AZ Inspirations Catering

Service styles offered

• Buffets
• Plated meals
• Breakfast and brunch catering
• Hors d'oeuvres and appetizer stations

Menu and dietary flexibility

• Menus designed for a wide range of dietary needs (for example: vegan and low-sodium options).
• Ingredients are described as fresh and high-quality.
• Corporate menus are available for events of various sizes and budgets.

Areas served

• Corporate catering services are based in Tempe, Arizona.
• Service includes Tempe and surrounding Phoenix Valley areas, including Scottsdale and Paradise Valley.

Reputation

• Described as a top-rated, full-service corporate caterer.
• Five-star rated on platforms such as Google, Yelp, WeddingWire, The Knot, and Thumbtack.

Common inclusions

• Professionally prepared and presented cuisine for corporate events.
• Optional equipment rentals, linens, and tableware as part of event packages.
• Service staff available for on-site service.

Booking notes

• Corporate catering inquiries typically include event type, date, location, guest count, and budget.
• Menus and price sheets for corporate events are available as downloadable PDFs on the website.
• Menu prices are stated as subject to change without notice and do not include sales tax, delivery charges, or gratuity unless otherwise specified.

Wedding and Social Event Catering Services

Types of events

• Wedding receptions and related wedding events
• Social events and private parties of various sizes
• Special occasions that require full-service catering

Service style options

• Plated cuisine
• Buffets
• Hors d'oeuvres and butler-passed appetizers
• Appetizer and food stations (available with dinner menu purchases and minimum guest counts)

Planning and customization

• Personalized planning with attention to detail and tastes for all budgets.
• Menus are creatively designed so guests enjoy a memorable meal.
• Ability to incorporate a variety of cuisine styles and ethnic flavors.
• Menu recommendations available based on guest preferences and event style.

Included and optional services

• Full-service setup and professional service staff for events (servers and bartenders available).
• Coordination of table design and presentation as part of event planning.
• Equipment rentals such as tables and chairs available upon request.
• Linen service, including table linens and linen napkins.
• China and tableware service, including plates, flatware, and stemware (plasticware is included with buffets).
• Wedding add-ons such as cake service and champagne flutes (plastic or glass).

Quality and reputation

• Five-star rated on major review platforms including Google, Yelp, WeddingWire, The Knot, and Thumbtack.
• Chef-owned and operated, with a focus on high-quality ingredients and presentation.

Booking notes

• Event inquiries are typically started through the website contact form or by phone.
• Details commonly requested include event type, location, number of guests, date, desired service style (full-service or drop-and-go), and menu preferences.

• Appetizer stations are described as suitable for receptions and cocktail-style events.
• Appetizer stations are only available with the purchase of a dinner menu.
• There is a 50 person minimum per station.
• Menu prices are subject to change without notice and do not reflect sales tax, delivery charges, or gratuity.

Appetizer station options and pricing

Light hors d'oeuvres – $8.00 per person

Includes:

• Fresh cut fruit
• Grape medley
• Domestic cheese variety
• Spinach artichoke dip
• Artisan bread assortment
• Vegetable crudité
• Balsamic ranch dip
• Gourmet crackers

Antipasto bar – $8.00 per person

Includes:

• Marinated artichokes
• Aged salami
• Tear drop tomatoes
• Mozzarella balls
• Green and black olives
• International cheese variety
• Gourmet crackers
• Rustic breads

Mediterranean garden – $10.00 per person

Includes:

• Hummus
• Baba ganoush
• Tzatziki dip
• Tabouli salad
• Feta cheeses
• Olives
• Dolmades
• Grilled pita
• Sliced cucumbers
• Roma tomatoes

Street tacos – $8.00 per person

Includes:

• Green chili chicken
• Red chili ground beef
• Salsa and sour cream
• Cabbage
• Sautéed peppers and onions
• Cheddar cheese
• Corn tortillas
• Flour tortillas

Nacho bar – $8.00 per person

Includes:

• Tri-color tortilla chips
• Warm queso
• Green chile
• Olives and green onions
• Ground beef
• Sour cream
• Guacamole
• Fire roasted salsa

Meatball sliders – $8.00 per person

Includes:

• Homemade sausage and beef meatballs
• Slider buns
• Choice of sweet and sour sauce, green chili salsa, or classic marinara
• Sandwich toppings

Bruschetta table – $8.00 per person

Includes:

• White bean tomato bruschetta
• Black and green olive tapenade
• Artichoke basil pesto dip
• Crusty Italian bread
• Pita bread
• French baguette

Chicago dogs – $6.50 per person

Includes:

• Miniature beef hot dogs
• Sautéed onions and peppers
• Spicy cherry peppers
• Tomato chutney
• Sauerkraut
• Brown mustard
• Hot dog buns

Pretzel station – $6.50 per person

Includes:

• Cheese and beer fondue
• Traditional marinara
• Gourmet mustard
• Melted butter
• Cinnamon sugar
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Garlic salt

Chips and salsa – $5.50 per person

Includes:

• Tri-color tortilla chips
• Fire roasted tomato salsa
• Roasted corn and black bean relish
• Avocado cilantro lime salsa
• Chile tomatillo salsa

Popcorn bar – $5.50 per person

Includes:

• Kettle corn
• Butter popcorn
• Caramel corn
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Garlic salt
• Candy toppings such as M and M's, Reese's Pieces, Junior Mints, and Hot Tamales

Afternoon snacks – $5.50 per person

Includes:

• Nut trail mix
• Dried fruit trail mix
• Popcorn bags
• Individual bags of Boulder potato chips and pretzels
• Cookie assortment
• Brownie bits

Menu and Pricing – Barbecue Catering

General notes

• Barbecue catering is offered with pre-set package structures and build-your-own menu options.
• 25 person minimum is required for the barbecue menu.
• Menu prices are subject to change without notice and do not reflect sales tax, delivery charges, or gratuity.

