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Catering Comments
March 2013
"The concert was terrific and so was the food. Your servers did a yeoman job in getting the food out. They even did an end run outside to make sure everyone was served. Once again, so many thanks for all you do for Chor Leoni!!" - Dorothy C. (Chor Leoni)
October 2012
October 2012
"I just wanted to thank you again for a great catering experience with Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts. Chef Scott and the team were wonderful to work with and everything went very smoothly." - Alvina (Place des Arts)
August 2012
"We had a fabulous celebration and thank you for making it possible. The food and the service were impressive and everyone had a good comments about it. This is my first time using the catering company, but believe me not the last." - Ewa L. (Wedding Reception Catering, West Vancouver)
"Thank you very much. Everyone I spoke to was very pleased with the food and the service we recevied from PICA. The coffee was delicious and I had several people asked me what kind of coffee it was. Thank's again for the wonderful evening." - Daniel R. (Florist Supply)
"I just wanted to thank you again for a great catering experience with Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts. Chef Scott and the team were wonderful to work with and everything went very smoothly." - Alvina (Place des Arts)
August 2012
"We had a fabulous celebration and thank you for making it possible. The food and the service were impressive and everyone had a good comments about it. This is my first time using the catering company, but believe me not the last." - Ewa L. (Wedding Reception Catering, West Vancouver)
April 2012
"Please pass on my deepest Thank you’s to the Chef, Adam, and the entire team that worked at the church on Saturday. They did an amazing job and everyone was very very pleased. The staff was all so friendly and helpful, you are very lucky to have such great students in your program. I was impressed with the level of professionalism that everyone showed. I heard multiple comments that it was the best tasting buffet they had eaten in a long time. Again, I really appreciate your help in organizing this event! I look forward to working with you again in the future." - Christine (Shaughnessy Heights United Church)
September 2010
"I wanted to thank you for your hard work in bringing Thais' wedding together. Please pass along to Tim, Annette and their team that they did a fantastic job. Everyone, especially the bride and groom, were thrilled with the food and couldn't have been more happy. I have worked with quite a few caterers now, and this was one of the best experiences. They were exceptionally professional, hard working and I was so grateful to be able to relief on a strong group of people. Thank you so much! I am looking forward to next time." - DreamGroup Productions Inc.
September 2010
"Please give our compliments to all the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts' staff - the food was amazing." Chor Leoni Men's Choir Fundraiser
January 2010
"I would like to express our deep appreciation for the wonderful effort put in by yourself, your chef and your students. We received many compliments on the food - well done!" - Bryan M. | Simply Computing
October 2009
October 2009
"I would like to express our deep appreciation for the wonderful effort put in by yourself, your chef and your students. We received many compliments on the food - well done!" - Bryan M. | Simply Computing
October 2009
"Dinner was great ! Bernard and Jasmine were excellent as was the food. It was professionally presented and we hardly knew that they were here! Appetizers, both the lamb and chicken and the desserts were delicious. We all had a wonderful evening and our friends are still talking about it. Well done ! Thank-you and it was a pleasure dealing with you and meeting Bernard and Jasmine." - Jerri W.
October 2009
"I just wanted to send a big thank you to you and your staff for the wonderful job you all did catering my wedding. Everyone commented on how good the food was and the staff were very friendly and professional. Thanks for patiently answering all our questions. It was the best day of my life and I really appreciate your help in contributing to that!" - Rachelle S. (Wedding Catering)
October 2009
"Just wanted to let you know that the wedding went superbly! Everything was great--food was delicious, service was efficient, venue looked spectacular with all the candles and flowers, and my daughter was absolutely ravishing (no bias on my part)! She and Dan also really enjoyed their wedding, which is the most important thing. So I just wanted to say a final thank you! It was a pleasure working with you. You were extremely efficient, helpful, patient with all my queries and changes, and always very professional. I would definitely recommend you if I ever run into anyone who needs one. And we'll be back to P.I.C.A for another delicious dinner! Please also pass on our thanks to Carsten, Chef Bernard and his staff." - Colleen S. (Wedding Catering)
September 2009
"Once again you have made our 'At the Home with Chor Leoni' a marvellous success. We cannot do it without you! The catering & auction gift are more than generous donations! With sincere gratitude & warmest thanks from all the Men of Chor Leoni!
"Just wanted to let you know that the wedding went superbly! Everything was great--food was delicious, service was efficient, venue looked spectacular with all the candles and flowers, and my daughter was absolutely ravishing (no bias on my part)! She and Dan also really enjoyed their wedding, which is the most important thing. So I just wanted to say a final thank you! It was a pleasure working with you. You were extremely efficient, helpful, patient with all my queries and changes, and always very professional. I would definitely recommend you if I ever run into anyone who needs one. And we'll be back to P.I.C.A for another delicious dinner! Please also pass on our thanks to Carsten, Chef Bernard and his staff." - Colleen S. (Wedding Catering)
September 2009
"Once again you have made our 'At the Home with Chor Leoni' a marvellous success. We cannot do it without you! The catering & auction gift are more than generous donations! With sincere gratitude & warmest thanks from all the Men of Chor Leoni!
