About A Catered Affair
Good food is expected
What sets us apart is how the entire event comes together.
A Catered Affair was built with one goal in mind: to make events feel smooth, organized, and fully handled from start to finish. We create exceptional experiences through teamwork, integrity, and care, honoring every commitment we make.
Our Philosophy
Events run better when the details are handled well. Timing, flow, and execution matter, especially in spaces that aren’t built for food service.
Founded by Kellie, whose background in critical care nursing shaped a steady, detail-focused approach to planning and execution. Timing, details, and flow are handled so everything runs smoothly, one event at a time. That’s what A Catered Affair is built around.
Every event is planned with intention, with backup plans in place so if something shifts, everything continues to run smoothly. Whether your event is at a private property, under a tent, or in a venue without a working kitchen, everything is designed to work within your space.
Every detail,
beautifully handled.
With decades of experience and hundreds of events served each year, the focus is simple: clear planning, steady execution, and a team you can rely on.
What That Means For You
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You’re not managing the timeline or troubleshooting issues
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Your event stays on schedule and runs the way it should
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Your guests are taken care of without confusion or delays
Behind the scenes, there’s a team focused on getting it right. Not just in the food, but in how the entire experience comes together.
The Team Behind It
In the kitchen, on the floor, and behind the scenes.
A Catered Affair is powered by a team that knows how to execute. In the kitchen, on the floor, and behind the scenes.
Every role is focused on timing, communication, and follow-through, allowing events to run smoothly without added stress on you. The team shows up prepared, understands the plan, and adjusts as needed to keep everything on track.
There’s a shared standard. Take care of the guest, support each other, and get the details right, creating events that feel organized, comfortable, and well-paced.
It’s not just about serving food. It’s about being present, attentive, and steady throughout the entire event.
Many of our team members have been with us for years, bringing a level of consistency you can feel throughout the event.
Founder
Kellie Bryson
Loves her family, is an iced‑tea snob, and believes chocolate chip cookies win every time (unless there is a great brownie in the room).
General Manager
Amy Richardson
Amy’s happy place includes family, faith, and a bowl of queso. When she’s not tending to her plants, she’s volunteering at her favorite camp and spreading kindness.
Catering & Event Specialist
Michele Harbin
Mom first. Foodie always. Dog lover forever. Moscow Mule approved.
Chef
Mark Slagle
Loves dogs (especially Comet, his petite shih tzu), rock music and feeding people
Chef
Marco Donis
Loves his family, runs on black coffee, believes it’s always a good time for a great steak, and finds his joy in helping others.
Our Mission
We create exceptional experiences through teamwork, integrity, and care, honoring promises for our clients, our community, and each other.
Our Approach
Every event is different, and so is every menu.
We start with a discovery call to understand your vision, your preferences, and any dietary needs. From there we build something completely custom, not adapted from a template.
Transparent pricing is part of that commitment. Most couples spend between $30 and $50 per guest. We price based on guest count, season, and booking status, nothing else.
Why Nashville Chooses A Catered Affair
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Decades of Experience
We’ve seen every possible scenario and know how to handle what comes up.
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Custom Menus
Every menu is built specifically for you after our discovery call.
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Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. You’ll know exactly what to expect from day one.
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Full-Service
Setup, service, cleanup. All of it. Handled.
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Dietary Accommodations
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergy-specific. Every guest taken care of.
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Presentation
Insta-worthy plates, stations, and experiences that will WOW your guests!