Simply Elegant

Specialties

Catering, Event and Wedding Planning, Florals and Décor

History

Established in 1996.

We are Simply Elegant, a première Events and Catering company headquartered in Calgary Alberta. We provide expert planning and management services for all kinds of events, including private parties, corporate events, and weddings.

We started as a catering company more than twelve years ago. Owner Robert Vidra, a trained chef, came to Calgary determined to open a catering operation that met the specific needs of the business community. He talked to everyone from receptionists to the CEO’s of Calgary’s largest companies, designing a catering company that would best meet the needs of the corporate culture.

The business developed a reputation for providing excellent food, outstanding service and tremendous value. In fact, the service was so good that Simply Elegant’s clients encouraged the Company to move into events, because of their unwavering attention to detail.

Meet the Business Owner

Robert H.

Business Owner

Robert Vidra, a trained chef, is the owner of Simply Elegant, now in its 12^th year of operation with a full-​time Calgary staff of 11 and an additional 30 part-​time workers. With over 33 years in the Hospitality and Entertainment business, Robert offers a vast range of experience and knowledge. This experience extends from the logistical creation and implementation of the Airdrie Regional Air Show, to the 1998 Arctic Winter Games held in Yellowknife, the 1988 Olympic Games in Calgary and to glamorous parties for dignitaries abroad.

Before he started Simply Elegant, Vidra built his business through on-​the-​street market research while driving a cab for 4 years. He talked to everyone from receptionists to the CEOs of Calgary’s largest companies, designing a catering company that would best meet the needs of corporate culture.