Stamford CT Catering, Serving Excellence to New England and Beyond
Food is Too Important to Leave it to Chance
We love food! So we go beyond handing you a list of preferred caterers and wishing you luck on our way out the door. We believe food doesn’t just complement the event, it makes it. That’s why we’ve spent decades building strong relationships with renowned chefs from across the region, crafting menus that can match the vibe, and honing our culinary logistics to ensure every bite and pour is just the way you want it.
Let us tap into our love of food and stellar relationships with top-tier chefs to make your next event one that your guests will remember. Whether we are partnering with our favorite chefs or your favorite restaurant, our skilled team of hospitality experts will deliver the experience you are looking for, with or without, a full service caterer. We offer catering your way.
From Menu Design to Final Course. Catering Your Way.
Whether we’re partnering with our favorite chefs or your favorite restaurant or caterer, our skilled team of hospitality experts will deliver the experience you’re looking for without a full service caterer, no kitchen needed. We offer catering your way. So no matter what you need, we can promise one thing: flawless execution from kitchen to table. We pride ourselves on expansive food knowledge and strong chef relationships, meaning you get expert guidance on menus, wine pairings, craft or specialty cocktails, beverage selections, and service logistics that will make every course memorable.
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“Your staff was very professional at my sons' grad party this weekend.
They made it so much easier for us to enjoy our guests! Thanks again for staffing another amazing party!“
- Frannie
“I had the best night and didn’t worry about one thing.
Sean and Joanne were fabulous. They left no detail unattended. Thank you so much.“
- Nicki
Here's What Sets Our Catering Services Apart
Catering Your Way, No Kitchen Needed
Our team works like a caterer without a kitchen, and can mold to your event’s needs. Let us help you design a vision that meets your event desires and, most importantly, your tastebuds. Your guests will walk away full, happy, and content with a seamless catering experience.
Food-Centered Event Planners
We genuinely love food, and as a result we have years of relationships with chefs and culinary professionals, and we're well versed in the ins and outs of dietary restrictions, menu planning, and what actually works at events versus what just looks good on paper. This expertise, combined with our logistics-first approach, means your food is both delicious and perfectly presented.
Be Your Guest
Our goal is always for you to feel like a guest at your own event. We’re here to take the guesswork and leg work off of your plate. Hand over your to-do lists and let us take it from here to cater your party, your way. That’s how we offer catering your way.
Strong Vendor Relationships
Twenty plus years in this business will give you a pretty extensive list of great relationships with industry professionals, which makes vendor coordination that much easier. Even if we don’t have a preexisting relationship with one of your vendors, we always lead with professionalism and kindness to ensure a smooth experience for everyone involved.
The Details Make the Moment
Details and logistics are two sides of the same coin. They’re the little things that most people don’t see or think about, and the ones who do think about them usually just don’t want to do them. And that’s exactly why you hire us, because details are our love language.
We Hit Curveballs Out of the Park
With over two decades in this business, there’s very little that we haven’t seen. We know to plan for inevitable curveballs, and we’ve learned to expect the unexpected. Being flexible enough to swiftly pivot to a backup plan is an art we’ve perfected.
Dietary Specialty Caterers, Including Gluten Free Wedding Caterers & Event Caterers
We’re familiar with curating menus fit for every type of event and guest. We can work with a variety of food styles, allergies, and diets and are accustomed to working with requests such as gluten free, nut free, vegetarian, vegan, and other food allergies. We ensure every menu is balanced and welcoming for all your guests.
Private Chef Experiences & Kitchen Support
Whether we’re working with a private chef or supporting you in the kitchen, we promise food that is both delicious and flawlessly executed.
From suggesting dishes that travel well to ensuring every guest (yes, even your gluten free and vegan guests) has delicious options that don’t feel like an afterthought, we’ll work with our team to handle all the culinary details that make or break an event.
Planning to handle the cooking yourself? Let us play the role of your sous chef for the evening. We’ll do all the chopping, prepping, and clean up so you can keep your focus on the cooking.
Marylee coined and created the position of Culinary Server – that extra helping hand when you don’t need a Chef but need help serving, too. We have your back.
Catering & Vendor Coordination
We’ll work with your caterer or connect you with our trusted catering and culinary partners to ensure an incredible food experience for your event, from menu planning to the last bite.
