Picnic Basket Catering Collective

Picnic Basket Catering Collective is a full-service catering company established in 1989, operating three distinct divisions (Picnic Basket Catering Company, Buffalo Gals Grilling Company, and Cravings Catering) with over 100 employees. They specialize in wedding and event catering across the Front Range and Pikes Peak region, serving 1,750+ events annually with chef-inspired menus featuring casual Colorado cuisine. The company is locally owned by Michelle Talarico and Kathy Dreiling, commits 10% of annual revenue to community organizations, and is known for accommodating dietary restrictions, LGBTQ-friendly service, and flexible service styles from buffet to plated formal dining.