September 13, 2011
We love Harvest Moon. I’m not sure which is better- the people or the food. Each year that Harvest Moon has supported our annual benefit concert they have exceeded expectations with an innovative and delicious menu and an enthusiastic and talented staff. We are so grateful for your involvement and expertise. There is a certainty of an excellent event when you are working with Harvest Moon. From the food, to the presentation to the outstanding staff, it’s always superior. We are so grateful for Harvest Moon’s support of our annual benefit concert. It provides assurances that our donors will have an outstanding experience. We always receive high praise about the food. Harvest Moon consistently delivers innovative and delicious food and it always looks as good as it tastes: outstanding!
Erika Viccellio, MEd
Executive Director
Charlottesville Free Clinic
June 8, 2011 Reunions Weekend Praise:
Hey Mark,
The event went really well and Barbara was a huge part in its success. I really can’t say enough complimentary things about her………she was so incredibly helpful with both set up and the onsite organization of tasks, etc. She is so enjoyable to work with- so accommodating, so responsive and so dependable. She was there whenever I needed anything and I felt 100% confident with her in charge. Not only is she efficient, she has a great attitude and I sincerely enjoy working with her. Although my budgets aren’t always the biggest, Barbara always makes me feel like I’m an important client and goes that extra mile to make sure all my needs are met. I honestly can’t thank her enough! I’ve gotten great feedback so far from alums and will look forward to working with her again in the future.
Thanks again,
Kyle
April 14, 2011
VDI loves working with Harvest Moon Catering. The service, presentation, and food were truly outstanding and wonderful. All I have to do is send an email and everything is taken care of. Menu ideas are sent over and dishes, flatware, linens, glassware are provided. Servers are provided. And the food is delicious and mouthwatering, More than we can possibly eat.
Cheers!
Sandi Bodell
Virginia Diodes Inc.
March 31, 2011
Our experience at the Harvest Moon exceeded all our expectations. Served in courses, the meal was a work of art, as beautiful as it was delicious. Delightful fresh asparagus soup with shaved slivers of asparagus, served with hush puppies delicately drizzled with a wonderful sauce was served on an artsy rectangular porcelain plate. A perfectly prepared main course of beef tenderloin medallions and shrimp, decorated with healthy veggies, including a serving of crispy-cooked green beans and a “smashed” potato “cake”, a dish reminiscent of a Salade Nicoise, according to Mark, and more beautiful sauces were next. And the dessert of lemon curd napoleons with drizzled raspberry sauce was sensational.
The dining experience was complemented by amusing company, not the least of which was a guided tour throughout the establishment, and meeting all of the staff who were so gracious to entertain us.
We all loved it and licked our plates and fingers.
Queen Elaine the First
‘Poison Ivy’ Red Hats
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March 18, 2011
Harvest Moon is absolutely fantastic. Anyone who can make catered breakfast enticing, desirable and simply delicious has my vote. I have had Harvest Moon caterer breakfast, lunch and dinner and then can do no wrong, simply divine cuisines. You all are cost efficient working with a variety of price ranges, professional and your staff is wonderful, cleaning up behind themselves. You all are one of those caterer where from a planner perspective, I don’t worry, you do what you do best. It has been a great pleasure to work with you and refer you to others.
Danielle Fitz-Hugh
City of Charlottesville Chamber of Commerce
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Thursday March 17, 2011
Mark & Barbara,
I can’t tell you how glad I am that we chose to work with Harvest Moon for our event Monday night. Shay and Chris did a great job communicating with me and checking in with me through the night. I thought the rest of the staff was also very professional and pleasant. I got nothing but compliments about the service and food, and I must say from my own perspective the food was outstanding. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were great. A large part of our motivation for selecting the company was the ratings we had found online and the fact that you had been voted best in Cville the last two years – I’m happy we listened to everyone! Ultimately, I don’t think our experience could have been any better.
Thanks!
Steve Schoeff
UVA Medical School
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Hi Mark,
Sorry for the delay in responding, we’ve been out of town. I completely echo Christie’s response; your presentation was far beyond anything we could have done ourselves. Everyone who attended was wowed by the food, not only the presentation, but also how delicious everything was 
Thank you to you and your staff for your hard work and dedication to this event!
Sonnia Kesser
Congregation Beth Israel
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Sunday February 6, 2011
Good morning, Mark and Maria,
Thank you both so much for making the event so successful. The menu was creative; the food was delicious (and that cake! wow!) People raved about you and enjoyed the moment thoroughly.
I loved having you here, Maria. You’re loving presence, your professionalism, and efficiency, and organization (not to mention your strength carrying all those coolers!) really took all the worry out of holding a party. I did not have to think of one thing! Plus, my kitchen was left spotless! How many times the after effects of a party are overwhelming. Maria, you are the best. Thank you so much and thank you for leaving everything so tidy.
Thank you both. What a team!
