Bern African Catering · Texas

More than food —
an experience.

Life moves fast. The moments that matter deserve to be enjoyed.

These moments are rarely about the food itself. They're about the people gathered around the table, the conversations that linger, the laughter that fills the room, and the memories being made.

Whether you're navigating a busy season, celebrating a special occasion, or simply making time for the people who matter most, Bern Catering helps make those moments feel effortless—with authentic flavors and an experience served with care.

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Serving Dallas · Houston · Austin and surrounding areas

Bern Catering African spread
Bern Catering kitchen
African cuisine
5★ Rated
Service
Our Story

Rooted in tradition,
refined for today.

Some people cook because they’re good at it. Bern cooks because she loves what happens when people gather around a meal.

Her journey began at just eight years old. Over the years, what started as a childhood skill became a lifelong passion for creating moments of joy through food.

The greatest reward was never simply preparing the meal—it was seeing people enjoy it. The smiles, the conversations, the empty plates, and the memories being made.

Today, Bern Catering is built on that same passion: bringing comfort, connection, and a little taste of home to every person it serves.

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Authentic FlavorsRecipes inspired by the dishes many of us grew up loving—prepared with care and respect for tradition.
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Made for Meaningful MomentsFrom family dinners to life’s biggest celebrations, every order is prepared with the people around the table in mind.
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Convenience Without CompromiseWhether you’re planning an event or simply need a break from cooking, we make great food feel effortless.
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Served With CareReliable service, thoughtful presentation, and attention to the details that matter most.
What We Offer

Flexible Options. Familiar Flavors.

Event catering by Bern
Event Catering

Weddings, Galas & Celebrations

Buffet, plated, and family-style catering for weddings, birthdays, graduations, baby showers, church events, corporate functions, and private celebrations. Custom menus available, with setup, serving options, and delivery tailored to your event size and needs.

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Private dining
Private Dining

Intimate Chef-Led Experiences

Multi-course private dinners at home or venue. Curated tasting menus, wine-friendly pairings, and white-glove service for anniversaries, executive dinners, and exclusive gatherings.

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Weekly meal prep
Meal Prep

Weekly Meal Prep

Rotating menus of mains, sides, and proteins — portioned for busy families and professionals. Subscribe weekly or order à la carte with pickup across Texas metro areas. Ideal for busy families and professionals who want to enjoy great food without the hassle of cooking.

Catering trays
Catering

Tray Service & Drop-Off

Freshly prepared, delivered or picked up ready to serve, and ideal for hosts who need great food without full-service catering. Order by the tray for weddings, birthdays, graduations, family gatherings, church events, and office functions.

Suya meat skewers
Suya Meat

Fire-Grilled or BBQ Skewers & Trays

Beef and chicken brochettes marinated in our house suya blend — grilled to order for parties, sold by the dozen, or packaged with onions and pepper dip for events.

Spicy pepper sauce
Spicy Pepper

Sauces & Spice Blends

African pepper sauce, signature seasoning and cooking bases — small-batch jars for home cooks and bulk orders for restaurants. Available for pickup and nation-wide delivery.

Spices & Sauces

The secret behind
Every BERN Meal.

Bring the flavors you love from Bern Catering into your own kitchen. Our homemade pepper sauces and cooking bases are made to help you season fish, chicken, meats, and traditional African dishes with the same bold taste behind our meals. — no preservatives, no shortcuts. Just pure, bold, signature flavor ready for your kitchen.

Freshly made in small batches
No preservatives — pure & natural
Perfect for fish, chicken, meats and stews
Available for pickup & delivery
Bulk orders available for restaurants
Custom seasoning bases upon request
Bern spice blend
New

Spicy pepper sauce

Hot Spicy Sauce — To accompany all your meals.

Bern spice blend

Fish & Chicken Seasoning Base

Ready-to-use cooking base. — Perfect for grilled proteins & marinades

Featured Dishes

The Dishes our customers
Come Back For.

From family favorites to celebration classics, these are some of the meals that have earned Bern Catering a place at dinner tables, parties, and special occasions across Texas.

Featured dish
Chef's Signature

ERU

finely shredded leaves of the Eru plant · Freshly grown waterleaf · Palm oil and Proteins

Featured dish
Customers favorite

Party Jollof Rice

Smoky tomato-braised · Premium spices · Oven-finished

Featured dish
Grilled

Kati Kati Chicken

Marinated overnight · Charcoal grilled

Featured dish

Sweet Plantains

Caramelized · Golden fried

Featured dish
Signature

Ndolé & Corn-Fufu

Cameroonian classic · Slow simmered

Featured dish

Puff Puff

Soft fried dough · Pepper dip

Featured dish

Egusi & Fufu

Palm oil simmered · Melon seeds

Why Bern Catering

Why customers choose Bern.

Great food matters, but so does consistency, reliability, and the experience that comes with it. These are the standards behind every Bern order.

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Rich Flavors

Traditional recipes and bold African flavors prepared with the same care and consistency our customers have come to expect.

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Food Safety First

Prepared in a certified kitchen and handled with care from preparation to delivery.

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Made For Real Life

Whether you’re planning an event, feeding your family, or ordering for the week, our meals are designed to make life easier without sacrificing flavor.

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Distinctive Recipes

Rooted in tradition and inspired by generations of home cooking.

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Elegant Presentation

Beautifully packaged and professionally presented for gatherings, events, and special occasions.

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Reliable Service

On-time delivery, clear communication, and dependable service from order to pickup.

What Clients Say

Words from our guests.

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Bern Catering made our wedding reception absolutely unforgettable. The jollof rice had 300 guests going back for thirds. The presentation was stunning — it looked like a five-star restaurant spread. Every guest was raving.

★★★★★
Client
Amara & Kofi Mensah
Wedding Reception · Dallas, TX
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We hired Bern Catering for our annual corporate gala and the feedback from clients was phenomenal. Professional, punctual, and the ndolé was a conversation starter all night. Booking every year from now on.

★★★★★
Client
David Okafor
Corporate Gala · Houston, TX
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The spice blends changed my cooking completely. I ordered the Ndolé base and the Suya blend — both are absolutely authentic. My family thinks I suddenly learned to cook! The packaging is so beautiful too.

★★★★★
Client
Fatima Diallo
Spice & Meal Prep Client · Austin, TX
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Tell us about
your event.

Share your date, guest count, and what you're planning. We respond within one business day with availability and a custom quote — no obligation.

Prefer to talk first? Call (214) 709-0847 or email info@berncatering.com.

Minimum lead time: 72 hours for tray orders · 2 weeks recommended for full event catering.

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