Every ‘Curious Caterer’ Movie in Order: Goldy and Tom’s Mystery Journey Explained

If you’ve been browsing Hallmark’s offerings and are unsure where to begin with the ‘Curious Caterer’ franchise, you’re not alone. The series follows Goldy Berry, a caterer and single mother from Colorado, who collaborates with Detective Tom Schultz to unravel various murder mysteries, each linked to Goldy’s catering business or personal life.

Inspired by the Goldy Bear mysteries book series by Diane Mott Davidson, this franchise began with a single cozy mystery in 2022 and has blossomed into one of Hallmark’s cherished ongoing series. Watching each film in the correct order significantly enhances the experience, allowing viewers to appreciate the unfolding story better.

The chronological sequence of the ‘Curious Caterer Mysteries’ movies aligns with their release order, and it is highly advisable to watch them this way to fully grasp the narratives. Jumping in at any point may lead to missing vital character details and callbacks that resonate only with the context of earlier films.

To watch the ‘Curious Caterer Mysteries’ in order, start with ‘Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate’ from 2022, followed by ‘Curious Caterer: Grilling Season’ from 2023, then ‘Curious Caterer: Fatal Vows’ from 2023, and ‘Curious Caterer: Foiled Plans’ from 2024. The latest installment is ‘Curious Caterer: Forbidden Fruit’, which premiered in October 2024.

Viewing the ‘Curious Caterer’ films in sequence allows for a deeper understanding of the development of Goldy and Tom’s relationship. While each film stands alone as an intriguing mystery, the true allure of the series lies in the chemistry between the two leads, which strengthens as they tackle each mystery together.

The series begins with ‘Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate’, where Goldy Berry teams up with Detective Tom Schultz to uncover the truth behind her friend’s mysterious death, revealing that everyone in Elk Park has secrets. This film premiered on April 10, 2022, marking the fourth Hallmark movie collaboration for stars Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker.

In ‘Curious Caterer: Grilling Season’, Goldy hosts an extravagant barbecue for her childhood friend, realtor Susie Craig. However, after the event, she learns that Susie’s grill exploded, resulting in her death, putting Goldy’s reputation on the line as she was the last person to use it. The third film, ‘Curious Caterer: Fatal Vows’, features Goldy catering the wedding of Jessamyn, Tom’s ex-girlfriend, only for the groom to be found dead and the bride to go missing.

‘Curious Caterer: Foiled Plans’ sees Goldy and Tom attending a medieval feast at Hyde Castle, which is disrupted by a murder. They must work together to solve the crime before the killer strikes again. In ‘Curious Caterer: Forbidden Fruit’, a date goes awry when the singer at Goldy’s catered event is electrocuted, turning the night into a crime scene she must help investigate.

Beyond the mysteries, the series has garnered a loyal fanbase due to the growth of Goldy and Tom’s relationship. The blend of culinary skills and detective work creates an engaging series that keeps viewers guessing, with character development and storylines interwoven throughout the franchise.

‘Curious Caterer: Dying for Chocolate’ marked the fourth collaboration between Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker, following their previous films ‘A Dream of Christmas’, ‘The Perfect Catch’, and ‘Sweet Autumn’. Their established chemistry contributes significantly to the natural feel of their interactions from the very first scene.

Fans have particularly appreciated the thoughtful approach to the romance. Both Walker and DeLoach have expressed interest in continuing the series, with Walker confirming that more films are in the works and DeLoach sharing her enthusiasm about returning. The slow-burn romance has kept audiences engaged through five installments and counting.

As the ‘Curious Caterer Mysteries’ franchise is a Hallmark Movies and Mysteries original, you can find all the films on Hallmark Movies Now and the Hallmark Movies Now Amazon Channel. The series has consistently been available for subscribers since each new installment is released.

Plans for a sixth and seventh movie are underway, although filming has been postponed to mid-year after initially being scheduled for January and February. This delay has understandably left fans eager for updates on when production will officially resume.

DeLoach has confirmed that she is aware of the concepts for both the sixth and seventh ‘Curious Caterer’ films, which are expected to return to the franchise’s roots. She mentioned that the new films will revisit elements from the original movie, honoring the vision created by Diane Mott Davidson in the novels, and fans can look forward to more of Goldy Berry in her role as a chef. With this intentional storytelling returning to its origins, the series seems poised to reward long-time viewers who have followed every case from the beginning.

Whether you’re a first-time viewer or revisiting the series after ‘Forbidden Fruit’ left you wanting more, now is the ideal time to start with ‘Dying for Chocolate’ and work your way through. Which of Goldy’s five cases do you believe is the most satisfying mystery the show has presented so far?