Preferred Vendors

Find information about catering, bar services, entertainment, rental equipment, and other vendor information below. Click on each vendor's logo to visit its website for more information.
UC San Diego Catering is the sole provider of food (excluding specialty desserts) and non-alcoholic beverages at all events held in the Great Hall and Asante meeting spaces. We do not allow any other caterers to provide service in our facilities, and we do not allow departments or off-campus users to bring in their own food/beverages.
“Full-service catering and event planning company dedicated to providing you with exquisite cuisine and fantastic customer service.”
Phone: (858) 534-3688
Email: catering@ucsd.edu
“The Baked Bear has over a dozen original-recipe cookies and ice cream flavors, giving guests a chance to mix and match to find their favorite combination.”
Contact: Daniel Arabi
Phone: (858) 847-2288
Email: danielarabi@thebakedbear.com
“Cakes for all occasions: Birthdays, quinceañeras, anniversaries, bridal showers, baby showers, graduation, retirement parties, religious celebrations, corporate events, and more!”
Phone: (858) 488-1725
Email: bakery@thefrenchgourmet.com
“No artificial powders or syrups. Just some of the finest gelatos and sorbettos in the world....”
Contact: Petra Cornelius
Phone: (619) 629-5343
Email: petra@gelatoparadiso.com
“Fun, fresh and tasty, many of our treats are made onsite for your guest to experience.”
Contact: Sheri Karpinski
Phone: (619) 776-4999
Email:
sheri@sensationaltreats.com
“Your guests' eyes will be drawn to the glistening sauce cascading down the high-quality fountain, embellished with a variety of decorative and delicious dippings of your choice.”
Contact: Rita Lavasanipour
Phone: (760) 676-9866
Email: info@yummiefountains.com
BarWorks Catered Beverage Services
“We have over 30 years of hospitality industry experience and our commitment is to provide our clients with the very best in catered beverage services.”
Phone: (858) 566-6077
RG Bar
“It is the mission of RG Bar Services to provide an affordable mobile bar service, while maintaining an exceptional level of high quality customer service.”
Phone: (858) 395-3043
Email: drinks@rgbar.com
Snake Oil Cocktail Co.
“A commitment to great-tasting cocktails, celebrating local produce and showcasing innovation in the kitchen.”
Phone: (858) 754-9173
Email: events@snakeoilcocktail.com
Benjamin Asher Productions
“San Diego’s most innovative and exciting, full-service interactive entertainment and production company.”
Contact: Benjamin Asher
Phone: (858) 790-1412
Email: info@benjaminasherproductions.com
Dancing DJ Productions
“From corporate events to weddings to bar and bat mitzvahs to military balls, our DJs have the same philosophy that it’s your event, your way!”
Contact: Will Chitwood
Phone: (619) 980-8338
Email: will@dancingdjproductions.com
Music As You Like It
“We provide live music, entertainment, professional disc-jockeys, novelty acts and themed events.”
Phone: (619) 223-5732
Email: mayli@musicasyoulikeit.com
My DJs
“With over 15 years of experience, MY DJs delivers one-of-a-kind music entertainment with professionalism, personality and fun throughout San Diego and beyond.”
Phone: (619) 578-2110
Email: info@mydjs.net
ZG Productions
“We will work with you to develop a theme as well as plan games and activities and just about everything you need to make your event one that you, your family and friends will never forget.”
Contact: Zack and Jessica Gitler
Phone: (612) 232-4066
Email: zack@zgproductionsonline.com
Absolutely Fabulous! Events & Productions, Inc.
“We have been designing and producing events since 1988. While based in Southern California, we have provided products and services in all 50 states and in 13 countries.”
Contact: Marlene Ditore
Phone: (858) 886-6807
Email: marlene@AbsoFab.net
Backdrops Beautiful
“With extensive years of experience in the backdrop trade, our team has put together the most comprehensive selection of high quality backdrops in the backdrop industry.”
Contact: Ilana Goldstone
Phone: (858) 300-2100
Email: igoldstone@backdropsbeautiful.com
Heather Keith Events
“Heather Keith Events is here to make sure that your event journey is joyful, stress-free and fun..”
Contact: Heather Keith
Phone: (858) 229-3189
Email: heather@heatherkeithevents.com
The Party Link
“Our number one priority is making sure you are able to enjoy yourself on the day of your event. We pride ourselves in handling all the details and we make sure your party runs smoothly.”
Contact: Roxi Link
Phone: (619) 464-3800
Email: roxi@thepartylink.net
RSVP Events
“Sherrill and Rachel are both owners of RSVP Events of San Diego, a full service event design company which specializes in weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, corporate and non-profit events.”
Contacts: Sherrill Kinsler Gilford and Rachel Wood
Phone: (619) 517-6935
Email: sherrill@rsvpsdevents.com /
rachel@rsvpsdevents.com
CEG Interactive
“Available for photo booth rentals near San Diego as well as nationwide!”
Contact: Peyton Vincent
Phone: (800) 987-0290
Email: peyton@CEGinteractive.com
Bob Hoffman Photography & Video
“Our passion is creating beautiful memories that our clients will treasure for a lifetime.”
Phone: (858) 576-0046
Email: events@hoffmanphotovideo.com
SoCal Green Screen
“The premier in green screen photography — we provide an atmosphere of fun and excitement. Your guests will leave with more than just a photograph, but a memory that will last a lifetime.”
Contact: Robert John or De
Phone: (760) 755-7720
Email: de@socalgreenscreen.com
The Video Fellow & Photo Booth
“With a degree in business management and experience in several ventures, the USA has been a great platform to enhance my video and editing skills. I am reliable, precise and add tremendous value to each project.”
Contact: Joel Ehrlich
Phone: (858) 663-4468
Email: thevideofellow@gmail.com
Bright Event Rentals
“Our talented team of designers and buyers takes pride in bringing in unique collections from around the world that give your special occasion a distinctive, fresh look.”
Contact: Starr Powell
Phone: (858) 496-9700
Email: starr@bright.com
Lounge Appeal
“Whether you’re planning a wedding, party, bat mitzvah or a corporate event, we’ll save you time and ensure you exceed your client’s expectations. Call today to get acquainted with one of our design consultants.”
Contact: Caitlin Lowry
Phone: (888) 229-9990
Email: caitlin@loungeappeal.com
Estancia Hotel
“Find true California comfort in Estancia’s thoughtfully designed guestrooms and La Jolla hotel suites. Accented by verdant gardens and rancho-style architecture, accommodations feature casually elegant furnishings and plenty of natural light, compliments of broad windows and San Diego’s perpetual sunshine.”
Phone: (855) 318-7602
Website: meritagecollection.com/estancialajolla
Contact us
If you have questions or wish to request an event space at International House, please call us at (858) 822-1791, or use the email button below.
Email ihouseevents@ucsd.edu