Catering, cocktails and events in Vancouver
Chef-led food, world-class cocktails and full event management for corporate events, brand activations, weddings and private dining.
WHO WE ARE
Avela is hospitality, done properly. A Vancouver catering and events company bringing approachable luxury, calm execution and real warmth to every event, from a dinner for twelve to hospitality on the world stage.
KITCHEN & BAR
Catering
Seasonal West Coast cuisine and a celebrated bar program, thoughtfully served, from intimate dinners to the FIFA World Cup.
PLANNING & SERVICE
Event Planning & Management
Staffing, rentals, timelines and on-site management, handled by one team so the day runs itself.
PLAN WITH US
What are you planning?
Weddings
Seasonal menus, a celebrated bar and calm coordination with your venue, planner and rentals.
Private Dining
Chef-led dinners at home, from a table of six to a party of 300.
Corporate Events
& Brand Activations
Launches, activations and client hospitality, in Vancouver or wherever your event lands.
OUR WORK
From private dinners to world stages
Range Rover House, Whistler
The full bar program and floor team for 2,500 guests over a seven-day activation.
A coastal wedding, Victoria
Signature cocktails, a family-style feast and late-night bites for the disco. 300 guests, Oak Bay.
FIFA World Cup 26
Pitchside hospitality across seven matches at BC Place: kitchen, floor and back-of-house for 8,500 guests.
HOW IT WORKS
You don't need every detail to start
Talk with us
Tell us what you know: the occasion, rough numbers, a date if you have one.
Proposal
Menu options and a service plan, with clear, itemized pricing.
Planning
We confirm details, rentals, staffing and timing with you and your venue.
Your event
Our on-site team runs the day from setup to the final farewell.
“Planning our backyard wedding + dinner with the Avela team was simply perfect. It was stress-free, the food was absolutely delicious, and everyone was wonderful to work with.”
Partner venues
Venues we know well
We work closely with these venue teams, so the food, bar and service fit the space from the first walkthrough.
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Dream Yacht Charters
Private charters on the water, with Avela catering on board.
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The Kent
A Vancouver loft venue for receptions, launches and dinners.
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SKY Hangar
An open event space for galas, launches and celebrations.
FAQ
Questions
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We’re based in Vancouver and cater across Metro Vancouver, including North and West Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey and Langley, as well as the Sea-to-Sky, the Sunshine Coast and beyond. Planning something further away? Get in touch. Travel fees may apply.
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We recommend reaching out as early as possible. Peak dates from May to September and in December often book months in advance, and weddings are typically secured 9 to 12 months or more ahead. Working with a shorter timeline? Contact us to check availability.
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We quote every event individually. Once we’ve connected with you to understand your vision, priorities and budget, we’ll prepare a detailed proposal covering catering, staffing, rentals, fees and taxes, built specifically around your event.
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Our menus are curated by our culinary team: every dish is developed, tested and refined to be served at its best at events, whether it’s a passed canapé or a seated course. If you have something specific in mind, our chefs are happy to create a bespoke menu for your event. Additional fees may apply.
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We take allergies and dietary restrictions seriously and our chefs plan around them, with plenty of vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options. We aren’t an allergen-free facility, so please share any serious allergies with us at least 14 days before your event and we’ll walk you through exactly how each dish is prepared.
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Yes. Every event is staffed by our own trained team, led by an on-site event manager and chef who oversee everything from setup to tear-down. We don’t outsource to agency staff, so you can count on a team that knows our menus, standards and service style inside and out.
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Yes. Through our trusted rental partners, we take care of everything from tableware, linens and glassware to serving pieces and more, selected to suit your menu and event. We handle ordering, delivery, pickup and returns, so you don’t have to source or manage a thing. Rentals are itemized in your proposal.
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Yes. For larger or more complex events, we offer menu and cocktail tastings so you can experience our food and drinks before the big day. Tastings are held at our Vancouver office Monday to Thursday evenings, after 5 pm, and the tasting fee is credited to your final invoice when you book with us.
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Your date is confirmed once we receive your signed contract and a 50% non-refundable deposit. From there, we’ll keep refining the details with you.
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Guest count, menu, timeline, dietary needs and rentals are finalized 14 days before your event.
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Deposits are non-refundable. Cancellations, reductions or date changes within 14 days of your event may forfeit all payments made. Full terms are outlined in your contract.
PLAN YOUR EVENT
Tell us what you're planning
You don't need every detail yet. Share what you know, and we'll help shape the rest.
Or email hello@avelacatering.com · (604) 657-2433