Design Cuisine

Design Cuisine Preeminent caterer of the Washington D.C. area for over 35 years.

Total commitment to client satisfaction and the highest levels of service in special event catering has brought Design Cuisine recognition as the preeminent caterer in the nation’s capital. After more than 35 years of leading the Washington catering and event industry, the company continues to provide the innovative menus, quality food preparation, meticulous service, and attention to detail that first defined Design Cuisine style.

05/20/2026

A space filled with light, and a celebration to match.

Sarah and Eric’s wedding came to life within an architecturally stunning setting with a menu of delicious provisions to match. Everything came together for a celebration that felt as warm and vibrant as the couple themselves.

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04/29/2026

Behind the scenes of a gala, in motion.
From kitchen to floor, Design Cuisine’s team plates and presents each course with precision, ensuring a seamless catering experience from start to finish.

Behind every seamless event is a team dedicated to service. With attention to detail, warmth, and care, our staff ensure...
04/27/2026

Behind every seamless event is a team dedicated to service. With attention to detail, warmth, and care, our staff ensures every guest feels welcomed from start to finish.

Earth Day, and every day.At Design Cuisine, sustainability is built into how we cater. From locally sourced ingredients ...
04/22/2026

Earth Day, and every day.
At Design Cuisine, sustainability is built into how we cater. From locally sourced ingredients and responsible seafood, to comprehensive recycling and waste reduction in the kitchen.
Thoughtful choices, made consistently, for events that consider both guest experience and the world around us.

04/13/2026

Two distinct bites.

Not So French Onion, an onion chawanmushi with madeira demi and aged gruyère. Mushroom and Goat Cheese Gougère, featuring truffle, wild mushrooms, and chive.

Refined hors d’oeuvres by Design Cuisine, designed for modern events.

Set within the grandeur of Union Station, Megan & Purnell’s wedding unfolded with a sense of timeless elegance.The scale...
04/10/2026

Set within the grandeur of Union Station, Megan & Purnell’s wedding unfolded with a sense of timeless elegance.

The scale of the space, paired with refined culinary courses, created a rhythm throughout the evening. Each dish arriving as part of a larger story shared among guests.

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Outdoor spring celebrations call for fresh thinking.With seasonal ingredients, vibrant color, and menus designed to flow...
04/06/2026

Outdoor spring celebrations call for fresh thinking.

With seasonal ingredients, vibrant color, and menus designed to flow from course to course, Design Cuisine brings it all together.

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03/30/2026

As Regional Director of Sales, Rachel Chadderdon leads with strategy and imagination, guiding event concepts from first conversation to final ex*****on. Her work fuels growth, inspires collaboration, and ensures every celebration reflects thoughtful design.

When asked what she would create without limits, her answer was simple: a Vow Renewal. A tribute with her husband to commitment, partnership, and to the journey built over time. A reflection of both career and calling.

03/18/2026

Behind every seamless celebration is thoughtful planning. As an Account Executive, Sara Lusk guides clients through tastings, showroom visits, and ongoing collaboration with planners and partners. The planning stage is where vision becomes tangible, flavors are selected, details are refined, and every preference is understood.

At Design Cuisine, collaboration ensures each event unfolds effortlessly.

We proudly welcomed the start of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with the annual Pink Tie Party hosted by Union Sta...
03/16/2026

We proudly welcomed the start of the National Cherry Blossom Festival with the annual Pink Tie Party hosted by Union Station. 🌸

With cherry blossom hues, glowing lights, and entertainment from some of the DMV’s most creative talents, guests shared in a culinary experience that reflected the brightness and promise of the season ahead.
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Support from:

Restaurants:


Shaw Parade, Under the Sun Productions, Magic Mirror, Fan Calligraphy

Address

2659 S Shirlington Road
Arlington, VA
22206

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+17039799400

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