Lemon Zest is an event catering company, specializing in weddings. Our approach is rooted in refined simplicity in both culinary and hospitality. Based in Virginia Beach, VA

your event catering experience beyond food

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IT'S NOT JUST ABOUT what's on your plate

your 'piece of Cake' catering Experience

Wedding planning often feels like a basket full of 'lemons' - with countless choices and a load of big decisions. But fear not when Lemon Zest is on your team! We specialize in turning a bunch of those 'lemons' into a 'piece of lemon cake.' Our goal is to make the food service aspect of your wedding planning not only about amazing food but also a simple and enjoyable experience for you and your closest family.

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over 30 years of celebrating you

commitment to culinary excellence

strong
focus on hospitality

"peace of mind" booking process

booking process:
ouR Your way

booking process:
ouR Your way

book with confidence and Ease

book with confidence and Ease

1. Love Our Menu

Check our curated menu featuring a delicious variety that has proven to be crowd favorites time and time again.

2. Inquire with Us

Interested in having our team cater for your big celebration? Drop us a line, and we'll craft a custom proposal tailored to your taste within a few days.

3. Come for a Private Tasting

We invite you to have your private tasting with us before you book your caterer. Come for a private tasting, making the big booking decision a no-brainer.

4. Book Our Team!

Welcome to our VIP club! We are starry-eyed about the opportunity to treat you and your party. Your guests are our guests!

KNOW EXACTLY HOW YOUR FOOD WILL TASTE AND LOOK BEFORE HIRING A CATERER FOR YOUR BIG DAY.

private tasting info

YOU ASKED. WE ANSWERED.

PRIVATE TASTINGS FQAs

Where and when our private tasting will take place?

We host private tastings at our facilities in the Virginia Beach Oceanfront area and can schedule them on weekends, evenings, or during lunchtime – whatever works best for you. They typically last 1-2 hours.

how many people can come to our private tasting?

As many as you want! However, we recommend up to 4 people to make sure your preferences are honored and receive the highest priority. Otherwise, your private tasting may turn into a Thanksgiving-with-entire-family occasion.

is our private tasting complimentary?

Prior to booking our services for your event, private tastings are $55/person or $195 for 4 people, with $50 per each participant over 4 people. Should you choose to proceed with our catering services after sampling our food, the fee for your private tasting will be credited towards the total catering balance for your event.

can we have our private tasting after we book you?

You bet! Your private tasting is complimentary with our catering service. It is your opportunity to sample the custom menu you've chosen for your celebration and make any adjustments if desired.

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4. engagement session

This comes with a delivery of our style guide and wedding magazine to help you plan and prep for things as best you possibly can!

They worked closely with us to create a customized menu that perfectly suited our tastes and preferences. The presentation was exquisite, and every dish was bursting with flavor.

— Sarah, 2022 bride

“lemon zest served the best food we've ever tried!”

“Choosing Lemon Zest for our wedding was so easy!"

Their attention to detail and professionalism made the entire planning process stress-free. And the food? Simply outstanding! Our family and guests were blown away by their service.

— abby & james, 2023 couple

FOOD
SERVICE

A curated selection of all-time favorites

BAR
SERVICE

Zesty cocktails and open bar packages

Kayla, 2023 Bride:

"We've been to a lot of weddings with my now-husband, and the food at our wedding was simply THE BEST!!!"

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Katie & mark, 2022 couple

“From the delicious food to the impeccable service, they exceeded our expectations in every way.”

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