☀️ Summer Catering in St. Petersburg & Pinellas County: Backyard Parties, Corporate Events & Coastal Celebrations

Celebrate Big, Eat Fresh & Keep It Local with A Fresh Connection Catering

Summer in Pinellas County is all about good vibes, great views, and even better gatherings. From sunset dinners in St. Pete to poolside parties in Seminole and corporate luncheons in Clearwater, this season gives us every reason to come together—and we believe the food should be just as memorable as the moment.

At A Fresh Connection Catering, we specialize in full-service catering for events of 30 or more guests, with fresh menus and professional service that make your summer celebration effortless. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ in Largo, a company-wide event in Dunedin, or a bridal shower in Gulfport, we bring the flavor, flexibility, and fun.

In this post, we’ll show you:

• 🌴 The towns and neighborhoods we serve across Pinellas County

• 🍓 Fresh summer menu ideas your guests will rave about

• 🏖️ Event styles we love to cater—from corporate events to coastal celebrations

• ✅ Why local clients trust A Fresh Connection to deliver, plate after plate

  
  

Let’s dive in and make this your most delicious summer yet. ⬇️

📍 Where We Cater: Pinellas County Communities We Proudly Serve

At A Fresh Connection Catering, we’re proud to call St. Petersburg home—and even prouder to serve the vibrant communities that make up the heart of Pinellas County. Whether you're planning a corporate event in downtown St. Pete or a backyard celebration near the beach, we bring our fresh menus and full-service expertise to every corner of the county.

From waterfront weddings to office luncheons, here are just some of the cities and neighborhoods we cater:

🌇 St. Petersburg – From downtown rooftops to historic homes in Old Northeast, we’ve catered it all. We’re also a Preferred Catering Vendor for the City of St. Petersburg, which means we’re trusted to serve city events and public venues with professionalism and flavor.

🌴 Gulfport – Artsy, eclectic, and a favorite for intimate celebrations and colorful community events.

🌳 Seminole – Backyard parties, poolside graduations, and family gatherings are right at home here.

🌊 Clearwater – Known for beach weddings and high-energy corporate events with stunning views.

🌼 Largo – Corporate luncheons, retirement parties, and celebrations of all sizes.

🏖️ Indian Rocks Beach, Madeira Beach, Treasure Island – Seaside celebrations with cool breezes and laid-back vibes.

🌿 Dunedin – Quaint, charming, and perfect for rehearsal dinners, reunions, and fundraisers.

🏡 Safety Harbor – Where historic charm meets modern catering events in homes, parks, and venues.

🛥️ Tierra Verde, Redington Shores, Belleair, Palm Harbor, Pinellas Park, and beyond!

If you're within 35 miles of St. Petersburg, there's a good chance we've catered in your area—and we'd love to do it again.

🎉 Planning something outside of this list? No worries! We’re happy to discuss your location and create a catering plan that works for you.

🎉 Types of Events We Cater in Pinellas County

Whether you're raising a glass in Gulfport, launching a product in Largo, or celebrating love in Indian Rocks Beach, A Fresh Connection Catering brings the perfect blend of creativity, flavor, and full-service professionalism to your event. We specialize in larger gatherings of 30+ guests, but also welcome upscale, intimate events that require a thoughtful touch.

Here are some of the most popular summer events we cater across St. Pete and the greater Pinellas County area:

🏢 Corporate Lunches, Trainings & Team Celebrations

Hosting a mid-year meeting or planning a staff appreciation event? We’ve got your team covered with fresh, energizing meals and professional setup—ideal for office parks in Clearwater, Pinellas Park, or Downtown St. Pete.

💡 Pro Tip: Pair our Summer Salad Extravaganza with gourmet sandwich platters or a taco bar for a productivity-boosting lunch that leaves a lasting impression.

🏖️ Backyard Parties & Poolside Celebrations

From Seminole to Palm Harbor, we’ve catered backyard birthday bashes, graduation parties, and everything in between. Let us handle the food while you enjoy the sunshine (and maybe a margarita or two).

🍔 Think slider bars, shrimp shooters, and watermelon cucumber salad—fresh, fun, and Florida-ready.

