Preserve Indulgence Event Design & Boutique Catering in North York

76 Densley Ave, North York, ON M6M 2R3, Canada

★★★★★
(46 reviews)
Categories: Caterer Boutique Cooking class Design agency Event planner Snack bar Wedding planner

About

PRESERVE INDULGENCE is a full-service event design and boutique catering specializing in celebrations and pop-ups far and near. A theatre of classic and modern cuisine, excellence is the center stage. Bespoken reputation for creative, innovative and always dotting the I’s with details. We are consistently crafting meticulous presentation and lavish service, just for you. Whether you want to throw a party on a yacht or multi-day party, we understand you’re asking for what you want. We are here to make it happen. We’re able to execute and staff accordingly to your expectations. We look forward to using our expertise and network to conceptualize your event and make it beyond your reality.

Website
preserveindulgence.com
Address
76 Densley Ave, North York, ON M6M 2R3, Canada
Plus Code
PG4H+5G North York, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
9 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
9 AM–9 PM
Wednesday
9 AM–9 PM
Thursday
9 AM–9 PM
Friday
9 AM–9 PM
Saturday
9 AM–9 PM
Sunday
9 AM–9 PM

Services

Service options
Delivery Dine-in

Photos

Reviews

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★★★★
October 10, 2024

We couldn't be happier with our choice of caterer for our wedding! The food was incredible—every dish was not only beautifully presented but also packed with flavor, leaving our guests raving about the meal long after the celebration ended. Communication with our caterer was a breeze. She was responsive, attentive, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. Despite a small hiccup with the wedding cake not being saved at the end of the night, she truly went above and beyond by ordering us a new one to celebrate our one-year anniversary. It was such a thoughtful gesture that meant a lot to us. Although we had agreed not to have a tip jar at the bar, it did somehow end up there. However, this minor detail didn’t overshadow the wonderful experience we had. We highly recommend her services —you won’t be disappointed!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Words cannot explain how incredible Cindy and preserve indulgence were for catering my traditional Portuguese late night buffet at my wedding. From the first phone call, and all communication following was answered so quickly and with such care. I booked Cindy just over a year out and never once stressed about being forgotten about. With so many changes made throughout the process, Cindy was prompt and professional and most importantly kind. Never making me feel like I was annoying or an issue. Fast forward to my wedding night, Cindy arrived on time and prepared. The food smelt delicious while being set up, and her attention to detail in the entire set up as well as the quality of taste of the food was IMPECCABLE. Our guests RAVED about everything and it was all gone by the end of the night. Cindy herself is so sweet, and kind. Her demeanour exudes kindness and every point of contact was so lovely. I would recommend Cindy and preserve indulgence 1000x over! You won’t regret it

★★★★★
August 15, 2024

My event was amazing thanks to Cindy for the delicious appies and Rose for outstanding and professional service. If you want your party or event to be a hit, get in touch with Preserve.

July 26, 2024

We are extremely disappointed with Preserve Indulgence's catering for our wedding. Despite paying over $14,000 for catering alone, the food tasted nothing like how it was during the initial tasting–it was cold, the butter roasted rose bucatini was undercooked, and some guests found pink in their chicken. On top of that, portion sizes were very off compared to the other food we brought in. Communication and professionalism were severely lacking. After initial good service from Louise, interactions with the owner Cindy were frustrating. We were rushed multiple times ahead of our final invoice being due, faced an unexpected last minute charge just weeks before our wedding, incorrect invoicing, and unreliable information about arrival times. On the wedding day, Cindy arrived late, failed to follow venue instructions that she had supposedly reviewed and signed, and created unnecessary conflicts with our coordinator and other vendors. Overall, the experience was stressful and left us dealing with issues instead of enjoying our special day. We suspect this is due to her lack of experience servicing buffets or larger events like weddings. We strongly recommend avoiding Preserve Indulgence if you want a smooth and enjoyable event.

★★★★★
June 25, 2024

Cindy was extremely responsive and made sure everything ran smoothly. Preserve was wonderful to work with and the food was excellent, perfect for our lawn bowling event. I would definitely use the team again!

