For over four decades, CK Catering has shared our passion for amazing events and catering with visitors to and residents of southwest, Michigan. We love our home and welcome the hundreds of couples who choose southern Michigan for their beautiful destination weddings every year. Over 40 years ago, our CK Catering roots started as a very small affair-namely church basement weddings and corporate events.
Today, we couldn't be happier with our direction and the opportunities we've had to work with hosts all over the country who inquire for catering services in southwestern Michigan. If you are looking to do the same, we invite you to read what others have said about their experiences with CK Catering and the area!
Today, we couldn't be happier with our direction and the opportunities we've had to work with hosts all over the country who inquire for catering services in southwestern Michigan. If you are looking to do the same, we invite you to read what others have said about their experiences with CK Catering and the area!
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In 1927, our founder, Leonard J. Hollerbach, bought a family restaurant, Country Kitchen, in Watervliet, MI. Having experience in catering he added this service to his new business venture. As the years past, the catering aspect grew in leaps and bounds. He sold the restaurant and built a large facility strictly for catering.
Our passion truly lies in wedding catering. Actually, we specialize in destination weddings throughout southwest Michigan and proudly and happily work with hundreds of couples from around the country every year to plan weddings of their dreams. Our lovely planners will communicate with you (no matter where you are!) about planning a southern Michigan wedding to make that vision come true.
Exquisite menus and professional catering service for southern Michigan corporate catering needs. For corporate catering needs in the Benton Harbor and southwest Michigan area, businesses turn to CK Catering for a personalized, professional and exceptional customer service experience. They also choose us for our amazing menus, creative presentation, on-time delivery and easy planning.
If you are one who works hard, plays nice, and enjoys good food, whether you are experienced in catering or just practicing, we would love to give you the opportunity! CK Catering is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Candidates are considered for employment with CK Catering without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Candidates are considered for employment with CK Catering without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Reviews (19)
Russell D. Campbell
Dec 26, 2021
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Just completely amazing! We hired CK Catering, for our daughters wedding in OCT 2021. From the initial communication, tasting, meal prep, service, and clean up - they far exceeded my expectations. The food was fresh, delicious, hot food hot, cold food cold. The entire staff were always professional and just great. All of our guests were amazed by the customer service, the quality of everything. I would strongly recommend CK Catering for all of your events!
Brenda L.
Dec 05, 2021
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David Anstead
Nov 24, 2021
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They catered a wedding for us this past July and I still hear about the cold food. I should have known when I went for the tasting.. but I was assured that the food would be warm for the wedding. This was not the case.. I spent a ton of money.. for cold food. AND.. they couldn't get the food out... there was zero organization or efficiency in getting the food out. Do not use them.
Lindsey Ancevski
Oct 05, 2021
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CK Catering was very easy to work with and on my wedding day, I never heard any issues from them. I heard a lot of my guests being problems with their meals, but the CK team and the Veranda serving team handled it very well. I heard nothing but great things from my guests! I even had a few guests tell me it was the best food at a wedding they've ever had.
I will say, though, some pieces were a bit over seasoned (mostly the green beans), but this was probably just one heavy hand on a batch, so I wasn't too worried.
I will say, though, some pieces were a bit over seasoned (mostly the green beans), but this was probably just one heavy hand on a batch, so I wasn't too worried.
Nicole Smithson
Oct 01, 2021
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Jeff Trybula
Sep 21, 2021
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Bob and the team at CK Catering are so awesome! They will help get you aligned with any of the things you need to serve your guests. They have so many different options of flatware, silverware, dishware, linens, you name it! I am sure they can suit any style or need for each type of wedding or event. But the best part.... THE FOOD! My wife and I showed up to the tasting and were completely blown away. We thought we had a solid menu idea and decided to try some other meals during our tasting and it made the final menu decision much harder than we originally thought. Every single item was cooked
Rose A.
Aug 25, 2021
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We were extremely impressed with the food quality and service from CK catering. We had a luau themed party for 50 people at my home. The recommended menu was perfect. They arrived at my house right on time and were thoroughly organized and prepared. I received many many compliments from guests on the food! The event staff were extremely helpful, professional and so kind and welcoming to guests....they felt like family by the end of the party. I found their prices to be very reasonable and competitive. CK Catering really contributed to making my party a success and a lot more enjoyable for me!
Eric Esch
Aug 03, 2021
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Sarah Snoeyink
Jun 18, 2021
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CK Catering was the caterer for our corporate event at the Black River Barn in South Haven. They went above and beyond to provide a great heavy heavy hors d'oeuvres-style dinner and were easy to work with. We heard nothing but great things from our guests; the food was delicious and beautifully presented. PC: Deming Photography
Steve L.
Jan 21, 2021
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We used CK Catering for our wedding in SW Michigan last October and were very glad that we did. They were great to work with through the whole process and (most importantly) the food was absolutely delicious! Our wedding was originally scheduled for June but was pushed back to October due to COVID-19. CK Catering was flexible with our date change and answered all of our questions we had regarding how we could modify the dinner service given the pandemic. They also ran an outdoor tasting in the summer that allowed us to safely taste all of the food options before finalizing our menu ahead of the
Kelsey O.
Jan 18, 2021
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When looking back on the planning of our wedding CK Catering was the worst part. They were just extremely unprofessional and they were a nightmare to work with. Everything up to the day of our wedding was a struggle with them. They tried to charge us more than the price they originaly quoted, then they actually overcharged us (double check your bill), extremely unfelixable, their front office staff was rude and difficult to work with. We had a COVID wedding and all of our other venders were willing to work with us CK Catering up-charged us for things that needed to be adjusted pre COVID guidelines
Dee V.
