Juste Hors D'Oeuvres and Much More, LLC

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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!

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Hired 144 times

Serves Bethel, CT

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10 employees

15 years in business

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Jamie B.

Jul 28, 2024

Marylyn was a huge contributor to the success of our wedding. She helped us plan every single detail from the second we met! Her team delivered an amazing cocktail hour, family style dinner, dessert and wedding cake! We highly suggest Marylyn to caterer any event , she has the skills and knowledge to make your event memorable. We are still getting compliments a month later on all of the food and service provided by Marylyn’s team!

Hanna S.

Jun 10, 2024

How can I write a review that truly encompasses how absolutely amazing my wedding reception was!? Juste Hors D'Oeuvres and Much More recently catered my outdoor “garden-style” wedding of 80 guests, and I couldn’t dream of a more amazing experience working with Marylyn and her staff. Marylyn was more like a full-service event planner, as she took the time to get to know both my husband and I, as well as our full plan for our wedding day. She invited us into her home for a tasting, where she also took the time to get to know us, how we met, our families, and how we envisioned our wedding day to play out. Throughout the planning process, she worked with the company we planned rentals from, including the tents, tables, chairs, linens, appliances, etc., and she triple-checked all items to ensure every detail matched our vision for our wedding. She asked just about every question imaginable, and helped make sure we weren’t missing any important area/item. Her incredible organization, communication, responsiveness, and attention to detail aside (!!!), the food that was served on our wedding day was the true stand-out. Just wow! We chose five passed appetizers; roasted chicken and eggplant parmesan for the two mains; as well as a host of side dishes; and everything was absolutely delicious. My guests are still raving about how amazing everything tasted! By working with Marylyn, I felt such a calm in my heart, knowing that she would take care of everything and ensure our wedding reception was flawless. My husband and I were able to relax and really enjoy our special day. From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank Marylyn and her entire staff for their kindness, organization, attention to detail and their passion.

Phoebe W.

Nov 25, 2023

Marylyn and her team did a phenomenal job catering our wedding. We were able to customize our menu to accommodate various dietary restrictions, and the food was delicious and plentiful. During the wedding, Marylyn’s team essentially served as both caterers and event coordinators; they quickly reorganized the reception hall when rain forced us to move our ceremony indoors, worked with the other vendors to keep on schedule, and cleaned up afterward. Her bartenders made delicious (and strong) drinks. Marylyn and her team went above and beyond to execute our perfect wedding, and I am so grateful we chose Juste Hors D’oeuvres!

Jan H.

2 weeks ago

Better than excellent! Easy to talk with the owner in the pre-planning stage and very helpful. The day of my daughter's baby shower - they arrived on time and just got to work prepping, and getting everything ready. Prior to the event date - instructions on what to expect and what I had to do were clarified which was extremely helpful. After that I had to worry about nothing! From serving to cleanup! Food was amazing - the selection is incredible and if you don't see something on the menu, Marilyn will accommodate! All this allowed me to enjoy the event and my guests. All in all, Juste Hors D'Oeuvres was a godsend! Can't thank her and her staff enough.

Emily & Eric R.

Sep 25, 2024

Unforgettable Food & the Friendliest Catering Team! We are still dreaming about the food from our wedding, and it’s all thanks to Marylyn and her incredible team at Juste Hors D'oeuvres! The appetizers were such a hit—especially the crab cakes with chipotle crema, watermelon/manchego skewers, and fig and blue cheese flatbread. People couldn’t stop going back for seconds (and thirds!) But hands down, the star of the night was my favorite, the pumpkin lasagna! It was subtle and magnificent, our guests talked about it for days and my mother-in-law stopped to tell Marylyn too how much she enjoyed it! Beyond the food, what truly made the experience so extraordinary was how incredibly friendly and accommodating Marylyn and her catering staff were the whole time. From day one, Marylyn went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable, she is so responsive and welcoming. We didn't consider custom drink requests as early as we should have but they were so accommodating, they didn't miss a beat. Their energy was infectious, and the team’s attention to every detail made the night entirely perfect. If you’re looking for a caterer who not only serves incredible dishes but also makes you feel like family, you absolutely need to book Marylyn at Juste Hors D'oeuvres. Her warmth and professionalism made all the difference, and we couldn’t imagine our day without her. Highly recommended!!!

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing should be customized to the clients' budget parameters. We are not an "off-the-shelf" catering company with prices for set packages. We feel that there are too many hidden costs in packages. Every proposal we make is broken down into the main components. This gives clients the ability to make financial decisions from a place of knowledge. Menus are developed in consultation with our clients. When we understand their wants and needs, we are empowered to work diligently to create a perfect and affordable event!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Personalized consultation is the key to a perfect event. By chatting with my prospects and asking some key questions, together we are able to hone in on the perfect mix of wants and needs and develop the right budget parameters. As catering pros, there are times we suggest options to our clients that they would not have thought of themselves often resulting in the saving of time and money! While we all love social media and e-mail, neither are the right way to plan a perfect event!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Our Chefs, Bartenders and other Staff are highly experienced. I spent many years as a teacher then a VP in a Fortune 500 company. It is the combination of exemplary cooking and planning coupled with savvy business prowess that built this business into a thriving success. We are the pros ready to assist you at every turn!!!