Personally Known. Personally Vouched.

Masters of Hospitality

Every name on this page has been personally vetted by our team — not from a directory, but from years of working alongside, learning from, and being mentored by San Antonio’s finest. Culinary artists, bar professionals, photographers, musicians, florists, and storytellers who know this garden, share our standards, and have a proven track record of turning ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.

Personally Vetted

Every name on this page has been personally vetted by our team. They know our property, share our standards, and have a proven track record of excellence.

No Venue Premium

When you choose a Master of Hospitality, you pay no venue premium — just a flat $750 coordination fee added to your event total. Outside caterers are welcome too, but carry an additional 20% venue premium. The real advantage of our Masters is the relationship: they know our garden, our flow, and our standards.

Your Vision, Your Team

Browse our network and choose the team that speaks to your vision. Prefer to bring your own caterer? You’re welcome to — just bring them licensed, insured, and ready to do great work. The best event is the one that reflects you, not a formula.

Working with our network

How it works

01

Browse the network

Explore our curated directory of culinary partners, photographers, florists, and more. Every name here has been personally vetted by our team.

02

Request an introduction

Click "Request Introduction" on any vendor card. We personally connect you — no cold outreach, no awkward first calls. We vouch for both sides.

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Book directly

Your contract is between you and your chosen vendor. We coordinate logistics on event day so every team works in harmony with the garden.

Culinary Partners

The heart of every celebration.

Masters of Hospitality

2M Smokehouse

Grecia Ramos

BBQ & Southern

East Side BBQ royalty with a catering arm that brings the pit to your event.

3x Texas Monthly Top 502x James Beard2x Michelin
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Aldaco's Mexican Cuisine

Blanca Aldaco

Mexican

Over 30 years serving San Antonio with full-service catering, private event spaces, and menus crafted from Blanca Aldaco's family recipes.

SA Culinary Legend30+ Years
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Asukar

Chef Adesuwa Elaiho

Full-Service Catering & Desserts

Chef Adesuwa Elaiho brings full-service catering alongside her celebrated custom cakes, dessert bars, and sweet stations — located steps from Secret Little Garden on St. Mary's. A James Beard-recognized culinary voice who can anchor your entire menu, from savory to sweet.

James Beard RecognizedFull-Service CateringSA Neighborhood Gem
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Biga on the Banks

Bruce Auden

Contemporary American

San Antonio's premier fine dining destination on the River Walk — Chef-Owner Bruce Auden brings decades of culinary excellence and private dining mastery to off-site events.

SA Culinary IconZagat RatedOpenTable Top Rated
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Bistr09

Lisa Astorga Watel

French Bistro

Classic French bistro sensibility with a San Antonio soul — coastal seafood, refined meats, and a dedicated catering menu.

Zagat RatedSA Scene Staple
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The Board Couple

Monica Niño

Charcuterie & Grazing Tables

San Antonio's most beautiful charcuterie and grazing table artists — where food becomes a living installation. Perfect as a cocktail hour centerpiece or welcome spread.

SA Wedding Favorite
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Brian West Catering

Chef Brian West

Contemporary American

Thoughtful, polished catering from a respected San Antonio culinary voice known for clean flavors and elegant presentation.

SA Culinary Institute Alum
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Cartewheels Catering

Emily Simpson / Debby Stein

American & Global

Bespoke wedding and event catering with a gourmet-to-go market arm (Carte & Co.) — known for Hill Country weddings and upscale social events.

SA Wedding Wire Rated
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Ciao & Zen Hospitality Co.

Kristina Zhao

Full-Service Catering & Bar

Secret Little Garden's on-site preferred caterer and bar provider. Ciao & Zen Hospitality Co. offers full-service catering across all cuisines with TABC-licensed on-site bar service. As the venue's own hospitality company, they know every corner of this garden, every flow, and every standard — no coordination fee, no venue premium, no surprises.

