Simply put, we make memorable parties and events.
Over the past few decades, Purple Onion Catering Co. has evolved into one of Washington, D.C.’s most successful catering and event planning teams.
We define success by your wonderful feedback, experiences, loyalty and your desire to come back and plan your next event with us year after year.
Get to know us even more through some of our history and the people who make up the Purple Onion Catering Co. you know and love today.
Once again – Thanks to you and your staff for a perfect event! Can you believe that it was eleven years ago that you first did our son’s wedding? Now we can’t imagine any celebration without you!
-LAURA A.
Our Story
Margot Jones launched Purple Onion Catering Co. in 1990, and since then has grown her team to include some of the most talented individuals in the area.
Designing and catering weddings, special events, corporate events and private parties, this highly talented team went from bringing happiness to handfuls of clients to exceeding the event goals for thousands of hosts all over the area.
Staying true to Margot’s beliefs in always working with the best ingredients and preparation techniques, the past three decades have consisted of more delicious food and outstanding service to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area than ever before. In fact, this is still very much a goal we continuously meet day after day: always deliver exceptional menus and exceptional service.
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Today, our unique approach to menus, skilled culinary team, and dedicated planning staff continue to make Margot and her team proud of what we do for the Greater Washington, D.C., area.
From large-scaled, 1,000-plus-guest events to intimate private dinners for 25, Purple Onion Catering Co.’s forte lies in creating something truly original, something that you will happily relive through wonderful memories over and over again.