💍 Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners & Showers

Planning a beach wedding in Treasure Island or a rehearsal dinner in Safety Harbor? We’ll work with your venue and vision to create a menu that’s stylish, seasonal, and utterly delicious.

🍽️ From grazing tables to BBQ buffets to elegant plated dinners—we do it all.

🎓 Graduation Parties & Family Reunions

Celebrate the big moments with a feast that makes everyone feel like a VIP. Our team loves helping families come together over good food in Largo, Dunedin, and beyond.

🎓 Let us build a custom spread that keeps both teens and grandparents happy (no easy task—but we’ve mastered it!).

🏆 Nonprofit Fundraisers & Community Events

We proudly support local organizations and community events throughout Pinellas. Whether you're planning a fundraiser in St. Pete Beach or a block party in Gulfport, we’ll help you feed the crowd with style.

🤝 Ask us about our experience with community partnerships, mobile-friendly menus, and local venue coordination.

🌟 Intimate Gatherings & Multi-Day Events

Even if your event has fewer than 30 guests, don’t hesitate to reach out. If you’re planning something high-touch, multi-course, or part of a multi-day retreat, we’d love to collaborate.

✨ We believe exceptional catering should scale to fit your vision—not the other way around.

Every event is unique, and we customize each menu, service level, and setup to match your goals, guest list, and venue. No cookie-cutter packages—just fresh, flavorful food and flawless service tailored to your needs.

💛 Why Pinellas Clients Choose A Fresh Connection Catering

When you're planning a summer event in St. Petersburg or anywhere across Pinellas County, you don’t just need food—you need a catering partner who understands the local landscape, delivers creative solutions, and makes the process easy from start to finish.

That’s what we do best.

Here’s why clients throughout Pinellas County trust A Fresh Connection Catering:

✅ We’re local. Based in St. Pete and serving all of Pinellas County, we know the venues, neighborhoods, parks, and logistics like the back of our (well-sanitized) hands.

✅ We’re experienced. With over a decade in the catering industry, we’ve mastered events of all shapes, sizes, and styles—from backyard barbecues to boardroom buffets.

✅ We’re full-service. From setup to cleanup and everything in between, our team handles it all so you can focus on enjoying your event.

✅ We’re flexible. Whether it’s dietary needs, unique venues, or creative themes, we tailor every menu and setup to suit your vision.

✅ We’re food lovers. Our menus are built around fresh, seasonal ingredients and crafted to impress every palate—from carnivores to vegans and everyone in between.

✅ We’re trusted by the City of St. Petersburg as a Preferred Catering Vendor—a distinction that speaks to our quality and consistency.

From corporate events in Clearwater to milestone birthdays in Gulfport, we’ve earned a reputation for delivering delicious food with dependable service, time and time again.

🎁 Special Summer Offer – Limited Time Only!

Book any summer catering event for 30 or more guests before July 4th, and you’ll receive a complimentary Watermelon Fruit Basket — hand-carved, artfully arranged, and overflowing with chilled, seasonal fruit. 🍉✨

It’s the perfect centerpiece for a summer celebration—and our way of saying thank you for keeping it fresh with A Fresh Connection Catering.

📍 Available for events anywhere in St. Petersburg or throughout Pinellas County!

📞 Let’s Get Planning — Your Pinellas Summer Celebration Starts Here!

Whether you're planning a corporate luncheon in Largo, a milestone birthday in Gulfport, or a sunset wedding in St. Pete Beach, A Fresh Connection Catering is here to bring your vision to life—with fresh flavors, expert service, and a whole lot of summer style.

We make it easy to:

• 🍴 Build a custom menu tailored to your event and guest list

• 🌴 Coordinate setup, staffing, and logistics so you can relax

• 🍉 Take advantage of our limited-time summer promo (don’t forget that Watermelon Fruit Basket!)

  
  

📍 Serving all of St. Petersburg and surrounding towns throughout Pinellas County, we’re your go-to for catering events with 30 guests or more—or any intimate gathering that deserves full-service attention and flavorful flair.

🎉 Summer weekends book quickly, so don’t wait to get on our calendar.

📱 Call us at 727-308-1256

💻 Request a quote at www.afreshconnection.com

Let’s make this your most memorable (and most delicious) summer yet. 🌞🍽️🍉