17 Outstanding Connecticut Caterers For Your Next Event

Back in January did you proclaim 2023 the year when you make things a little easier for yourself? Do you aim to make holidays and events memorable without stretching yourself to your breaking point? Read on and make it happen. Connecticut is overflowing with culinary talent and experts who know how to throw a party to remember, trust us! From setting the tone and creating swoon-worthy atmosphere to creating delicious, unique food and drink that your guests will be thinking about long after the event, these caterers will have you enjoying your event as well as making life just that extra bit more fabulous. Here are 15 of our favorite caterers in CT.

Palmer’s Catering and Events-Darien

www.palmerscatering.com

Palmer’s Catering and Events caters for events of all sizes throughout Connecticut and New York. From intimate plated dinners to large weddings, galas, and themed parties, you can expect vibrant flavors, beautiful design, impeccable service, and an experience your guests will be talking about for years to come. When you book an event with Palmer’s, you’re hiring a team of passionate event professionals devoted to creating an unforgettable experience. Their skilled team of party planners, floral designers, chefs, bakers, servers, bartenders, and rental partners will work together to bring your party dreams to life. Seasonally inspired menus feature bright bold flavors, which are set off by exciting and inventive presentations. Hors d’oeuvres of Short Rib Popovers and Potato & Caviar Bites, their Farmers’ Market Grazing Table or Roving Raw Bar, and entrees such as their Pan Roasted Halibut with Truffled Celery Root & Parsnip Purée and Sautéed Mushrooms will wow your guests. Conclude the meal with a dessert from their award-winning bakery will as well. Palmer's also offers an extensive plant-based menu, curated to ensure it meets the same standards of flavor and presentation as everything else they do.

Chef Prasad-New Canaan

www.chefprasad.com

Let Chef Prasad create a culinary experience you’ll never forget. Chef Prasad brings the finest Indian Cuisine to your doorstep! Hosting a dinner party? Birthday party? Just want to enjoy an amazing meal with friends and family? Order catering from Chef Prasad! Or escape the ordinary and enjoy a sophisticated and private dining experience at Chef Prasad’s. Chef Prasad’s private dining room offers exclusivity, top-notch service and unforgettable dining experience. Book now and celebrate in style. Head to their website www.chefprasad.com to learn all about their services or email direct to chef at chef@chefprasad.com

Marcia Selden-Stamford

www.marciaselden.com

With a history as rich and flavorful as its gourmet creations, Marcia Selden Catering is a family-run group of first-class foodies, servicing New York and Connecticut’s most luxurious events ~ and it all started in Marcia’s kitchen more than 40 years ago. Marcia, her daughter Robin, and her son Jeffrey lead a savvy squad of culinary gurus and“party perfectors” who believe the belly rules the mind, and that the best way to kick off a party is to toast over a custom-made cocktail. Whether it’s a low-key clambake or the wedding of the century, MSC creates inclusive, memorable feasts of any celebration, matched with polished, personalized service that makes everyone feel like part of the family. Marcia Selden Catering services the bold and the epicurious, and anyone looking to commemorate a big day in style, without all the stress. With MSC, everything is always taken care of, always memorable, and always a party! Speaking of parties, MSC realizes that the pandemic has put a damper on many. So, they have reimagined events and created the most wonderful custom designed “Holiday Gifts in a Box”; consider these for your next get together whether it be in person or virtually. They also have incredible new Holiday Menus as well as their ever-changing and exciting pre-packaged menus for you to enjoy with or without their signature impeccable service. Cheers to a safe and happy holiday to all!

Along Came Carol Catering & The Nook-Bridgeport

www.alongcamecarol.com

Carol Lentini is a chef, caterer and restauranteur who has embraced the new food rules while staying true to her passion for delicious, wholesome, flavorful food. A long-time staple of the Fairfield County food scene, Carol’s catering business, Along Came Carol, has always had a flair for innovative menus, eclectic flavors, and tasty home-cooked meals. Carol provides the highest standard of culinary excellence by using fresh, wholesome foods with a home-cooked flair and is dedicated to using both locally sourced and organic ingredients when available. Everything is made from scratch with intention and love, providing food that not only tastes good but makes you feel good as well! Along Came Carol offers a gourmet experience for every palate and accommodate all dietary needs. Whether you’re planning a lavish wedding (they've been recognized as a leading wedding caterer for over 20 years), a stylish cocktail party, or an intimate dinner at home, Along Came Carol will create and execute the event exactly as you have it in mind; suited to your style and taste. For more information, call (203) 345-8811, email cater@alongcamecarol.com or visit their website and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.

