Whether you prefer a formal sit-down dinner, cocktail party with sushi and raw bars, clambake, barbecue, luncheon, or tea, you will want a caterer who provides quality food and great presentation. The sophisticated clientele of residents and visitors to North Fork Wine Country and The Hamptons have created a demand for high-quality services and products, and the caterers are well up to providing them. Outdoor and tented events call for experienced caterers with all the equipment necessary. Usually a "food tent" is erected, which becomes a full service kitchen. Some venues have their own in house caterers, but many on the East End do not, and it is important that the caterer is suited to the event. An event planner can help or you can "Ask Maggie."

A Touch of Class Events
8243 Jericho Turnpike
Woodbury, NY 11797
(516) 367-1400
www.atouchofclassevents.com

If, as I do, you believe that presentation is everything, then A Touch of Class Catering has it all. This catering company prides itself on the artistry of its food presentation and through the use of color, shape, and texture creates a veritable feast for the eyes as well the palette. An exquisite slice of salmon placed with care on a beautiful plate garnished with green and yellow vegetables is as impressive as it is tempting. "The feast not profuse but elegant; more of salt [refinement] than of expense "was as admired in the 1500's when those words were written as it is today. A Touch of Class Catering creates a custom menu of fabulous flavors for each party so that your event is truly your own.

Black Tie Caterers & Event Specialists
53 Oak Street
West Hampton Beach, NY 11953
(631) 258-5401
www.btcaterers.com
steve@btcaterers.com

The ClamMan
235A North Sea Road
Southampton, NY 11968
(631) 283-3354
www.ClamMan.com

The East End has changed over the past twenty five years, and to be sure, it has a slightly different face than our grandparent's first saw. At its core, however, it is a seaside community with a style found only in this corner of the world. Since 1982 The ClamMan has been operating a seafood market providing catering for parties and events from The Hamptons to Manhattan. Though it offers a wide diversity of catering options, it is probably most famous for its, you guessed it, fabulous clambakes! Want beaches? The ClamMan knows where they are from Montauk to Westhampton and from Riverhead to Orient AND they know how to access them for you. Naturally, there is always a Plan B in place in the event of inclement weather. If you love the taste of the sea, but prefer to indulge at your city digs, The ClamMan is very experienced in bringing the shore to the city. (In case you didn't catch it, the name came from people saying "Let's call the clam man! Sounds like a great idea, doesn't it?)

Exquisite Food
P.O. Box 371
East Hampton, NY 11937
(631) 827-6000
www.HamptonsExquisiteFood.com

Uncompromising excellence and unparalleled grace define this full-service catering firm inspired and directed by Simon Sheridan. Originally from England, Simon is an intuitive designer who balances all facets of a wedding exquisitely; food, location, flowers, music and more. All menus are customized to your personal tastes and Mr. Sheridan’s remarkable culinary expertise ensures that the highest quality of food is always delivered, no matter how large the affair. Indeed, he is so dedicated to perfection and committed to excellence that he personally attends every wedding he caters. He always listens carefully to each and every client, and his entire staff demonstrates the utmost discretion and privacy. The emphasis at Exquisite Food is to make every bride's unique vision a distinct reality.

Four Seasons Catering
235A North Sea Road
Southampton, NY 11968
(631) 283-6681
www.fourseasonscaterer.com

Award winning chefs, first class servers, incredible flexibility, and supreme professionalism place this Southampton based caterer at the top of the heap for those settling for nothing less than "The Real McCoy." A lifetime of Hampton living ensures that this family owned caterer is in absolute touch with the wants and needs of its clients. The food is sophisticated and eclectic, and whether a client wants buffet, a sit down dinner, or passed hor d'oeuvres, Four Seasons Caterer is up to the task. Its sensitivity to the importance of a wedding day is apparent in its willingness to make the day happen "in any place close to your heart. " Ultimately, Four Seasons Caterer is indeed a caterer for all seasons... of the year and of your life. (P.S. Keep your ears to the ground for news of a new venue being opened up by this caterer!)

Indian Island Catering
661 Riverside Drive
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 727-0788

Trumpets at the Gate
56 South Bay Avenue
Eastport, NY
(631) 325-2900
www.trumpetsatthegate.com

Trumpets truly is an East End Pearl: of nature, of sea, and of perfection. The cedar shake "Hampton Cottage" design of this waterfront property offers understated elegance, glorious views of the bay, and an intimate soft décor. Guests wandering out onto the bayside decks, sailing into one of the slips, or just enjoying the views through the crystal clear windows experience the feeling of a private estate on the North Fork or the Hamptons.. White glove treatment prevails for weddings, private parties, and corporate affairs. The food is as superb as you would expect from a private estate with a personal chef, deliciously fresh and beautifully presented.