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We like to exceed expectations. We’ll deliver the event you want, with a thoughtful, responsive approach from beginning to end, and a commitment to impeccable service.
Company
The Radish Story
After graduating college and working a series of uninspiring jobs, Lisbet Halvorsen found herself faced with the realization that her road to happiness was headed to the kitchen. Propelled by the idea that she could cook delicious food, make people happy, and be her own boss, Lisbet launched her own catering company. Twenty-five years and countless satisfied clients later, Ravishing Radish is a Seattle institution. All this time later, Lisbet still loves food, she still grows herbs in her own garden, and she’s still the Head Radish, presiding over the dynamic company.
Today, Lisbet works with her incredible team preparing extraordinary food and helping create beautiful events. They also pride themselves on their versatility, and are equally at home catering formal events in the most elegant of venues and orchestrating a plated dinner for 200 at a wooded campground in the Pacific Northwest.
Photo by Cannelle et Vanille
The people
Meet the Radish team
Lisbet Halvorsen
OWNER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Favorite Radish Dish: Seasonal Grilled & Roasted Vegetables
Favorite Drink: Bubbly Water, Fe Brothers Bitters & Fresh Lime
Vickie Peterson
VP of Event Design
Favorite Radish Dish: Grilled Miso-Citrus Prawns
Favorite Drink: French 75
Culinary Team
JoAnna Cruz
Executive Chef
Favorite Radish Dish: Rosemary Lamb Skewers
Favorite Drink: Americano
Chris Cisneros
Sous Chef
Favorite Radish Dish: Prosciutto Wrapped Potato Bites
Favorite Drink: Old Fashioned
Ernie Jamison
Prep Cook
Favorite Radish Dish: Risotto Cakes
Favorite Drink: Manhattan
Ethan Hancock
Prep Cook
Favorite Radish Dish: Polenta & Mozarella Skewers with Rosemary
Favorite Drink: Lush IPA
Aleah Robbins
Culinary Liaison
Favorite Radish Dish: Lemongrass Ginger Tofu
Favorite Drink: Whiskey Neat
Martha Avila
Event Chef
Favorite Radish Dish: Bacon Wrapped Dates
Favorite Drink: Oregon Pinot Noir
Amanda Vidargas
Event Chef
Favorite Radish Dish: Apricot Compote & Prosciutto Canapé
Favorite Drink: Botanical Tonic
Dan Gervacio
Event Chef
Favorite Radish Dish: Dungeness Crab Cakes
Favorite Drink: Paper Plane
Event Planning Team
Taylor Brock
Director of Events
Favorite Radish Dish: Braised Oregon Country Short Ribs
Favorite Drink: Garden Gimlet
Annalee Nolting
Event Producer
Favorite Radish Dish: Apricot Compote & Prosciutto Canapé
Favorite Drink: Aperol Spritz
Erica Milgate
Marketing & Event Producer
Favorite Radish Dish: Curried Chicken & Pear Canapés
Favorite Drink: The Penicillin
Jana Rieder
Event Producer
Favorite Radish Dish: Roasted Root Vegetable Skewers
Favorite Drink: The Hummingbird
Samantha Hinzman
Event Lead & Administrative Assistant
Favorite Radish Dish: Seared Polenta & Mozzarella Skewers with Rosemary Skewer
Favorite Drink: Desert Queen with Mezcal
Operations Team
Lauren Murphy
Operations Manager
Favorite Radish Dish: Chimichurri Flank Steak
Favorite Drink: Smoky Mezcal Paloma
Bronwyn RomanNose
Staffing Coordinator
Favorite Radish Dish: Basil-pesto Chicken Roulade
Favorite Drink: Oaxaca Old Fashioned
Rachel Meraz
Warehouse Manager
Favorite Radish Dish: Margarita Shrimp with Cilantro
Favorite Drink: Spicy Paloma
Testimonials
“Wow! We had such a fun time and didn’t have to worry about any of the details. They were so on top of things, patient, responsive and friendly.”
“We felt so well taken care of and were wow'ed by how well our guests were taken care of. It seemed they thought of and handled every little detail imaginable to make it such a smooth, beautiful and enjoyable day.”
“Everyone on staff during our wedding and reception were helpful, kind, and made our day just that much more fantastic.”
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Photos by Cannelle et Vanille