Barbecue packages

The Basic – $12.50 per person

Includes:

• Choice of 1 salad
• Choice of 2 sides
• 1 meat selection
• Butter
• Cornbread

The Family Feast – $17.50 per person

Includes:

• Choice of 1 salad
• Choice of 2 sides
• 2 meats
• Cornbread
• Butter

The Neighborhood Feast – $25.50 per person

Includes:

• Choice of 2 salads
• Choice of 3 sides
• 3 meats
• Cornbread
• Butter

Build-your-menu options

Salad choices

• Traditional garden salad
• Southwest Caesar
• Southwest garden salad
• Jicama citrus salad
• Wild field greens with strawberries and walnuts
• Southwest chop salad with roasted corn, bacon, blue cheese, and apples

Side choices

• Glazed carrots
• Caramelized onion mashed potatoes
• Sweet pea mashed potatoes
• Spinach, green beans, and zucchini
• Roasted corn succotash
• Scalloped potatoes
• Puréed sweet potatoes
• Steamed vegetables
• Herb roasted red potatoes
• Traditional red potato salad
• Jicama slaw
• Ranch style beans
• Corn on the cob
• Spicy cowboy macaroni and cheese

Meat choices

• Savory smoked pulled pork*
• Hebrew International hot dogs
• Grilled chicken breast with chipotle honey barbecue sauce*
• Blackened chicken
• Smoked beef brisket*
• Grilled spicy sausage links
• Southern style meatloaf with brown gravy
• 1/3 pound sirloin hamburgers
• Herb crusted tri-tip
• 4 oz grilled sirloin steak
• Pepper lime flank steak

\*Some items are noted as smoked meats on the menu.

Additional notes

• Guests are encouraged to reference the separate beverage and dessert menus to complete the barbecue experience.

Menu and Pricing – Beverage and Bar Services

General notes

• Beverage and bar services are available for weddings, corporate events, and other catered functions.
• Alcohol is not included in bar service pricing.
• Bar staff are described as licensed and insured.
• Menu prices are subject to change without notice and may not include sales tax, delivery charges, or gratuity.

Beverage menu – non-alcoholic

Beverage Package – $3.50 per person

Includes:

• Water
• Tea
• Lemonade

Coffee Service – $2.75 per cup

• Ordered in 25 cup increments.
• Standard coffee supplies are included.

By the Gallon – $14.00 per gallon

Available options:

• Orange juice
• Grapefruit juice
• Apple juice
• Sweet iced tea
• Traditional lemonade
• Cranberry juice

Single Serve – $1.50 each

Available options:

• Canned soda
• 16.9 fl oz bottled water

Bar menu (alcohol not included)

Bar Service Station – $4.00 per person

Includes:

• Sprite, Coke, Diet Coke
• Club soda and tonic water
• Cranberry juice and orange juice
• Sweet and sour mix
• Bottled water
• Acrylic plasticware
• Lemons and limes
• 100 pounds of ice
• Basic bar supplies
• 100 person minimum order

Bloody Mary Bar – $7.50 per person

Includes:

• Green olives
• Celery
• Louisiana hot sauce and Tabasco hot sauce
• Lemons and limes
• Spicy pickles and peppers
• Cilantro
• Carrot sticks
• Bloody Mary mix
• Ice
• Alcohol not included
• 50 person minimum

Mimosa Station – $7.50 per person

Includes:

• Sparkling cider
• Orange juice and grapefruit juice
• Lemonade
• Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and pineapple
• Ice
• Alcohol not included
• 50 person minimum

Bar staff (licensed and insured)

• Professional Bartender: $35.00 hourly
• Professional Barback: $25.00 hourly
• Professional Cocktail Server: $25.00 hourly
• 4 hour minimum service time required for bar staff.

• AZ Inspirations Catering is a chef-owned, full-service catering company based in Tempe, Arizona.
• Established in 2003 through Global Infusion Corp., the company is locally owned and operated.
• Provides customized catering for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.
• Offers professional guidance, creative design ideas, and personalized planning for events and menus.
• Menus feature a variety of cuisine styles and global flavors, designed to suit a wide range of tastes and budgets.

Service areas

• Based in Tempe, AZ 85281.
• Serves the Phoenix Valley, including Tempe, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and surrounding areas.

Contact details

• Business name: AZ Inspirations Catering
• Address: 2400 W Medtronic Way, Suite 2, Tempe, AZ 85281
• Main phone: 480-241-7621
• Customer service: 480-454-8752
• Website: https://inspirationscateringaz.com
• Email: [email protected]

Office hours

• Monday–Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Friday–Sunday: 9:00 am – 11:00 pm

Key services

• Full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and private functions
• Menu design and customization
• Buffet and plated meal service
• Hors d'oeuvres and appetizer stations
• Bar and beverage service (alcohol not included)
• Equipment rentals (tables, chairs, etc.)
• Linen service (table linens and napkins)
• China and tableware service (plates, flatware, stemware)
• Wedding add-ons such as cake service and champagne flutes

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