We welcome inquiries for birthdays, baby showers, bridal showers, weddings, corporate gatherings, family celebrations, and other special occasions. Menu and service availability depend on your event date, guest count, and location.

The Plated Parable was founded in 2021.

At The Plated Parable, “Full Service” means that we provide all aspects of catering your event. This includes food preparation, drop off, delivery, setup, service, breakdown, and cleanup. Our goal is to do all the work so that you can feel like a guest at your own event.

The Georgia Department of Revenue requires sales tax on all catering services.

Visit our Catering Request Form page. Download the fillable PDF, complete it on your phone or computer in a compatible PDF app, save your answers, and email it to sales@theplatedparable.com. Include your event date, guest count, location, menu preferences, budget, and service needs so we can prepare a quote.

Browse our dessert menu and select your items and available options. For custom desserts, larger quantities, or help choosing, text or call 404-819-0590, or email sales@theplatedparable.com. Please confirm availability and your requested pickup or delivery date before making plans.

Yes! Tell us which foods and desserts you would like, your guest count, and your budget. We can discuss options for your event and confirm the final menu in your quote.

Contact us as early as possible, especially for larger events, holidays, and custom desserts. Preparation time depends on the menu, quantities, design, and our availability. We will confirm the required notice and your order date when reviewing your request. For last-minute requests, text or call to check availability.

Submitting an inquiry or catering form starts the quote process. Your date is reserved after we confirm availability and the booking requirements listed in your quote or agreement are completed.

We will send you an invoice.

We accept all forms of payment, cash, checks, and all major credit cards. However, deposits can only be made in the form of cash or check. All payments made via credit card will incur a processing fee.

We require a non-refundable deposit to reserve your date. A second payment is due midway between the date of deposit and your event. Final payment is due along with your final guest count 30 days prior to your event.

The Plated Parable is fully licensed and insured. We currently hold a license Georgia Department of Agriculture.

The time we need to prepare your catering order depends on several factors. This includes our current client schedule, your schedule, the type of event, the number of guests, and more. In most cases, we need at least 48 hours of notice for drop off catering services, such as box lunches, and at least 30 days for larger events like weddings, graduations, and more. This helps to secure your date as well. Feel free to call us if you have a last-minute need, we can usually help with them.

We are located in Atlanta, GA, If an event is over 30 miles from our home base, there will be supplemental travel costs for the event staff.

Yes, we do! We do have a delivery charge that covers fuel and staff time expenses. The amount is calculated based on the distance to your event, the logistics of unloading (double park, go down the long hallway, up the elevator. . .), the amount of set up requested and whether or not we have to return to pick up equipment.

Our trained and professional staff are attired in black slacks and black button-down shirts,

Yes, absolutely. We use strict internal safety codes to ensure all food allergy requests are adhered to for every dish. We also have the knowledge and resources to provide special request menus, such as Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, diabetic-friendly, lactose-free, and more. We can create a delicious custom menu for you and your guests, regardless of any dietary restrictions.

Discuss leftover packaging with us before your event. We can confirm the arrangements included with your service. Follow the storage and handling instructions provided for your menu and arrange suitable refrigeration and transportation for any food you plan to keep.

Yes, we do!  Our event planner will work with you to find a date and time for you to come in and meet us.  Our tastings start at $35.00 per person and are based on the suggested menu in your current proposal. Please contact us for available days and times.  When you have selected The Plated Parable to be the caterer for your event, we will schedule a final tasting of the complete menu closer to your date.  (There is no charge for this tasting.) 

The Plated Parable is not licensed to sell alcohol.

Final guest count is due fourteen days prior to your event. After that date, we can accommodate increases but not decreases.

Please allow 24 – 48 hours for your order to be processed as all items are made to order.

If you want to make changes to your catering order before the big day, you can! For small orders and events, you must give at least 48 hours notice prior to the date of your event; for large orders and events, we will need at least 2 weeks notice so that we can make the proper adjustments and arrangements in time. In some cases, there are exceptions to this rule and changes cannot be made.

Our cancellation policy differs depending on the number of guests and the type of service ordered. Speak with our catering professionals to learn the details of our company’s cancellation policies.

No, gratuity is NOT automatically added to your final invoice. However, it is greatly appreciated.

Yes! We can discuss savory food and desserts for the same event. Share your preferred dishes, dessert choices, guest count, and budget so we can prepare a coordinated quote.

Yes! Dessert-only orders and dessert tables can include a variety of treats, such as cupcakes, cheesecake, cookies, banana pudding, and pound cake. Tell us your theme, guest count, and preferred flavors. Delivery, display styling, stands, and setup should be requested separately and are included only when listed in your quote.

Please contact us with your guest count and requested menu. Any minimum quantity or order amount for your specific request will be explained before booking.

Share your total budget and let us know whether it needs to cover food, desserts, delivery, setup, staff, and supplies. We can discuss menu choices and service options that fit your priorities. The final price and included services will be confirmed in your quote.

Ask us about individual packaging when requesting your quote. Availability depends on the selected items and quantities. Packaging choices and any additional charges will be confirmed before booking.

Any required deposit, payment schedule, and final balance deadline will be stated in your quote or booking agreement. Please review those details before confirming your order.

Your final guest count and menu confirmation deadlines will be included in your booking details. Contact us promptly if your count changes so we can review availability, quantities, and any price adjustment.