Welcome to the table.

At Zacki's Culinary Creations, making you feel like a guest at your own table is our primary goal. For seventeen years, ZCC has been creating memorable occasions with personalized custom menus using the freshest produce from local farms and our backyard garden. All of our "from scratch" recipes evoke the comfort of home-- from traditional BBQ & cornbread recollections to the exotic reflections of more global culinary adventures.

ZCC is a custom catering services company offering “Food that is in harmony with any occasion.”

Founder-chef Zacki Murphy, the founder of Zacki’s Culinary Creations, is a Hillsborough native and UNC graduate who has followed a lifelong passion for food and traveled the world as a former Ford model.

Our goal is to make each palate a little brighter and a bit happier-- one plate at a time!

To making memories!

Chef Zacki

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Custom Catering SERVICES

Zacki’s Culinary Creations offers a broad range of custom catering services that feature event theming, décor & custom FoodCraft & gift items. Making culinary memories is the centerpiece of all ZCC catered occasions.

SAMPLE MENUS

These are some of our most popular menu requests. All are customizable and there are many more selections available.

In-home Cooking Classes

ZCC offers intimate cooking classes for all ages in your own home or classroom.  

Team Building exercises

ZCC offers a variety of catering menus for special corporate occasions & interactive team building. Services include culinary instruction, menu & theme development customized for each client.

EATING4LIFE program

ZCC offers an interactive classroom teaching curriculum for K-12 students with a focus on health and nutrition.

FOODCRAFT BOARDS, BASKETS & SPECIALTY GIFT ITEMS

Thoughtfully prepared FoodCraft boards and charcuterie cups for any occasion, prepared for or by you, and a creative selection of unique and tasteful gifts for any special occasion.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…

“The ZCC team was wonderful to work with. The food was excellent, and the presentation was so impressive. Zacki brings great passion to her service to make sure your needs are met.”

“The ZCC team prepared a feast to honor my visiting aunt and uncle, explaining each course and our guests loved it! We received thank you notes from everyone, and they all started with “WOW!”

Custom Catering Clients

"Thank you for the special lunch…You not only made delicious food, but your attention to detail did not go unnoticed."

 Roy Williams, Former Head Basketball Coach, UNC

  “My son and daughter-in-law had a “Celebration of Life” at their home for the family.  It was so special because it was casual, and everyone could relax and reminisce.  The ZCC team prepared the food and took a personal interest in everyone. So much nicer than a restaurant, where others are close by and you would never be able to visit in private for five hours.  Thank you, ZCC!”

“Celebration of Life” Client

 “Zacki and her team catered our small October wedding reception. She was very flexible and accommodating of our concerns about making all of the dishes as Covid-safe as possible. She even individually plated the most beautiful mini-charcuterie boards for our guests. The entrées (one vegetarian and one meat-based) were also delicious. Thank you!”

 Wedding Client

 “I contacted four different caterers and Zacki replied promptly and was by far was the best communicator with the most creative suggestions for our specific needs. I highly recommend ZCC for any catering event."

 Bridesmaids Luncheon Client

“I am a doctor undergoing chemotherapy treatment and I was overwhelmed. I explored the options and learned about personal chefs who are more flexible with custom menu options and timing than restaurants. Having had a father who was a doctor, Zacki had enough medical knowledge to understand what I needed, and why I should avoid certain foods. The meals were attractive, delicious, healthy and well-balanced. Thank you, Zacki!”

Chemotherapy Client

personal chef, cooking lessons, team building