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Erika recently catered a party for my wife and I in Los Gatos, and for my father-in-law's birthday party in Saratoga last weekend. Erika really did a great job on both. She takes time before hand to really understand what her clients are looking for. She comes exquisitely prepared, everything was done just as we wanted, and she and her crew are lovely to have around. We really enjoyed the entire experience. And speaking as our household's resident dishwasher, I can tell you that I don't think I even touched a dish, and was really able to enjoy the party as much as our guests. Oh, and to top it all off - the food was delicious (my wife's side of the family are all Gourmet-magazine reading, Julia Child idolizing foodies - a tough lot to please - and they were all happy as well, which - trust me - is a pretty major accomplishment in the food universe). Did I mention she was also reasonably priced?
Anyway, great food, nice person, outstanding execution. I hope you'll give Erika your consideration to be your next caterer.
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“Erika - We were truly blessed to have found you as you are much more than a caterer. Thank you so much for your expertise and flexability. You are amazing! I can't wait to reccommend you to THE WORLD!”
“Erika - Thank you so much for being so spectacular! We honestly couldn't have asked for more and it far exceeded our expectations. I kind of feel like I'm losing a friend now that it's over. It would be great to see you again.”
“Dear Erika, I really enjoyed working with you. Thanks so much for your contribution to our wedding! You and your staff took great care of us and our guests. I cannot express how much I appreciate your food and all the special touches—the basket [of food for our hotel room], etc...”
Thank you very much,
—Christine and Chad
Subject: Wally’s Birthday Party
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Erika - you were amazing. I knew the food would be delicious, and beautifully presented, but you are a real artist the way you took those linens and made our patio look so lovely. Wait until you see the pictures. How you kept everything running so smoothly and always with a smile, was a wonder to us all - the food and wine just seemed to flow effortlessly. We had a great time and I was so RELAXED. I never enjoyed a party more. Thank you for being so sweet and gracious and making Wally’s birthday such a success.”
—Lois and Wally Trabing
Subject: Memorial Day Weekend Open House Party
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Erika - We wanted to thank you (and your delightful “crew”) for such wonderful work on Sunday. The food was so good, and you all were so gracious and friendly - we recieved so many compliments, and many, many requests for your name and number, so brace yourself for more biz.
You made it so easy and elegant for us, now we're going to have to think up more excuses for parties. When do you start booking Christmas???
Again, many thanks. You did a wonderful job!
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Sincerely,
—Don and Emily
Subject: Seasons Greetings 
“Once again, another wonderful evening and fantastic food! It helps more than you know for us to enjoy this special event and know that all of the food is taken care of. We love working with you and your incredible staff, whom always are the perfect team!
Thank you for your constent support and effort in making this our special holiday night! Wishing you and Jack all the best during this season.”
—Jerri & John
Owners of Outside In, home decor.
Subject: My Husbands 40th Birthday
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Dear Erika - Thank you so much for catering for my husbands 40th birthday. Everything was very delicious and the presentation was also so beautiful. You got all the great rave from our guests as well. I look forward to seeing you again soon.
Thanks again for making the party even more special and effortless for me.
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Sincerely,
—Tomoko
Subject: CASA Volunteer Catering Donation
“Dear Erika, Thank you for so many yummy treats! The appetizers were delicious. Your support of CASA is so appreciated. You made our event memorable.”
Subject: Everything is always so good!
“The turkey rice soup really hit the spot and the salad was fantastic! The pecans, feta cheese, & pears dressing were just a fantastic combination! ”
Thanks so much!
—Rebecca W.
Subject: FABULOUS PASTA!
“Erika - We enjoyed your delicious Penne Pasta dish at Bette's party and it was the most delicious Pasta dish we have ever had! In fact, all the food you provided was absolutely delicious right down to the mouth watering Lemon Bars! Wish you did parties in Folsom!”
—Michelle M.
Subject: CAN'T EVER THANK YOU ENOUGH!!
“I really mean it!! It was without a doubt the most fun I have ever had at one of my parties!! I am so very grateful to you Erika. Saying THANK YOU hardly does justice to how hard you worked, and how much I appreciated it. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU.
My nephew's wife, Michelle, asked me to send in a testimonal using her name, saying you made the BEST PASTA SHE HAS EVER EATEN. And as usual, I had the normal complaints THAT I DIDN'T ORDER ENOUGH LEMON BARS!! Your potatoes got tons of compliments also! Tonight we splurged and had Kelsey's favorite vanilla ice cream for dessert, and I had what was left of your Cherry Compote on it - yummy!”
Thank you again!
—Bette S
Subject: Arbor Cove holiday dinner
“Dear Erika, Thank you for the fantastic job you did catering our holiday dinner!
Everything was delicious and served piping hot right on time. You are so gracious and well-organized that you gave the impression that dinner for 35 was no trouble at all which, of course, contributed to the residents' sense of relaxation and well-being. I also very much appreciate your accessibility and flexability, it's alway a joy to work with you.
I just got back from the holiday and hadn't been in the office for five minutes when a resident came in and sais “That was a great dinner! I think it was the best party we've ever had!” Arbor Cove has been around for eleven years and every year there are about ten parties - so that is saying a lot!
I think you might be hearing from my son about catering his wedding this summer, I told him to hurry and book the incomparable Erika.”
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
Until the next occasion,
—Judy B
Program Coordinator
Arbor Cove Senior Commons
Subject: Bar mitzvah.
“Dear Erika, Thank you so much for the memorable luncheon you served our guests—close to 100 of them—on Saturday. The food tasted great and it was presented beautifully. The menu we came up with (composed salad with dried fruit & nuts, steamed asparagus with lemon butter, pesto pasta, chicken cassoulet, three gourmet pizzas, cheese board [gormet goat cheese], and a lemon sorbet in raspberry sauce from locally grown berries) was imaginative and delicious. I loved that it capitalized on the use of fresh local ingredients, and it was so perfectly attuned to our family's gastronomic preferences.
Working with you was a lot of fun. At the outset, I really didn't know what kind of menu I wanted. You started me off with a lload of good ideas and were patient and creative as we developed the menu over the several meetings and phone calls. I particularly appreciated how flexible you were with some of my special needs (goat cheese, affordable dessert, good strong coffee, etc.) This resulted in a luncheon that was just perfect for us.
Several impressed guests asked me for you name and phone number, I hope you share this letter with prospective customers. Based not only on our luncheon but also on the other two events of yours that I attended this summer, I'd recommend you to anyone, without reservation. Your the greatest: a Santa Cruz culinary treasure. Thanks for everything!”
Sincerely,
—Dori S.
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