WAXED CRESCENT GRAZING COMPANY

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Waxed Crescent Grazing Company serves Northeast Ohio with delivery available throughout the greater Akron area.

Please place drop-off catering orders *at least* 48 hours in advance.

Start by clicking "Place an order" on top of this page.

If the date or time you prefer is not listed on the ordering page drop-down menu, or if you get an error message, that means we may be booked and/or unavailable. Contact us for more info.

After you place your order, look for a confirmation email from liz@waxedcrescent.com for pickup or delivery details. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam folder.

Services

DROP OFF CATERING

Order directly from our website and we'll deliver directly to you!

Options include: cheese and charcuterie boards, crudites boards, sandwich boards, salad boards, board bundles, charcuterie cups, + more!

GRAZING DISPLAYS

Our lush grazing displays bring the wow factor to any event. Let us come into your home, office, or venue and set up a beautiful graze for you and your guests to gather around and feast upon.

Choose from our predesigned menus or customize your own graze - the options are endless! Click here to submit an inquiry and start creating your menu.

PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES

Hire Chef Liz to come into your home or office and work her culinary magic for your family, friends, and colleagues.

Liz offers in home private chef and meal prep services, with long term and short term options. Click here to submit an inquiry and let Liz take care of the rest!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW DO I PLACE MY ORDER?

Click here to place your order for boards, bundles, and more.

Start by choosing the date and time you'd like to pick up your order from the drop-down menu in the box on the top of the ordering page.

Click here to inquire about ordering for special events, including grazing tables, single serving options, corporate catering/gifting, and beyond.

WHAT ITEMS DO YOU OFFER?

Simply put, we offer a botanically-inspired grazing experience. This includes but is not limited to...

elevated cheese and charcuterie boards
luxurious grazing tables
not yo mama's veggie platters
bountiful brunch displays
cute charcuterie cups
and beyond

You may place an order on this website for drop-off catering, or you may inquire about additional catering and private chef services below.

Check out our full menu here!

Inquire about catering here!

Make sure you follow us on Instagram and Facebook to be one of the first to hear about new menu items, specials, and more!

WHEN SHOULD I PLACE MY ORDER?

Orders must be placed at least 2 days, or 48 hours, in advance, sometimes longer. We highly recommend placing your order as far in advance as possible to guarantee availability. "We" are just one person, so our days fill up quickly.

If you need to place a last minute order, please email us - we(aka I) may be able to accommodate you.

WHAT'S ON MY BOARD/IN MY BOX?

All of our boards are filled with high-quality cheeses, meats, and accompaniments. We try to use local, seasonal items as often as possible. You also have the option to include appropriate disposable serving utensils.

If you're sending a board as a gift, we'll include a handwritten note - just let us know!

CAN I CUSTOMIZE MY BOARD OR BOX?

With enough advance notice, sure! Please email us with specific questions. *Additional charges may apply

DOES MY ORDER INCLUDE CRACKERS?

Signature boards include a side of crackers. Crudites and other boards do not include crackers. You can upgrade your order to include a cracker board, too!

DO YOU OFFER VEGETARIAN OR VEGAN OPTIONS?

We currently offer vegetarian options for most boards and are working (taste-testing!) on curating the best tasting vegan cheese board possible! Have any vegan cheese recommendations? Let us know!

Our crudités board is one of our most popular items and can be made completely vegan, too!

WHAT ABOUT FOOD ALLERGIES OR DIETARY PREFERENCES?

We are more than happy to accommodate for allergies and dietary preferences, but please note that our shared commercial kitchen space is not an allergen-free kitchen and we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination, even though we do everything we can to minimize the risk. Please indicate any food allergies in the special requests section of the order form.

HOW DO I PAY FOR MY ORDER?

For online orders: we require full payment at the time you place your order. Our secure payment process is very simple. Your order is not confirmed until payment is received. We accept credit/debit cards, PayPal, and Venmo.

For grazing tables and anything involving a contract, 50% of the total is due immediately to hold the date and the other half is due 2 weeks prior to your event.

WHERE DO I PICK UP MY ORDER?

We are currently revamping our pickup order process to improve accessibility and reliability. For the time being, you may choose to take advantage of our "parking lot pickup" option, location at 1745 W Market St, Akron, OH 44313 (Whole Foods parking lot). Detailed pickup info will be sent to your email if you choose that option!

DO YOU DELIVER?

