Fabulous off-site catering for all celebrations
Essence of the Thymes Catering
20+ Years of Trusted Service in the PNW
Catering Designed Around You
Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gathering, holiday celebration, or fundraiser, our focus is simple:
exceptional food and seamless service delivered wherever you need us.
Customized Service for Every Event
As an experienced off‑premise caterer, we work smoothly with a wide range of venues and understand their requirements.
We help you shape the service style, rentals, and timeline so every detail aligns with your event.
What to Expect
Initial Inquiry: We’ll reach out within 24 hours to schedule your consultation.
After Your Consultation: You’ll receive a detailed proposal and cost breakdown within one week.
Your Consultation
Bring anyone involved in decision‑making.
This meeting helps us understand your event and gives you a sense of our approach, creativity, and commitment to service.
In your consultation, we'll discuss menu preferences, schedule, rental needs, and service expectations.
Ask anything—this is your time.
We look forward to learning how we can help make your event truly memorable.
Meet Our Team
Gina Omalanz
Founder
I feel truly privileged to be living my dream, sharing my passion through every event we have the honor of serving. With a foundation in restaurant hospitality, I’ve built Essence around the belief that exceptional, restaurant-quality food and service can be delivered in the intimate, personalized setting of your choice.
This company was created through intention—choosing extraordinary people, choosing outstanding ingredients, and choosing to truly listen to the needs of our clients. Your trust and continued support mean more than words can express.
I look forward to the opportunity to bring your vision to life and to be a part of your next unforgettable event.
Celeste
Event Producer
Celeste brings over 15 years of experience in restaurant, catering and hospitality settings, delivering a consistently high level of execution to every event she produces. Detail-oriented and deeply professional, she has a gift for turning her passion for life’s celebrations into beautifully orchestrated experiences. Celeste holds a deep appreciation for the way food creates community, connection, and joy. She earned her Associate of Arts degree from the Seattle Culinary Academy and speaks both French and Chinese. Above all, she is a devoted wife and an incredible mom, bringing care, intention, and heart into everything she does.
Hanna
Kitchen Manager
Hanna is our Kitchen Manager and one of the exceptional Head Chefs at Essence. She ensures flawless execution in every culinary detail, from the freshness of our ingredients to the precision of each dish we create. Outside the kitchen, she enjoys time with her partner, TJ, and their dog, Chaquita—often exploring the outdoors, camping, or cheering on the Mariners whenever they get the chance.
TJ
Site Chef
With over 14 years of experience in the restaurant and service industries, TJ brings a refined understanding of global flavors and culinary technique to our team. His depth of knowledge and creative approach make him an invaluable part of Essence. When he’s not in the kitchen, you’ll often find him playing guitar or spending quality time with his family and their dog.
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