Business Details
21 Years
experience
Premier Catering & Event Planning Services in Malibu, CA
Jennifer Naylor Catering & Special Events is a chef-owned and operated full-service catering and event planning company rooted in Malibu, California. With over two decades of fine dining restaurant experience, we specialize in creating unique and memorable events that reflect our clients' visions. Our founder, Jennifer Naylor, brings a legacy of culinary excellence, having trained under renowned chefs like Wolfgang Puck and worked in Michelin-starred kitchens across Italy. We pride ourselves on sourcing the freshest seasonal ingredients from local sustainable farms, ensuring every dish showcases the simplicity and quality of farm-to-table cuisine.Our team provides end-to-end event coordination, from venue selection and floral design to entertainment and professional service staff, while maintaining an unwavering focus on culinary innovation. As we expand our services throughout Los Angeles and Santa Barbara Counties, we remain committed to delivering personalized experiences that blend gourmet artistry with seamless execution. Our reputation as Malibu's premier caterer is built on a foundation of family tradition, industry expertise, and a passion for creating unforgettable moments through food and hospitality.
Services
Catering Services
Event Planning
Private Parties
Weddings
Corporate Events
Philanthropy Events
Online Ordering
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of fine dining and event planning expertise.
- Our menus feature farm-to-table ingredients from sustainable local farms.
- We provide end-to-end coordination for seamless event execution.
- Our team includes professionally-trained staff with Michelin-starred experience.
- We specialize in custom-designed menus tailored to client preferences.
Services
Catering Services
Our catering services create custom menus using seasonal ingredients from local sustainable farms. We specialize in gourmet cuisine for private events, weddings, and corporate functions. Each menu is tailored to client preferences, ensuring fresh, flavorful dishes that reflect the occasion's unique character and elevate the dining experience.
Event Planning
We offer comprehensive event planning from venue selection to execution. Our team coordinates rentals, entertainment, floral design, and staffing. With expertise in Malibu's exclusive venues, we ensure seamless logistics and creative design elements that transform your vision into a flawlessly executed celebration or professional gathering.
Private Parties
From intimate dinners to large-scale celebrations, we design personalized private parties. Our services include menu customization, thematic decor coordination, and professional service staff. Whether hosting a birthday gala or holiday feast, we create memorable experiences that combine culinary excellence with attentive hospitality tailored to your specific occasion.
Weddings
We specialize in creating unforgettable wedding celebrations with customized menus and full-service coordination. Our team works with venues across Malibu, Los Angeles, and Santa Barbara to deliver farm-to-table cuisine and elegant presentation. From engagement parties to rehearsal dinners, we ensure every detail reflects the couple's unique style and preferences.
Corporate Events
Our corporate event services combine gourmet catering with professional execution for conferences, award dinners, and networking events. We offer tailored menus that accommodate diverse dietary needs while maintaining culinary sophistication. With experience in high-profile corporate functions, we deliver polished service that enhances brand image and ensures guest satisfaction through exceptional food and seamless logistics.
People
Jennifer Naylor
Founder & Executive Chef
Third-generation restaurateur with 25+ years in fine dining. Trained under Wolfgang Puck and worked in Michelin-starred Italian kitchens. Founded her catering company in 2005, specializing in farm-to-table cuisine and personalized event design for Malibu's elite and beyond.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater private parties, weddings, corporate events, and philanthropic gatherings across Malibu, Los Angeles, and Santa Barbara Counties.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
Yes, our menus can be customized to meet dietary restrictions including gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-friendly options.
Do you provide full event planning services?
Yes, we offer end-to-end coordination including venue selection, rentals, entertainment, and staffing for your event.
What is your minimum order for online catering?
Our online ordering requires a minimum order of $200.00 with free delivery above that amount.
How far in advance should I book your services?
We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance for weddings and large events, with shorter notice possible for smaller functions.
Do you use locally sourced ingredients?
Yes, we prioritize seasonal produce from local sustainable farms to ensure freshness and support regional agriculture.
Reviews (7)
Selene D.
Jul 24, 2021
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We hired Jennifer Naylor to cater a summer law firm event at my boss's house in Pasadena last week. The food & service was impeccable! We ordered bbq ribs, fried chicken, corn, biscuit, beans, salads, grilled veggies & cobbler with a full bar. Everything was delicious but the fried chicken that was prepared onsite was a stand out favorite! I even had some leftovers that were still amazing a few days later!
Irena M.
May 01, 2021
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Jennifer is absolutely the best. She has made birthdays and anniversaries
so delicious and special. Her friday fried chicken is unbeatable and her special clam bake is our favorite. Its also presented in the best way....... our son had to graduate college during covid and she made it so memorable
In fact we are having her catering for Sunday for our Orthodox Easter
she can do anything!!
so delicious and special. Her friday fried chicken is unbeatable and her special clam bake is our favorite. Its also presented in the best way....... our son had to graduate college during covid and she made it so memorable
In fact we are having her catering for Sunday for our Orthodox Easter
she can do anything!!
Jennifer W.
May 06, 2015
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We hired Jennifer Naylor catering for my daughter's wedding this past weekend. We had used her before I knew how wonderful she was but little did we know that she would give us the most outstanding out of this universe perfect wedding! The food was absolutely yummy and fabulous. I don't see that every plate was served hot and every guest was treated like a king or queen. Her stuff is literally the best that I've ever met in my entire life. I was told afterwards by my guests incidents where they needed something and the servers anticipated even before they asked. If you want to hire
Austin W.
May 06, 2015
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Some of the mooooost delicious food you'll ever eat! The short ribs and mash potatoes were incredible. If you're having an event or need catering Jennifer is the best at what she does!
John N.
May 06, 2015
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Jennifer's company catered our wedding and the meal and service was amazing! delicious short ribs and potatoes and brussel sprouts too. Her team were great partners, especially Cindy, and they helped us pull off a beautiful event. We couldn't have done it without them.
Casey W.
Mar 18, 2015
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Jennifer Naylor is the most amazing chef I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Here's why: first of all, her personality is sweet as pie, her food is divine, and her vision is spot-on - she just gets "IT". I would trust no one else to do my spectacular wedding. I am the ultimate foodie, in fact, reviewing food is part of my job as a Los Angeles Influencer & Editor, so the quality of the menu at my wedding is extremely important to me. I first met Jennifer a couple of years ago - she was catering a really chic event at a private Malibu oceanfront estate. I usually try to network
A. A.
Jan 05, 2014
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Jennifer Naylor Catering rocks! We fell in love with her food after having it at several events that we have attended. At one of the events last year, we got her card and subsequently called her. We loved her food and presentations so much that my fiance (now husband)
and I decided to use her for our wedding. We met with her and she gave us tons of great ideas. We used many of her ideas to create the perfect tables for our dinner
buffet and to make our venue feel magical and special. We wanted a lot of choices for our guests so we had passed hors d'oeuvres and some gorgeous salad and
and I decided to use her for our wedding. We met with her and she gave us tons of great ideas. We used many of her ideas to create the perfect tables for our dinner
buffet and to make our venue feel magical and special. We wanted a lot of choices for our guests so we had passed hors d'oeuvres and some gorgeous salad and
