Terra Catering was founded in 1998 by chef-owner Jeff Rossman and operates as a division of Terra Hospitality Group. The business serves weddings and corporate events across San Diego County, plus a dedicated corporate boxed-lunch program (LUNCH4U). Food is prepared at a central kitchen and finished on-site with portable ovens and fryers rather than transported hot-held, a model the business contrasts with hotel-style hot-holding. Bartenders are LEAD- and RABS-certified through the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
Terra Catering publishes one of the more complete rate cards found in this county's pool, along with a specific deposit and payment schedule.
Starting rates, food only: Chef's Buffet from $28/person, Plated Dinner from $35/person, Interactive Stations from $45/person, Cocktail Reception from $28/person. The LUNCH4U corporate boxed-lunch program starts as low as $16/person with a 30-guest minimum. Tastings are $25/person, credited toward the booking once confirmed. Payment terms: a 25% deposit at signing, a second 25% deposit 120 days before the event, and the balance due 14 days before the event, with payment plans available on request. The business recommends booking at least 6 months ahead, a year or more for peak-season weddings, and arrives 2-3 hours before an event to set up.
Absolutely outstanding catering experience. They prepared a beautiful holiday dinner for 30 people, and every dish was delicious and perfectly executed. The charcuterie spread, short ribs, rosemary truffle potatoes, and flourless chocolate cake were all huge hits.
We hired Terra to cater our 10 year vow renewal and it did not disappoint. The food was amazing, everyone raved about it. The meat was very tender and the tray passed appetizers were a huge hit. 10/10 recommend the bacon wrapped dates!
We hired Terra for our daughter's wedding reception in June. Chef Jeff made some delicious Mexican food for our event. It was amazing. The tasting kept us looking forward to the main event! Everyone loved the food at the wedding.
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