Exchange Events & Catering

, and chicken & waffles. Our main entrees were served buffet style: wild arugula salad with white balsamic vinegaratte, pan seared chicken, red wine short ribs with garlic gremolata (both served with their amazing chimichurri), summer vegetable medley, smashed potatoes, and rigatoni. Many of our guests (including us) are big foodies and we heard nothing but rave reviews about how good the food was. Some guests mentioned it was the best food that they have ever had a wedding! They were also so understanding with some of the adjustments we requested due to food allergies. Not only was the food amazing, so was every team member that we worked with! Big shout out to Jaclyn, Skylar, and Deanrda for making things run so smoothly before and during our wedding! Even with some of the last minute changes before the deadline, they were so understanding and were so helpful in making sure we had everything we needed. They’re also top notch at ensuring we had all the information we needed, were quick to communicate, and kindly sent me reminders because wedding brain is so real haha We’re eternally grateful for such an amazing team and for such great food! 100% recommend The Exchange Catering and Events team if you’re in the area (: P.s. they also have a restaurant called Exchange Cafe where you can try some of their menu items. Also the BBQ Exchange! We can’t wait to celebrate our anniversary & stop by for a visit or maybe anytime we head on down to Charlottesville (:

y of food options (and signature cocktails)! It's hard to choose because everything looks and tastes delicious! Exchange Catering is the best wedding food I have ever had and, even better, their portions are incredibly generous. Our guests are still raving about the food! Another thing that amazed me is that they were willing to work with my husband's numerous allergies (as well as other guest allergies) to serve them an amazing dinner they could eat. I promise that hiring Exchange Catering will be one of the best wedding decisions you make!

loved everything we tried at our tasting so it was hard to narrow it down for the wedding but Jaclyn had the best recommendations. We still dream about the vegetarian orecchiette dish we served at our wedding, it was that good! The food was truly a 10/10 but the greatest value in working with Exchange Events was in adding Jaclyn on as our planner. While her culinary expertise and advice was super helpful, her wedding planning skills, connections, composure, and responsiveness were what makes her the best choice for a wedding planner. We worked with Jaclyn for almost a year ahead of our wedding and whether it was 9 months out or 1 month out she was always available to answer our questions and address our needs. And believe me, we had a lot of questions (and needs)! On top of her organizational skills and professionalism, the most memorable part about our experience was how comfortable we felt on the day of our wedding with Jaclyn in charge. We’ve been a part of other weddings that were unorganized and stressful but with her we didn’t have to worry about anything. Multiple people told us how relaxed we looked on our wedding day and we 100% credit that to Jaclyn and her team. She was worth every penny!

With many calls leading up to the wedding, we felt that we got to plan our wedding but she was instrumental in staying on track with planning and with suggesting vendors we hadn't booked (hair/makeup, buses, cake company, etc). The day of coordination made everything run perfectly, and despite a light drizzle she helped us have an outdoor ceremony! Highly recommend Jaclyn!

options with Exchange, and they're also willing to help build whatever menu you can envision! Possibly the best part of working with Exchange is that we hired Jaclyn as our planner, which was also possibly the best decision of the whole wedding planning process! She was fantastic to work with from the very first phone call. We don't live in Charlottesville, so her help in planning a Charlottesville wedding was invaluable. She gave us great ideas and connected us with great vendors. She was able to manage some complicated family relationships. And our wedding day was FLAWLESS. Everything was just...handled. By Jaclyn. Even our guests were raving about her! Do yourself a favor and book Jaclyn and the Exchange Events team! (Pictured: my husband exiting our wedding with a bag of leftovers Jaclyn packed up for us lol!)

a great note with an incredible tasting about 11 months before the wedding. We were treated to a wonderful meal with plenty of opportunities to taste different dishes and had trouble narrowing down the menu - everything was delicious. The catering experience on the day of was perfect - the professionalism of the staff was exceptional, and all of the food was outstanding. The corn hush puppies, the tuna skewers, the fall panzanella salad, the salmon - everything was a hit! The whole experience was lovely from start to finish. Don't waste time trying to find a caterer - Exchange Events & Catering is the best choice. And I can't end this review without absolutely raving about Jaclyn who is hands-down the best planner around. She's the type of person you want on your team - she's calm and collected in every situation, she's absurdly organized and always five steps ahead, and she's a pleasure to work with. I cannot recommend her more highly. Hiring Jaclyn as our planner was by far the best decision we made when choosing our vendors.