★★★★★
May 17, 2024

Unforgettable Home Birthday Celebration! I had the distinct pleasure of engaging Preserve Indulgence Event Design and Boutique Catering for a birthday celebration at my cottage, and the experience was truly unforgettable. From the outset, their team demonstrated a high level of professionalism and commitment. They took the time to understand my vision for the party and executed it flawlessly. The event design was spectacular, transforming my home into a festive wonderland that perfectly captured the spirit of celebration. The catering was a highlight of the event. The menu was thoughtfully curated with a wide variety of mouth-watering dishes that catered to all tastes. Each dish was a culinary masterpiece, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. What stood out was the team's dedication to providing a seamless experience. They ensured that every detail was taken care of, allowing me and my guests to enjoy the celebration without any worries. I wholeheartedly recommend Preserve Indulgence Event Design and Boutique Catering for anyone planning a home event. Their exceptional service and dedication to customer satisfaction made my birthday celebration a truly memorable occasion. I look forward to engaging their services for future events!

★★★★★
July 29, 2022

We had such an amazing experience with Cindy and her team for our wedding day! Preserve Indulgence prepared beautifully curated grazie tables for our guests to enjoy. It had everything we needed and more. They were attentive to detail and they had given us a perfect variety for all. We’re so thankful they were part of our magical day! Would definitely recommend them for any occasion and if you want something everyone would enjoy for your event.

★★★★★
October 16, 2021

Cindy and her team truly came through. In a flurry, our clients requested fine dining delivered to them. These awesome caterers prepared an amazing feast for 50 people in approximately 12 hours. staying on for the rest of the shoot, they delivered new, delicious, and fine service. They saved our butts, and the client was extremely happy. Thanks again team!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Amazing value and service! Had them cater for my wedding party and it was delicious and the whole process was easy I would recommend them to all my friends!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Cindy was so great to work with after asking for a last minute catering event. She was very punctual, the food and presentation was amazing. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Would recommend Preserve to anyone without hesitation. Very professional staff, great food and service. They played a part in making our event a success!

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Extremely helpful and committed, ensuring complete satisfaction with their work. They are transparent, hardworking, and 100% trustworthy

May 21, 2024

I strongly discourage anyone from ever using this company. With five days before my event they had not even reached out to me to confirm everything. The platters came dirty, the glasses were filthy and they arrived late so would not have had time to wash them so we had to. The food was cold and when I attempted to discuss this with Cindy(the owner) she would talk over me, apologize but then defend their actions without letting me get a word in. For example yes I m sorry he was late but traffic, I m sorry the food was cold but you didn t order warmers, I m sorry the dishes were dirty but you shouldn t have washed then when I had to raise my voice to be heard she was offended that I raised my voice then said she wouldn t be taking advice from a 60 something year old. Terrible caterers!! Do not ever use them. There are so many other ones out there who are not insulting and defiant. Do your research people.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

