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Dear Readers, This month, we are highlighting a lively reception at a private home on Johns Island. This night was full of laughter, smiles, love and good times, and we were honored to be a part of their special day.   Follow along as we walk through and admire the dining, details, couple and more! With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Couple: Dressed in elegance, the newlyweds spent their night laughing with family and friends and dancing on the dance floor! Surrounded by love and celebration, it was nothing short of a night to remember. The Dining: The cuisine was exquisite, to say the least! Our fried oyster bites, petite crab cakes and sweet potato biscuits made their way around all evening, and surely, they were a hit! Champagne paired with hors d’oeuvres… chef’s kiss! The Details: The details of the evening were spectacular! From the unique guest list to the custom koozies, florals, tent and cake topper, the details were out to shine. The Venue: Hosted at a private waterfront home on Johns Island, the views were to-die-for. As most Lowcountry venues do not offer on-site culinary outfits or kitchens, we are proud of our

Dear Readers, This month, we’re highlighting a boo-tiful Fall reception at The Parsonage! From the greenery to the table placements, this evening was a night full of all things love, Fall and Halloween! Keep scrolling to admire the true beauty of the couple, venue, and of course, the dining. With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Couple: This reception was a true reflection of “Til Death Do Us Part.” The couple spent their day enjoying the little things. From the mimosas all the way to the grand departure, there was never a moment uncherished. It was an honor to be a part of their spectacular evening! The Dining: The cuisine served on this special night was unforgettable! Various small bites made their way around throughout the evening. After delicious Petite Crawfish Pies and Crab & Corn Fritters, the guests filled up on Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits, Grilled Bruschetta Chicken and Carved Beef Tenderloin. Saving the best for last, the guests topped it all off with Hamby’s special Pumpkin Pie Bites. It is safe to say that these ghouls and gals left with their bellies in the Halloween spirit! The Details: From the gold cutlery and floral

Hamby Catering & Events is thrilled to announce their seventh consecutive year winning Charleston’s Choice Best Caterer, as voted by the readers of The Post & Courier. This year also marks the second year of Hamby Catering winning Best Meal prep, a nod to their offerings at their brick and mortar Market. “Here at Hamby, we are truly honored to have won not one, but two awards at this year’s Charleston’s Choice Awards,” said President and Owner Candice Hudnall. “We are beyond thankful for our amazing supporters and thier unwavering love and trust, we truly could not do this without them. So, to our clients, supporters and friends, thank you,” said Hudnall. “We are thrilled to have our culinary feats honored once more, and I cannot be more grateful for our team’s continued dedication to all things timeless, Southern and inventive,” said Executive Chef Dawn Sanders. This has been a year of wins and growth for Hamby Catering as it recently opened its flagship event venue, The Rutledge Room, located at 207 Rutledge Ave. Hamby Catering cultivated a new menu exclusive to the space, offering a wide range of elevated bites and offerings. In partnership with Stay Duvet, The Rutledge

Dear Readers, This month, we are highlighting a beautiful, electric and fun-filled Bar Mitzvah-themed 40th birthday celebration! From the neon lights and lively dance floor to the delicious cuisine, this night was truly one to remember. Follow along as we walk through and admire the dining, details, venue and more! With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Occasion: Birthday celebrations never get old… but this Bar Mitzvah-themed night was unforgettable! The man of the evening started off his 40th year dancing under the disco ball, dining on delicious cuisine and celebrating with all of his loved ones! It was an honor to be a part of his special night. The Dining: The cuisine was an absolute delight! A vast assortment of hors d’oeuvres and delectable sweets made their way around the venue all evening long, tempting guests to savor the main courses. From custom-made sushi to comforting Southern classics, it’s safe to say that our guests left with full bellies. The Details: With shimmering disco balls overhead, guests enjoyed sweet treats while grooving on the lively dance floor. An elegant ice sculpture in the shape of the number 40 added a touch of frozen artistry

Timeless, Southern, Inventive, three words used to describe Hamby Catering, can now be extended to the company’s flagship event venue, The Rutledge Room. In partnership with Stay Duvet, Charleston’s leader in curated and quality vacation rentals, The Rutledge Room by Hamby Catering aims to offer an intimate space to host, enjoy and entertain. 207 Rutledge Avenue has had hospitality instilled in its foundation since its construction in 1855, and more recently as the site of the famed Hominy Grill. The three unique spaces of The Rutledge Room include an entry room, formal dining room and enclosed private piazza – each intimate enough for small gatherings, yet together robust enough leave a lasting impression. “It has been our dream for years to extend our hospitality to a space we can fully call our own,” said Candice Hudnall, President and Owner of Hamby Catering & Events. “With our own space comes more freedom, more creativity and most importantly, more ways to serve the Charleston community.” With the launch of this new space comes new tastes, too. Hamby is debuting a new menu with elevated offerings, exclusive to The Rutledge Room. “A new venture calls for new flavors,” said Dawn Sanders, Hamby Catering’s

