"Working with the Catering Connection was easy and fun, even from a distance! The Catering Connection went above and beyond, over and over, to make our day incredible!  The food and service during the reception was better than any 5 star restaurant I have ever been to, and the set up of our reception was thoughtful, elegant, everything we asked for and more!  Thank you Catering Connection for helping to make our day so special!" 
~ John Henry and Jeni Anderson from Missoula, MT - Bride and Groom

“Thank you so much for the outstanding service the Catering Connection provided for our wedding at Lanikuhonua…Our guests described the wedding as elegant, enchanting and exquisite…We attribute much of our guests’ glowing praise for the wedding reception to your staff’s efforts to make our day so special with their exceptional service. The multiple tents, dance floor, tables, chairs, lighting, drapes, and table settings were well-organized and aesthetically pleasing.”
~ David & Nohea - Bride & Groom

“You can be assured that the staff will show up promptly, set up efficiently, monitor the entire event so it moves smoothly and the table always looks good with food that is quickly consumed because it tastes great, and they are thorough in the breakdown and clean up!  From the first planning meeting, the staff are open to ideas, as well as providing very creative suggestions that are within a reasonable budget. I appreciate working with competent qualified professionals who are not only customer service oriented but who also give back to the community in so many ways. If you want your event to be a great one that is worry and stress free and everyone will be impressed and it won't break the bank and you are also helping a local business that attempts to give back to the community, use Bruce Watanabe's Catering Connection!”
~ Timothy Choy

“It’s a one stop shop of catering, rentals and staffing. I love their customer service and how they will work with me on each event. Every event is different and sometimes I need to customize rentals or staffing or need to cut back or add services and no matter what they will always do whatever it takes to make the event their own.  I love the relationship I have with Bruce, David, Lei and that they will work with me one on one to make the event spectacular.  I love that I can be honest and they receive my comments and opinions and take it to heart.  They really want to satisfy the customer. It’s all about the relationship.  No matter how big or small my event is they are stoked to have my business and work hard at making sure everything is perfect.  They will do whatever it takes to make it a success. They all work as a team when we are onsite instead of “just the rental company”. This is very important to me because when we are onsite we are all working on the same project for the same client for the same purpose. I would say they take great pride in their rentals and service. Their stuff is always above the bar and the service is exceptional. They are always ready to help and will go above and beyond, whatever it takes to make it a success.  Bruce even drove from home once to take care of a mistake that wasn’t his.  I will always remember that.”
~ Melissa Laudise, Event Planner - Let's Do This Event & Wedding Planning

"As a corporate event planner, I have had the pleasure of working with you and your company for three years now, on events ranging from smaller intimate affairs to large parties of 300+ attendees. I can honestly say that in the numerous times that we have worked together, every event has gone beautifully and I attribute their success to you and your incredible staff.

I want you to know how much I appreciate your knowledge and experience, positivity and flexibility. Despite the many events that you are coordinating at any given time, you make me feel like I am the only one you are working with by being responsive, totally involved, and an excellent communicator to your staff. You think of everything, cover all bases, have contingency plans for anything that could possible go wrong and are gracious and tactful when dealing with multiple decision makers. You make my job easy and you make me look good.

Your staff’s service is unbeatable. They anticipate needs, make guests feel special, and their smiles and upbeat personalities add to every event. Kalani and David are especially outstanding and have become my “A Team” who I must have at all my events.

Perhaps the biggest and most important event in a girl’s life is her wedding. Because of the excellence that I have grown accustomed to while working with you and your company, my choice for a wedding caterer was obvious. I didn’t even consider anyone else because I was certain that in terms of food quality and taste, service standards, accommodation of requests, flexibility and overall excellence, no one can top The Catering Connection. I was right!

You made the planning easy by communicating so well with our coordinator and various other vendors. You were sensitive to budgets and personalities…a difficult thing to do, but something you do effortlessly. Our guests were blown away by the taste, food offering, service and presentation.

