Ashley Christensen Restaurants

Catering FAQs

• What is included in AC Events full-service catering?

  Full service catering includes all preparation, execution, and service of your selected food and beverage menu, including staff that will work at your event venue to take care of every last detail.

• How far will AC Events travel to cater an event?

  Our catering services are available within 30 miles of downtown Raleigh (zip code 27601). Catering at locations beyond 30 miles is offered on a case-by-case basis with an additional delivery fee.

• Does AC Events provide bar service and bartenders?

  We have the license and ability to provide a full bar including liquor, wine, and beer at venues that allow outside beverage services. We can provide specialty cocktails and other beverage services, upon request. We can also provide a staff of talented bartenders to serve your guests.

• Do you provide plates, glassware, flatware, and linen?

  Our sales team is happy to help you coordinate with a rental company to secure china, glassware, serviceware and linen. We can also provide compostable disposables, upon request. Costs will vary, based on your selections and charges will be applied to your final invoice.

• Will I need to rent kitchen equipment?

  Equipment rental needs will vary based on your menu, the size of the group and access to any existing equipment at the venue. We cook most of our food on-site to ensure quality and freshness. Costs will vary and charges will be applied to your final invoice.

• Will Ashley cook at our event?

  Our events are prepared and executed by our exceptional culinary team. Ashley can be present at your event for an additional fee, subject to availability and scheduling.

• What happens if there is inclement weather that prevents the event from happening?

  Neither you nor AC Events will be liable for cancellation to the extent caused by a condition outside of or beyond reasonable control (for example: natural disaster, hurricane, tornado, or winter/ice storm). Circumstances are deemed out of reasonable control when it is dangerous, impossible, or too difficult to attend or service the event. In this case, AC Events agrees to reschedule all contracted services at a mutually agreeable date with no additional cost within 12 months of the original event date. Please refer to our events contract for more information.

• How far in advance do I need to book catering services?

  Catering services are based on availability, but at least 3 weeks prior to your event date.

• How do I confirm my booking?

  After you have received your comprehensive proposal and are ready to move forward with the booking, you will need to submit a 25% deposit to AC Events to hold the date, unless your specific venue has other requirements.

• Do we need to tip the event staff?

  In lieu of gratuity, we charge a service fee which covers the wages of the team for the full execution of your event. The sales team will include an estimate of this cost when sending a full proposal.

• Do you offer tastings?

  AC Events offers a tasting, quarterly, for all wedding-related events. Please inquire with a sales manager for more information.

• Do you cater at other venues?

  Yes! In addition to catering at our venue, Bridge Club, and in your private home or office, we are proud to partner with the following wedding and event venues as a preferred caterer, bringing AC Events catering to Raleigh, Durham and the surrounding areas in the Triangle:

  • The Merrimon-Wynne House
  • Heights House
  • The Bradford
  • Junction West
  • The Cookery
  • The Rickhouse
  • The Barn of Chapel Hill at Wild Flora Farm