You’ve got enough on your to-do list as it is, and we just so happen to have pretty extensive experience with catering. We’ll take over the logistics and coordination of your chosen caterer or help you find a recommended option from our list of excellent culinary professionals. Let us finalize the contracts, double check the delivery schedules, coordinate kitchen access, and plan out service schedules so you can focus on enjoying your big event.
Full-Service Staffing & Culinary Servers
From bartenders and servers to captains and kitchen support, featuring our signature culinary servers, we provide professionally trained, ServSafe-certified staff who are experts in delivering exceptional service.
Great food deserves great service. Our team of 95+ certified professionals means we can tailor the perfect staff for your event, no matter your needs. From scheduling to day-of coordination, you get experienced experts who show up ready to deliver exceptional service.
Craft or custom cocktails & Bar Service
The other half of a great meal is expertly-paired drinks to go with it. We'll do everything from selecting wine pairings for a multi-course meal to making sure your bar is perfectly stocked for the size of your party to creating personalized, custom, or themed cocktails to deliciously match your event’s vibe.
Let our team of spirit aficionados handle everything from custom cocktail creation and selections to full bar setup and signage. Our beverage expertise includes quantity recommendations, delivery coordination, and a bar staffed with certified professionals. Whether you’re serving champagne toasts, wine pairings, or craft cocktails, our team brings expert guidance and seamless execution.
Frequently Asked Questions
We covered a lot here, we know. We hope these answers to some of our most frequently asked questions will cover anything we missed.
Didn't answer yours? Please drop us a line and we'll get back to you with an answer!
Do I have to use your preferred caterers, or can I work with my own?
We’re happy to work with either! If you already have a caterer you love, we’ll coordinate with them to ensure flawless execution. If you’re looking for recommendations, we can connect you with our trusted network of chefs and catering partners who are just as committed to quality and professionalism as we are. But whichever way you go, we'll handle all the coordination, timing, and logistics so you don't have to.
How do you handle dietary restrictions and food allergies?
We take dietary needs seriously and build them into the planning process from day one. We work with you and your caterer or chef to create menus that accommodate every type of restriction without making anyone feel singled out or like an afterthought. Every guest deserves delicious options that fit their needs, and that's exactly what we provide.
Do you offer private chef services for smaller, intimate events?
Yes! We work with talented private chefs to create personalized dining experiences for intimate gatherings and special occasions. This includes custom menu development based on your preferences, all shopping and food prep, meal service, and coordination with our service staff. It’s perfect for dinner parties, anniversary celebrations, holidays, or any event where you want restaurant-quality food in the comfort of your own home or venue.
Can you help with custom cocktail creation or wine selections (bar and beverage quantities) even if we’re not doing a full bar or wine pairing?
Absolutely! Whether you need help selecting wines for a multi-course pairing, choosing a few bottles for a casual dinner, or stocking a full bar for a celebration, we provide expert guidance. We’ll recommend quantities based on your guest count, coordinate delivery (including ice), and can staff your bar with certified bartenders if needed.
What makes your catering coordination different from just hiring a caterer directly?
When you hire a caterer directly, you’re responsible for managing timelines, confirming details, coordinating with other vendors, and troubleshooting on event day. We handle all of that for you. We serve as the point of contact between your caterer, rental companies, venue, and other vendors. Our 20+ years of event experience means timing is perfect and nothing is forgotten, so you can actually enjoy your event instead of managing logistics.
What if I don’t need a chef, but still need help with things like heating and serving?
This sounds like a job for our Culinary Servers! Our Culinary Servers offer the rare combination of professional cooking skills and polished service — reheating, finishing, and beautifully presenting meals from your caterer or your own kitchen. Beyond the culinary expertise, the Events by Marylee team will provide light event planning support, including: menu guidance, rental coordination, shopping list help, and beverage planning to ensure every detail is handled. Our light planning helping hands is part of our Signature Service.
Be a Guest at Your Own Event
Sit back and be a guest at your own party while we handle every aspect of your event's culinary experience, from partnering with top chefs and caterers to coordinating menus, managing dietary restrictions, and staffing a service team. We provide concierge-level hospitality service so you can relax and enjoy your guests. And we do it all with heart and gratitude.