On-Site PreferredNo Coordination FeeTABC-Licensed Bar
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Clementine

John & Elise Russ

New American

Globally inspired, seasonally driven cuisine from one of San Antonio's most respected culinary couples.

James Beard Recognized
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Don Strange of Texas

Di-Anna Arias

Full-Service & Ranch Catering

San Antonio's most storied catering institution — 70+ years of legendary Texas hospitality. From intimate ranch dinners to grand galas, Don Strange of Texas brings passion, precision, and a deep sense of place to every event. A true Texas icon.

70+ YearsTexas Catering LegendRanch & Estate Events
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Honest Abe Foods / Sahara Samurai's

Chef Jonathan Helmy

Egyptian-Asian Fusion

CIA-SA alum Chef Jonathan Helmy fuses Middle Eastern and Japanese culinary traditions into one-of-a-kind menus — from za'atar grilled lamb chops to shawarma brisket with pomegranate BBQ sauce.

CIA-SA AlumSA Fusion Pioneer
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Jason Dady Catering

Jason Dady

New American

From the kitchen of one of San Antonio's most celebrated chefs — refined, ingredient-driven cuisine for discerning events.

SA Chef of the YearZagat Rated
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The Jerk Shack

Chef Nicola Blaque

Caribbean & Jamaican

Bold Jamaican flavors and a celebrated culinary voice at every event.

Michelin 2025James Beard Nominated
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Los Barrios

Diana Barrios Trevino

Tex-Mex & Continental Mexican

A San Antonio institution since 1979 — Diana Barrios Trevino carries on Viola Barrios' legacy with off-site catering packages rooted in beloved Tex-Mex tradition.

SA Institution Since 1979Food Network Featured
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Milpa

Chef Jesse Kuykendall

Mexican-Inspired Barrio Cooking

Chef Jesse Kuykendall launched Milpa as a food truck in 2018, building a menu rooted in the flavors she grew up with — Mexican-inspired barrio cooking that is deeply personal, boldly seasoned, and beautifully executed. Featured in San Antonio Magazine, Milpa has grown from a beloved street food concept to a brick-and-mortar destination at 1500 W Commerce. Jesse's food is the kind that makes people feel at home the moment they taste it.

SA Magazine FeaturedEst. 2018Barrio CookingSA Favorite
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Ming's Noodle Bar

Ming Qian Von Bargen

Chinese Noodles

Handcrafted noodles and bold Chinese flavors — comfort food elevated to art.

SA Express-News Favorite
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Naco Mexican

Lizzeth Martínez

Modern Mexican

Vibrant, contemporary Mexican cuisine that honors tradition with a modern lens.

SA Current Best of
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Pharm Table

Elizabeth Johnson

Healing Cuisine

Nutritionally intentional, beautifully executed cuisine that nourishes as much as it delights. Chef Elizabeth Johnson's farm-to-table philosophy in every bite.

SA Express-News Top Pick
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Rosario's ComidaMex & Bar

Lisa Wong

Contemporary Mexican

Southtown's beloved contemporary Mexican restaurant with a full private events and catering program — steps from Secret Little Garden.

Southtown IconSA Express-News Top 10
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Rosemary's Catering / The RK Group

Dawn Dawes

Full-Service & Corporate Events

San Antonio's premier event caterer since 1946 and a national leader in culinary and hospitality services. Rosemary's Catering — the flagship brand of The RK Group — delivers award-winning cuisine and gracious service for weddings, corporate events, galas, and large-scale productions across Texas and beyond.

Since 1946National Event LeaderAward-Winning
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Sense of Occasion Catering

Jeff & Allison Balfour

Modern Texas Coastal

The catering arm of Southerleigh Hospitality Group, led by 2025 Texas Outstanding Restaurateurs Jeff and Allison Balfour. Customizable menus with exceptional culinary pedigree.

