Hamptons Event Planning on the South Fork

Hamptons Caterers

South Fork Weddings is not an event planning service, but we can help you find one. While it can be fun to plan your own event, having a true professional can make all the difference. Not only are they adept at handling the myriad of details that are inherent in any large event, but they can also help select the service providers most suited to your needs. Many property owners are more comfortable allowing the use of their premises when an event planner is in charge and often properties are only available through the event planner. If you are planning an event from a distance, it is imperative that you utilize an event planner. If you are planning a corporate event, you need to know that your event is professionally handled so as to reflect positively on your company. Brides should enjoy their weddings as should their families and friends.

While South Fork Weddings does not plan events, we do respond to all e-mail inquiries and will be happy to answer any questions you might have. Please e-mail us at info@southforkweddings.com.

The best meets the best in the Hamptons and A Hampton Affaire is prime among them.  Nancy Swiezy has extended her enormously prestigious company, A Newport Affaire, to join forces with Tim Brown of Park Avenue Catering to form a partnership offering clients from New York City to Newport and North Fork to Northampton the style and culinary skills they have come to expect.  Mansion weddings, (Nancy is proud of having planned the Trump wedding in Newport), beach side clambakes, wineries, and old farmsteads are possible site locations and all events will be made notable by this new partnership based on years of experience.  When the event demands the highest in culinary and creative skills a consistent track record, and personalized attention, A Hampton Affaire is a company that fits the bill.

Corinne has been in the event and wedding business for over twenty years and has earned her reputation as a true professional. She offers not only her organizational skills and deep reservoir of vendors and contacts, but also the eye of an artist. (Her hand painted silk chuppas are displayed in museums, and serves as lasting tangible memories for bridal couples.) When she shared with me some of the comments past clients have written to her, I laughed aloud when one described her as "human valium." Indeed, she does have a calm persona and maintains such an aura of confidence and serenity that she can smooth over not just ripples, but big waves too! What I think is particularly wonderful about Corinne is her understanding that each situation requires different services. If you wish to make all your arrangements yourself, Corinne offers "on site management" just for the day. If you want her assistance in the total planning a one day event, a destination wedding, or corporate event, she has the experience and talent necessary. She is available in The Hamptons, The North Fork, and New York City.

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.

As one of the Hamptons' leading wedding planners, Jill Gordon creates chic, personalized events with a sense of high style and cutting-edge sophistication. Clients rave about her expertise and ability to bring a stress-free atmosphere to the planning process. She pays close attention to the couple's vision and helps them create a wedding that truly reflects their style while still paying attention to logistics, budget, flow and the comfort of wedding guests. Known for her at-home tented events, she is also in high demand for weddings at vineyards, beaches and other local locations. Regardless of venue, she is famous for hitting the right tone of beach elegance. This boutique firm offers an array of services for any budget. With twenty-plus years in the business, Jill Gordon is often the planner of choice for style-conscious Hampton couples.

Peconic Bay Parties has the answers to your questions and the solution to your problems.  Having created spectacular events for "out of towners" at prestigious vineyards and perfected intimate anniversary parties for "in the loop" locals at private estates, owner Ashley O'Neil has demonstrated her talents and knowledge to everyone's delight.  Peconic Bay Parties can handle all details of presentation thus bringing Ashley's design skills to bear, or provide "day of" on site coordination.  Ashley was raised right here on the East End and after having completed her education in design, returned home to found this planning and coordination company.  The company provides planning consultations so that you can decide just how much help you want and can help you tie up loose ends if you are already mid planning.  Any questions?  Call Ashley!

Christopher Michael
Exclusive Caterers of the Jamesport Country Kitchen
P.O. Box 614
Laurel, NY 11948
(631) 722-3537
www.northfork.com/catering/

With over twelve years of catering service in private homes, wineries, and estates, Matthew Kar has earned top ratings on the East End as a trusted and talented provider of services.  He has gathered together a superior staff which supports his credo of personal attention and superior food served with style.  Having attended numerous events catered by Christopher Michael, from small private gatherings to large elegant weddings, I can personally attest to his excellence.  Matthew Kar invites you to visit his showplace at Jamesport Manor Inn on Manor Lane for menu options and other guest services.

