Wedding Catering in South Gate, CA

L.O.V.E. began over 10 years ago with a dream and passion for excellence in palette pleasing cuisine from a plethora of worldwide culinary influences. Some of our specialties include but are not limited to, Mediterranean inspired delights, Jamaican and jerk spiced meals, Asian entrée’s including sushi and a full range of seafood dishes. As well, L.O.V.E. takes great pride from our roots of southern comfort food. Quintessential New Orleans flavor combined with an upscale and refined presentation is our devotion. We offer carefully selected fresh seafood, with both fried and grilled options, Vegan Gumbo, Creamy Creole Pasta, Stuffed Peppers, Juicy Steaks, Seafood Poppers, and a host of delicious desserts to choose from. We use only the freshest of ingredients while harnessing our expertise in the catering industry to infuse every dish with rich flavor, offering you and your guests a dining experience like no other. For us, there is no event too big or too small—we work hard to do it all. From big business meetings to private parties, L.O.V.E. Premier Catering and Events provides tailor-made food service that exceeds all expectations. Event Planner and Sous Chef, Shirrell Edey has had a passion for Culinary art and event planning since high school. Being on the prom and after prom planning committee was a sign of things to come! Today, she manages an amazing team who shares the same L.O.V.E. for creating culinary masterpieces and providing exceptional customer service! L.O.V.E stands for "Living Our Vision Everyday." As long as we are cooking and planning events to create a lifetime of memories, are doing just that!!

Hi, I’m Justin — chef, culinary artist, and passionate traveler with a love for global flavors and meaningful connections. My mission is to redefine how people experience food—bringing creativity, culture, and connection to the heart of every meal. I specialize in designing unique, locally inspired, and deeply personal dining experiences that go far beyond the plate. For me, food should tell a story—about where it comes from, who made it, and the community it’s shared with. That’s why I focus on sourcing local ingredients, exploring unexpected flavor pairings, and creating menus that honor tradition while pushing creative boundaries. Born and raised in Los Angeles, I grew up surrounded by a vibrant mix of cultures and cuisines. My culinary journey has taken me from neighborhood kitchens to luxury hotels around the world, learning from a diverse range of chefs and techniques along the way. I bring that global perspective into every event, blending refined classics with innovative, fully customizable menus tailored to each occasion. While I specialize in fine-dining Japanese and Mexican cuisine, my background spans a wide range of global influences—from Mediterranean to Southeast Asian—offering both depth and versatility to every dish I create. Every meal I cook is rooted in authenticity, elevated by originality, and crafted with intention.

Founded by Food Network winning chef, Shieya Evans, The Kookery Scratch Kitchen is an eclectic food purveyor, bringing you regional twists on wholesome classic dishes. We pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients and hand making each and every sumptuous bite that your guest will enjoy. Whether its artfully created small bites or a multi course plated experience we will give each and every dish that extra wow factor through use of flavor, unique ingredients and cutting edge techniques. Come explore the gastronomic! culinary creations our clients have experienced. From the first moment of contact we are here to cater to your every need. Making your dream gathering a reality by focusing on everything from the big picture down to the minute details. Whether you have a clear vision or are unsure of the direction, Chef Shieya and our creative staff will work with you to curate an event that is as unique as you are! We will coordinate with other vendors and delegate tasks leaving you to fully enjoy your celebration with your guests.

We use the highest quality, organic, natural, sustainable, responsibly sourced and local (when possible) ingredients with a farm to table approach to bring you what we refer to as “flavors in harmony”. We are Chef driven and customer service motivated. We want to offer you an “experience” that your guests will talk about for a long time.