Yes! We offer delivery throughout the greater Akron area. We hope to expand our delivery areas and time frames soon!

ARE THERE ANY INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING THE CARE OF MY BOARD/BOX?

We HIGHLY recommend consuming your board or box the day you receive it. Items used are perishable and styled in such a way that they are made for immediate consumption. Please refrigerate until 30 minutes prior to serving. Cheese tastes best at room temperature and will be safe to consume for up to four hours outside of the fridge, but please discard(do not re-refrigerate) any food left out for longer than 2 hours.

WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH MY BOARD WHEN I AM FINISHED?

Most of our boards and utensils are intended for one-time use and can be disposed of (or even composted!) when you are finished.

DO YOU CATER WEDDINGS AND RECEPTIONS?

Heck yes! We absolutely love love and it would be our pleasure to be a part of your special day. Fill out this form for more info!

DO YOU DO CORPORATE CATERING?

Yes! We can customize individual cheese, charcuterie, snack, and lunch boxes to fit your business needs. Our grazing tables make a perfect centerpiece for any event. Fill out this form for rates and availability.

WHAT TYPE OF LICENSING DO YOU HAVE?

We are fully insured, licensed, and Serv Safe certified. Our shared prep kitchen, Akron Food Works, is licensed by Summit County.

Just a little highlight of some seafood options we offer. Pair succulent poached jumbo shrimp with house made spicy cocktail sauce and/or creamy louis sauce for a flavor explosion 🍤💥 your tastebuds will thank you later - and so will your guests!

Smoked salmon served alongside lox spread, capers, pickled red onions, and more complement bagels for brunch. Phyllo cups stuffed with Boursin cheese and smoked salmon rosettes are perfectly poppable.

We also offer mini bagel crostini, crab dip, and more! What pescatarian options would you like to see on our menu? 🦞 🍣 🍤

The perfect addition to any brunch graze 😍

Dainty yogurt parfaits topped with granola and berries add a sweet touch to your spread.

Spring is officially less than one month away. Here’s a hint about some new additions to our drop off catering menu… 🥚

I get it. You’re a ✨food family✨ but you just don’t have time to do it all. That’s where I come in! Let me help you make hosting in your home a little easier, and I’ll take care of the snacks while you do whatever you want to do with all that extra time 😘

featured…
1. citrus + burrata salad with @akronhoney and pistachios
2. honey brie bites with praline pecan 🍯 🧀
3. Italian sandos with ham, salami, mortadella, provolone, and house made banana pepper aioli
4. crescent deviled eggs 💸
5. crispy chicken tenders + Belgian pearl sugar waffles
6. all the fruits 🍉🥝🍓🍍🍈
7. all the chz and charcoots
8. etc 🥐🥯🥖

If you’re interested in working with me, you know what to do. But don’t delay because I can’t believe it but we’re booking deeeeeeep into 2026 / like October deep. 👻

The prosciutto is prosciutt-ing 😍😍

#prettyfood #foodstylist #foodstyling #foodstagram #charcuterie #cheese #grazingtable #snacks #appetizers #meatandcheese #curedmeat #ruffles #playwithyourfood #eatwithyoureyes #tooprettytoeat

Your kitchen + my work = a perfect match.

Link 🔗 in bio for more info 🌙✨

It’s so much more than just food. A @waxedcrescent graze turns your cocktail hour into an interactive experience as you and your guests gather around the table, sharing pairing ideas and exploring new (and familiar!) flavors together.

👰: @emmgalkowski
📷: @alanchavez
🏡: @tudorhouseatmasonscove

Funny story; the ONE time I used faux greenery on a table, the client threw it away thinking it was real. Lesson learned - never again!

Last time I shared a list like this, some of yall lost your minds over a few of my preferences. Just because I won’t use certain items on my grazes, doesn’t mean I don’t appreciate them in other uses - or that I dont like YOUR tables because you use them. They’re just not on my shopping list - and that’s ok! I’m sure I use some items yall would never touch, too!

So what’s in your list of never-evers?

