FOOD & DRINK
Catered Affairs
Local fo o d s e r v i ce p u r veyo rs offer e n d l e s s p o s s i b i l i t i e s for cra f t i n g u n i q u e m e n u s to dazzle yo ur g ue st s By Patty J
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hether the wedding reception is small and intimate or a huge blowout, the success depends on the food – at least for your guests – and sets the tone for the rest of the celebration. Ranging from classic recognizable companies to emerging ones offering unexpected takes on wedding feasts, these caterers come in all styles and are known for scrumptious eats and top-notch service.
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Established in 1945, Blackstone Caterers gets high marks from clients for phenomenal food, preparation, and ser vice. Whether you choose a plated dinner or stations – and their standard, premium, or elite bar set up – your vision will be carried out by a team of experts. Middletown, BlackstoneCaterers.com
You love their markets, but did you know Dave’s Catering can cook for your next event ? Whether it’s a gathering of a few friends or a casual wedding , the team at Dave’s will wow your attendees with familiar favorites, Italian comfort foods, or their famous deli platters and desserts. DavesCateringRI.com
An award-winning restaurateur turned “Free Range Chef ”, Eli Dunn of Eli’s Table offers truly personalized and boutique experiences for micro -weddings under 25, never repeating a menu and tapping into the couple’s nostalgia to reflect their unique tastes. All food is responsibly sourced, too. Chef EliDunn.com
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From passed hors d’oeuvres to full-service plated and buffet options, Distinguish Catering does it all, and they infuse Afro -soul and Carribean flavors in each hand-crafted dish, from Blackened Shrimp Tostones to Sweet Deviled Eggs, with ingredients from local markets, too. Providence, DistinguishCatering.com
Founded by wife-and-husband team Kaylyn and Padraic Keane in 2016, Keane’s Wood-Fired Catering offers red oak-smoked proteins, wood-fired vegetables, and in-season sides: all the elements of a meal your friends and fam will adore. Plus, the plant-based eaters in your life won’t be disappointed by vegetarian entrees and tasty salads. Cranston, KeanesWoodFired.com
SWEET TO OT H In addition to cafes in Providence and Pawtuxet Village, Crepe Corner will cater special events including weddings. Dazzle your g uests with different stations where they can indulge in savor y authentic Belgium crepes and then dip into some amazing dessert ones. Providence, CrepeCornerOnline.com
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Eli’s Table curates a boutique culinary experience