2025 TX Outstanding Restaurateurs
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Sichuan House

Kristina Zhao

Authentic Sichuan

Bold, authentic Sichuan cuisine honoring tradition with fire and depth at every table. Featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

Guy Fieri's DDD
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True Flavors Catering

Johnny Hernandez

American & Global

Full-service catering with a reputation for bold, crowd-pleasing menus and seamless event execution.

30+ Years Excellence
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Bring Your Own Team$750 + 20% venue premium

Not yet in our network? We welcome them. All outside caterers must be licensed, insured, and approved by our team.

Photography & Videography

Every corner of this garden tells a story. Find the team that tells yours.

Masters of Hospitality

Alex Hilmy

Experiential Branding & Hospitality

San Antonio entrepreneur and photographer specializing in experiential and hospitality branding. Founder of The Hilmy Office, Alex has grown his practice from a college photography business to a full-circle design and branding firm with global clients — with deep roots in the San Antonio creative and hospitality scene.

Hospitality BrandingSA Creative Leader
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Christopher Perez — TxTroubleMaker

Events, Lifestyle & Documentary

San Antonio-based photographer and visual storyteller known for candid, energetic event coverage and lifestyle imagery. A familiar face in the SA creative community, Christopher brings an authentic documentary eye to every celebration.

SA Creative CommunityEvent & Lifestyle
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Chrystina Straughan — Straughan Photography

Chrystina Straughan

Wedding, Bridal & Engagement

One of the only Master Wedding Photographers in South Texas, Chrystina Straughan brings 18+ years of storytelling to every celebration. A PPA-certified Master with a Photographic Craftsman degree, she listens to your love story from the first consultation through the engagement session — and captures its essence on your wedding day. Her images are classic, candid, and deeply personal. Based in San Antonio, available across Texas and select destinations.

Master of Wedding Photography (PPA)18+ YearsAward-Winning
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Guillermo Rosas

Headshots, Editorial & Food

Self-taught photographer raised in Ciudad Juárez and rooted in San Antonio since 2004. Guillermo brings a refined editorial sensibility to headshots, portraits, food, and event imagery — with a studio presence at 24 Fotos.

Editorial & PortraitSA-Based Since 2004
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Joshua Huskin

Editorial, Advertising & Commercial

One of San Antonio's most celebrated editorial and advertising photographers. Josh runs Collective Studios and has shot for Texas Monthly, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, Hulu, H-E-B, and 60 Minutes. His work has been included in the American Photography annual book multiple times and exhibited at the McNay Art Museum and Blue Star Contemporary.

American Photography AnnualMcNay Art MuseumTexas MonthlyNYT
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MK Photo

Documentary & Lifestyle

Texas-based photographer dedicated to documenting moments that matter. Available for travel, MK Photo brings a warm, intimate documentary style to weddings, celebrations, and milestone events across Texas and beyond.

Texas-BasedAvailable for Travel
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Tracey Maurer Photography

Commercial Food & Portrait

Three decades of award-winning commercial and portrait photography rooted in San Antonio. Tracey Maurer's work spans food, editorial, and event imagery - known for creative collaboration, imaginative composition, and a deep connection to San Antonio's culinary and cultural scene.

30+ YearsSA Food & Editorial
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Entertainment & Experiences

The acoustics of this garden were made for live music. The memories are made by what happens between the songs.

Masters of Hospitality

Hat Bar SA

Margaux Huckabay

Interactive Custom Hat Experience

San Antonio's first hat bar — and one of the most beloved interactive event experiences in the city. Margaux Huckabay and the Hat Bar SA team bring a fully staffed, beautifully merchandised custom hat creation station directly to your event. Guests choose their style, shape, and materials, then work with a hat stylist to build something uniquely theirs. Perfect for weddings, quinceañeras, corporate events, and any celebration that deserves a memorable moment. Located at 7726 Broadway, available for private events across San Antonio.