AMG Catering-Wilton

www.amgcatering.com

AMG Catering and Events has been in business for over 30 years. They pride themselves on attention to detail and personal connections with their clients. Celebrations are back and they have been very busy making their clients' events visions come true. AMG is a “one stop” shop, meaning they are a full service catering company that handles everything from the event coordination and decor to the food, staffing, bar service and much, much more. AMG is also the preferred caterer for many local venues, along with having some exclusive venues and specializing in backyard events. Additionally, they offer adult cooking classes weekly (their Wednesday night adult cooking classes are in full swing!), kids cooking camps in the summer, and holiday catering for pick up or delivery. Their scrumptious Thanksgiving menu is now available! AMG Catering's kitchen space is available to host intimate chef dinners (with wine pairing available), corporate team buildings, or organize your own private group cooking class. Commitment to continuing to serve their clients with the amazing level of service and award-winning staff is what they are known for. Please visit www.amgcatering.com or call Alison directly at 203-227-5535. Follow on Instagram as well to get all the latest updates.

The Charles-Wethersfield

www.thecharlesct.com

The Charles will craft an unforgettable private gathering, whether it's a corporate event, an intimate dinner, or a special celebration. Their seasoned award-winning culinary experts curate an exquisite menu that transcends the ordinary, featuring classic staple dishes with a twist. The Charles takes pride in sourcing locally to ensure freshness and quality. From palatable entrées to delightful sides and gluten-free options, every dish is a unique masterpiece. And when it comes to large-scale events and off-site catering, The Charles' dynamic and forward-thinking approach ensures that they deliver amazing food and cocktails with precision and flair. Get the celebration started – contact their event planners today! Events@TheCharlesCT.com

Flanders Fish Market-East Lyme

www.flandersfish.com

Since 1983, Flanders Fish Market in East Lyme, CT has been feeding families, hosting parties, and bringing the fresh to events throughout New England and the Tri-State area. From clambakes to cocktail parties, corporate parties to weddings and galas, Flanders Fish Market caters all size events anywhere – in their on-site Banquet Room complete with a private Chef’s Table, on the beach or in your backyard. Wherever you host, their focus is delivering guests an award-winning meal with exceptional service. Their dedicated Catering Team delights in ensuring every detail is thoughtfully executed and beautifully prepared, so there is nothing for the host to worry about - except for the toast! Visit FlandersFish.com or reach out to them at Catering@FlandersFish.com to plan your event today!

Forks and Fingers-North Haven

www.forksandfingersct.com

F&F is a luxury catering company specializing in customized menus that reflect their client’s unique food experiences. Their passion is translating your favorite foods into a cohesive menu to share with friends and family through your special event. Forks & Fingers works with the highest quality, locally-sourced fresh ingredients and aims to combine their love of food, food staging, and mixology to share their ultimate form of entertaining. Servicing everything from intimate weddings to corporate galas, they would love to be included in your next event! 

Garelick and Herbs-Greenwich, Southport

www.garelickandherbs.com

Garelick & Herbs is Fairfield County & Westchester County’s gourmet marketplace and caterer! They offer a variety of catering styles using premium ingredients that include organic, healthy, gluten-free,Kosher (dairy), vegan, and vegetarian options made from scratch in their Southport commissary facility. Garelick & Herbs is all about full-service catering for corporate events, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, weddings, Kiddushes, showers, and birthday parties. Don’t forget any breakfast, lunch, dinner, company outings, and celebrations, as well! Big or small, they do it all and love making events special, right down to the smallest hors d’oeuvre. Visit their website for sample catering menus and work with one of our highly skilled Catering Specialists to plan your ideal event.

Herbaceous Catering-Bridgeport

www.herbaceouscatering.com

Genee and Jesse Habansky started Herbaceous Catering in 2014 because of their love of food and their passion for sustainability and farm-to-table dining. They aim to bring people together with local and seasonal ingredients by creating a sublime dining experience, one that is memorable, along with being delicious and truly unique. Herbaceous Catering also takes great pride in sourcing from the best farms in Connecticut to ensure the highest quality ingredients that are locally grown. Every menu planned evolves with the seasons and the flavors created are ambitious and imaginative, in addition to being aesthetically pleasing. Food for the eyes as well as the palate! A full team helps to navigate every detail of your event, from rentals to day of coordination, and each celebration and event is met with the upmost care, attention and love, no matter of size. Herbaceous events start from seed, then to harvest, from their kitchen to your table, ensuring a truly memorable event.

Nature’s Temptations-Ridgefield

www.naturestemptations.com/services/catering

Chef Liz Gagnon is passionate about food and brings over 30 years of full-service catering to the party. Knowing that food is best when it’s fresh, seasonal, organic, and local, she works with farms and vendors to procure the very best produce and farm products along with artisan prepared foods. Nature’s Temptations catering offers an eclectic menu of International flavors where everything is prepared from scratch in small batches. You can be sure that each event is unique and individually crafted through providing customized menus, pre-event tastings, event design, expert coordination of rentals and staffing, onsite set-up, plating, and more. Nature’s Temptation will make your birthdays, christenings, first communions, weddings, anniversary parties, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, graduations, BBQs both special and delicious. They can accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free , raw and special diet menus.

