Soul Food Caterers in New Rochelle, NY

2025 INDUCTED INTO THE WEDDING WIRE AND THE KNOT HALL OF FAME FOR 6+ YEARS OF OUTSTAND CLIENT REVIEWS!! If you want a caterer who is not "off-the-shelf" ordinary and has a vast variety of full-service menu selections, you've come to the right place! We are highly experienced, full-service caterers who assist our clients, both private and corporate, with menu creation, party planning, and any rentals needed. Whatever event, large or small, you have in mind, we're there to realize your vision! Our expertise as on-site personal chefs at private dinner parties is exemplary. Our brides and grooms love our personalized approach to planning their perfect day! We pride ourselves on our highly individualized approach to menu creation to ensure the perfect event while honoring your budget! We have been working with Thumbtack for three years, we have been hired 106 times, have 91 reviews and a 4.9 Star rating out of a possible 5 !!! Visit us to read our exemplary testimonials (both on Thumbtack and our website) and view our eclectic menu selections. Warm regards, Marylyn B. Schwartz Chef/Owner Interacting with our clients from the initial phone call to the completion of the event is exhilarating! To see the clients' vision come to fruition and to know that we made a positive difference in their lives as well as those of their guests is the ultimate goal of JHD's catering!

Welcome to WHAT’S ON THE MENU EVENT SERVICES. I have spent decades honing my services skills to bring you the best overall experience and value, your money can buy. Our food is inventive fresh, delicious, and created to your needs. We also supply staffing or bar needs as requested. My job is too bring joy to you and your guests no matter how small or big your event is. We are Advil for your event. I enjoy and approach each event with the goal to make a lasting impression. I take pleasure in knowing that my hard work makes for a seamless event. Our pricing is very straight forward with absolutely no hidden charges. We have a Five hour minimum flat rate of $300-350 per staffer and then $35hr after and we base gratuity on food. Non-food events (staffing-bar) are never tip included, it is at your discretion.

With over 20 years of honing my craft and orchestrating over 500 meticulously curated experiences, I've become a maestro of culinary excellence. Yet, my passion transcends personal achievements. My business is a beacon of empowerment, dedicated to cultivating the talents of fellow chefs, guiding them toward the pinnacle of their potential.

We are Startups Catering & Events! You DREAM, we CREATE. LETS together, make this day a memorable one. We work with everyone regarding their vision, budget/price & menu to fit their needs. We provide anything from full service, set up, clean up, Linens, food equipment, utensils, nicely dressed servers, silverware & more. We are here to serve you and your guests for your next event!