James attended the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco. He enjoyed his time in the city and appreciated experiencing the foods and cultures of San Francisco’s world melting pot. Next, James attended the Scottsdale Culinary Institute in Arizona. While working in the banquet kitchen at the Scottsdale Plaza, his passion for food grew and he developed an appreciation for creating memorable experiences. He enjoys working with clients to create special menus and make their special events as personal as possible. James loves experiencing and experimenting with different internationally influenced ethnic cuisines. In his spare time, James enjoys fishing, hiking, surfing, mountain biking, snowboarding and, of course – cooking.
Gayle is an Event Coordinator with CateringUnlimited.Com and has been overseeing events since 2007. Gayle has been immersed in the Food and Beverage industry since she started working at her family restaurant 15 years ago and has been supervising events for many years. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Events and Business from California State University - Chico. Gayle did an internship at Michael Daigan Floral Design in San Francisco and worked with a top floral designer for 5 years. Gayle is a San Luis Obispo native, residing in North County where she appreciates facilitating wedding catering at exceptional surrounding wineries. Gayle oveesees CateringUnlimited.Com’s bridal showroom at the Broad Street Events Group (www.broadstreeteventgroup.com). She enjoys meeting with brides, describing Epic Weddings’ services and tasting clients on our chef’s offerings. Gayle is an organized multi-tasker who appreciates her job which is challenging and always changing – which keeps her on her toes.
Claire has worked with CateringUnlimited.Com since 2002, originally overseeing the Morro Bay Banquet facility and now as an Event Coordinator working with brides onsite as well as at offsite locations throughout the County. She is a certified bridal consultant as well as certified florist. Claire is passionate and takes pride in her work. She has coordinated over 1000 events and has coordinated an event for 3000 guests. She regularly receives “letters of recommendation” from pleased clients and stays aware of the latest trends in wedding design and execution.