ulled pork bbq station with mac & cheese for me. The food was a hit! We received rave reviews from our families, and multiple people even told us it was the best food they've ever had at a wedding! They managed to make delicious comfort food with an elegant, sophisticated presentation. Furthermore, Jaclyn and her team were extremely reliable and communicative and they knew exactly how to work with our venue and other vendors. All of the staff, from the servers to cooks to bartenders were so professional. Do not hesitate to book Exchange Events, you will not be disappointed!

tremely helpful. The food was amazing and a huge hit with our guests. We couldn't have asked for a better caterer for our wedding.

r expectations. The guests were raving about the deliciousness!

bite to the last, they exceeded all our expectations, leaving our taste buds dancing and our guests raving. From the initial tasting to the wedding day, Exchange Events displayed an unwavering commitment to excellence. They took the time to understand our culinary preferences, dietary restrictions, and vision for the menu. On the big day, they executed flawlessly. Our guests were treated to a gastronomic journey that left everyone eager for more. The hors d'oeuvres were a delightful prelude to the main meal, and the carefully curated signature drinks and late night snack elevated the dining and overall experience for our guests to new heights. We were also impressed by Exchange Events flexibility and ability to accommodate special requests. They effortlessly catered to the dietary needs of our guests, ensuring that everyone could enjoy the feast without worry. Their willingness to customize certain dishes to align with our preferences was greatly appreciated. Working with Deandra at Exchange Events was a pleasure throughout the entire wedding planning process. She was responsive, professional, and always ready to answer our questions and address our concerns. Her experience and expertise in the industry shone through in her guidance and recommendations. Exchange Events elevated our wedding day to a culinary masterpiece. Their dedication to exceptional cuisine, impeccable service, and genuine passion for creating memorable dining experiences were evident in every aspect of our wedding meal. If you're in search of a caterer who can turn your culinary dreams into reality, look no further! Our wedding was a feast for the senses, and we are forever grateful to them for making it an unforgettable culinary celebration. We wholeheartedly recommend Exchange Events to anyone looking to savor every moment of their special day.

from the drinks to the tofu vegetarian option were amazing! We added on the coordination services, and Jaclyn was absolutely indispensable! She had everything running smoothly, was super organized and communicative leading up to the day, and gave us some great recommendations for vendors.

eading up to the wedding and the day of, both to me and my husband and our guests. We recommend Exchange Events & Catering to anyone!

erything was absolutely amazing at our tasting, but unfortunately that was not the case the day of our wedding. The salad looked like it was plated 8 days in advance, food was cold, risotto was undercooked and crunchy, and the bar started to shut down before last call was made. Things happen and most set the bar low for wedding food, but I guess I just expected more for the price.

hard to make choices because everything was so good. All of our wedding guests raved over the food at the reception! They did great work and had a late night plate for my husband and I to have once we got to our hotel. They were amazing and I would recommend them for any event!

Jaclyn was instrumental) for our December '22 wedding and were absolutely thrilled with the outcome. Everyone was personable, professional, and accommodating. The food and cocktails that were created for us were incredible. Like, to the point where people are still complimenting us on the menu selection. Food was always a top priority for us on our wedding day & we were thrilled to have everything go off as smoothly as it did. While it is BBQ, it's an elevated form of BBQ that lends itself to formal events while still being comforting. I'm so glad Exchange Events also operates as a BBQ restaurant, because we will be back to celebrate our first anniversary :) If amazing food & service is something you want for your wedding, look no further than Exchange Events. We booked them as a full service catering company + partial event planning (Jaclyn was instrumental) for our December '22 wedding and were absolutely thrilled with the outcome. Everyone was personable, professional, and accommodating. The food and cocktails that were created for us were incredible. Like, to the point where people are still complimenting us on the menu selection. Food was always a top priority for us on our wedding day & we were thrilled to have everything go off as smoothly as it did. While it is BBQ, it's an elevated form of BBQ that lends itself to formal events while still being comforting. I'm so glad Exchange Events also operates as a BBQ restaurant, because we will be back to celebrate our first anniversary :) If you're in need of planning services & Jaclyn is accepting clients, book with her. She was so helpful in making our day cohesive, recommending additional vendors, and just generally being a friend throughout the whole process. We didn't feel the stress of wedding planning because we knew we had her to help us make decisions & keep us sane. I'm so thankful for all the work she did with us & behind the scenes - our perfect day would not have been perfect with out her.