They kindly took my order for 20 guests just 2 days before my event. The team did a great job. The creamy abricot chicken was excellent. Torched salmon was perfectly cooked. Well seasoned and not too dry. The orzo and broccoli were amazing too. Delivery was nicely done. Well packed and the gentleman who did the delivery helped me to nicely place the food. He took the time to explain how to served the food. Bravo to the team and thank you.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great experience with this caterer! The food received absolute RAVE reviews. They were very attentive to client needs + very responsive over email.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent service and food! Cindy walked with us each step of the way to cater our wedding to our exact needs! Food was great and everything done in a timely manner. Recommend!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Cindy did a wonderful job in helping us cater to a small private group. The meal was very delicious and we had many compliments afterwards. The portion sizes were just perfect and the flavours were well balanced.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We had a fantastic experience with Preserve Indulgence at my husbands birthday party. We didnt want to have to worry about the food and found Preserve Indulgence through a family friend. They exceeded ALL our expectations from start to finish. They were quick and responsive to answering questions when organizing and deciding on food. The day of they went above and beyond on helping us get organized and setting up the food. And most importantly the food was absolutely delicious. We had numerous comments from family and friends who attended on how great the food was from the taste to the quantity. We will definitely use Preserve Indulgence for future events!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Very satisfied with Cindy and her teams service: her prices were fair and the food was delicious. Cindy was also a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Food was our #1 priority for our wedding - so we came in with high expectations. The process of creating our menu was fun and collaborative. Cindy was very receptive to all our ideas and came back to us with a variety of options to choose for our 6 course family style menu. The food was delicious, original, beautifully presented and the pacing of courses was perfect - guests had time to mingle and grab a drink during the meal and made it a more pleasurable dining experience. Chef Cindy is a true food artist - her passion for her craft shines through in her amazing dishes. Fun process and delicious output - what more can you ask for? Would 100% recommend.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Cindy and the Preserve Indulgence team delivered big flavours at our wedding! The menu included an oyster bar, passed canapés, food stations, dessert and a late night snack - all were delicious. Hands down the best food weve ever had at a wedding!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Cindy and PI helped us provide some amazing small food options for a fundraiser we did with the Toronto Chamber Choir in March 2022. Not only were our guests amazed by the quality of the food provided, but the presentation and just working with her to set things up was also fantastic. She was able to work exactly with our budget, but still provide luxury-level bites for our guests. The fundraiser was also a wild success... which I credit in large part to the work Preserve Indulgence did!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The owner, Cindy, of Preserve Indulgence was extremely helpful when deciding the best food experience for my event. Really responsive whenever I had questions and had several options to choose from. When she arrived, everything was so beautifully presented and literally looked too good to eat! The food was out of this world wonderful. My friends devoured it and could not stop raving about it. I will definitely used them in the future and recommend to everyone! Hands down, the best overall experience.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We recently had Preserve Indulgence host my daughter s bridal shower. Cindy and her team were attentive, organized and so very kind. Communication with them was effortless. The food was fresh, healthy and made to order. I opted to go with them as they had unique menu options. Our guests enjoyed the Buddha bowls. Their set up was beautiful and nothing was too much trouble for them. Thanks for a lovely day.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The team was very quick to respond to my queries and took the time to answer my questions. The presentation was great for a catering event. Highly recommended.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Cindy & her team hosted my work, Studio Feathers, Christmas party just the other day and everything went very smoothly! Her team created a custom menu and executed everything perfectly. Thanks again team! We loved everything that night.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

These guys are awesome! Cindy and Neil are very accommodating to all your needs. The food was delicious and the presentation was on point. We enjoyed their company and hanging out with them. I definitely recommend them!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

One of the best meals Ive ever had -- thank you so much! Positive Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Preserve Indulgence catered our wedding last May at Pray Tell Bar. Not only was it the best food any of us had ever had at a wedding, but it was probably one of the best meals my husband and I have ever had in Toronto. Every course was fine tuned to perfection and looked absolutely stunning. Chef Cindy is a truly gifted and skilled chef and we were so blessed to have her and her team celebrate our special day with us.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Thanksgiving dinner was a hit! Everything was delicious and well packaged. Will definitely be a repeat customer!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Had our thanksgiving dinner catered by Preserve and I still have flashbacks about how good everything was from the service to the mouth watering meal they created for us!! 10/10 would recommend, do not sleep on these guys!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

My husband surprised me and my bridal party with a Preserve Indulgence breakfast on our wedding day. Not only was every item perfectly curated and delicious, but the service of Chef Cindy was phenomenal. They truly went above and beyond. I would absolutely recommend them for any catering or special events! Thank you Chef Cindy and team!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Cindy and team are phenomenal at their craft, care for their customers needs and go above and beyond! I would absolutely recommend Cindy to everyone I know, shes passionate and amazing at her craft! Thank you Cindy and team for pulling together a beautiful evening on a 48 hour notice!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Cindy really impressed us by going above and beyond to make our special night a success. She understood how important the night was to us, and created a beautiful menu/dining experience that delivered elegance and professionalism. Highly recommend!

