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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

Dear Readers, For so long, Hamby has been a trusted source for all of life’s major moments. It’s been our honor to serve the Lowcountry for over four decades, and now, we can’t wait to highlight the events that have made our Hamby hearts swoon. This month, we’re kicking off our “with love” series with a trip to Atalaya Castle, a stunning location outside Myrtle Beach that looks as though it stepped right off the set of the latest historical romance.  Enjoy! With love, Candice Hudnall, President + Owner, Hamby Catering & Events The Couple: Aaron and Ana met up with their event producer, Caroline, who immediately knew through Ana’s infectious smile that fun was on the menu. Along with the help of Gigi Strong of SLP Events, they set to work to bring this magic to life in the Grand Strand’s very own magic castle. The Dining: The Food was FUN! Passed apps included Hamby Catering’s famous deviled eggs, fried chicken & waffle bite, crab and corn fritters and more. This wedding also featured our food stations, including Taste of the Sea, Shrimp & Grits, Braised Short Ribs and our Pork/Cauliflower tacos. To keep the party going, the couple

Hamby Catering and Events is excited to announce its 2023 Easter menu, with classic favorites as well as new offerings and expanded options. Two packages are available, and each serves eight guests: Bourbon Brown Sugar Glazed Ham for $229 and Braised Boneless Short Ribs for $279. Both packages include roasted garlic herb red skin mashed potatoes, green beans, mac + cheese, shaved brussels salad and biscuits. “We know that Easter is one of the most time-honored traditions for many families throughout the Lowcountry,” said Candice Hudnall, Owner and President of Hamby Catering and Events. “We are excited to be a part of many tables and celebrations this year – and for everyone to leave full and happy!” Hamby has also expanded its Easter offerings this year, now including an appetizer package, larger a la carte menu and more dessert options. “We know that not everyone needs an entire package for Easter, yet still want to bring the flavors of Hamby to their table,” said Hudnall.” Easter is a gathering holiday, and as we learned from Thanksgiving and other holidays, sometimes Grandma’s time-honored signature dish is the star of the show, and other folks are charged with bringing side items or

Light, love, and warmth were the centerpieces of this couple’s nuptials, which took place during the COVID-19 pandemic Read More

The Charleston Metro Chamber Community Champions Awards, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, honors those businesses and individuals who made an impact in 2020. Hamby Catering is being awarded with our Small Business Champion award, which recognizes an outstanding small business who has overcome adversity by implementing creative and innovative strategies. It was 1979 when the husband & wife team of Fran & Tom Hamby helped two close friends plan their daughter’s wedding reception. The classically elegant wedding menu was prepared in the Hamby family kitchen and received high marks and positive “buzz” from many of Charleston’s leading residents. Steve Hamby, son to Fran & Tom, joined Hamby Catering in 1987 as production manager and never looked back. Word of mouth helped grow Fran’s Lowcountry home cooking into a full-fledged catering business, and success mandated the move into her first storefront in Charleston in 1988. In 2011, Mrs. Hamby’s great nephew Wes Ellison took on an ownership & leadership role with the family business, and immediately set out to reinforce Hamby’s reputation as the premier full-service catering outfit in the Lowcountry. The family-oriented culture has been crucial to the company’s success and time-treasured recipes. In 2017, after seven years