The holiday celebrations don’t stop in Northeast Ohio…

This family Christmas party included not one, not two, but ✨three✨ grazing areas. I’ll share the cheese and charcuterie grazing area soon, but pictured here are the heavy apps and kids stations, featuring:
✨pomegranate praline salad // chevre, berries, praline pecans, arugula, balsamic
✨mediterranean orzo salad // feta, spinach, orzo, sundried tomato vinaigrette
✨grilled chicken skewers // lemon, dill, tzatziki
✨buffalo chicken dip // dippers galore
✨rb sandwiches // roast beef, boursin chz, apricot jam, arugula, ciabatta
✨caprese sandwiches // tomato, mozzarella, pesto, spinach, balsamic glaze, ciabatta

The kids menu included:
✨munchie cups // goldfish, pretzels, cookies, m&ms
✨baked crispy grilled cheese bites // kobe jacques 🤭
✨rainbow skewers // all the fruits 🍉🫐🍈🍇🍓

Hosting an intimate gathering in your home this winter? Leave the food to @waxedcrescent and let’s build your grazing menu today! Submit an inquiry at the link in our bio and we’ll get in touch soon. 🌙✨

Nothing says *it’s the holidays!* like a massive dessert table featuring @chefginasbakeshop goodies 😍😍

We worked with @stanhywet on a classic dessert menu, featuring figgy pudding, Yule logs, rum balls, and so much more. @waxedcrescent handled the coordinating, design, floral, decor, and candy jars while Gina and her team handled the most important part - all of the baking and decorating of the sweets. Gina’s gorgeous cutouts blew me away with their intricate design, and I heard from so many guests that the figgy pudding was the star of the show. I wanted to try everything!

But don’t take it from me - try Gina’s treats yourself if you haven’t already. While you’re at it, go ahead and order yourself (or a friend) a festive pastry box for the holidays, featuring some of the items you see here.

Last but not least, if YOU want a WCGC x GCBS dessert table at your next event, submit an inquiry at the link in our bio. No need to stress or lift a finger except to send us a message… we’ll handle it all, and guarantee you and your guests will be impressed with the quality and attention to detail.

#christmasdessert #desserttable #sweets #treats #candies #cookies #cakes #yulelog #figgypudding #pecantassies #rumballs #cutoutcookies #shortbread #peppermintbrownies #butterscotchshooters #ribboncandy #peanutbrittle #foodstyling #dessert #whatsfordessert #dessertfirst #treatyourself #akron #akronfood #ohiofood #akronfoodie #stanhywet #akronohio #playwithyourfood

If I told you that balsamic vinegar was invented to make winter tomatoes taste good, would you believe me?

Same salad/different angle

Corporate gifting (and grazing!) made easy 🎁 💝

Gourmet gift options galore, only from @waxedcrescent 🌙✨

We helped kick off Deck the Hall season at @stanhywet with a stunning holiday graze for donors and their families at the annual Great Hall Assembly last month. Take a closer look at the seasonal menu and tell us what you’d try first!

Me? I’d go for a little plate of veggies (endive and cauliflower) and chili crisp yogurt, along with a side of those finger licking good bourbon apricot bbq mini meatballs (which I heard went fast!) - and nobody can resist those everything bagel goat cheese truffles 😍

Deck the Hall tickets have been known to sell out quickly, especially as the season continues, so if this experience is on your Akron holiday bucket list, you should grab tickets in advance. It’s an honor to be included in the festivities each year, and a pleasure working with Linda and her team as they transform the reception hall into a winter wonderland. And I couldn’t have done it this year without my team @tinawinker @stylesarah and @marianj_r

#stanhywet #deckthehall #holidays #christmasfood #holidaybuffet #buffet #appetizers #privateevents #lush #winter #greenery #elegant #classic #nostalgic #foodstyling #foodstylist #foodstyle #foodstagram #tablescape #decor #holidayevents #grazingtable #graze #charcuterie #wineandcheese

🎄✨ Christmas magic is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with an enchanting grazing table? 🎁🍇
📅 Book now to secure your spot for the most delicious centerpiece this holiday season! We still have some availability for drop off boards, event catering, and in-home private chef services through the end of the year. 🧀🥖✨

#akron #ohio #akronohio #akronfood #akronfoodie #akroneats #holiday #catering #christmas #grazing #grazetable #privateevents #charcuterie #cheese #snacks #smallbites #letseat #privatechef #dropoffcatering #fullservicecatering #prettyfood #foodstyling #food #foodporn #foodie

Whether you’re hosting at home or in the office, @waxedcrescent has your wine tasting snacks covered. And not just cheese, either!

For this event, we set up four different grazing areas (one large, one mid size, and two smaller hot stations) throughout the massive @bdo.usa office in downtown Cleveland. Overlooking Lake Erie, I’d say this is the best view we’ve encountered during any setup so far.

