Sheild Catering

Sheild Catering is a wedding caterer serving the Eugene and Springfield area of Oregon. It offers flexible, customizable menus and aims to match a range of tastes and budgets. A personal consultation is the starting point, where you describe the food you want.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

Sheild Catering is LGBTQ+-owned. A caterer that builds menus from conversation is a sensible choice if you want to skip the standard wedding plate and serve something that suits your guests and families.

What they provide

• Buffet, family-style, station and plated service
• Delivery, setup and cleanup
• China, flatware, glassware, barware, chairs, tables and linens
• Bartenders for cash, limited or open bars

Planning your meal

Decide on your service style first, since it affects staffing, rentals and the amount of space a venue needs. Stations and buffets move guests around a room. Plated service keeps them seated and makes toasts easier to time. Family-style suits smaller, warmer tables.

Ask about dietary needs early. Guests with allergies, vegetarian diets or religious requirements should be listed with the caterer well before the final headcount. Check whether the venue permits outside catering and whether it needs a certificate of insurance or a kitchen area.

Finally, ask about the bar. A cash bar, a limited bar and an open bar carry very different costs, so decide how you want to host your guests.

Where they work

The business is in Springfield and describes its location as Eugene. Willamette Valley venues are the natural fit, and you can ask about travel beyond the area.

Questions couples ask

Do they supply tableware?

Yes. China, flatware, glassware, chairs, tables and linens are available.

Can they run a bar?

Yes. Bartenders can serve at a cash, limited or open bar.