ket, fall vegetables, mac & cheese, beans and the fixings-- our guests couldn't stop raving about how fabulous the food was, in addition to our biscuit bar at cocktail hour (HOW FUN)!!! Wedding planner-- Although Hannah is no longer at The Exchange, we found and hired her through The Exchange as she was initially in charge of our catering. She held our tasting and I am so thankful that even after she opened up her own company (GO GIRL BOSS https://www.hannahroseeventdesign.com/) she still finished out our contract for our October 2022 wedding, almost a year after she had opened her independent company. This goes to show the level of service you get from Hannah. We never once felt like we were "a client that's job just had to be finished" or that we were any different as an Exchange client compared to her new clients. Now for our service that we received as Hannah being our wedding planner: How to put Hannah into a written review…There are not enough positive words to describe her. She went above and beyond for us before we even booked her (when she was just in charge of catering). She was my right hand throughout the past year and a half, our most valuable vendor booked, and my husband says she probably saved our marriage before we were married lol!! She was extremely responsive and never left me waiting, no matter the time of day. Hannah became so much more than a wedding planner and coordinator, she turned into a sweet, lifelong friend. She puts her heart and soul into her work and you can feel the love she has for weddings every step of the way. Booking Hannah was the best decision my husband and I made in our wedding planning process— thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything!!

thorough during the event and our wedding was perfect because of her work. I cannot express how grateful I am to everything she did for us throughout the planning process (all of our vendor choices came from her recommendations) through our wedding day. Would recommend Exchange Catering to anyone in the Charlottesville area!

incredibly organized throughout the process, providing any advice I requested as well. My bridal nerves were set at ease during the last walk through when we sat down together to outline the day. They had an answer to whatever issue that might arise. They were both super professional, but also incredibly kind. Now to the food itself - not a single guest went away without complimenting me on the food. Folks raved about the biscuit bar and how tender the meats were, the appetizers, etc. I truly don’t think you can go wrong with this choice. They even packed a to-go box for me and my husband!

amazing to work with and the food was, not to be dramatic, life-changing. We had the brisket, salmon, and whole pig and it was all absolutely delicious. There is also the lovely highlight of the fact that working with Exchange Catering team is a total breeze. They are pros. They know exactly what they are doing; listen to all of their advice because they're right. Book now I promise you'll be glad you did.

was invaluable - her knowledge of weddings in general but also of the local wedding vendors was a huge resource. Any question or request we had or that we were worried could be an issue was addressed or answered without a blink of an eye. When we were debating what other desserts to include, she not only recommended a few other vendors but also knew who was out of the office on vacation and may take a few days to respond. For our wedding itself, both the food and the service were fantastic. Multiple guests went out of our way to tell us how delicious the food was! And the team seemed to always be there when we would look around for someone, and always with a smile. The entire planning process with Exchange, from the menu selection, tasting, and securing of rentals, to the event setup/breakdown, was smooth and easier than we ever imagined it could be. When you book them, you are not only getting delicious food for your event, but also invaluable years of experience and familiarity with the Charlottesville wedding community. We highly, highly recommend!

ent are endless, and all so delicious, which make it difficult to just pick a limited number! Special shout out to our coordinator Hannah Dubit, who came up with great ideas and recommendations for our horderves and dishes as well as unique specialty cocktails! The service during our wedding was excellent; it was timely and professional, and the food was AMAZING! We continue to receive compliments of how good the food was even two months after the wedding  Cannot go wrong with Exchange!

tifully and matched our wedding style. Jaclyn is AMAZING, and worked with our planner to ensure our day went off without a hitch! I could not recommend Exchange Events enough! I am going to be looking for an excuse to use them again!

chicken and pulled pork (we had ribs passed around), cheesy grits and green beans, and we did a plated salad. Cocktail hour had the best fried pickles and bruschetta, we also had a pretzel bar (it stole the show). We did hush puppies to go as a late night food before people got on the bus. They also let you bring your own alcohol which we did to save money and have some nicer options than regular domestics. Jaclyn and Carol Ann were so nice. Everyone was so organized and responsive too. Seriously, they were the most responsive and easy to work with vendor we had. Book them now!

