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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.

Culinary Collective is an importer of sustainable, heritage foods from Spain and Peru. Find Matiz and Zócalo Gourmet brands and many others at retailers nationwide.

Nourish Ventures is on a mission to partner with, nourish, and scale new ventures focused on creating the food system of the future: delicious, nutritious and sustainable. We are strategic investors and innovation partners that leverage the global experience, capabilities, and footprint of Griffith Foods, as well as the additional capabilities we’ve cultivated to serve the needs of startups and scale impact for our partners. Join us in blazing a trail toward a brighter food ecosystem that empowers human and planetary health - accelerating the future of food.