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    Simply amazing

    Wow, wow, WOW! We used Canapes since they were one of the preferred vendors for our venue. We had plated dinners for 100 guests. Guests chose from roasted chicken or beef tenderloin. We also added vegetarian and GF options for those guests who did not want beef or chicken. Each dinner was beautifully plated. We served hearty appetizers such as lamb burgers, mac n cheese cups and avocado spring rolls. We had several guests come up to us and tell us that it was the best wedding food they'd eaten in years. Their compliments were completely unsolicited. Canapes was worth EVERY PENNY.
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    Kerry D. Sent on 05/18/2023
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    Amazing food!

    Canapes did an awesome job catering our cocktail-style wedding reception. Staff were great and the food is AMAZING!
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    Whitney W. Sent on 11/07/2022
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    Delicious Food, Great Staff

    I’m so glad our venue (the Delaplaine) recommended this vendor. The food was excellent – even guests who had worked in catering remarked on the quality. Also, the staff at Canapes are pros – organized, responsive and committed to producing a great event.
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    Janiece L. Sent on 07/11/2022
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    Delightfully Delectable ✨

    JESSICA AND BECKY!!!!!! We owe you a million thanks! You two were simply amazing to work with as POC’s for Canapés. I have nothing but the yummiest things to say regarding our food and execution for the day. Professional, friendly and efficient are just a few adjectives. Even packed the groom and bride a box because we didn’t eat much! I really enjoyed the fact the guest felt special as well. I can’t say thank you enough for pulling our wedding together so nicely.
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    Kate Sent on 01/09/2022
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    Awesome Experience

    We engaged Canapes to cater our wedding for 101 guests. From the start, we knew the food at Canapes was fantastic, having been in the café a handful of times, and choosing them for our wedding was an easy decision. We had a general idea of what we wanted our wedding food to include, which definitely simplified our process, but Canapes has a huge repertoire for anyone who might need a little more guidance. We shared our sample menu before we booked our tasting session, and we were also provided a number of sample menus- this really helped to enhance our original vision with different items we had not considered before. When we got to our tasting, the food was even more delicious than we were expecting- and the presentation was so impressive. The team pours themselves into the food they prepare and it is so clear upon first look and first bite. Signing our contract was simple, and the contract and payment terms were reasonable and easy to understand. As our RSVPs started to come in, we learned that a number of our guests would have a number of dietary restrictions and would require special meals. This was no problem, and they happily accommodated and asked questions to ensure that they knew what our guests needed, and could prepare meals and selections that everyone could enjoy at the wedding. At the wedding, my venue had to provide its own alcohol, service staff, and equipment, but I do believe Canapes is able to provide these, if your venue does not require it to be in-house. On wedding day, amid the hustle and bustle, before we took photos, we were brought an appetizer tray to share which was great- because we were not participating in the cocktail hour with our guests. Even this small tray just for us was beautiful and delicious. When it came time for our reception, the salads and bread were just perfect- I could drink the honey basil salad dressing! The entrees were beautifully plated and just phenomenally tasty. What we really loved was that the entrees were a great size- everyone had plenty to eat. At other weddings we have been to, it seems that the entrée size is so small- but Canapes definitely filled our plates- and our guests could not have been happier. Our guests requiring special meals also made a point to thank us and let us know just how great everything was, and that they were so pleased that the caterer went out of their way to ensure their inclusion in dinner. Dessert- I am still dreaming about our cake- it was everything we wanted, and was again not only beautiful, but very tasty. We had a variety of cupcakes including one that was the flavor of our wedding cupcake. I would see a few of our guests taking 4-5 at a time and going back for seconds! And finally the late night snack- this was just the cherry on top of a perfect evening of eating. We needed some suggestions with this menu and Canapes came through with flying colors- our guests demolished the food and there were only crumbs left when we walked by! Amid the hustle and bustle, we didn’t have much opportunity to eat, but they very kindly boxed up our food which made for the best leftovers we could have imagined. We loved the food, our guests loved the food, and people are still raving about how wonderful everything was. I would gladly re-book Canapes for ANYTHING I ever need in the future and would happily recommend them to anyone looking for catering, a meal, or even just a treat from their bakery. Thank you to ML, Paige, and the rest of the team!
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    Sarah F. Sent on 06/09/2021
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    100% recommend!

