This past September 15, 2018, we had the pleasure of working with Erin & Diana, a truly beautiful couple inside and out. We met them at a bridal show at the beginning of last year and they were looking for a caterer for their September wedding at theThe Webb Barn. Of course, Spice Catering Group was happy to oblige! After their first look, Erin & Diana had the most beautiful ceremony under the large tree behind the barn. Two very special and meaningful things that they did were 1) they each had their fathers walk them down the aisle we created and 2) they had a mixed gender ..read more

There’s a lot of decisions to make for your wedding. I mean, A LOT! Deciding on the style of your wedding menu is one that should be fun, though! Do you want stations? Plated? Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres? Here’s some helpful info that can help guide your decision. Stations: Stations are the new buffet. When people think “buffet”, they think that long cafeteria line of people waiting with plates to get their food. That’s great for a college campus, but not so much for a wedding. The solution? Stations! The fun thing about stations is that each one can be it’s own theme. Asian? Mediterranean? B ..read more

We are honored and humbled to be one of the preferred caterers at 19Main in New Milford, CT! We had a wonderful time at the wedding we catered there last month, and look forward to a long relationship with many more successful events here! At the corner of Main and Bank street in historic downtown New Milford, we are conveniently located in the recently restored United Bank Building. This former bank from the 1900’s faces the town green; home to many picturesque surrounding streets that feature specialty retail shops, galleries, restaurants, and an art deco movie theater. At the corner of ..read more

We customize all of our wedding menus, so that tends to throw couples off when we say, “We can make whatever you want”. It seems like such an overwhelming task to build a wedding menu from scratch as opposed to having options handed to you. But don’t you want your wedding to be a reflection of you and your fiancé? Shouldn’t the food appeal to you and your likes? Although it sounds like a daunting task to build your menu from the ground up, here are 5 tips to help you through it. 1. Decide on your style. Is it a backyard BBQ that you are going for, or an elegant plated dinner? Looking for somet ..read more

Wedding cakes have always been a necessary part of the reception. I mean, come on, who doesn’t like cake or desserts or sweets in general? But the times are changing and white tiered wedding cakes are played out. If you’re like me, and have a sweet tooth, a wedding wouldn’t be complete without dessert. So, we’re complied 5 of our favorite wedding cake alternatives: from ice cream sundae bars to mini pies, there’s a little something to please taste buds of all sizes. Cookies Options for wedding cookies are endless from cute and sugary to hearty and traditional. The opportunities are e ..read more

Do you know the right questions to ask when interviewing caterers? We do! And not only did we provide you with a list of questions, but also OUR answers. Keep reading to find out more about us. The Basics How many weddings do you do per year, and how long have you been in business?Spice Catering has been in business for 8 years now. With each passing year, we cater more and more weddings. Are you licensed by the state of Connecticut? Are you licensed to serve alcohol?Yes and yes. We have a full liquor license and can bring the bar to any event! Will you provide a banquet manager to coordinate ..read more

I love photography, especially wedding photography. The detail shots, the fun bridal party shots, the gown shots, the ring shots, I love it all. There are so many different photography styles out there and there’s not many that I can say that I dislike. Everyone is different though, so be sure you go into the hiring process asking the right questions. Here are some to get you started: – Do you specialize in weddings? There’s a big difference between a “wedding photographer” and a “photographer who shoots weddings”. Make sure you hire someone who knows the flow of a wedding, how to handle large ..read more

We had a great 2016! So many happy occasions – weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and so much more. Here is a quick photo review of our fantastic year and some of our favorite events. Lauren & Jason’s August WeddingJoe & Amanda’s July WeddingAngela & Brian’s August WeddingTamra & David’s October WeddingSamantha & Jay’s June WeddingHeidi & Tom’s June WeddingTaz & Ty’s August WeddingBobbie & Pat’s 50th Wedding Anniversary PartyJim & Adriana’s October WeddingErin & PJ’s September WeddingAmina & Glen’s June Wedding Thank you all for letting Spice C ..read more

Lauren & Jason’s wedding took place this past August. It was another hot one, but it was a beautiful day. This wedding was particularly special because the groom is Dan’s nephew and the bride has worked events for Spice on many occasions. We wanted their day to be just perfect. The ceremony took place at McCook’s Beach in Niantic, CT. Photo by http://www.weddingphotoct.com/ The reception following was in Lauren’s parents’ beautiful back yard in East Lyme, CT. Photo by http://www.weddingphotoct.com/ This is a sneak peak of their cocktail hour. We set up a locally farmed New England Tomato B ..read more

Want a $100 Amazon Gift Card?     Here’s How It Works: Engagement season is upon us. We all know someone who has gotten or will become engaged this holiday season. We want to help them plan the perfect wedding. Step 1: Refer them to Spice Catering. Step 2: They book us for their wedding catering. Step 3: You get a $100 Amazon gift card emailed to you! Simple, right? Just make sure you tell us you sent them our way! Minimum of 100 guests. Deposit and contract must be received prior to sending out gift card. The post Want a $100 Amazon Gift Card? appeared first on Spice Catering Blog ..read more