June 2009
"Saturday evening was a great success. The food was exceptional! Everybody thoroughly enjoyed it. Julian & the servers were fabulous – we could not have asked for a better team! Please express our sincere appreciation to them. Also please thank them for `boxing` all the leftovers – what a great idea! Our guests sure loved that they got to take home some great food. Thank you to you too for all your help. The evening ran very smoothly, so thank you. Thank you again." Ingrid & Bradley
"Saturday evening was a great success. The food was exceptional! Everybody thoroughly enjoyed it. Julian & the servers were fabulous – we could not have asked for a better team! Please express our sincere appreciation to them. Also please thank them for `boxing` all the leftovers – what a great idea! Our guests sure loved that they got to take home some great food. Thank you to you too for all your help. The evening ran very smoothly, so thank you. Thank you again." Ingrid & Bradley
April 2009
"Thank you for your help in this process. We were so happy with how our wedding turned out. My parents saved us some dessert and kept it in the freezer for us so we are still eating it and it's so delicious!! I would highly, highly recommend PICA to anyone else (and in fact, I already have!) And we appreciate you working closely with Sandy (our event coordinator) as well ... made our life so much easier. We had an awesome honeymoon and are now trying to set up our new place. :-)" - Kristin & Brad
"Thank you for your help in this process. We were so happy with how our wedding turned out. My parents saved us some dessert and kept it in the freezer for us so we are still eating it and it's so delicious!! I would highly, highly recommend PICA to anyone else (and in fact, I already have!) And we appreciate you working closely with Sandy (our event coordinator) as well ... made our life so much easier. We had an awesome honeymoon and are now trying to set up our new place. :-)" - Kristin & Brad
January 2009
"The appetizers were wonderful. Thanks to your chef and servers – everything went extremely well. Also to the pastry chef – the cakes looked and tasted fabulous! Job well done.Thank you again!!" - BC Institute PMAC
"The appetizers were wonderful. Thanks to your chef and servers – everything went extremely well. Also to the pastry chef – the cakes looked and tasted fabulous! Job well done.Thank you again!!" - BC Institute PMAC
September 2008
"Thank you, thank you, thank you!! Again you have made 'At Home With Chor Leoni' a resounding success. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The comments from the guests were full of praise. They are not used to such a wonderful meal in such glorious circumstances. You are part of the Chor Leoni Family and I trust our relationship will grow and prosper.
With affection." - Dorothy, Diane and all of the men!
August 2008
"I just wanted to send a quick e-mail to let you know how wonderful the PICA team was Fred & Shauna's wedding. Everything was as smooth as can be, and Chef Julian and Tim were great team leaders!! The students were discreet and hard working and all the guests really enjoyed the food and cake. I will very happily try and use you for future events. Thanks again!" - Sacha
July 2008
"Thank you all for the fabulous food at our wedding this past weekend at UBC Farm! We received so many compliments about the food & presentation." - Genevieve & Blair
May 2008
"FANTASTIC!!! Dr. Denton was totally impressed. You and everyone involved did a fantastic job...everything went off without a hitch. The servers circulated well and spaced out the food just like you said. Can't say enough good stuff. Chef Bond was totally fantastic. You are the caterer of choice in this office going forward....now I just have to think up more events to hold :)" - Dr. Denton Office (Open House)
May 2008
" .... and so where do we begin? A mere thank you simply can not convey our gratitude for all that you did for us. Truly, we can't thank you enough for the exquisite and delicious hors d'oeuvres as well as the imaginative and playful way in which they were presented (serving shrimp by way of chopsticks was brilliant!) Your attention to detail was first class and greatly appreciated. It certainly did not go unnoticed by our guests as we received many compliments on the execution thereof and the service provided. Speaking of service, the students must be congratulated on their grace and comportment. They proved themselves to be professional and most importantly, unobtrusive ---- and we thank them for that. Because of your talent, dedication and hard work our party was a huge success..." - Debby & Greg
May 2008
"Please pass to Mr. Julian Bond and his team many, many thanks and congratulations for an excellent job they did on the Chopin Gala Reception last Friday at the Chan Centre. Everything was great: the food was presented beautifully and plentiful and was vary tasty. The service was smooth and on time. I've received many good comments from our guests related to all those areas. It all contributed to the success of that important event to our society evening filled music and culinary arts. I will definitely recommend your service. I personally would like to thank you for your help in planning that event. It was a true pleasure to meet you. All the best to you and Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts members." - Teresa B. (Chopin Society)
February 2008
"Just wanted to thank you all for a great party, the food was super and the travelling chefs were great!!" - Janice D.
October 2007
"Thank you again for rescuing Chor Leoni. The food was fantastic." - Chor Leoni Men's Choir
July 2007
"Just sending a little note to thank you and PICA for the wonderfully delicious food that was made for my event on Saturday, July 28. It helped talking to you over the phone about the ordering process. Staying connected via email and providing payment over the phone were great time savers.