    Canapes was AMAZING! The food at our cocktail hour and reception were amazing and guests complimented on it all night. The staff and bartenders were amazing all night and was there for any of our needs! We worked with Katie all leading up to our wedding and she always had great suggestions and was there when needed.
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    Kyrie W. Sent on 11/19/2020
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    More Than Just a Caterer

    Canapés is far more than your average caterer. In the midst of a pandemic, changing staff, having a baby, and a change in venue 24 hours before our wedding, ML, Katie and the Canapés team delivered a flawless wedding day.

    Both Katie and ML walked us through the process of selecting our appetizers, main course, and dessert. With literally hundreds of options, my husband and I were able onto try everything we wanted to during our tasting.

    Katie accompanied us on our 30 day meeting at our initial venue, helped layout a timeline, and kept me sane to say the least.

    Then when we changed our venue, Katie was right there to assist in deciding on table linens, tables, a completely new layout, decor, etc. Between Canapés and Strong Mansion, the unnecessary stress created by our previous venue and the new stress of coordinating the relocation with all of our vendors, guests, family and friends, was alleviated.

    Our guests loved the food, from appetizers to the 4 different kinds of cupcakes to choose from. No one left hungry.

    Canapés has it all. Delicious food. Hard working, dedicated, beyond kind staff. Tables, linens, decor, flatware, dishes, plates, etc. They’re your one stop shop.
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    Emi Sent on 01/31/2021
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    Would Recommend!

    We used Canapes as the caterer for our October wedding. The food was delicious and the staff was amazing. We got a lot of compliments from our guests! 10/10 would use Canapes again.
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    Jessica M. Sent on 04/22/2019
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    Very Flexible

    Most vendors are all booked up months before the wedding date. Canapes has enough staff to allow for 3 weddings in one weekend. We met and did a tasting which was WONDERFUL, while we were there they let us see the table settings and choose based on our color scheme, style, and taste. In addition, they were super flexible with us changing our minds about the menus and all over and over. They have been so helpful through everything.
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    Noelle T. Sent on 10/11/2019
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    Wonderful Service and Food

    Not only was Canapes amazing to work with but their food is delicious. We got to work with Jennifer and Katie, who are both fantastic. During our tasting, they listened to all our feedback about the food and took notes so the dishes were prepared just how we wanted them. We also had some very specific requests due to food allergies, which they took care of no problem. They accommodated all our needs, answered all our questions, and really made us feel taken care of the entire planning process and day of. We ended up needing to implement “Plan B” the day of the wedding due to weather and the staff made it such a seamless transition. There are only 2 points of critique I have. The first one is my husband and I did not have a drink ready for us for toasts after our introduction. We planned on doing “drinks in had” for guests instead of a champagne toast, but my husband and I had brought 2 very special champagne flutes specifically for the toasts. We left instructions to have them filled for when we got to our table after we were introduced but they weren’t there for us so we had to cheers with water after my dad gave the opening toast. Secondly, for some reason our vegetarian dish wasn’t served correctly and came without any sauce on it. We didn’t make any changes to that meal so we are unsure why it was served that way and unfortunately it did not look very appetizing and was told it only tasted ok. Besides those two critiques, we would definitely use them again for any other event we may have in the future and overall had a very positive and wonderful experience with them.
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    Cindy H. Sent on 12/06/2019
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    Perfection!!

    Canapes catered my wedding this past September, and I can sum it up in one word: flawless. I worked with Jennifer from the beginning and I couldn't have asked for a better coordinator. I walked into this whole wedding business without a clue what I was doing, and she was patient, kind and beyond accommodating. She was always there to answer questions and to help guide us when we needed help. As far as the food and drinks - impeccable. Our meals received rave reviews from all our guests, and every last cupcake was devoured! Next, service - absolutely spot on. All the staff were attentive and friendly and we never wanted for anything. And finally, decor and setup - absolutely wonderful. My now-husband and I snuck into the reception area before all the guests to take a peek, and the setup literally took my breath away. If you're looking for an absolutely fantastic vendor to cater your wedding, look no further!!!