This menu included so many tasty bites:
✨a massive cheese and charcuterie spread
✨crisp crudités and creamy dips
✨prosciutto e melon arugula salad
✨mini meatballs in marinara sauce
✨mini pierogis with caramelized onions
✨bacon wrapped dates stuffed w goat cheese
✨lemon grilled chicken skewers
✨spinach artichoke dip
✨caramelizeze onion and bacon dip
✨and all the accompaniments!

Let @waxedcrescent do the work while you relax and mingle during your next event - reach out to us and let’s start planning!

You don’t hate Brie, you’ve just never tried it with raspberry jam.

I love how the sweet and tart raspberry flavors cut through the richness and creaminess of Brie. It’s giving cheesecake 🤌🤌 you can’t go wrong with honey and Brie, either, or fresh blackberries. That sweet and savory combo can’t be beat! What’s your fave Brie cheese pairing?

October weddings >>>>>>>>>

Seriously, though. Do you need any more evidence that October is the supreme wedding season in Ohio? (That’s a rhetorical question, but I’ve got plenty more footage of you need to be convinced!)

And to anyone looking for the perfect venue for their wedding, I’m here to tell you that @tudorhouseatmasonscove should be on your list. It was the perfect venue for the perfect weekend for the the perfect couple. Cheers to forever, Emmalee and Jacek!

#akron #cleveland #canton #ohio #wedding #catering #graze #grazetable #grazingtable #ohiowedding #northeastohioweddings #ohiocatering #akronohio #theheartofitall #heyakron #portagelakes #newfranklin #weddingseason #weddingfood #cocktailhour #snacktime #tudorhouse #weddingvenue #weddingfood #appetizers

It’s not often that I get to see professional photos of my work, but wow! @dianagalay_photo’s shots of this graze make me feel like I’m right there in the room.

This graze kept some weekend-long wedding guests satiated during a little downtime at their airbnb between scheduled events. Remember, grazing tables aren’t just for traditional cocktail hour events! Need snacks for any reason, and we’ve got you covered: morning of, morning after, late night, rehearsal dinner… let’s get creative! (And if you want all the meats displayed separately, you know I can do it for you!)

Bride + Groom: @nicoleemariee6 @gar.par
Planning + Design: @engagedwithnora
Photography: @dianagalay_photo
Venue: @thefranklingrand (of many)

#ohiowedding #cocktailhour #charcuterie #cheese #crudites #snacks #appetizers #weddingweekend #happilyeverafter #northeastohioweddings #akron #cleveland #canton #ohiocity #hingetown #cle #catering #foodstyling #foodstylist #prettyfood #grazetable #letsgraze #goaheadplaywithyourfood

Dreary days have me dreaming of sunny brunch vibes…

Deviled eggs: you either love them or… you don’t. Garnished with micro herbs and edible flowers (garlic flowers, radish flowers, and more!) from @gourmetsweetbotanicals, these may be the prettiest deviled eggs you ever ever seen. But not too pretty to slam back a couple without realizing precisely how many eggs you just consumed 🤪 These are great topped with bacon or smoked salmon, too, but I’m kind of a deviled egg purist… keep it simple (and pretty!) and I’ll be happy. How about you?

My recipe is a combo of the deviled eggs I grew up eating and @sugarspun_sam’s Million Dollar Deviled Eggs. While I’ll never reveal the exact measurements, here’s a loose list of ingredients: eggs (duh), @dukes_mayonnaise, dijon mustard, yellow mustard, banana pepper juice, dill pickle juice, salt, white pepper, sugar(just a touch!), and butter(!!!). I whip the filling until it’s ultra smooth, and use way more yolks than whites to ensure those puppies are overstuffed with goodness. (This process works out well when the shells are extra sticky 🙄- iykyk)

Ps deviled eggs are now a permanent addition to our grazing menu. Submit an inquiry and start planning your event with us today!

🩷🪩🧡 when this client, who happened to be the mother of the bride, reached out to me with her request, I knew I just had to help her! She was planning on doing the cocktail hour grazing table herself, but was starting to have second thoughts. I was not about to let this mama miss out on a single second of her girl’s big day, so I gave it to her straight: if you hire me, it won’t be cheaper than doing it yourself, but it WILL give you MANY hours of your time back… and I guarantee you and your guests will be impressed with the result. Spoiler alert: they *were definitely* impressed! And the MOTB strolled in just before the ceremony, looking gorgeous and stress-free, JUST the way it should be!