perfectly describe the layout of our historic venue from memory! Jaclyn provided indispensable support through every step of our wedding planning - from recommending brilliant vendors, to using her excellent taste to help us select our rentals, to providing great suggestions for our meal choices. Our guests are still raving about the brisket that we served at dinner and the lamb meatballs that we offered during the cocktail hour (there are fantastic options for those avoiding meat too - my vegetarian friend claims that BBQ Exchange has the best smoked tofu in the whole state!). My husband and I also had a blast working with Jaclyn to come up with creative specialty cocktails that really captured the "spirit" of our relationship. It was so wonderful to not have to worry about a thing on the day of our wedding, as we had complete confidence in Jaclyn's ability to work through any issue that could arise. I will never forget walking into our reception and just gasping at how beautifully everything had been arranged - it's a treasured memory, and all thanks to Exchange Events. You won't regret hiring them!

hen it comes to providing 5-star service, not even a broken leg! I had people asking me "who is the girl on crutches carrying cases of beer?! She is amazing!" She ran her team at the highest level, and it showed. Rave reviews from our guests were still pouring in even more than a week later. The food could not have been more perfect - specifically the perfectly cooked beef (my mouth waters thinking about it). The drinks were phenomenal - specialty cocktails were Pomegranate Cosmos and Smoking Old Fashioneds! The dry ice in the Old Fashioneds was a huge hit! I had family members tell me later on that when they entered the barn they felt they had to straighten their ties based on the service they were provided upon entry. The accolades go on and on!

sines. They were happy to work with the other cater and knew exactly what we would need day of. We used exchange for both our rehearsal dinner and reception. The food was great and everyone enjoyed it. We highly recommend!

s it did without her! Between vendor recommendations, answering any of all of my (and my mom's) questions, providing life advice/calming my nerves of planning a wedding during covid-19 times, helping us last minute find a new vendor for transportation when ours canceled very close to the wedding date...I could go on forever. Hannah is so sweet & responsive & organized, and I would 1000% recommend having her as your wedding coordinator! On to the catering, it was out of this world! We had heard great reviews from colleagues and loved what we saw on the sample menu! They were very flexible in making small menu changes, and we officially fell in love at our tasting & couldn't wait for the wedding day to try everything again! Post-wedding, we have heard nothing but amazing reviews from our family & friends, with cocktail hour especially being a huge hit! (The lobster rolls & hushpuppies were huge favorites!) We can't recommend them enough!!!

he came up with great ideas for making my day special. She also helped put me at ease throughout the process. Day of, she stayed on top of everything and I never felt like I had to tackle any problems. The food was also DELICIOUS and our guests raved about it. Highly highly recommend!!

happy and all worked so hard. Would use them again!

f parents to come. We picked several options for each course to sample. They offered recommendations based on our interests, what was fresh given the season, and our price point. When we asked if we could do a certain dish a little differently, they happily obliged. It was a collaborative process where they offered their expertise and accounted for our own personal tastes. One such example was the creation of our signature drinks. When we mentioned we had two cats, one named Nash after Nashville and one named Charlotte after Charlottesville, we brainstormed different drinks that would live up to their names. The results was a Lemon Blackberry Old Fashion for Nash and a Thyme White Wine Sangria for Charlotte. The night of the rehearsal dinner and our wedding, the catering team really shined. We had BBQ Exchange, brick and mortar restaurant, for our rehearsal dinner and Exchange Events for the wedding. We had several of the staff members both nights though. The were fantastic both nights. They were so incredibly flexible with our schedule, even when we threw them some curveballs along the way. Robin in particular was very helpful in making sure we had what we need and making sure everyone was having a good time. The food was as good as we remember from the tasting. Some of my personal favorites were the friend green tomatoes, grits with pork belly, and salmon. It was all great though.

ottesville VA. I had reached out to all of the recommended caterers but Exchange was the most responsive/organized/informative/accommodating so we selected them for the event with no trepidation whatsoever. Hannah was our point of contact and from soup to nuts she did not disappoint. Great communication, thoughtful, patient, and knowledgeable about the venue due to past experience there…I just can’t say enough. She actually worked the event and that continuity was important to me, although I didn’t realize it until the night of! The tasting, months in advance of the event, was a lot of fun, allowing us to choose the tasting menu from a huge selection of choices, with enough selections for the tasting that made it a challenge (in a good way) to narrow the field. Our guests were very happy with the meal, particularly the appetizers and salad selection. As the mother of the bride, I was too distracted to notice what I was eating, but enjoyed some of the leftovers. Hannah delivered on my request for al dente green beans!! The bride and groom, also distracted, were able to really enjoy the food thanks to a high end “doggy bag” that Hannah arranged for them to take home that night. Finally, the Exchange team on the day of the event exceeded my expectations, from setting up to breaking down and everything in between. I highly recommend!