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

I never write reviews, but for good reason I want to put forward some feedback because the people running this group seem like such good people, and they should know if a client is unhappy with their experience so they can learn from it. Me and a group recently went to one of their pop-up supper clubs. The overall idea was neat / innovative, and you could see a lot of time went into the little touches (the menu curation, the story, the decor, gift bags, etc.). However, what was supposed to be a 3-hour dinner / experience, turned into an almost 5-hour experience. There were a number of obvious issues with organization (which they did apologize for, re: missing staff), but we did not get our first (of seven) courses until almost an hour in (that culminating with them feeling uncertain about whether to start because one pair of guests was running extremely late; thats a judgment call where they should have considered the larger group at hand). What was a bit more frustrating was that we had to sit through them taking pictures of their food for the gram before we actually got some courses - sometimes behind the counter a bit more subtly (but you could still see), and then other times very obviously at the table. Given their shortage of staff, you figured that they would forego things like posing their food for pictures to put more effort into keeping the experience flowing - like a plan B for a tough situation. What we later heard was supposed to be a warm first course was lukewarm. And truthfully, out of the seven courses, we only had one course that was actually warm. The flavours were good, and you can tell there was creativity behind each dish, but the temperature was definitely a turn-off. This continued throughout the night, frustratingly watching the hosts take pictures of the food, stop to talk to people mid-serving while we sat there looking longingly at the food in their hands, with increasing hunger and impatience. Given the price tag associated with the event (fine for the quality of the ingredients they used, but not the pace of service or the fact that the food was cold), we hope that they will have a little bit more concern about the client going forward than the gram. A suggestion would be for the photographer to be served last versus having half the table wait for the pictures to be done, after having waited a long time already in between courses. One more thing is that the server should be more on top of getting cutlery out as each plate is taken away, as this was another 30 seconds where we were waiting for our food to get colder and colder. Understanding this is a lot of negative feedback for a group that appears to be just starting out, hope they take this as an opportunity for improvement and a chance to improve for clients going forward. All in all, we do hope they do well if they improve on these kinks.

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

Ive had the pleasure of experiencing Preserve Indulgence a few times and everytime was absolutely amazing!! The food, the event ideas, the creativity and for course the obvious hard work that goes into making the delicious food look so attractive! I can totally appreciate all the hard work that goes into feeding such a large group of people and making the experience entertaining and memorable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

We had the BEST time at the Preserve Supper Club Event held on Vday. Truly a breathtaking food & dining experience, amazing conversations, inclusiveness and community really shine here. Chef Cindy is a true creative visionary, every single dish told a whimsical story. The 7-course menu was intricately created, the presentation was immaculate... If your looking to have a food EXPERIENCE, this is a must try for you and all your foodie friends. We will definitely be dining the preserve supper club experience again, all the upcoming events look incredible!! Thank you Chef Cindy for an unforgettable Valentines Day!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2019

Amazing experience from amazing people. The food was intricate and delicate, the presentation was beautiful. Looking forward to the next one!

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

As an events planner, Cindy is meticulous in her execution and attention to detail. She goes above and beyond to satisfy her clients. I highly recommend her service to anyone looking to host a wonderful evening.

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

Cindy is passionate, meticulous and puts her heart into what she does. Her food is beautiful! Our collaboration has been inspiring and we hope to work again with her and her team in the futur! Heloise for Hush-Kush

★★★★
December 21, 2019

The food at the Garden of Eden supper club was really interesting, complex and tasty! Fun experience and a great send off package. Really good job hosting by Chef Cindy. Only comment which I hope is altered for future events was that there were 1 or 2 people (of a group of 16) that were running late and delayed our first meal by about an hour. This was very odd given everyone was given instructions that we needed to show up on time or else wed miss the first course...I just think the people who are late should be penalized by eating their missed courses upon arrival vs. people who actually showed up on time getting penalized by having to wait longer than expected

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

My husband and I had the pleasure of having Preserve Indulgence cater our baby shower. Cindy was incredibly easy to work with and provided us with menu options that weve never seen anywhere else. Shes extremely creative with her food and the way she displays her masterpieces. We couldnt thank her enough for taking the time to make the displays relevant to our theme and she even brought along decor items that we forgot to purchase ourselves. Throughout the event, the food displays were never empty. Weve received so many positive feedback on how delicious everything was. Not only is Cindy professional, she also makes you feel really comfortable throughout the entire planning process from contract to the end of the event. We look forward to working with Cindy again in the future!

★★★★★
December 21, 2019

I took an amazing cooking class with Chef Cindy where she taught me how to make macaroons. I tried to make these in the past but was unsuccessful. However, with Cindys help, I learned to make these at home on my own and she provided tons of tips to help me improve. I highly recommend her services!