Purple Onion Catering Co.

Let’s fiesta! 💃🏻 Having some Cinco de Mayo fun today with the freshest ingredients! 🫔🫘🌽🍅

𝕮𝖔𝖗𝖓 𝕿𝖆𝖒𝖆𝖑𝖊
Corn Crème | Salsa Verde | Black Bean Salsa | Queso Fresco

#caterer #catering #vacaterer #vacatering #events #dcevents #destinationdc #dccool #weddings #event #platedentree #vegetarian #vegetarianfood #tamale #corntamale #cincodemayofood #cincodemayo #foodstagram #foodie #instafood #plated

When you have that warm sunlight creeping in, sweet melodies of the string quartet playing in the background, and a garden of fresh greenery haloing over, you have the perfect mood for the dreamiest of weddings! Love these shots from Margaret and Bobby’s wedding last year! Dreams do come true!

Photo: @vincehaphotography
Venue: @fonarboretum @mtghospitality
Planning: @beaconandberkeley
Floral: @ash_to_oak
Catering: @purpleonioncateringco @cassdelisle
Rentals: @selecteventgroup
HMU: @georgetownbride
Entertainment: @eetalent

#weddings #wedding #dcweddings #dcwedding #events #eventprofs #dcevents #caterer #catering #dc #destinationdc #dccool

…And we call this artistic masterpiece,
The Black Bean Cake 👨🏻‍🎨🎨 A lovely plated vegetarian entree that is a true work of art!

𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐤𝐞 | Red Beet Puree | Elotte | Crema | Tajin

#vegetarian #platedentree #plated #lunch #vegetarianfood #caterer #catering #corporatedinner #weddings #events #eventprofs #vawedding #vegetariandish #blackbean #foodstagram #igfood #foodie

This gorgeous 180 view of the water has us in the most optimal relaxation state of mind as we close out a very busy week! Ahhh so peaceful 😌👌🏼

Photo: @masonphotography
Video: @corkandbannerfilms
Venue: @thewharfdc Dockmaster Building
Catering: @puprleonioncateringco
@cateringeventdesigner
Florals/Decor: @tierra_events

#weddings #waterfrontwedding #vaweddings #caterer #catering #naturallight #events #eventprofs #vacaterer #wharfdc #dcweddings #dcweddings #dcevents

The weather is nice and it’s finally crab season in the DMV! 🦀 We are widely known for our delicious Mini Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and it’s no secret that these have always been one of our top selling hors d'oeuvres for years!

Venue: @wineryatbullrun
Photographer: @stephaniemessickphoto
Caterer: @purpleonioncateringco
Florist: @flowersbylisava
Baker: @ediblesincredible
Stationery Designer: Sarah Labadie

#crabcake #crab #crabseason #dmv #horsdoeuvres #passedapps #catering #caterer #vacatering #vacaterer #weddings #events #eventprofs #appetizers #passedappetizers

Pastels and a rustic wood table combo have always been our cup of tea 🫖💕

#tablescape #weddings #caterer #catering #vacaterer #vaweddings #plated #entree #plateddinner #events #eventprofs #reception #rusticwedding #springwedding

Let’s run away together! 🗺📍We love it when our couples add their own personal touch to their wedding details! I & K shared their love for travel by incorporating their favorite destinations into their table numbers, how fun is this?!

Venue: @tranquilityfarmweddings
Planning: @b.mingled
Photography: @maddywilliamsphotography
Florals: @creationsinbloom
Hair & Makeup: @jdmakeupartist
Catering: @purpleonioncateringco @paigecevents
Cake: @fluffythoughtscakes
DJ: David Grimm
Dress: @couturebridalmd

#weddingdetails #wedding #tablesetting #themedwedding #weddingtheme #events #destinationwedding #eventprofs

🥕The Easter Bunny dropped off some fresh carrots for us yesterday, so what do we have now? A beautiful, rich and delicious Carrot Cake! Hope you all had a wonderful Easter weekend!

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐤𝐞
Cream Cheese Frosting | Cake Crumb | Shaved Pineapple | Carrot Crisps | Pecan Brittle

#carrotcake #carrot #springdessert #springdesserts #plated #plateddessert #desserts #dessert #eventprofs #events #wedding #reception #vacatering

One great thing about the month of April are the little bursts of rain showers that give way for fresh new greenery to grow, grow, grow! Until then, let us bask in this warm weather while we have it!

Photo: @alicialaceyphoto
Venue: @stonetowerweddings
Planning: @theonemomentevents
Catering and Donuts: @purpleonioncateringco @paigecevents
Florals: @sophiefelts

#springwedding #springflorals #weddingdetails #wedding #events #eventprofs #event #weddings #weddingdetails #reception #vaweddings #vacatering #caterer

…You make my heart melt 🧀❤️ Happy #NationalGrilledCheeseDay! Cheese lovers, this one’s for you!