Thank you so much, Bruce, for everything that you and your team give to every single event. I trust The Catering Connection implicitly and know that any event done with you will be more than a success. You have set a very high standard in service and food, and any time I am able to work with you is a privilege indeed."

With my greatest appreciation,
~ Tammy Maeda Freedman

“It was a pleasure working with you. Your cool and calm demeanor really made us realize that you’ve got everything under control. We learned to trust you and everything was just perfect.”
~ Easter Seals Hawaii Development Team

“Bruce, Where do I even begin? Thank you so much for not only Catering Connection’s participation in Starlight Ball, but also for the patience and support. You are truly one of the kindest people I have met and you have assembled a team of true professionals (Ryan, Lei, David, everyone.)”
~ Megan - Honolulu Academy of Arts

“Your staff adds value to all you do by understanding the business and the customer’s needs. With Catering Connection you will find quality and value coupled with a friendly staff that really cares about the success of your event.”
~Ms. Robin Naluai, Special Events Manager - Kualoa Ranch Hawaii

“You guys are AWESOME and I can’t wait to work with you all again.”
~ Evonne Wong, Event Designer - Events by Evonne

“I know that my clients will have a wonderful meal ahead.  If they are happy, everyone is happy, and they leave with a great feeling about their time spent at the estate. Your crew is punctual, polite, and always open to suggestion. Your attitude is always positive.  You folks always aim to deliver what the client is looking for…Great menus, very professional and friendly staff, efficient, timely, thorough and very reliable.”
~ Sooz - The Bayer Estate

“I love the support that you give to all the vendors. Your staff is amazing and so helpful in every aspect. It's a great benefit to have a one stop shop. You can get whatever I need. and I LOVE the stewards! You bring in new products and keep your inventory up to date and in respectable condition. The Catering Connection has fabulous customer service, skill and experience. The quality of rentals are great. The support staff is kind, flexible and so helpful. The support that they give to all the vendors is top notch and sets them apart from the rest…I have had great experience with you regarding rentals, labor, etc. and recommend you to everyone…”
~ Nichole L. Shin - Nichole Weddings & Events, LLC

“Dependable, positive and hardworking professionals who have a “team work” attitude.
The diversity, flexibility & adapatiblitiy. Knowing that in addition to the contracted services your team is willing to pitch in to help the clients have less stress and less work. Well rounded, pleasant, & service oriented.”
~ Laura Lewis - Parasol Events

“The Catering Connection displays excellent customer service at every event that we have together. The entire staff goes above and beyond their duties to ensure customer and vendor satisfation. I am always confident working side-by-side with The Catering Connection. When the day is done and the event is over, the staff is always looking for reasons why, how and why the heck not! Bruce and his staff are always looking how to better themselves. I would recommend The Catering Connection to my prospective Clients. They do offer tastings. You will see that their menu is diverse and very flavorful!”
~ Shari Dang - Shari Dang Weddings

“Flexibility and the attitude that anything can be done.  Everyone is friendly, helpful, easy to work with and most important, professional.  We share the importance of attention to details. You have a wonderful array of vendors who can fill the needs of our different customers.  You don't try to keep everything in-house; you look for what is best for the client. Price is reasonable and because the staff is so helpful, you are getting more than you pay for...I always recommend you. I tell my clients that the service is the best; food quantity and quality is awesome and everyone works hard to make the event special.”
~ Michelle Schreiner - Premier Events

"Please thank Bruce and all of the staff!  It was an awesome event and was made so in part because of the wonderful food and catering staff.  We want to share with you our true appreciation for the part that your company and you all played.  We have received numerous compliments on the food how tasty it was and how the temperature was good, the presentation etc.  You can be assured that we will be wanting and anxious for our next opportunity to work with your company again.  We also will continue to work hard so that it is a win, win situation for everyone involved.  Thank you again.  We appreciate your support, flexibility, accommodations with regards to timing etc., attention to detail, high quality presentation etc. "
~ Malia - Kupu A'e HYOC Event