All the best,
Sandra
Sandra Savine
Zero Balancing Practitioner and Teacher
(434) 390-0808
www.SandraSavine.com
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Barbara,
I wanted to take a moment and write you to send a special “Thank You” to both you and your staff for a very delicious dinner this past Friday evening. Harvest Moon always does such a fantastic job with both the food and service and I am so appreciative of you all. Planning an event can be so stressful but you all “always” take the stress out of it. Everything was just perfect
Also, a special thank you for all the extra work that you all had to do due to lack of power. Let’s hope that we don’t get anymore storms like those again for awhile. I am looking forward to working with you all again next year. Take care and again “Thank You” for a spectacular evening.
Best wishes,
Susan Pott
Program Coordinator
Academic and Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program
University of Virginia
School of Continuing & Professional Studies
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Hi Mark,
I am writing to compliment you and your staff:
I personally wanted to take this opportunity to inform you on how professional your staff and how delicious the food was at the MS Bike Event this past Saturday Evening and Sunday Morning.
I was the designated MS Employee to oversee the food tent for over 500 participants at the MS Bike Event. With volunteers beside me and your excellent and friendly staff my job ran smooth. We had many compliments on the foods presentation, the taste and the courteous service you all presented. Chad Ervin, Head Chef, was “Excellent” in customer service, along with professionalism he displayed towards our participants. We had a very successful fundraising event. I am sure you will be receiving additional thank you’s and compliments, however, I, personally being assigned to the food tent and being their the entire time while the food was being served, noticed and heard it all. A very special “THANK YOU” to you and your staff.
Please forward to Chad Ervin and a special Thank you to him!
Best,
Annamarie
Annamarie Bonanno
Executive Assistant
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Blue Ridge Chapter
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Dear Carrie,
We just wanted to thank you and your chef for a truly lovely luncheon yesterday. The food was delicious and plentiful. It was beautifully presented on the platters and stands. The rosemary lemonade was a hit with all, and those tiny tarts were crowd pleasers. The green disposables were very convenient.
The weather cooperated and Mary Jo’s garden was a delightful setting. Docents and members of the UVa Art Museum were impressed, and we are sure that the Museum will choose Harvest Moon for future events.
Working with you was a pleasure.
Thank you again.
Janet and Carol
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Barbara,
Thank you and your team for a perfect event. All of our guests had a wonderful time and praised the food, presentation, and service. I couldn’t be happier, frankly. The Powers that Be were also muttering about doing an event “just like this” every year.
I also wanted to make sure we get you paid as soon as possible. I will be out of town on business beginning Thursday, so I’m hoping you can email me a bill before then so I can get the ball rolling before I go.
Thank you again! It has been a pleasure working with you.
Best,
Rachel Casebolt
Development and Events Coordinator
Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership
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Dear Mark,
Thank you so much for your generous offer and the most delicious lasagna in the universe! I will give you a call in the morning so we can set up a time to get together. I would love for you to see our indoor growing systems, and to have a chance to fill you in about what we are up to. I am still getting rave reviews about the party and especially the food, and have to tell you I have never seen that many people fed so quickly and efficiently. You guys are the very best, and we look forward to working with you again!
Karen
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Mark,
Thank you so much for all you did for us on Saturday. Everything was wonderful! All of your staff did a great job and were so accommodating and helpful. Barbara made everything so much easier for me prior to the event. I cannot tell you how helpful and great she was to me! I would recommend Harvest Moon to anyone basically because of her. I was a real challenge for her since we were dealing with so many couples who did not want to go over a certain budget. Everything I threw at Barbara, she came back with great suggestions and ideas. She was so positive and upbeat, even when I was getting upset. Please make sure she gets deserved credit for all her diligence and hard work!
I will get a check in the mail to you tomorrow (Wednesday). Again, many thanks for everything! I hope your wedding goes well!
Kindest regards.
Suzanne
Protz
Allstar Financial Group, Inc.
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Barbara, Carrie, and Mark,
Thank you so much for contributing to the success of Reunions Weekend 2008. Your staff did a fabulous job at the ’88 dinner—despite the heat, you were all smiles and so accommodating and helpful. Moreover, the food was incredibly delicious, fresh and well-presented. I also loved the thought you put into the decorations—the blue votives, sunflowers and lanterns looked amazing!!!
All in all, I heard nothing but rave reviews from the Class of ‘88 members. Mark—I know they were incredibly impressed because they were all so complimentary as they were leaving and just had a great time!
Thanks for helping make my job so easy–it’s always a pleasure working with you!
Best,
Mary Elizabeth
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Good morning,
I just wanted to send you a quick note to thank you and your staff for an amazing job on our opening wine dinner. Most of the participants commented to me about the quality of the food and the professionalism of the staff, both of which duly impressed them. For what it’s worth, I can say that I would highly (and happily) recommend Harvest Moon for any event, any time. I will speak with you soon, and thanks again for making me look so good, and making my job so worry-free.
My best,
Cynthia
Mark,
The food for our holiday gathering was outstanding.
Thank you very much for providing it all on such short notice.
Best,
Reggie Jackson
Assistant Director of Development
University of Virginia Center for Politics