Introducing one of our newest Desserts on our menu, our Berries & Cream Bread Pudding! It’s the nostalgia of grandma’s bread pudding baking in the oven and fresh berries with a modern plated design that makes this the ultimate dessert for spring! 🥰

𝑩𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔 & 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎 𝑩𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝑷𝒖𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈
Caramel Brush | Cream Cheese Frosting | Streusel Crumble | Strawberry Dust | Fresh Berries

#plateddessert #desserts #weddings #events #caterer #catering #vacaterer #vavatering #breadpudding #chef #pastry #pastrychef #evenrprofs #wedding #event #brunch #dessert

In honor of our angel, Kate, we share a few highlights from her Wish Upon a Wedding last year. It was a perfect setting for an intimate celebration, spring florals in blue and yellow highlight the room and melodies of a string quartet playing in the background. It was such an honor to cater for such a beautiful soul and we are grateful to be a part of her special day. Sending love to all those that her heart has touched 💜

Photo: @elosiniophoto
Planning & Design: @pentopaperevents
Coordination & Decor: @lissamarieweddingsandevents
Venue: @stonetowerweddings
Baker: @thewoodenspooncakery
Rentals: @dcreventrentals
Florals: @floriography_va
Signage: @paperkateco
Music: @atokastringquartet
Wish Upon a Wedding: @wishuponawedding

So darlin, darlin won’t you stand Banh Mi? 😊

Banh Mi Canapés
Stationary hors d'oeuvres

Photo: @krystanormanphotography
Planning: @theonemomentevents
Venue: @stonetowerweddings
Catering: @purpleonioncateringco @paigecevents

#horsdoeuvres #appetizers #banhmi #events #catering #vacatering #weddings #cocktailhour #vaevents #caterer #eventprofs #canapé #wedding #vacaterer

Don’t be fooled, these Sausages are completely Vegan! 😱 Possible!

Beyond Sausage Plated Entree
Roasted Almond Romesco | Basil Pesto | Black Lentils | Broccolini

#vegan #vegetarian #meatlessfriday #caterer #catering #vacaterer #vacatering #vegetarianfood #beyondsausage #platedentree #plateddinner #wedding #events #eventprofs

Yesterday we launched our new and revamped Dessert Menu with the team! 🍓Chef Kyle and Pastry Chef, Joel, have been working hard on a new menu rollout and we are excited to share with you all! All new plated desserts are now available on our Wedding and Event Menus. Stay tuned for Dessert highlights on future posts! Yumm!! 😋

Back into full bloom this past weekend- And we’re not just talking about the cherry blossoms!🌸 We’ve had a busy weekend with half a dozen weddings over the weekend! Wedding season is starting and we love the energy!

Ps. How adorable are these “cherry blossom” chargers?! Love!!

Photo: @heatherchippsphotography
Planning: @laura_dee_events
Venue: @shadowcreekweddings
Florals: @eventstudio
Catering: @purpleonioncateringco

#weddings #weddingseason #events #eventprofs #placesetting #wedding #vawedding #caterer #catering #vacaterer #springwedding #chargerplates #reception #plated

📣New Job Opportunities available!! We are hiring multiple positions for Event Designers and Warehouse Team Members to join our Purple Onion family! 💜 We are seeking hard working individuals interested in working in the events industry, contact us for more details! Talk soon!

Ever had a vegan scallop? Let me introduce you to our Oyster Mushroom Scallops! 🍄A beautiful vegan dish to satisfy that scallop craving!

Oyster Mushroom Scallops
Charred Scallion Coulis | Corn Pure | Black Lentil | Grilled Corn Succotash | Burnt Scallion

#vegan #scallops #mushroomscallops #caterer #catering #vacaterer #vegetarian #entree #dinnerentree #plated #platedcourse #plateddinner #veganentree #vegandinner #events #eventprofs #meatlessfriday

We are officially roll-ing into spring with our Vietnamese Spring Rolls! 🌿🌸

#caterer #catering #vacaterer #vacatering #weddings #events #eventprofs #springroll #spring #passedapps #horsdoeuvres #vaevents #dcevents #peanutsauce #asiandippingsauce #springrolls

It’s a beautiful morning! Spring weather is upon us and flowers are starting to bloom! Q: Where are your to-go spots to view cherry blossoms other than the tidal basin? We’d love to hear! Comment below!

Venue: @stonetowerweddings
Catering: @purpleonioncateringco

#weddings #wedding #caterer #cake #catering #events #eventprofs #vaweddings #dcevents #bloom #cakeflorals #event #weddingcake #springwedding

With a touch of green and a centerpiece of gold, luck illuminates all around! 🍀✨ Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!

Venue: @raspberryplainmanor
Catering: @purpleonioncateringco

#weddings #wedding #stpatricksday #touchofgold #weddingdetails #greenery #centerpiece #events #eventprofs #caterer #catering

Soaking in this lovely weather today and we can’t wait to hold outdoor events soon! We are ready for you, spring! 🌸🌿

Photo: Bethanne Arthur Photography
Venue: @murrayhillevents
Catering: @purpleonioncateringco

#weddings #outdoorweddings #wedding #eventprofs #events #vaweddings #caterer #catering #springwedding #outdoorreception

Bringing a little burst of color to you this Friday with our Roasted Acorn Squash! 🎨 This Vegan Entree is as pretty as a painter’s palette, surely a work of art! 👨🏻‍🎨

Roasted Acorn Squash
Garbanzo Quinoa Salad | Crisp Tofu | Sauteed Spinach | Roasted Tomato

#caterer #catering #vacaterer #cacatering #vegan #veganentree #plated #platedentree #dinnermenu #vegetarian #veggiefood #weddings #events #eventprofs #instafood