DeFazio's Catering Competitors

For more than 40 years, the Classic team has been bringing people together over memorable cuisine. All along the way, we have served our community as passionately as our clients. Imagination, craft and inspiration lie at the center of The Classic Catering People’s vision of honoring food traditions while embracing new tastes and techniques. Our spirit is rooted in a commitment to the environment through composting, recycling and continually seeking greener ways to work. Whether it’s our impact on the planet or our interactions with each other, open, honest communication and teamwork are hallmarks of how we operate — creating not just an event, but a bonding experience for individuals, families, businesses and communities. Working together, we welcome challenge and enjoy sharing our success with the community. We’re fundraisers, volunteers, donors and board members as well as caterers.

Culinary Creations has earned a renowned reputation and numerous prestigious awards since 1995 for orchestrating memorable events from start to finish. Our highly trained and professional staff will create and execute a menu to exceed your expectations while being considerate of your needs and budget. 1995 Culinary Creations ® was created by Chef Andrew Pantano, a highly trained and experienced graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. Chef Pantano, together with his colleagues, has designed a casual dining Cafe, Pastry Shoppe and Full Service Catering Company with a Wedding and Event Consulting Office offering Catering with a Creative Touch. Culinary Creations ® Executive Chef/Proprietor Andrew Pantano has filmed over 150 Episodes as the Host of TV’s ‘Panache’ Weekly Cooking Show. Culinary Creations has been featured in voluminous reputable publications such as The New York Times, The Star Ledger, Country Roads, House & Home, NJ Saavy, NJ Biz, Plate Magazine, Channel 12 News, NJ Countryside and many others. Culinary Creations has been honored with numerous prestigious awards including ‘Best Caterer’ multiple years by NJ Monthly Magazine & The Courier News in Central NJ, Best Wedding Planner and at the top of the list for Top Caterers in NJ by NJ Biz.

Catering By The Family is a spin off of "The Family Sandwich Shoppe", which opened in 1976 as a 60-seat family restaurant. We won the Tampa Tribune's Cuban Sandwich Contest in 1976, 1977 and 1979. Frequent road improvements on Henderson Boulevard had an adverse effect on business at The Family Sandwich Shoppe; therefore it was necessary for us to diversify our business. In 1982, the Gonzalez & Guggino families saw the opportunity to pursue the field of off-premise catering, providing specialty foods from all cultures and walks of life, thus, Catering By The Family was established. As the years passed we acquired more knowledge of fine foods; expanding into the areas of display cooking, elaborate food, and custom menus. In 1993, Catering By The Family moved to a new 6,000 square foot facility with a 2,500 square foot kitchen, 2,500 square foot warehouse, and 1,000 square feet of administrative office space. In August 2002, Catering By The Family took an enormous step and acquired a 17,500 square foot facility in the North Hyde Park neighborhood. With a 3,500 square foot kitchen, 12,000 square foot warehouse, and 2,000 square feet of administrative office space. Catering By The Family provides quality, variety, artistic presentation, and unparalleled customer service. We treat you like family!