combine creative vision with operational precision to deliver exceptional service. Our teams expertise extends beyond catering to full event production, including dcor, entertainment, and logistics coordination. Recognized for our adaptability and client-centric approach, we have catered events for major corporations, cultural institutions, and private clients across the globe. Our dedication to environmental responsibility and culinary innovation positions us as a trusted leader in the catering industry, consistently exceeding client expectations through personalized service and uncompromising quality.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Special Occasions
Event Consulting
Gourmet to Go
Served areas
- Los Angeles County
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined culinary and design expertise.
- Our menus feature 60%+ locally sourced, sustainable ingredients.
- We provide full-service event planning and production.
- Our team has catered for major corporations and celebrities.
- We prioritize eco-friendly practices in all operations.
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Delicious food
Professional staff
Creative presentation
Eco-friendly practices
Services
Wedding Catering
Taste and Company & Company creates bespoke wedding menus tailored to couples' preferences, offering versatile options for diverse guest palates. Our team handles full production, from cuisine preparation to presentation, ensuring seamless execution. With experience at prestigious venues like the Annenberg Guest House, we combine culinary artistry with logistical precision to make your special day unforgettable.
Corporate Events
We specialize in corporate catering for product launches, premieres, and conferences, providing sit-down meals, buffets, or hors d'oeuvres. Our services include menu customization, vendor coordination, and on-site management to ensure professional execution. Clients like Sony Pictures and Creative Artists Agency trust us to deliver exceptional food and service that aligns with their brand image and budget requirements.
Gourmet to Go
This contactless delivery service offers customizable menus for celebrations, meetings, or office luncheons. Choose from standard eco-friendly disposable platters, VIP china service, or individual surprise boxes with artfully packaged meals. All options maintain our signature attention to detail and freshness, allowing clients to host events with minimal staff involvement while ensuring high-quality presentation.
Special Occasions
From birthdays to baby showers, we provide comprehensive catering and dcor solutions for personal celebrations. Our team accommodates specific themes and dietary needs while managing logistics to reduce client stress. With experience handling events for discerning foodies and large guest lists, we ensure memorable experiences through creative menu design and reliable service execution.
Event Consulting
We offer end-to-end event planning, including menu development, entertainment coordination, and aesthetic design. Our consultants guide clients through venue selection, vendor partnerships, and timeline management to create cohesive, stress-free events. This service integrates seamlessly with our catering offerings, providing a unified approach to event production that prioritizes client vision and practical execution.
People
Cynthia Mamukari
Owner & Executive Chef
With over 40 years in culinary and design industries, Cynthia founded Taste and Company & Company in 1991. A Syracuse University graduate, she combines architectural precision with culinary expertise, having worked with celebrities and at renowned venues like Joe Allen Restaurant. Her leadership emphasizes sustainability and innovation.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate functions, private parties, and special occasions with customizable menus and full-service planning.
Are eco-friendly options available?
Yes! We use 60%+ local/sustainable ingredients, biodegradable disposables, and offer organic/vegan menus.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we provide gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and no-added-fat/sugar/salt options upon request.
Do you serve areas outside Los Angeles?
We primarily serve Los Angeles County but can accommodate events in surrounding regions with advance coordination.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 3-6 months ahead for weekends, though we can accommodate shorter timelines for smaller events.
Can I customize my event menu?
Yes! Our chefs work closely with clients to create fully customized menus tailored to your preferences and event theme.
Reviews (6)
Btlfaen
Aug 17, 2021
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Cynthia is the consummate professional. Her food presentations are ABOVE Food Network. She has decades of experience in the food industry including 20-plus years in catering and a decade as a chef and restaurant manager. Her VAST experience in SO many cuisines is unmatched in LA or in southern Cali. She will suggest many combinations, and her prices are reasonable all things considered. She has had countless very satisfied customers from the small parties to large corporate events and everything in between. Please give her a call. You will not regret it. Again she is top notch.
Lydia Davies
Jun 21, 2021
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I have used Cynthia over the years and she ALWAYS surpasses my expectations. Not only is the food absolutely delicious but the visual display of the food is truly a work of art. I have referred Taste and company to friends and it is always a wonderful surprise when I show up at a party and she has catered their party too! HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Admittance Education Admittance Education
May 23, 2021
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Cynthia is among best in LA. We did boxed catering which was designed around Covid guidelines for my birthday party and it was a hit. We ordered appetizers, flat iron steak with fresh rosemary and foraged mushroom and fontina flat bread. Caramelized pear and apple quesadilla with tomatillo salsa. Pricing is reasonable and the quality is out of this world. I'd highly recommend.
Nancy Goodman Iland
Feb 22, 2021
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Cynthia of Taste and Company did the most 'Fabulous Party' for my Big Birthday! She made everything so easy for planning, taking care of all the little details and also made it covid friendly. The food was Amazingly Delicious and beautifully presented! Thanks for making my Birthday Party so special!
Francesco Gallo
May 24, 2017
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Once again it was just great! I have had Taste & Company cater several corporate events over the past few years with much success. It is most important the food is delicious and creatively presented; set up on time, and substantial. I am a very busy architectural project manager, so making one phone call is essential. Taste & Company takes it from there. They do it all and with style. Since I began working with this caterer, corporate entertaining has become the easiest part of my job. Thanks Taste & Company looking forward to the next time!
Jill Sorensen, Event Coordinator
I am in the corporate event planning business and have worked with Taste & Company since 2003. In this time span, Taste & Company have been the caterers for over 60 events, ranging from 100 people to 550 people, and I've never, ever been disappointed in any way. I know I can always rely on them explicitly to provide the freshest, best tasting food presented in a manner that befits royalty and at a price that fits my client's budget.