To spread joy, one plate at a time.
For Maria, cooking has always been about joy — the craft of it, and watching someone's face when they take that first bite. GourmetMaria was built on that feeling: food made the way she'd cook for her own family, brought to your table for private events, corporate gatherings, and intimate celebrations. Her Ghanaian roots show up in much of what she makes, and sharing that part of herself is something she loves. But at its heart, it's simply good food, made with care — the kind that gets a reaction the moment it's set down, and another the moment it's tasted.
Whether it's a plated dinner, boxed brunch, or celebratory spread, GourmetMaria is here to make sure every bite brings a little joy.
What Sets Us Apart
Always Fresh
Farm-Fresh Ingredients
We source quality local ingredients for every event — no shortcuts, no frozen bases. Great food starts long before it reaches your table.
Fresh produce sourced for every order
Chef-Led
Expert Culinary Team
Led by head chef Maria Ofori-Mensah, every dish is prepared with heart, heritage, and intention — blending Ghanaian tradition with global creativity.
Maria Ofori-Mensah, Head Chef & Founder
5-Star
Exceptional Service
From the first consultation to the final bite, we're dedicated to the success of your event. We arrive early, stay engaged, and treat every guest like family.
Consistently praised for timeliness & care
Your Vision
Fully Customizable Menus
We collaborate with you to design a menu that fits your event, your guests, and your dietary needs — vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free always available.
Every menu built from scratch for your event
100+
Events Catered
5★
Client Reviews
100%
Custom Menus
Greater Seattle
Service Area
We Cater It All
Weddings, corporate events, private dinners, intimate gatherings, holiday parties, gift boxes, catering by the tray — whatever you're celebrating, we bring the same care to every table.
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Tell us about your event and we'll design a menu that makes it unforgettable. We can't wait to cook for you.