SA's First Hat BarPrivate Events AvailableFeatured on KSAT SA Live7726 Broadway
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John Boyd Music

John Boyd

Live Music — Roots Rock, Pop & Americana

San Antonio singer-songwriter John Boyd brings warmth, range, and genuine artistry to every live performance. Drawing from roots rock, pop, alternative, and Americana, John has built a devoted following across San Antonio's live music scene — from intimate venues to large celebrations. His performances feel personal, unhurried, and exactly right for a garden setting where the music should feel like part of the evening, not a backdrop to it.

SA Singer-SongwriterLive Events & CelebrationsRoots Rock · Americana
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Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio's finest DJs, live bands, and entertainment partners. Check back soon.

Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio's finest DJs, live bands, and entertainment partners. Check back soon.

Florals, Décor & Specialty Design

The garden is already extraordinary. Our artists know how to honor it — and how to transform it.

Masters of Hospitality

Prissy Stems

Prissy King

Custom Florals & Arrangements

Prissy King designs floral arrangements built around your unique style — every flower placed with intention, every arrangement a reflection of the person it's made for. Based in Austin and available in San Antonio, Prissy Stems brings a warm, personal approach to custom florals for weddings, events, and celebrations. Her work is the kind that makes guests stop and look twice.

Custom FloralsAustin & San AntonioEvery Flower With Intention
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Bloon House

Jessica Dávila

High-Concept Balloon Art & Installations

Jessica Dávila founded Bloon House to prove that balloon art could be genuinely sophisticated — and she has. Based in San Antonio and serving Austin, Bloon House specializes in high-concept balloon installations for visionaries who value design over decoration. From dramatic entrance tunnels to organic ceiling installations and corporate activations, Jessica's work transforms any space into an immersive environment. Her philosophy: you're not paying for balloons, you're investing in the design, the structure, and the experience.

SA + AustinCorporate ActivationsHigh-Concept DesignWorking Moms of SA Podcast Featured
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Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio's finest floral and décor artists. Check back soon.

Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio's finest floral and décor artists. Check back soon.

Cakes & Desserts

Sweet endings, beautifully made.

Masters of Hospitality

Clementine

Elise Russ

Artisan Pastry

Elise Russ’s celebrated pastry work brings the same thoughtful precision to custom cakes and desserts as her savory cuisine.

Extra Fine Bakery

Custom Cakes & Pastry

San Antonio’s destination for extraordinary custom cakes — where artistry and flavor meet in every tier.

Lily’s Cookies

Custom Cookies & Sweets

Beautifully crafted custom cookies and sweet treats that double as edible art for your celebration.

Wedding Planners, Coordinators & Florists

The architects of the day. The calm in the storm. The ones who make it all look effortless.

Masters of Hospitality

All In The Details Events

Melissa

Full Planning, Coordination, Design & Photo Booth

Melissa leads a talented team of planners and designers with over 20 years of experience spanning corporate, nonprofit, and wedding events — from New York City to Texas. Curating seamless events since 2011, All In The Details has been featured in Style Me Pretty, Brides Magazine, and Carats & Cake. Their philosophy: get caught up in the memories, not the logistics. Services include full planning, wedding design, corporate events, and a San Antonio photo booth.

Est. 2011Style Me Pretty FeaturedBrides Magazine FeaturedSA & Texas Hill Country
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Exquisitely Elegant Events & Interior Designs

Kimeisha McCullum

Full Planning, Day-Of Coordination & Interior Design

Kimeisha McCullum has been planning weddings and events for over 20 years — and she still gets excited about every single one. Her San Antonio-based team specializes in full-service wedding and event planning, day-of coordination, and interior design, with a philosophy rooted in turning each client's unique vision into an unforgettable, stress-free celebration. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, Kimeisha's calm demeanor, meticulous organization, and deep creativity have earned her a 5.0 rating across every review platform. Black-owned, Veteran-owned, and Woman-owned.