We only get so many “big days” with our kiddos. Why not let @waxedcrescent take the work off your plate? Go ahead and submit a catering event inquiry at the link in our bio!

PS: We service anywhere 60 miles or less from Akron, Ohio: Cleveland, Medina, Canton, Hudson, and everywhere in between, and beyond! This particular event was held at the beautiful lodge at the @richfieldhp - and I can’t wait to set up there again!

Can we setup outside? YES 👏 WE 👏 CAN! And the ✨GRAZE ALLEZ ✨ is our answer!

100% inspired by the GOAT @_thymeandhoney_ up in the Detroit area’s Graze + Go, this display features a rustic vibe similar to what you’re accustomed to seeing from @waxedcrescent, but the boards are premade in our commercial kitchen, instead of built on site, so we can swoop in and set up your entire graze in 30 minutes or less (depending on the situation, of course)! This display style uses a lighter wood color, giving you more aesthetic options to work with, too!

I was sick of being forced to say no to outdoor events, and after running into a timing conundrum with another event, I’d had enough - I needed to roll out another option for my clients with limited setup time (for whatever reason), too. And here she is!

But back to Chef Cat of Thyme + Honey. This woman has inspired me (and many others) in so many ways: creatively and as a business person. She has inspired me as much as @inagarten and @anthonybourdain. When I think about what I want my business to look like in ten years, or someday, I think of @_thymeandhoney_ (and @spice_catering_co 🫶 yall are up there too!) - lord knows I need a lot more experience to get to that level, but I feel extremely lucky to have such inspiring folks in this space to look up to. We’re ALL lucky.

I also feel really lucky to get these opportunities. Thanks to my clients who put their trust in me for their biggest events. I truly pour my heart into everything I create, and I hope you can feel the love, too!

Cheers! 🥂

Kind words from clients like Cindee remind us why we do what we do 🫶 thank you for your trust and for sharing your feedback with the world! Can’t wait to work with you again!

Let @waxedcrescent bring the wow factor to your cocktail hour - submit an inquiry at the link in bio 😘

Omg, an August recap that isn’t set to that @taylorswift song?!?

It was a month full of showers, weddings, bachelorette parties, and nonprofit events - so much celebrating!

We survived multiple power outages (at our storage space and at a venue), crazy flash flooding, family illness, the first week of school, annnnnd getting a “ticket” from Newburgh Heights (iykyk, and now I know). We were everywhere from Cleveland to Canton to Medina to Hudson and in between, of course, in Akron 😘

September has started with a bang and I can’t wait to share all of the new stuff we’ve been cooking up this summer, including our new catering options. If you’ve submitted an inquiry lately, you may have already seen the newest version of our offerings! A couple of you have even booked them 😘

I have been inspired by so many of my colleagues to expand @waxedcrescent’s offerings, including options for outdoor events. Now you can pick and choose what you want (and don’t want!) on your graze: from display styles to greenery and floral options, plus a variety of base packages complemented by tons of fresh and flavorful menu additions, we’ve got every aspect covered!

But y’all, don’t delay. The calendar is filling up into fall of NEXT YEAR.

Orders and bookings: waxedcrescent.com

#ohiofood #babyshower #cocktailhour #grazetable #privatechef #privateevents #partyfood #ohiowedding #weddingfood #grazingtable #cateringpackages #augustrecap #reels #monthlyrecap #part2 #instafood

Petition to extend August another thirty one days… sign below:

Very demure. Very mindful. Very cutesy. And tasty AF.

✨ARTISAN CROSTINI✨
ciabatta, honey whipped ricotta, fresh fig, sage tendril, edible flower, @akronhoney drizzle for that 24k gold effect 😎

Just one of the many seasonal items you can choose from when building your menu with @waxedcrescent 🌙✨

There is still plenty of availability for this year AND we’re booking WELL into 2025 - let’s make your grazing dreams come true together 🫶

#akronfood #akronfoodie #akroncatering #weddingfood #privateevents #heyakron #cle #smallbites #appetizer #snacks #elevated #luxe #inseason #toast #bachelorette #party #shower #prettyfood #demure #illbringthesnacks #letseat #foodporn #foodstagram #seasonality #menudesign #yum

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