    Canapés Catering's reply:

    Thank you for your kind review! All of us here at Canapés wish you many years of joy, laughter and love together.
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    Sarah M. Sent on 08/30/2019
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    Went Above And Beyond

    I was so impressed with the quality of service, and ability of Canapes to truly cater to our every need for the evening. They offer many different types of food for everyone and provided special meals to guests with food allergies. They helped with the seating arrangements and set up. They even made my cake. I couldn't have had my wedding without them. Our guests loved the food. The price was also very fair and reasonable.

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    Thank you Sarah for your kind review. We enjoyed assisting you and the weather couldn't have been more fabulous! Wishing you and yours the very happiest of days together!
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    Melinda B. Sent on 11/28/2018
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    Fantastic Food & Service

    Canapes made the wedding catering process easy. They were attentive and incorporated several revisions to our proposal over the entire planning process, providing great counsel along the way. There is an expansive list of food options and our guests raved about our selection, every item was fantastic! During our wedding, the Canapes staff made sure we received our food quickly and ensured our drinks were full. I would definitely recommend choosing Canapes!

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    Thank you Melinda! You and your family were a delight! All of us here at Canapés wish you a life time of happiness!
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    Amanda Sent on 10/29/2018
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    Delicious and vegan

    My husband and I are vegan and spent a lot of time trying to find a caterer to fit our needs. Canapés was wonderful. They created a vegan menu for our wedding without a second though. The food was delicious and the staff were very helpful!
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    Matthew Sent on 12/27/2017
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    We were a ThorpeWood wedding that had Canapes as our caterer and they were amazing! The food we had was delicious (BBQ with pulled pork and fried chicken)! Mike did a great job of making sure we were taken care of the day of our wedding. We had heard many horror stories of people not being able to eat on their wedding day, but he made sure that we got our fill! The tasting that we had at Canapes before the wedding was relaxed and easy for us to make a decision. Mike was able to give us good recommendations that allowed us to create the perfect meal for us and our guests. Throughout the whole process, they were very responsive and anytime there was a question or change, they were always accommodating. Thank you Mike and Canapes for helping make our wedding amazing!
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    Laura Sent on 09/26/2017
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    While planning for our September wedding, we knew one of the most important parts of the day for us would be the food – we are so glad we chose Canapes! We have been told over and over again by our guests that this was the best food they have ever had at a wedding and we certainly agree. However, it is not just the food that would make us recommend Canapes to anyone; it was the excellent customer service we received throughout the entire process of planning our wedding and the service that our guests received on the night of our wedding. From the very start, any communication we made was responded to immediately and our experience with the company throughout the process was incredibly professional. We had the privilege of working with Mike Delphey who assisted us throughout the entire process to pick foods our guests will love, to manage our many guests with dietary restrictions, and to help us make decisions (about everything from décor to drinks) that would help make the night a success while maintaining our budget. Mike was with us throughout the evening, assuring we had everything we needed, and our guests raved about his and his staff’s service. Every guest left feeling like they were important and well taken care of – and very full. We cannot say enough good things about our experience with Canapes and we highly encourage anyone looking for a caterer to use their excellent services!
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    Jenny Sent on 09/10/2017
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    Canapés catered my wedding at Thorpewood (Mountain Memories) and they are phenomenal! The food (butlered apps, entrees, and cake) was delicious. Mike was so accommodating, considerate, and helpful from the beginning to end. He also helped us select our decor. We also got our linens and bartender from Canapés. They are super professional, well managed, experienced, and easy to work with. My parents also had rave reviews for them! I am so happy to have had Canapés cater my wedding! 11 out of 10!!
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    Hanna Sent on 08/24/2017
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    If I could give Canapes 6 stars, I would. This vendor provides absolutely exceptional catering, but when you book them you get so much more than that. Our Canapes event planner Mike really acted as our wedding planner for the entire event, working closely with us on planning a variety of things, and was the focal point for many of our vendors, including the actual venue. The three dishes, many butlered appetizers, AND the cake were all amazing. Mike worked with us before the wedding, as well as during the wedding, to make sure that our day was absolutely perfect, and to make sure that we actually got to enjoy it as well. Canapes was the most important vendor for our entire wedding day. And again, I could not give enough thanks to Mike!!
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    Nicole Sent on 06/29/2017
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    The food as GREAT! My husband and I had our own personal server. Our personal server always made sure we had a drink, and greeted us after the ceremony before pictures with a drink and had a plate of food for us! Canapes was very accommodating to our needs. We did a plated reception and they were very good about checking with us for the courses to make sure the timing was right! their professionalism and time management was perfect, and the food was terrific!
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    Emily Sent on 11/15/2016
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    Capanes catered my October 2016 wedding. I spoke with Mike mostly and he was amazing! I must have sent him a million emails between our first consult and the actually wedding day. Mike responds very quickly and is very flexible and accommodating. During the wedding and at the end of the night Mike checked on us multiple times and even packaged up the leftover food for use to take home. The food was superb. My guests are still raving about how delicious it was. We did a family style dinner and it was perfect. The staff during the event were very professional. My husband and I had a very specific cake flavoring that we wanted and our wedding cake turned out wonderfully. I would definitely recommend Canapes to any bride.
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    Gina Sent on 11/16/2016
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    MIKE DELPHY AT CANAPES IS THE BEST. Canapes was a wonderful caterer to work with! My initial point of contact had left Canapes while I was planning my wedding, and about a month before the wedding, I met Mike, who took over. He had worked with my venue multiple times which made me so calm about the night going smoothly since the venue has so many catering rules and restrictions. Mike was super accommodating to all my needs and super responsive to my overly long emails and multiple phone calls.