20+ Years5.0 on The KnotBlack, Veteran & Woman-OwnedSA & Destination
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JC Events — Jennifer Craft

Jennifer Craft

Full Planning, Coordination & Floral Design

Jennifer Craft has been crafting extraordinary celebrations across Texas since 2014. A certified event planner through The Wedding Planning Institute and Texas State alum, Jennifer offers three tiers of service — Chic (Event Management, from $2,500), Glam (Partial Planning, from $5,000), and Luxe (Full Planning, from $7,000) — plus in-house floral & décor design and a digital photo booth. Her team is known for clear communication, deeply personal touches, and the kind of calm presence that makes every couple feel held on their most important day.

Est. 2014Certified Event Planner (WPI)The Knot FeaturedTexas & Beyond
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Scarlet Rose Events

Katy

Luxury Wedding Planning & Design

Scarlet Rose Events is a team of Texas wedding planners and designers on a mission to make planning seamless, enjoyable, and 100% customized to each couple. Founded by Katy after planning her own wedding in 2016, the multi-published, award-winning team serves San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, and beyond. Their sister brand, Scarlet Rose Collective, handles custom fabrication, dance floors, signage, and stationery. High-end design with high-touch service — and a genuine love for a damn good party.

Multi-PublishedAward-WinningSA · Austin · DallasEst. 2020
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Volare Planning & Design

Caroline Gollner

Luxury Wedding & Event Planning

Caroline Gollner founded Volare in 2010 after years in New York City fine dining, bridal showrooms, and interior design school — and the result is a planning practice that treats every wedding as a work of art. San Antonio’s most trusted luxury planner, Caroline is personally present at every event, bringing concierge-level service, meticulous design, and genuine friendship to every couple she serves. A 5-time ILEA Antonian Award winner, featured in Wed Society, Southern Bride, Green Wedding Shoes, and Style Me Pretty.

Est. 20105-Time ILEA Antonian Award WinnerStyle Me Pretty · Southern BrideSA’s Most Trusted
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Officiants & Ceremony

The words that make it real. The presence that makes it sacred.

Masters of Hospitality

Texas Wedding Ministers

Wedding Officiants & Premarital Counseling

Texas Wedding Ministers is a team of 60+ professional, ordained officiants serving couples across the entire state of Texas — from quick civil ceremonies to fully customized, bilingual, and interfaith celebrations. With a 4.9 rating across 842+ reviews on WeddingWire and a presence on The Knot, their ministers bring warmth, professionalism, and deep respect for every tradition. Whether your ceremony is intimate or grand, religious or secular, they have the right voice for your moment.

60+ Ordained Ministers4.9 · 842+ ReviewsBilingual & InterfaithStatewide Texas
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Specialty Jewelry & Accessories

The details that make the look complete — and the pieces that become heirlooms.

Masters of Hospitality

Cassandra Collections

Cassandra King Polidori

Custom & Everyday Fine Jewelry

Cassandra King Polidori designs jewelry that lives at the intersection of bold and wearable — pieces meant to be worn every day and remembered forever. Her line, Cassandra Collections, combines creativity with craftsmanship to produce unique jewelry that ranges from statement pieces to everyday essentials. Based in Austin and available for pop-ups and trunk shows in San Antonio, Cassandra's work is perfect for bridal parties, quinceañeras, and anyone who wants to mark a milestone with something truly one-of-a-kind.

Austin-BasedSA Pop-Ups AvailableFox7 Austin FeaturedBridal & Milestone Jewelry
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Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio's finest jewelry and accessories partners. Check back soon.

Beauty & Styling

From ceremony to last dance — look as extraordinary as the garden.

Masters of Hospitality

Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio’s finest hair, makeup, and styling professionals. Check back soon.

Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio’s finest hair, makeup, and styling professionals. Check back soon.

Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio’s finest hair, makeup, and styling professionals. Check back soon.

Partners Coming Soon

We are curating San Antonio’s finest hair, makeup, and styling professionals. Check back soon.

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We are always looking for San Antonio’s finest to join our Masters of Hospitality network. Partners enjoy seamless venue coordination, client referrals, and a partnership built on mutual respect and shared standards. If you believe in the power of extraordinary hospitality, we want to know you.

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