David James catering

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I am Susan Levy , chef owner of David James catering. I am a retired veteran, and a graduate from the Culinary Institute of America. I pride my self on high end quality service. We serve delicious food, attention to details ,No event to small or too big. We also just got a liquor truck to rent out for all your special event!

Overview

Hired 29 times

Serves Craryville, NY

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12 employees

10 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

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Andrew D.

Apr 27, 2024

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Hired Susan & team for a bachelor party vegan dinner and the food was excellent. Everything was as planned. Thanks Susan!!

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • Asian • Italian • Indian • Vegan • Mexican or Latin American • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Buffet • I'm flexible • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Karen O.

Sep 25, 2020

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Sue catered our daughter’s mini “corona wedding” reception and made it an absolutely wonderful event! The food was phenomenal, everyone is still raving about it!

Details: Wedding • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Alcoholic drinks • Non-alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • Dessert • American - formal • American - casual • Food stations • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Paper napkins • Table décor • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Angela G.

Nov 17, 2024

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Communicated really well. Food was right on time, and delicious.

Details: Wedding • Dinner • American - formal • Italian • Mexican or Latin American • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Premium (high end ingredients)

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Alex G.

Sep 8, 2023

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They did an excellent job. I wanted to have 12 people for a buffet style sit down dinner. Susan was very flexible and easy to deal with when it came to changes to the menu and number of people. She showed up on time and was prepared. I wanted dinner at 7:30 and that is exactly when it was served. The food she prepared was delicious and fresh. She contributed in making the evening an experience that my guests will remember. Thank you Susan.

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Alcoholic drinks • Dessert • American - formal • Italian • Asian • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • I'm flexible

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Leslie B.

Sep 27, 2021

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There were two main reasons why we decided to hire Chef Sue (David James Catering). 1. The delicious food (obviously). 2. Chef Sue's attentive personality. I was confident that she would make sure not only the catering went off without a hitch, but she made sure the wedding in general went off without a hitch. I can't thank the David James team enough for making my wedding the most incredible experience with the least amount of stress as possible. Thank you thank you!! (Wedding 9/25/21 Branford House Groton, CT)

Details: Wedding • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • American - formal • Food stations • Yes, full service • Banquet hall or ballroom • Yes, partial kitchen (fridge and sink only) • 100 - 124 guests • Cloth napkins • Plates, utensils and glasses • Table décor • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Susan Levy

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I talk to them and see what they are looking for . I customize every menu to my customers needs. We decided on a menu and price . Then I set up a tasting to make sure I can provide for them what they want. Then when that goes well , we sign a contract.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a culinary institute of America graduate, and I was a chef in the United States Coast Guard for 27 yrs .
Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?
I volunteered my services to work at the Mark Twain house . I support a non for profit animal rescue group called Kenways Cause . They help all dogs and cats in the Hartford area. It is a great cause because they help so many animals a year and I love animals.