    The day of the wedding, he took charge and I honestly cannot think of anything that went wrong. The tables, chairs, linens, plates, glasses, EVERYTHING was exactly how we talked about. Even down to the little cards I had asked be tucked into the napkins. Mike and his team are definitely willing to work with you and accommodate your needs.

    Lastly, and most importantly... The food was DELICIOUS. They have such a large selection and will create anything dish! All of guests loved the food.

    If you're looking for tasty food and 5 start quality service, just book Canapes. You won't regret it!
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    Cassie Sent on 10/24/2016
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    Canapes was amazing! I couldn't have hired a better caterer for the day of my wedding. They constantly kept in touch and responded so quickly to any little question I may have had. Food is phenomenal! We had our wedding at Strong Mansion and Canapes is their #1 recommendation... we called them first, had a consult and tasting and signed on the dotted line the same week! We didn't feel the need to look elsewhere... they gave us no hesitation and they work with Strong Mansion so closely all the time.

    They boxed up all the leftovers at the end of the wedding and sent them home with my parents. They set up everything so perfectly! The staff was a joy to work with. Mike was so pleasant to work with leading up to the wedding and also on the day of. John was also so extremely pleasant to work with. He was so friendly, accommodating and figured things out when I couldn't! He always approached my husband and I with a smile on his face and even made sure we always had a drink and made our plates for us (we had buffet style) so we did not have to get up from our table and serve ourselves.

    We also used them for table, chairs, linens, bars (not alcohol it self), staff, set up, clean up... basically everything you could need for your wedding!

    Above and beyond!
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    Samantha Sent on 10/26/2016
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    We worked with Canapes for our fall 2016 wedding at Thorpewood in Thurmont, MD! We worked mainly with Mike for the tasting and planning, and then with Mika on the day of our event. They were both amazing to work with- responsive, understanding and easy going. During our reception, Mika personally checked on my husband and I several times to make sure we had everything we needed and that everything was going as planned. The food was unbelievable- I still have guests asking me about the menu 3 weeks later! There are so many options, and everything is delicious! Prices are fair as well. I would highly recommend Canapes for all of you wedding and celebration needs!!!
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    Norma Sent on 09/22/2016
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    Mike was wounderful to work with for our daughters wedding at ThorpeWood. Everything went smooth and as planned. Food and service was great.
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    Katherine Sent on 09/06/2016
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    Canapés provided the most incredible food and decorations at my wedding. Mike kept the night moving and coordinated a fabulous wedding. The food was amazing...especially the appetizers. Everyone couldn't get enough of the food. The employees were professional and fun. Our wedding day was the most incredible day and we have Canapes to thank!
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