Jul 01, 2020
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I would recommend CK catering to anyone and everyone whether it be for a small or big event. Unfortunately we had to cancel our wedding a month before due to contracting Covid and other reasons ( we're so incredibly sorry for canceling last minute). There's no doubt in my mind CK would've exceeded expectations.
Not only are they very responsive to emails and calls, they remained helpful with any questions we had. Our families had done a taste testing with them, and everyone had loved everything CK presented. From the main courses, to the sides, and even the toppings. Everything
Not only are they very responsive to emails and calls, they remained helpful with any questions we had. Our families had done a taste testing with them, and everyone had loved everything CK presented. From the main courses, to the sides, and even the toppings. Everything
Darcy C.
Aug 07, 2019
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I was very impressed with CK Catering. We knew from the tasting event the food was good, but so many of our guests mentioned it. The flank steak with chimichurri was especially a hit, as were the garlic smashed potatoes. Bacon-wrapped dates and stuffed mushroom caps were great appetizers. It put everyone in a good mood to have a great meal!
One of our biggest worries about the wedding was that the food would be late - we've been hungry, irritable guests at other weddings and cared a lot about keeping guests fed. CK kept everything right on schedule!
I also want to give a shout out to Melissa
One of our biggest worries about the wedding was that the food would be late - we've been hungry, irritable guests at other weddings and cared a lot about keeping guests fed. CK kept everything right on schedule!
I also want to give a shout out to Melissa
Erika T.
Jan 25, 2019
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We hired CK to cater our reception at the Box Factory for the
Arts in January. I can't thank CK Catering enough for making this important day headache-free and so memorable. Everyone loved the food and unique presentations. The staff were incredibly friendly and flexible and a joy to work with. They made me feel so important, like this was the biggest day of the year for them and I know they are very busy.
I can't say enough positive about them but by far the most helpful thing was something rather unexpected. About 2 months before the wedding, I met with them over the phone and in
Arts in January. I can't thank CK Catering enough for making this important day headache-free and so memorable. Everyone loved the food and unique presentations. The staff were incredibly friendly and flexible and a joy to work with. They made me feel so important, like this was the biggest day of the year for them and I know they are very busy.
I can't say enough positive about them but by far the most helpful thing was something rather unexpected. About 2 months before the wedding, I met with them over the phone and in
Rebecca S.
Sep 21, 2018
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CK Catering was everything I could ever want in a wedding caterer and more! Bob and his team were amazing to work with throughout the entire process, and put me at ease while wedding planning.
The entire team were very responsible to emails and phone calls, and were very detailed in making sure that everything went off without any hick ups.
The set up, event and culinary crew were so friendly and provided great service. And I'm not kidding when I say this was the BEST wedding food I've ever had. I've had so many guests tell me the same thing as well. I was so impressed and so
The entire team were very responsible to emails and phone calls, and were very detailed in making sure that everything went off without any hick ups.
The set up, event and culinary crew were so friendly and provided great service. And I'm not kidding when I say this was the BEST wedding food I've ever had. I've had so many guests tell me the same thing as well. I was so impressed and so
Denise B.
Jun 04, 2017
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We used CK Catering for our wedding & could not be happier! To me, wedding food is usually so-so or, more often than not, just plain bad, so we were beyond impressed with the food from CK. It was seriously really good. Like really really good. (I want their recipe for their Cherry Balsamic chicken!) Everything was grilled on-site and served hot & tasted fresh and amazing! The food was a big hit with our guests. They were also really great to work with - very responsive & very friendly. I really can't say enough great things about them!
Apurva S.
May 09, 2017
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CK Catering was an absolute pleasure to work with. A group of 80 people from Chicago came in for a lake trip in Union Pier. Bob and Mark did an incredible job putting together a good hearty BBQ for our group on our first night in Union Pier. The chef they sent was also top notch and easy to work with. I'm really glad we had to use them and I suggest anyone doing an event in the area to consider them as well.
Jordan H.
May 21, 2015
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CK catering did our wedding reception. Food was a major concern to me because I've been to a lot of weddings that had awful food, and I wanted to make sure my guests got to eat something good.
CK surpassed our expectations! The beef that was served was extremely tender, the chicken was juicy, everything was delicious and amazing. Guests kept approaching us to tell us how amazing the food was and everyone really seemed to enjoy it.
They also offer lots of fun options, like different late night snacks, and they even set up iced tea and lemonade outside for our ceremony. They were very accommodating
CK surpassed our expectations! The beef that was served was extremely tender, the chicken was juicy, everything was delicious and amazing. Guests kept approaching us to tell us how amazing the food was and everyone really seemed to enjoy it.
They also offer lots of fun options, like different late night snacks, and they even set up iced tea and lemonade outside for our ceremony. They were very accommodating
Gary L.
Jun 11, 2013
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This is indeed as good as it gets!!! Wonderful Chef, and waitstaff! Food was excellent for my daughters wedding 5/2013. Nothing but compliments about the food served. The garlic mashed potatoes = the best you can have! Seriously wonderful food. The very large salad bowl with a perfect mix dished in every bowl. I tipped both the Chef and the two waitstaff ladies. The ladies were efficient, friendly and tireless in every aspect they were in charge of. They cut the cake and were perfect. If you are planning a catered party, do yourself a favor and use CK Catering. Your wedding, event, or party is