ll expectations in this capacity -- she was able to pick up all of our vendors from July 2020 and move them to July 2021, mitigating all of our anxieties (and resulting in no financial losses for us!). So, 6 months of planning turned into 18 months, but Hannah regularly checked-in with us and kept us accountable in organizing things on our end. She was incredibly easy to work with and took so much stress out of wedding planning -- from the smallest details, like creating a list of things we needed to bring to the venue day of, to much larger tasks like coordinating things across nearly a dozen vendors. We can't say enough amazing things about her planning skills. As for the catering -- this was also incredible!! Exchange did both our rehearsal dinner (BBQ) and our wedding meal (more fancy food, like rockfish and steak). The food was excellent (seriously - go check out the BBQ and get the pickles) and the staff was beyond professional and easy to work with.

is very organized and so pleasant to work with through out the process. You will be in good hands with Hannah!

vailable, and the team was super easy to work with! They even went to pickup our late night food from a specific vendor when that vendor wouldn’t deliver. Would highly recommend or re-book! 10/10

king about the food. Hannah Dubit was our wedding coordinator, and she was an absolute life saver! The wedding would not have gone off without her! 10/10 would recommend Exchange Event and Hannah!!!

wedding at 2 different venues this past weekend. The wedding was postponed for a whole year due to COVID and she kept us informed the whole time. Both events were nothing short of fabulous! Hannah misses no details, big or small! The food was delicious and she also helped to coordinate all of our other vendors. I'll be recommending them to anyone I know planning an event in the area.

issue with one of the bridesmaids not having a bouquet of flowers due to our error and she pulled out her floral tape and made a bouquet in 5 minutes that was almost identical to the others. Very calm and professional, kept everyone on track and at the end of the night we just walked out with all of our supplies etc. loaded and waiting. We did not lift a finger. As far as the food, positively the best food we have ever had at a wedding. The guest were raving about the hors d'oeuvres and the dinner. The entire staff was very professional and prompt. Hannah's vendors were amazing as well. She had suggested a coach bus to take the wedding party back to the hotel and this was a perfect suggestion. My daughter said this was a magical night for her and one she will never forget. Hannah will always be in our memories as the perfect wedding planner!

nning to create the perfect event! Hannah's vendor connections were all top notch and her ability to provide options to meet our daughter's vision was exceptional. The wedding ceremony went off flawlessly because Hannah left no detail unaddressed. She was calm, cool and collected throughout the entire wedding which allowed us to focus on our special day. It is unimaginable what this process would have been like without Hannah! Regarding the reception, countless people raved about the quality of the food. We chose to do stations with three different types of entires. The layout of the food stations was super efficient. Our guests expressed that it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding which was our experience as well. Four months before the wedding Hannah and Exchange events provided a tasting where we selected the three menu options and we were very comfortable that it was going to be a hit and it exceeded our expectations! Even at the end of our special day, Hannah and her team loaded up our car, leaving us with nothing to do but to enjoy a perfect send off. Hiring Hannah Dubit and Exchange Events & Catering was by far the best decsion we made in this process!

sional. Hannah Dubit was the best person to have coordinate our wedding. Throughout the planning process she was always available and made planning the wedding stress free. She created the perfect timeline and made our wedding day run so smoothly. There are not enough words to describe how amazing she truly is! Highly recommend Hannah and Exchange Events & Catering. Neither will disappoint!

ng. Everything was perfect. She even was at our beck and call throughout the day and made sure all our requests satisfied. She even made sure our families continued to be comfortable and had everything they needed throughout the day. The guests were amazed by how great the food was and how organized the catering staff was. I 100% recommend them for any event!!

by downloading a menu from their website, because they provide SO much more than just BBQ (but also, the best BBQ in VA if you want to go that route)! And while you are at it, BOOK HANNAH! I would recommend her a million times over. Thank you Exchange Events & Catering and Hannah for everything!!

so happy working with Hannah. She is helpful, knowledgeable, experienced and patient with great suggestions if desired.

have not had the wedding I always dreamed of without their help! Jaclyn was there every step of the way, even when we had to move our wedding from May to September. Never once did I have to worry about the little details and EVERYONE loved the food! The night went perfectly! Top-notch company with the best staff around in Charlottesville! I HIGHLY recommend them booking them for your wedding!

ill become your new BFF and saving grace. She is beyond detail oriented and will ensure that everything about your special day is perfect. From ensuring that we had our signature drinks right after the ceremony while taking pictures to making sure that we had everything we could possibly need throughout the night, Hannah was on it!