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- We cook from scratch—every day.
Epicurean Group doesn’t hide behind processed shortcuts. Our kitchens prioritize whole ingredients, real cooking techniques, and menus designed to taste good and nourish. - Local sourcing is a real practice, not a marketing phrase.
Local sourcing isn’t a buzzword for us—it’s how we operate. For decades, we’ve sourced directly from regional farm and ranchers across the country, keeping ingredients closer to our kitchens, and strengthening local agricultural systems in the areas we work. - Sustainability is baked into every decision.
Sustainability is baked into daily routines. From food waste reduction and composting to thoughtful purchasing, we remain committed to managing, measuring and improving sustainable practices across our kitchens, supply chain, and partnerships. We’re proud members of the California Green Business Network and recipients of the California’s GEELA Award. Whenever possible, we prioritize organic produce, guided by Clean 15 & Dirty Dozen recommendations. - Seasonal menus celebrate the best of each harvest.
Rather than relying on out-of-season imports, Epicurean Group chefs work with what’s growing now, teaching eaters (young or adult) how to know what is in season and appreciate why seasonal flavors are best. - We champion animal welfare and responsible sourcing.
Epicurean Group prioritizes humane, transparent supply chains. Chicken is purchased free-range and antibiotic free. Eggs are purchased cage-free. Tuna is purchased dolphin free. 100% of our seafood is purchased according to Monterey Bay Aquarium’s “Seafood Watch Guidelines.” - Wellness drives our culinary approach.
Menus balance flavor and health with nutrient-forward recipes, smart portions, and food that fuels brains and bodies without sacrificing enjoyment. By recognizing the important link between nutrition, physical and mental health, we serve our clients total health requirements. - We invest in educating eaters.
Epicurean Group goes beyond great food—we help people understand it. Through tastings, garden partnerships, chef demonstrations, and nutrition education, learning is built into the experience. Programs like Learn at Lunch and What’s Hot, What’s Not? bring wellness and sustainability to life through hands-on engagement. - Our chefs are real chefs.
Our chefs are professionally trained, deeply passionate, and empowered to be creative. With real autonomy in the kitchen, they cook what’s fresh, flavorful, and right for the communities they serve—and work directly with clients to adapt menus based on feedback. - Transparency guides communication.
You will always know what’s in our food and where it came from. We understand that labels, sourcing notes, honest menu descriptions and direct access from kitchen to client, builds trust, and trust is key to our success. - We lead with values, not volume.
We are a woman & minority managed, California-based company that chooses integrity over shortcuts. We focus on quality, long-term relationships, and mission over mass-production.
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Epicurean Group - 111 Main Street, Suite 3, Los Altos, CA 94022 - 415.895.2800
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