about us

A family owned specialty catering and event company: From our family to yours, with love!

The North Side Catering assures an impeccable sense of style, presentation, efficiency, exceptional service and of course, amazing food. From simple concept to design, planning and execution, we prioritize quality, originality, personal attention and service excellence.

We recognize that there is more to a successful event than great food. Every detail must be meticulously planned and executed to ensure that every event is both a success and a treasured memory. Whether you need help planning a BBQ, an intimate dinner for two, a family celebration, a wedding reception, a corporate function or lavish gala our uniquely qualified team brings years of experience and the highest quality ingredients to produce a truly exceptional event.

The beauty and simplicity of our fresh, wholesome ingredients elevate any occasion and our dishes are prepared with extreme care and flawless presentation to appeal not only to your sight but entice your taste buds and amaze your guests. Our catering consultants will work with you to design a menu that is seasonal, fresh and customized to your taste and dietary requirements.

With access to florists, photographers, décor, equipment rentals, audiovisual effects and so much more, we offer full-service. Each event will be customized to meet your requests, giving you a look and feel that’s uniquely yours. Let us know what we can do for you. If you can imagine it, we can create it.

Helping to create memories and experiences that will last a lifetime, that’s our passion so let’s dream and plan together!

Christopher Thompson

Founder and Culinary Director, grew up surrounded by the smells and taste of high quality produce, fresh seafood from the Mediterranean, some of the world’s most famous cheeses, DOP products, vineyards and of course, his grandmother’s inspiring home cooking. For him the kitchen has always been a place to connect, create, enjoy and savor. It is life! He spent his formative years training and working with several renowned chefs in the regions of Lombardy and Veneto, Italy. He then ventured to Dubai, U.A.E where he discovered new savors, spices and the love for travel and adventure. He built up a reputation in the catering and event business. Working for Dubai’s acclaimed luxury hospitality leader he had the opportunity to serve royal families from Qatar and United Arab Emirates and experience first-hand the highest expectations of perfection. His international culinary experiences enable him to design menus with limitless options. Whatever the event or occasion, he and his team will work with you every step of the way to design a menu that suits your needs and renders your event a success.

Grace Peron

Creative and Operations Director, brings decades of design experience. One of her all-time favorite quotes is: “Life is about memories, not diamonds” and it shows in every event that she produces and manages. Inspired by great food, love of life, family and travel she brings uniqueness and elegance to each and every detail, creating amazing experiences for life’s most significant moments and celebrations. Her ability to guide and inspire, to direct the behind-the-scenes logistics, coordinate vendors, develop detailed full-proof timelines are invaluable and make our events seem effortless. From weddings and private parties to corporate and themed affairs, Grace and her design team will customize your event to reflect and capture the essence of the moment and help fashion buzzworthy memories that will live forever.

Grace Peron

Creative and Operations Director, brings decades of design experience. One of her all-time favorite quotes is: “Life is about memories, not diamonds” and it shows in every event that she produces and manages. Inspired by great food, love of life, family and travel she brings uniqueness and elegance to each and every detail, creating amazing experiences for life’s most significant moments and celebrations. Her ability to guide and inspire, to direct the behind-the-scenes logistics, coordinate vendors, develop detailed full-proof timelines are invaluable and make our events seem effortless. From weddings and private parties to corporate and themed affairs, Grace and her design team will customize your event to reflect and capture the essence of the moment and help fashion buzzworthy memories that will live forever.

Mary Joy Thompson

Service and Entertainment Director, plays an integral role in supporting creative concepts related to food, décor, production and overall event logistics. With over 10 years of international experience in the food service and entertainment business, she brings a fresh and exciting perspective to the Canadian catering scene. MJ oversees sourcing and managing highly qualified waiting and bar staff and entertainers. She loves developing and planning the fun stuff that happens at events and her affinity for social trends is an integral part of her success. Great entertainment is one of the key elements to any memorable event and MJ and her team will assist from playlists, band/DJ to alternative entertainment ideas that will WOW your guests and give them something to remember.

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Catering is our passion and we would love an opportunity to meet with you in-person to show you our work
and discuss your vision.