Chef Christopher Evan Taylor is the founder of Chris Evans Events and Catering “a Taylor made experience." With a long family lineage of cooking soulful meals, Taylor attributes his deep passion and inspiration of recipes to the many family holidays, cook outs and Sunday dinners; spending many summers and holidays.
At a very young age, Taylor was exposed to the high quality catering services through his Godmother, Donita Carter, owner of A Taste of Heaven Catering Services, Inc. It was with her that he realized his love for the culinary arts, as he worked with her on many occasions. As Taylor grew and matured from her teachings, he attended the Culinary Arts Program at Laney College. While attending Laney College, Taylor began work at Corners Café, located within the Youth Uprising, in Oakland As time progressed, Taylor expanded his knowledge and was soon promoted several times: he began as a Line Cook and was promoted to Floor Manager and ultimately to Assistant Manager.
After serving faithfully at Youth Uprising, Taylor received an opportunity to work for the premiere Head Royce School, under Epicurean, where he continued to develop and sharpen his culinary skills. After two years with Head Royce, Taylor received an opportunity: an opening at Corner’s Café as a General Manager. Taylor was offered the position and he went back home to where it all had begun. Taylor has also partnered and gained experience with UCSF Catering Department and as Dionne Knox’s Sous Chef. In addition, Taylor has also ventured into the field of being a personal chef to some of the Bay Area’s most elite clientele. Taylor has also worked with Red Door Catering Company as a Chef’s Assistant and Chef Event lead.
Christopher Evan Taylor will once again compete in the DICED competition (Wednesday, May 4 at 11:00 a.m.) during Catersource + The Special Event in Anaheim after having won the competition in 2021. Photo courtesy WTA Photos via SpotMyPhotos
Taylor has worked diligently in his quest to take the soul of any comfort cuisine and infuse it with the charismatic flavors of the Bay Area’s multi-cultural presence, to bring vibrate cooking styles, creating an exclusive experience.
Chef Christopher Evan Taylor of Chris Evans Events and Catering took home the DICED trophy durig Catersource + The Special Event in 2021 (Miami) with his deconstructed breakfast board featuring a lamb hash topped with a spicy cheese fondue along with a yolky egg; and accompanied by crostinis and jam. Photo courtesy WTA Photos via SpotMyPhotos
Taylor will be teaming up with Elle Bronson (Elle Inspired Productions) for two sessions during Catersource + The Special Event, May 2-5 in Anaheim. You can also catch Taylor in the DICED competition (Wednesday, May 4 at 11:00 a.m.). As the reigning champion (Taylor won last year's competition with his "Southern Hash Charcuterie Brunch Breakfast Yumminess), it's sure to be a stiff competition this year.
The Sought After New Kid on the Block
Tuesday, May 3 at 10:00 a.m.
In this session, we'll share our experience as an Event Planner and a Caterer, as well as the experiences of Black clients' in hopes to curate an authentic, welcoming, and inclusive interaction between your future Black clients. We'll explore ways to culturally diversify your vendor list to honor all the beautiful cultural backgrounds of all clients that submit an RFP for your services.
"Your Invitation to the Cookout"
Wednesday, May 4 at 2:30 p.m.
In this session, we'll share our experience as an Event Planner and a Caterer, as well as the experiences of Black clients' in hopes to curate an authentic, welcoming, and inclusive interaction between your future Black clients. We'll explore ways to culturally diversify your vendor list to honor all the beautiful cultural backgrounds of all clients that submit an RFP for your services.
We can't wait to see you in California!