Odeen’s Catering Company-Ridgefield

www.odeens.com

Whether it’s hot or cold-smoked, seared on charcoal, blistered in the embers, or baked in salt, Odeen’s Catering specializes in using primitive cooking methods to prepare modern, eclectic menus for weddings, corporate, and large scale luxury events. With a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen trailer and 10+ years experience in off-site catering they deliver amazing food to large groups in a refined way, wherever the location throughout NY and New England. Odeen’s is one of the few caterers that is fully licensed and insured to legally provide bar packages and professional bartending services in both NY and CT. Whether it’s multiple bars, craft cocktails shaken to order, champagne toasts, table side wine service, local craft beers or a simple bar provisioning. For maximum convenience and ease, layer in Odeen’s comprehensive Event Management services to handle all your logistical arrangements, such as rentals, decor and entertainment, streamlining vendors and billing into a single point of contact. Odeen’s has a casual BBQ eatery in Ridgefield, CT and Carmel, NY offering  effortless hot drop catering packages, perfect for birthdays, graduations and seasonal family gatherings. Email info@odeens.com to discuss your event needs directly with owners Marshall Odeen and John Lloyd

Red Apple Catering-Wolcott

www.redapplecatering.com
Established in 2014, Red Apple Catering is an off-premise catering company servicing Central Connecticut. It is owned and operated by Chef Rachael DeSocio who has over 10 years of catering experience. Red Apple Catering is a scratch kitchen and food truck and uses local produce and meats for each dish created. From appetizer presentations and meal plans to backyard cookouts, their food is prepared fresh for each event.

Whether it be a corporate or event catering, luncheons or special occasion dinners, they will create custom menus and packages to suit any occasion and make your event one to remember.

Seasonal Catering-Milford, Shelton

www.seasonalcatering.net

Seasonal Catering is a farm-to-table caterer known for their quality food and service. Every menu is expertly curated to reflect the best of each season using the finest ingredients and freshest local produce that will exceed your expectations. Seasonal Catering is proud to be one of only two Wedding & Special Event Catering Companies in Connecticut to be officially recognized as a Certified Green Caterer® by the Green Restaurant Association. Whether an intimate gathering of friends and family, wedding, themed event, fundraising gala, or corporate conference; they can bring your ideas to life. Seasonal Catering can coordinate every aspect of your event: rentals, entertainment, decorations, bar/beverage services, food, and professional staff. Every event from 10-2000 guests is executed with the same precision down to the last detail. Planning a special event can be stressful and a lot to handle; Seasonal Catering takes the stress away so you can focus on creating an impactful experience for your guests.

Simply Delicious Catering-Norwalk

www.simplydeliciousct.com
Simply Delicious is exactly how it sounds! Known for their seasonally-inspired recipes and signature style, Chef Lauren Peden has been creating memorable culinary experiences throughout Fairfield County since 2007. Let Simply Delicious handle your next special event from setting the table to passing appetizers, pouring wine and plating the meal. Their catering team has you covered! For weddings, intimate dinners, company events, and all special occasions their motto is the same: “We’ll do the work. You enjoy the party!”

Susan Kane Catering-Stamford

www.susankanecatering.com

Elevate your event with Susan Kane Catering, the culinary gem of Fairfield County. With 29 years of experience, their woman-owned business brings hands-on expertise and high-end flair to every occasion. Their founder, Susan Croce, personally crafts exquisite dishes, ensuring your event is a masterpiece. Susan Kane Catering offers personalized service, tailoring each experience to your unique vision. Contact them today at 203.339.2076 or visit susankanecatering.com to create a memorable, elegant event that reflects your style. They design their events around their clients.

Walrus Alley-Westport

www.walrusalley.com

Over the last decade, Walrus Alley has emerged as a beacon of culinary excellence in their Westport location, while revolutionizing the catering landscape with their distinctive flair for Southern delicacies and succulent smoked meats. This cherished family-owned establishment takes immense pleasure in gracing countless local dining traditions. From moist Smoked Turkey during Thanksgiving, to rich Rib eye at Christmas, to the fiery Tennessee Hot Wings for Super Bowl celebrations, they've covered it all. A favorite at weddings, it is heartwarming to note that numerous couples revisit Walrus Alley each year on their anniversaries, reminiscing about their special day with the same dishes that once adorned their wedding feasts. Be it an intimate backyard gathering, milestone birthday celebration, professional corporate event, or anything in between, Walrus Alley's mobile catering crafts a menu tailored perfectly for the event. Able to accommodate most food sensitivities and preferences, Walrus puts great care into all their dishes, be it a vegetarian Tofu Stir Fry, gluten-free Smoked Brisket and Smoked Pork Tacos, or pork-free Deviled Eggs and Southern Fried Chicken.