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?)

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.

Award winning chefs, first class servers, incredible flexibility, and supreme professionalism place this Southampton based caterer at the top of the heap. A lifetime of Hampton living ensures that this family owned caterer is in touch with the wants and needs of its clients. This year Four Seasons Caterer has added an exclusive Kosher kitchen used only for glatt kosher cooking with rabbinical supervision to their recently opened private venue. An historic venerable home in Southampton, the property can accommodate up to 250 guests in a bright and flowing space and has wonderful terraced gardens, perfect for weddings, bar mitzvahs, and anniversary parties. The food is sophisticated and eclectic, and whether a client wants buffet, a sit down dinner, or passed hors d'oeuvres, or whether the event is on the beach, by a pool, or at Four Seasons' own location, this 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.

Indian Island Catering has its home at Indian Island Clubhouse located at Indian Island Golf Course in Riverhead. This fabulous location is fully described in our "venue" section, but you may be interested to know that this catering company headed by Russ Moran also offers off premise catering. If you are lucky enough to have a home overlooking the water, (or even one with a great back yard!), this caterer is capable of delivering a delicious and well presented meal for your guests. There choices vary from tea sandwiches to sit down dinner entrees, and all are outlined on their site. Russ Moran is easy to talk to and will give you the benefit of his experience and professionalism. Of course, once you are at Indian Island, you may very well decide to hold your affair right there. (See also: Venues, Restaurants, Activities)

If you can't get to the river, don't worry; the river can come to you!  Having built a fabulous reputation as an extraordinary caterer at Indian Island Golf Course and Country Club located on the Peconic River, Russ Moran is now offering off premise catering anywhere in Suffolk County, especially the East End, where he is so well known.  Sample menus are posted along with comments from some happy clients.  To celebrate this new endeavor, Russ Moran has a special wedding package offer that will certainly answer the prayers of many brides and grooms.  Ask around and you'll hear great things about Russ and be sure to look at his website.

An awesomely unique multi cultural approach towards food and its presentation make Scrimshaw Catering a top player in the wedding and event industry on the East End of Long Island, including both the Hamptons and North Fork Wine Country. While all menus are custom designed to the client's needs with the guidance and assistance of chef de cuisine Dean Caselnovo, the selections are likely to tempt anyone to pick "just one more" item. Butlered hors d'oeuvres for a cocktail party might be shrimp "martinis" with green sauce, Smoked trout Waldorf on potato crisps, crisp curried crescents, wild mushroom wontons, and foie gras terrine on brioche. Chef owner Rosa de Carvahlo-Ross and Dean Caselnovo are masters at matching great wines with gourmet entrees to create elegant dinners for any number of guests and sometimes can be persuaded to do cooking demonstrations. You can taste their food at the restaurant on the wharf in Greenport and if you are lucky, you might even be able to book a night to hold a rehearsal dinner or private event.

Stuart's Seafood Catering
41 Oak Lane
PO Box 1859
Amagansett, NY 11830
(631) 267-6700
www.stuartsseafood.com

Stuart's Seafood Catering takes great pride not just in their delicious fare, but also in their professional service and sense of fun they bring to your event! With over 25 years of experience, catering directors Karl and Carolyn Vanston stay calm, cool and collected in the face of any challenge. Stuart's offers full service clambakes, barbeques, luaus and custom menus for any occasion. You may want to visit their website to read the New York Times profile on their pig roasts!

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. White glove treatment prevails for weddings, private parties, and corporate affairs. The food is as superb as you would expect from a Hampton estate with a personal chef, deliciously fresh and beautifully presented.

If you love the idea of being married in wine country, but really do want an elegant facility with all the amenities, Vineyard Caterers is the place for you. The building is lovely, with a grand staircase leading down to a formal foyer, spacious and beautifully decorated reception areas, and one of the most beautiful outdoor decks on the east end. The second floor holds the bridal suites which can be used to dress, primp, or just relax before your event, the only one held at the given time. A full service facility, Vineyard Caterers combines professionalism with personal attention and your event receives their undivided attention.

To find caterers located on the South Fork, please visit Hamptons Caterers & Event Planners!