Vancouver Catering FAQs

  • Avela has served Vancouver for over 8 years and completed more than 1,000 events, earning a 5.0-star rating across 100+ Google reviews. We bring a chef-led, fine-dining approach to catering rather than standard banquet service—custom menus, full-service coordination, and hands-on execution led by Chef Evan for weddings, corporate events, and private dining across Metro Vancouver.

  • We’re based at 1222 Frances St in Vancouver and cater weddings, corporate events, and private dining throughout Metro Vancouver, including North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, and Langley.

  • We cater wedding receptions (plated dinners, family-style service, cocktail hour canapés, bar programs), corporate events (office lunches, town halls, brand activations), and private dining (chef’s table experiences, sommelier wine pairings, Omakase-style dinners), plus full event management including staffing, rentals, and day-of coordination.

  • For weddings, we recommend booking 6-12 months ahead, especially for peak summer dates. Corporate events and private dinners can often be arranged with a few weeks’ notice, though earlier is always better for securing your preferred menu and date.

  • Pricing depends on your event type, guest count, menu, and service style—there’s no one-size-fits-all rate. After a quick conversation about your event, we’ll put together a transparent, itemized quote with no hidden costs. Reach out through our Plan Your Event page for a custom estimate.

  • Visit our Plan Your Event page and tell us about your date, guest count, and vision. We’ll follow up to discuss menus and logistics, then provide a custom proposal—from first conversation through final event execution, we handle the details so you don’t have to.

Catering Services in Vancouver

From first proposal through final event execution and beyond, Avela provides an elevated, stress-free experience.

We prioritize transparent communication, tailored solutions, and flawless on-site execution—acting as dedicated client advocates to handle any last-minute needs with grace and efficiency.

  • Why consider us for your special day? Our team of chefs, bartenders, and servers brings a wealth of experience from Vancouver's best restaurants, promising an exceptional celebration that everyone will remember, no matter the occasion. Collaborating closely with you, we craft a standout menu that your guests will love, ensuring cherished memories that last a lifetime.

    We bring you the freshest seasonal produce, meat, and seafood available through partnerships with local farmers and artisans. We aim to cook unpretentious and approachable food that is not only delicious but memorable. Our goal is to deliver a truly unique experience to you and your guests.

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  • Avela’s drink development process thoughtfully considers your unique event, with a nod to the latest trends. We use seasonal & regional ingredients and rituals to create signature drink recipes for any occasion.

    To us, a successful drink menu is a beautiful journey to a new drinking experience and a representation of you and your event!

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  • Avela is your full service event management and planning partner. We absorb all the small details of your event, including venue selection, entertainment, design, transportation, catering, and more.

    We prioritize transparent communication and tailored solutions. On site, our liaisons ensure flawless execution and act as dedicated client advocates to handle any last-minute needs or concerns with grace and efficiency.

    We’re with you from start to finish!

We Take Care of People

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 FAQs

  • It’s easy! One of our event coordinators will work directly with you to confirm all the details. We’ll then send over a personalized proposal outlining your menu and beverage selections, rental needs, and any design or entertainment elements you’d like to include.  To officially secure your date, we require a 50% non-refundable deposit and a signed contract. Once that’s in place, the date is yours — and we can continue adjusting the details as needed leading up to the event.

  • Because every event is unique, we’ll work closely with you to create a custom proposal that includes a detailed breakdown of all costs — including food, beverage, rentals, staffing, applicable fees, and taxes — so you have a clear and comprehensive understanding of your event pricing.  

  • From passed canapés and chef stations to family-style dining and multi-course plated dinners, we offer service styles to suit every event. Want something extra? Think custom cocktails, champagne walls, or themed bar experiences—it’s all possible!

    We specialize in refined French and Italian; contemporary Japanese omakase and sushi; and modern farm-to-table Western techniques. We also offer Southeast Asian, Middle Eastern, and Chinese menus.

  • Yes! We take allergies and dietary restrictions very seriously. We will work directly with you to curate a menu that works for you and your guests making sure everyone feels a part of the dining experience. 

  • Absolutely! We love creating unforgettable bar experiences. Our award-winning bar team will craft custom signature cocktails, curate thoughtful wine pairings, and can even bring the fun with themed bar packages, Champagne sabering stations, and other interactive beverage moments. We also take care of all staffing and liquor licensing — so you can sip back and relax!

  • Yes, we coordinate and order all necessary rentals on your behalf through our trusted partners, ensuring everything is tailored to your specific event.

  • We handle it all — from staffing and logistics to ensuring everything runs seamlessly on the day. Our on-site managers are the first to arrive and the last to leave, overseeing every detail to meet our high standards. They’ll be your main point of contact throughout the event, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.  

  • Yes! Tastings must be booked in advance and require a $300 fee, which will be credited toward your final invoice if you move forward with the event. Tastings are subject to availability and accommodate up to four guests.

  • All event details—including guest count, menu selections, timeline, allergies, and rentals—must be confirmed no later than 14 days prior to the event. Any adjustments made after this are not guaranteed and will still be invoiced at the confirmed amount.

  • We understand things happen! At Avela’s discretion, deposits may be transferred once to a new date within one year, pending availability. All transfer or cancellation requests must be submitted in writing. If an event is canceled, reduced, or rescheduled within 14 days, all payments are non-refundable. Any non-refundable costs—such as rentals or custom orders—will be deducted from any transferable credit. Avela reserves the right to retain all deposits for cancellations made within 30 days of the event.

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