{"id":17350,"date":"2015-07-17T18:51:06","date_gmt":"2015-07-17T22:51:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.glensfalls.com\/glensfallsbusinessjournal\/2015\/07\/caterers-furnish-events-of-all-styles-and-sizes-with-foods-that-are-equally-varied.html"},"modified":"2015-07-17T18:51:06","modified_gmt":"2015-07-17T22:51:06","slug":"caterers-furnish-events-of-all-styles-and-sizes-with-foods-that-are-equally-varied","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.glensfalls.com\/glensfallsbusinessjournal\/2015\/07\/caterers-furnish-events-of-all-styles-and-sizes-with-foods-that-are-equally-varied\/","title":{"rendered":"Caterers Furnish Events Of All Styles And Sizes With Foods That Are Equally Varied"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Providing just the right beverages is one of the many tasks of catering companies that busy themselves to enhance specials events, especially during the busy summer season\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

BY MAUREEN WERTHER<\/p>\n

The long awaited arrival of warm weather
\nmeans an increase in the number of weddings,
\noutdoor parties and – of course -racetrack and
\nlakeside related festivities. For such events, local
\ncaterers offer a plethora of food choices, themes
\nand venues to draw upon.<\/p>\n

For Maureen Chase, owner of Monahan
\nChase Caterers, catering means a customized,
\nfull-service experience, where every event is a
\nreflection of the individual client. Since opening
\ntheir doors 32 years ago, Monahan Chase boasts
\nthat they have always been a locally sourced,
\nfarm-to-table company, offering clients the best
\nchoices available throughout the year.<\/p>\n

“When you start with quality products, you end
\nup with a quality product,” she said.
\nShe notes that a majority of her business is
\nin catering events in people’s homes, but she
\nalso does her fair share of weddings and parties
\nat a variety of venues. Because Chase believes
\nthat customer service is paramount, nothing is
\ndone online or via text or email. She believes in
\npersonally dealing with each client by phone and
\nin person as part of her specialized and customized
\napproach.<\/p>\n

Another popular local business that is gearing
\nup for their busy season is Samantha’s Caf\u00c3\u00a9. Although
\nthe caf\u00c3\u00a9 has been in existence since 1989,
\nJennifer Kraft and Liz Wilcox took ownership in
\n2011 and they’re excited that clients are starting to put the meal as the focal point of their events
\nand parties. What that means for Samantha’s
\nCatering is the ability to offer a more complete
\nexperience.<\/p>\n

Noting that this is the “foodie” era, they are
\nfinding that clients prefer to offer menus that
\nreflect who they are as people, rather than just
\noffering crowd-pleaser menus. Clients are willing
\nto take more risks with flavors.<\/p>\n

They are pleased that, in addition to the more
\ncommon “comfort food” choices, other more
\neclectic dishes like Mediterranean quinoa, seasoned
\nbaked tofu, and chana masala have also
\nbecome popular additions to their catering menu.<\/p>\n

While the Barnside Smokehouse Restaurant
\nhas been offering year-around traditional favorites
\nlike steaks, ribs, and pulled pork to its diners
\nfor the last 24 years, they’re seeing a big increase
\nin their catering business, which is in its fifth year.
\nIn addition to the cash and carry “pick up” catering
\noption still favored by so many customers,
\nthey also provide full service party planning and
\ncatering from Albany to Lake Placid.<\/p>\n

Ed Pagnotta, schoolteacher turned restaurant
\nowner\/chef, notes that in addition to parties at
\npeople’s homes, barn venues are hugely popular
\nfor them and they will bring their smoker to add
\nto the flavor and ambiance of the event. All their
\nmeats are smoked on the premises and they use
\ntheir own special blends of ingredients to achieve
\ntheir signature flavor.<\/p>\n

Pagnotta believes that in addition to having a
\ngreat product, their flexibility and their excellent
\nturnaround time is an important component in
\nthe growth of their business.<\/p>\n

For Kevin and Patty Bethel, owners of 132 Glen
\nBistro, opening their restaurant and catering
\nservice is a dream come true. With an impressive
\nculinary resume to back him up, Kevin proudly
\noffers “fresh foods, homemade breads and soups,
\nand creative entrees” developed during many
\nyears in the industry.<\/p>\n

Parties of up to 25 people can enjoy the beautifully
\nrestored yet quaint comfort of the 2nd floor
\ndining area, and the Bistro hosts larger parties
\non Sundays and Tuesdays.<\/p>\n

In addition to their in house catering options,
\nthe Bistro is busy supplying a delicious array of
\nfoods for pickup and delivery. Kevin said they
\nhave become a popular catering option for pharmaceutical
\nreps, corporate luncheons, both on
\nsite and at the business location.<\/p>\n

A relative newcomer to the Glens Falls dining
\nand catering scene is Morgan & Co. Restaurant.
\nThe husband and wife team of Steve Butters and
\nRebecca Newell-Butters describe their menu as
\n“comfort food with a Mediterranean-Bohemian
\nflair.”<\/p>\n

Since opening last October, general manager
\nBill Dingman described business as “wonderful.”
\nA combination of good staff, coupled with
\na great menu, adds up to success. And, while
\nthey are primarily a “destination” for diners in
\nthe region, that hasn’t stopped Morgan & Co.
\nfrom offering their menu for weddings and
\nparties off site, ranging in style and theme
\nfrom New England clambake to traditional
\nsit-down elegance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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