David James catering

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I am Susan Levy , chef owner of David James catering. I am a retired veteran, and a graduate from the Culinary Institute of America. I pride my self on high end quality service. We serve delicious food, attention to details ,No event to small or too big. We also just got a liquor truck to rent out for all your special event!

Overview

Hired 33 times

Serves Craryville, NY

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12 employees

12 years in business

Business hours

Sun8:00 am - 7:00 pmMon8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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

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Facebook, Instagram

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Beverage types

Event type

Wedding reception

Birthday party

Special occasion

Cocktail party

Event vibe

Low key / casual

Formal / elegant

Upbeat / lively

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Reviews

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

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Nancy D.

Dec 25, 2025

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The food was incredible, and Susan was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. It exceeded our expectations and delighted our guests!

Details: Holiday party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • Serving and warming equipment • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Eileen M.

Oct 8, 2025

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Susan Levy is wonderful to work with. The food was delicious, warm, and well-presented. Several guests wanted her contact information after our 60 person event. She is a hidden gem in the Albany area. She will not disappoint.

Details: Funeral • Lunch • Dessert • Coffee or tea • Italian • Vegan • Buffet • Yes, full service • Religious or spiritual space • Yes, full kitchen • 60 - 69 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Serving and warming equipment • Table décor • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Doreen F.

Aug 6, 2019

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Susan Levy and her team covered everything I asked for and more! Rave reviews from my guests about all of the dishes that were prepared. Service was right on! Bar service was excellent! My event was an outdoor venue and I was anxious about how it would all flow. Susan's presentation and responsiveness to any request were right on point. I will DEFINITELY, use David Jamer Catering again.

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Outdoor venue • No kitchen • 50 - 59 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Amanda F.

Aug 3, 2021

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Details: Wedding • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Alcoholic drinks • Non-alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Barbecue • Mexican or Latin American • American - Southern • Asian • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • French • Vegan • Indian • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Barn • No kitchen • 60 - 69 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Cloth napkins • Table décor • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Andrew D.

Apr 27, 2024

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Hired Susan & team for a bachelor party vegan dinner and the food was excellent. Everything was as planned. Thanks Susan!!

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • Asian • Italian • Indian • Vegan • Mexican or Latin American • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Buffet • I'm flexible • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

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Susan Levy

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I talk to them and see what they are looking for . I customize every menu to my customers needs. We decided on a menu and price . Then I set up a tasting to make sure I can provide for them what they want. Then when that goes well , we sign a contract.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a culinary institute of America graduate, and I was a chef in the United States Coast Guard for 27 yrs .
Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?
I volunteered my services to work at the Mark Twain house . I support a non for profit animal rescue group called Kenways Cause . They help all dogs and cats in the Hartford area. It is a great cause because they help so many animals a year and I love animals.