Debbie and Sheldon helped me when I came to pick up the food Saturday. I picked up some petits fours from the bakeshop and they were nice enough to throw in a couple extra pieces of torte. I appreciated that gesture. Thanks again." - May (Baby Shower Hors D'oeuvres)
Debbie and Sheldon helped me when I came to pick up the food Saturday. I picked up some petits fours from the bakeshop and they were nice enough to throw in a couple extra pieces of torte. I appreciated that gesture. Thanks again." - May (Baby Shower Hors D'oeuvres)
July 2007
"So much still to do for tomorrow but just wanted to say thank you SOOO much - last night was amazing! [Our wedding reception caterer] will have to really be on its toes to top that meal, and I have my doubts!" - Laura and Carlo (Rehearsal Dinner Hors D'oeuvres)
May 2007
"Just returned from a trip and wanted to thank you for a delightful dinner. As per usual we all had a great time. The staff were very attentive and were thoroughtly appreciated. We shall look forward to seeing you in the near future." - Alan and Pat (sit-down dinner @ their home)
April 2007
"We just wanted to thank you again and let you know how much we appreciated everything you did for us on our wedding day (and leading up to it too!). We were very lucky to have you take care of it and your extra-special personal touch meant a lot to us! - Carlo & Yvonne (wedding reception)
November 2006
"Just wanted to let you know we were very pleased with our dinner on Friday. The food was excellent as was the service. Job well done. Thanks for the attention." - Pat & Alan (sit-down dinner at their home)
September 2006
"On behalf of the Crafts Association of BC, I wish to thank you & PICA for the beautiful and delicious anniversary cake. Over 300 people attended the party and PICA's cake was a hit. We told everyone where they could purchase it from in the future. Thanks again and we look forward to working with you again." - Crafts Association of BC
September 2006
"I just wanted to thank you again for the great work on September 1st. We appreciated it so much. You guys were absolutely great. I will recommend you to all - and I will be ordering some pistachio mousse brownies in the near future! We can't thank you enough for all of your help in planning our party - you offered great insight into the wonderful world of desserts. We've been enjoying the leftovers! Thanks! " - Kimberly & Rhys (wedding reception - dessert buffet)
August 2006
"Thank you for doing such a lovely job of catering our wedding. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Working with Giulia was a pleasure - we knew all along how perfectly things would turn out. Thanks again." - Jennifer & Brad (wedding reception)
August 2006
"There are no words we can say to truly express our gratitude in your involvment with 'The Weekend to End Breast Cancer'. Thank you for being such a pivotal part in the fight to end Breast Cancer and for donating the cake for our fundraising silent auction. From the bottom of our heart, please let me thank you once again." - Lisa & Christine
July 2006
"A BIG THANK YOU for the wonderful food that PICA prepared for our wedding. Everyone has commented on how good the food was, and equal reviews for both the salmon and the chicken! Thank you!" - Christie & Ted (wedding reception)
July 2006
"I just wanted to thank you for all of your hard work and excellent organization for the party at Dr. McCaffrey's house on Saturday. Also thanks to the chef and students who endured the extreme heat and made it all look easy! Many people who may have future catering needs asked me where I found you as they were extremely impressed with everything. Of those who would not normally use a caterer, there were still many accolades about the food. All in all, none of us could have been more pleased with the way things turned out and the very reasonable price was a big bonus!
Thanks again, Giulia. I can't wait to try your restaurant next time I have guests to impress!" - North Burnaby Dental Group (dinner buffet at home)
February 2006
"I ordered a birthday cake and fruit plate for my husband's birthday party on Feb 4th! They were both fabulous. The cake was extraordinary and so beautiful. Everyone was in awe and wanted to know where it came from. And that was before they tasted it! Wow...delicious! My husband's surprise birthday party was a huge success, thanks in part to your delightful cake and fruit complement." - Susan M.
December 2005
"The pastries and shortbread you provided for our tea party, Dec.9, were a great success. They not only looked fantastic but were super scrumptious. There were many compliments for the Pacific Institute. Needless to say, there was no hope of me passing it off as my home baking!
Thank you for your help in choosing the pasties and organizing everything for us. Would you also pass on our compliments and thanks to the chef and the students." - Brent and Lillian
July 2004
"We wanted to let you and the staff know how much we appreciate the fantastic service and food we got from you! The food was delicious and beautifully prepared. Thank you so much for taking the time to go over the menu so thoroughly and thoughtfully, and for the exceptional attention to detail. We loved the food and our guests enjoyed themselves immensely. Thank you again" - Anne & Matthew (rehearsal dinner)
June 2004
"I would like to thank you very much for all your help in organizing the catering for our boat cruise on Saturday, May 29, 2004. I received many compliments on the quality of the food as well as the excellent service by both you and Kate. Everything looked beautiful and tasted wonderful. As well, I really appreciate how you took the extra time to make sure everything was perfect. Your attention to detail was obvious! It was a pleasure dealing with you and I look forward to talking to you again. We will certainly keep you in mind for our next company event." - Canadian Securities Registration Systems