Dear Readers, This month, we’re highlighting one of life’s most treasured moments, the celebration of a new mom-to-be and baby! Traditionally, the month of August as served as the time for new beginnings: new school years, starting college, new couples starting out as husband and wife – the list goes on. Coincidentally, it also serves as one of the most popular birth months, meaning lots of bundles of joy are coming just in time for a Lowcountry Fall!  Come with us as we look back on such a love-filled and treasured time for all the mammas!  With love,Candice Hudnall, President + Owner,Hamby Catering & Events The Mom-to-be: The overwhelming love flowing around Blaire was second to none. Surrounded by family and friends, Blaire exuded the glow of an excited mom-to-be. Set against the backdrop of a gorgeous private home in Mt. Pleasant, Blaire and her party painted a gorgeous, endearing picture. The Dining: Hamby staples and favorites, including tea sandwiches, sweet potato biscuits, caprese skewers, tomato pies and more were on display. And let’s not forget the “It’s a Boy” punch – we love to a see a theme carried all the way to the finish line! The Details: Understated elegance

Dear Readers, This month, we’re showcasing a stunning coastal summer reception at the Governor Thomas Bennett House! From the florals to the hors d’oeuvres & everything in between, this day was an absolute dream.  Keep scrolling to admire the true beauty of the couple, venue, and of course, the dining. With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Couple: Without a doubt, every guest could feel the love radiating off John and Christina. The couple spent their special day surrounded by their favorite people & their favorite things…most importantly, their two sweet fur-babies who got to make an appearance! It was truly an honor to be a part of their beginning. The Dining: The cuisine did not disappoint on this beautiful evening! Various hors d’oeuvres circulated around, such as fried green tomatoes and chicken & waffle bites. Dinner was served with beef, seafood and vegetarian options to choose from, and there wasn’t a wrong answer! To say the least, everyone headed over to the dance floor with full bellies & big smiles! The Details: From the florals & color schemes to the late-night coffee & flatbread servings, the details were to die for! Although we could not

Dear Readers, This month, we’re taking a trip down memory lane back to a timeless 2021 Hibernian Hall reception. Being a part of these two grooms’ day was a delight, and we could not think of a better way to honor them other than with love, as we conclude the month of June. Come with us as we explore a beautiful night full of exemplary Charleston romance. With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Couple: To say the least, Todd & Spenser are the epitome of charming & elegant. The couple met when Spenser was embarking on his very first visit to the Holy City, and there was an instant spark lit between the two. To celebrate their love, the couple sought after a magical night full of radiant laughter, love and memories to last a lifetime. The Dining: From passed hors d’oeuvres to carving & slider stations, this couple certainly had an abundance of our Hamby favorites on display: muscadine BBQ meatballs, Lowcountry shrimp + grits, black pepper + sea salt rubbed beef, mini tomato pies, and of course, our fan-favorite Hamby tea sandwiches! The Details: There is nothing quite like a classic, traditional

Dear Readers, This month we’re visiting one couple at their stunning reception at Legare Waring House. The venue’s tagline says it all: surrounded by beauty, rooted in history. From the avenue of oaks to the sprawling grounds, Legare Waring House never fails to set the tone for a gorgeous evening. Come with us as we explore a stunning setting, mouth-watering southern delicacies and elegant décor. With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Couple: Erika and Ramon had an energy we won’t soon forget. After exchanging vows, they had one goal in mind: throw a bash for their friends and family that they wouldn’t soon forget. By what we can tell from the photography, they can check that box twice! The Dining: All of our Hamby staples were on display: peach & strawberry crostinis, fried chicken & waffle bites, shrimp & grits and braised short ribs. We also had our fan favorites Korean fried chicken sliders on deck and our dessert display to round out the offerings; rest assured, the guests hearts and bellies were full! The Details: Orchestrated by Jessica Laskow of YOJ Events, every detail was as gorgeous as it was intentional. The famed

Come with us to our favorite little sister city, Beaufort and her beautiful Agapae Oaks! The couple, Kate & Clint | Photography: Christi Clark Photography Dear Readers, This month we’re taking a trip to St. Helena Island, located just a hop, skip and jump from Beaufort. Come with us to discover Agapae Oaks, a historic, breathtaking venue set amongst the oaks and Spanish moss. Let this newsletter set your heart aflutter, and strike some inspiration for your next life event. With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Couple: To see their smiles is to love Kate & Clint. And to see their love set against the beautiful oaks of St. Helena, well, that’s the real treat! The evening was tied with a bow being set against a full moon and king tide – and a dolphin even made an appearance! An omen of good luck if we’ve ever seen one! The Dining: The Hamby favorites our clients have come to love were well in play, featuring mini tomato pies, chicken & waffle bites, caprese skewers and more. Our stations held the main event, featuring chef-attended shrimp and grits, sliders & Southern Pasta Bakes. The evening