The Best Fusion Wedding Caterers in Lacombe, LA

Chef Mike Newhall is a chef-driven catering professional known for creating fully customized events built around each client — not pre-set packages. Every menu is designed from the ground up based on your vision, guest count, service style, and budget. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a full-scale wedding, the focus stays the same: deliver quality food, smooth execution, and a stress-free experience. With a hands-on approach and a background in high-demand service environments, Chef Mike is known for being adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to handle challenges in real time. Clients trust him to take control of the food and service

Celebrate your love with Messina’s Catering & Events, where culinary excellence meets unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re planning a wedding at one of our own venues—Messina’s at the Terminal, The Rooftop on Basin, or The Misi—or dreaming of a bespoke offsite celebration, our team creates customized menus and flawless service tailored to your vision. From intimate gatherings to grand receptions, we combine award-winning cuisine, professional event support, and New Orleans charm to make your wedding day truly extraordinary.

I love to make every occasion a special day by creating an experience tailored to each client. With over 14 years of culinary experience across the globe, I have the skills and passion to make sure your event is executed at the highest level, and I pride myself on being flexible and easy to work with. I make everything in house, creating beautifully rustic dishes across all cuisines, and I can accomodate any dietary restrictions necessary while maintaining the quality you deserve and expect!

Being born in South America and Metairie, La native since the age of 3, I am a self taught chef who devotes her talents to Southern BBQ and Creole, Cajun infused world of cuisines with beautiful plates, simplistic flair and impeccable flavors. Entertaining is her passion and every event becomes a unique and memorable experience. full-service event planning and catering company. We’ve teamed up with many local Vendors, florist and Rental Companies that can contribute to your event and have everything come together perfectly – the food, the décor, and the venue all complementing each other to create an occasion to remember.

Southern Flavor Catering and Events prides ourselves on bringing our clients culinary visions to life. With over 15 years experience in catering, we've made it a point to put customer service at the top of our list and ensure our clients needs are put first. We always provide the freshest ingredients, and will help you have a menu that fits your budget. We can even help with signature cocktails or wine pairings for your unique menu! We work hard to make your Wedding/Event as special, and delicious, as possible!