A symphony of local ingredients, crafted into mouth-watering food. Crave Catering - Our Farm to Your What makes us special? Who are we?
If you’re looking for a catering company who delivers mouth-watering cuisine while treating Mother Earth with respect, give us a call. While we’ve worked with many corporate clients, we would love to hear from you. Please read (and eat) on, and if you’re interested give us a call when you’re ready! A little bit about Crave Catering:
We are a family-owned business located in inner Southeast Portla
nd; one that cherishes our environment, one that celebrates the bounty of beautiful ingredients in the Northwest, one that respects our staff and co-workers and one, of course, that specializes in crafting mouth-watering cuisine. Mark Lopez is our commander in chief and has been in the food business for most of his life. (In fact, he began planning meals and cooking for his family when he was 8!) This love for food inspired him to open a small Taqueria in downtown Portland over 13 years ago, quickly expanding into a full-service catering business about four years ago. As the catering business grew, the Taqueria was shed, the name was changed to Crave Catering and an International Chef joined the team to continue our progression. Our team of chefs and foodies are truly devoted to our planet, which means we do everything within our power to preserve its beauty. We care about where we buy our food, how our cows and chickens are fed, who we choose as partners and even who we choose to hire. We recycle, compost, and utilize efficient heat for our building; we employ biodiesel and hybrid vehicles within our delivery fleet, give back to the community and so much more. We’re co-founders and proud members of the Sustainable Catering Association, members of the Sustainable Business Network and received our RecycleWorks award. Simply put, sustainability is near and dear to our hearts and we plan to do 10% more each and every year. We are a bunch of crazy foodies who love food, adore the Earth, revel in beautiful presentations and adore people. Most everyone who works for us has been in the industry for most of their adult lives; this is their chosen career path. Everyone on our staff is well versed in service and what it means to really take care of our guests. We are truly thrilled to possibly work with you, be it an office breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktail party, holiday, birthday, a private dinner party, or even anniversary celebration. Cheers,
Mark Lopez
President
Crave Catering
06/07/2025
Oh the things you see and hear… today I was at the gas station filling up one of our vans and getting it ready for the team to go out to tonight for another fabulous wedding when I overheard the sweetest conversation the guy on the other side of the pump was having on the phone. I’m not sure who he was talking to but he thoughtfully said “ok, be safe.” It made me think of my almost 20 year old son and I wondered if he was talking to his son.
I finished pumping gas and was about to hit the road and noticed he was done too and off the phone. I couldn’t help but acknowledge his kind words to the recipient. I asked if it was his son, he said “no, it was my boss!” The owner of .and.wild
Well Shawn, it was a pleasure meeting you today and hearing your kind words. I look forward to connecting with you in the next ✨
03/06/2025
08/09/2024
🎉 Impress Your Clients with a Crave Catering Experience! 🎉
Planning a client appreciation event? Let us take care of the details with our gourmet menus and top-notch service. Your clients deserve the best – give them a night to remember!
08/06/2024
🚀 Boost Morale with Our Office Lunch Catering! 🚀
A well-fed team is a happy team! Treat your colleagues to a mouthwatering lunch catered by us. From classic comfort foods to health-conscious choices, we've got you covered.
08/03/2024
🌟 Perfect Summer Picnics with Crave Catering! 🌟
Whether it’s a corporate picnic or a family gathering, our catering services will make your event special. Enjoy delicious food and impeccable service under the summer sun.
07/31/2024
🎉 Celebrate Your Clients with Crave Catering! 🎉
Show your clients how much they mean to you with a spectacular dining experience. Our customized menus and exceptional service ensure every detail is perfect.
07/29/2024
🥗🍴 Office Lunches Made Easy! 🍴🥗
Why settle for boring lunches when you can have a feast? Our office lunch catering offers a variety of fresh and delicious options that will keep your team energized and productive.
07/25/2024
🌞 It's not too late to book your company picnic! 🌞
Celebrate summer with an unforgettable company picnic catered by Crave! Enjoy delicious, fresh dishes and a fun-filled day under the sun. Let us handle the details so you can focus on enjoying the moment.
03/11/2024
What your next employee appreciation could look like 🤩 Ditch the veggie plates and treat your team to a bounty of bites instead ✨️
03/04/2024
always delivers on the vibes 🙌
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02/28/2024
Behind the scenes of our seasonal roasted vegetable displays 👀 Everything prepped and ready to go!
02/27/2024
Cheers! We love a good toast 🥂 There's something special about a champagne toast to celebrate the important moments 💕
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Portland has a wealth of farm-to-table options – but only Crave Catering sources their ingredients from their very own family-owned farm!
Every one of our menus are bursting with items we've planted, grown, harvested, and prepared with our very own hands. Our chefs don't just pick produce from farmer's markets – they plant it and pull it from the earth themselves.
So you're engaged – and now you want to plan a reception that's just as unique as you are. Look no further than Crave Catering! No other Portland caterer reflects the city's special charm. With a seasoned team prepared to handle all sizes of outdoor events, we go where your wedding goes – be that at a campground, a remote vineyard, a rustic farmhouse, or anywhere in between.
So many of our guests have told their brides that Crave Catering's food is the best food they've ever had at a wedding! And with our dedicated ethical and ecological practices, you'll have the comfort of knowing that everything on the table is sustainable, fresh, and local.
Crave is your premier Portland, Oregon catering company for all your special event needs. We all know event planning can be stressful – but at Crave Catering, you're in good hands. With a culinary team boasting nearly seven decades of combined experience, you can expect cuisine that is nothing short of mouthwatering.
Whether you're planning a family reunion, bar mitzvah, a holiday party, or a blow-out company picnic, Crave is here to tailor your event exactly to your vision. And no worries if you've never done this before – our dedicated sales team is here every step of the way – from venue selection to menu planning to rental coordination, we've got your back!
Our sustainability practices don't end with our farm. We integrate the sustainability model into everything we do – from eco fuel in our chafers and compostable wares at our events, to efficient appliances and no-waste policies in our kitchens – if there's a way to be environmentally mindful about any of our processes, we're going to adopt it.
From pickling or preserving excess produce from our farm, to donating leftover food to the Portland Mission, you can rest easy knowing that the food at your event is being prepared as sustainably as possible. If you're looking for a Portland catering company that will provide you with delicious food while reducing your carbon footprint – Crave Catering is the way to go!
