Em’s Catering is a love project. I started it as a small private chef side gig to help make ends meet and it quickly grew to a full business. My team and I have been part of over 200 weddings and being there to watch the most special day in a couples life is joyful. We pour that joy and love into the food. Everything is customized to the couples vision. Nothing is out of reach so dream big with us! We can make it a beautiful reality.

As a small, woman, and veteran-owned business, we bring a unique perspective and passion to everything we do. We specialize in creating personalized, one-of-a-kind experiences that reflect your individual style and vision. From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, our team is committed to delivering exceptional service and attention to detail. Let us bring our expertise and creativity to your next event and make it an unforgettable occasion.

Welcome! I'm Chef Sakinah. I have worked in the food and beverage industry professionally for nearly a decade and counting. Throughout my career, I've worked in various restaurants across New Jersey, New York City, Florida, North Carolina, and California. With this exposure, I've learned many different styles, cuisines, and techniques of cooking, and from many executive head chefs. Managing and handling all facets of the kitchen, is also my expertise. Graduating from one of the top Culinary Arts Schools in the United States, I earned my A.A.S Degree in Culinary Arts, and Serv Safe/State Food Safety Certificate.

Southern Harvest Hospitality Group is a group of restaurant and catering companies founded on the principle of bringing the area’s best produce and meats to our guests’ tables. Our chef-driven menus feature seasonal and regional favorites, and are customizable to fit your specific needs. We began our journey more than a decade ago, and founded Southern Harvest on the basis of providing chef driven, locally sourced, and southern inspired cuisine at an affordable price. Our owner, Tom Meyer, had a dream of becoming the most respected hospitality group in North Carolina, and we work tirelessly every single day to make that dream come true.