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Introduction: It has been an interesting 2020, and most of the events I had scheduled due to coronavirus cancelled. The precautions taken by everyone over the past few months seem to be helping with the recovery, and people are now beginning to be thinking ahead again to family or work events, even if not with quite as many people. I'd truly enjoy being part of your planning, and will meet "in person," remotely, or just on the phone to get ideas and details for how you'd like your event to be. I'll work with you on pricing, and have many options for keeping everything very impressive and still within your budget. I'd like to hear from you soon. Thanks! Kathy I limit the number of clients I work with which allows me more time to spend with each individual party. I have been in the restaurant business for MANY years and have many contacts, so if there is something special that wants or needs to be done, I am able to accommodate requests. I enjoy meeting people, as well as being part of the planning from "beginning to happy ending" of each event. :)

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Hired 40 times

4 employees

10 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.

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Customers rated this pro highly for value, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Michelle P.

Mar 12, 2019

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Kathy and her team were AMAZING! Throughout the planning process, she thought of everything. Incredible value and very professional. I HIGHLY recommend Kathy and I wish I was getting married again so she could cater another wedding.

Details: Bride or groom • Wedding • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Barbecue • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Southern • Buffet / self serve • Service will be needed during the meal • Place of worship (church, synagogue, temple, etc.) • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 71 - 80 guests • Dinnerware, flatware, and glasses • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Tracey M.

Apr 13, 2018

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Kathy's pricing was unbelievably reasonable. The selection of items was amazing. The food was raved about and it wasn't the standard fruit tray and veggie plate from the local market. She created a fruit bowl out of cantaloupe. The baked goods were AMAZING. She was creative in creating chicken salad on apple slices which everyone loved. Great finger food so our attendees could work and eat at the same time. She was there 45 minutes before our event working around us as we set up. Very easy going and she was responsive to our needs. I would use her again.

Details: Office coordinator • Corporate event • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • American - casual • Family style • Only drop off is necessary • Office • Yes - partial kitchen (refrigerator and sink only) • 20 or fewer guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • $ (basic)

Kathy's "Plan-it" -- Event Planner/catering-coo...'s reply

This was catering a request for "finger food" for those attending a seminar held by HartfordPerforms, an organization promoting arts in the Hartford public schools. It was a great event, and there eas a nice variety of foods that had been selected for the group, and everyone enjoyed it. Thanks again for the review. :)

Wedding and Event Catering

Cheryl A.

Jun 29, 2016

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Kathy was great. The bbq train was fun. Who ever the man was with her was pretty rude to me when I had asked if the salad buffet could be refilled. I wouldn't suggest buffet style for 130 people, but I didn't know. Live and learn. I would recommend Kathy though. I was happy overall with her services. She did the appetizers for us too. Fantastic!

Kathy's "Plan-it" -- Event Planner/catering-coo...'s reply

This was a great event, & one of two that somehow were scheduled the same day. Apologies for the staff member; he did not know where back up salad/stock was as he was more there to help with the train than on the floor. The BBQ items, apps and main buffet all seemed well received by the guests and there was a very nice assortment of food that was chosen with "something for everyone" in mind. Congratulations again; thanks for including us as part of it. Kathy & staff

Event Catering (Buffet)

Tom S.

Apr 28, 2016

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Kathy provided drop-off catering for 30 at my private residence following a graveside memorial service for my mother. We asked for the luncheon to be totally vegetarian. Kathy provided a great selection of sandwiches, plus a hot pasta and a hot quiche. Appetizers and a fine selection of desserts were also provided. Kathy was prompt, professional and checked in several times before the event to make sure our plans would be handled correctly. We were quite pleased with all aspects of Kathy's services, and would recommend her to others.

Kathy's "Plan-it" -- Event Planner/catering-coo...'s reply

I am very happy that the guests enjoyed the variety and quality of the vegetarian selections for this celebration of life event. There have been other parties where there has been a vegetarian selection or two; this was entirely vegetarian and was very well received. Westfield, MA

Event Catering (Drop-off)

Denise S.

Apr 24, 2017

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Kathy went the extra mile for my hoes d'oeuvre reception. She came to the venue a few days before to bring table cloths and champagne glasses to get set up early. Got buffet stations set up early also. Plenty of food. Filled things when low. Service was great. I would recommend her.

Kathy's "Plan-it" -- Event Planner/catering-coo...'s reply

Thank you! I was so happy to be part of the success for your and John's special day and wish both of you health and happiness always!

Event Catering (Drop-off)

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I work with the budget amount given by the customer, and include set-up, delivery, staff & breakdown if it is a full service event. There are no additional fees; everything is included!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I try to respond quickly to the customer (if it is an available date that I have open) and will send a quote with menu options to consider within the price range they have given. After getting an acknowledgement from this site that they have viewed my quote, I usually follow up to see if there are any questions, or if they contact/hire me, I send a confirmation/event function sheet outlining everything that is discussed.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have contacts in this business with whom I work, and I am in constant contact with others in this business to compare notes. Professional certifications include ServSafe, TIPS and AIM, and I also had a breakfast and lunch cafe.