Lena is an extraordinary private chef…read more Lena prepared a multi-course meal for a couple of friends, and each course was extraordinary. I can't wait to have Lena cater another event. Lena also followed all COVID-19 protocols, which made my guests feel extra safe. White Wine Poached Prawn Roulade Cucumber | Avocado Mousse | Pickled Mustard Seed | Chive Oil   Wild Mushroom Cappelletti Charred Brussels | Parmesan Emulsion Sauce | Wild Ramp Oil    Halibut Supreme & Maine Rope Mussels Cauliflower Puree | Seasonal Market Vegetables | Citrus Espuma Sauce   1000 Layer Apple Vanilla Mascapone Mousse | Pie Cumble | Caramel Ice Cream

Lena and her team were fabulous! I worked with Lena to put together a 12-person dinner for my…read morebirthday party recently. Not knowing anything about the NYC chef culture prior to working with Lena, I was a bit nervous about what the quality of the food and service would be like. However, Lena and her team quickly settled these nerves. Here's my breakdown of the experience: Pre-Event Date: Lena was extremely responsive throughout the entire process and was great to partner with in catering the menu to my likes / dislikes as well as taking into account any allergies amongst the group. Day of Event - Arrival / Setup: Lena and the two waiters she came with arrived on time and quickly settled in and got to work to help set the room / table up. I was somewhat surprised how little I had to do to get everything setup. Food: Every dish was excellent and all 12 people agreed! The presentation and taste was top notch and I felt like I was at a Michelin star restaurant. The dessert was heavenly and I enjoyed every last bite! Waiters: The waiters were extremely thoughtful and professional. When each guest arrived, the waiters greeted them and took their coat / bags to hang them, which was a nice touch. They also ensured our glasses (wine and water) were never empty. Before they left, they cleaned up the kitchen and washed all the pots, pans, and dishes that were used for the night. I would 100% recommend anyone to work with Lena. I plan to work with her again in the future!

These guys ROCK!! A super friendly and helpful staff that is always more than happy to try to…read moreaccommodate your every food wish and completely reliable. I use them exclusively for lunch meetings at work - I can call them up a few days in advance or even the morning of, place the order and they'll make sure it's delivered within a 15 minute window of your desired time. The food comes beautifully plated with fresh flowers/greens for garnish. All of their serving trays are recyclable and their plates, napkins & serving utensils are all made from recycled material to be a "greener" company. All the food is packaged up in a single box with various layers to protect from smashing the platters. Their menu is DELICIOUS...literally I have not had a salad, sandwich, or dessert I haven't loved. We usually get the Premier Lunch which is a platter of assorted sandwiches, two different salads (usually a green salad and a pasta salad of sorts), a sliced fruit platter and a dessert platter for about $16 per person. There is always plenty of food too! I've never had the opportunity to use them for larger catered events, but I could if I would!!

It's been two days since I've begun throwing up and suffering from food poisoning. My company has…read morebeen ordering food from them for some time now, however, this particular instance gave me bad food poisoning. Along with this, two other coworkers got food poisoning as well. If I could give this place zero stars, I would.

Above and Beyond was absolutely fabulous on our wedding day. Guests are still talking about how…read morewonderful the food was!! The shmorg, dinner and dessert were all amazing. Jill also acted as a day-of coordinator and everything was seamless. She worked calmly and professionally behind the scenes with all vendors to keep the day flowing. I didn't worry about anything that day and it all worked out perfectly. We had a lounge-like vision for the party: no assigned seats, a mix of table sizes, and a buffet of tapas style plates that would get people moving around the space. Jill made this happen and it felt seamless - she was endlessly positive and full of ideas and solutions to make the event feel festive, COVID-safe, and flowing. No one ever had to wait in line for drinks - bars were plentiful and well run. My husband and I sat at a small table together which she thoughtfully prepared ahead of time with a full array of food so we actually got to eat a little that evening! I HIGHLY recommend Jill and her team and hope to attend more of her events in the future!

We are so incredibly grateful to Above and Beyond and their entire exceptionally talented team who…read moretruly made our son's bar mitzvah shine in every way. At every single turn on both Friday night and Saturday we were completely amazed by their talented and patient staff, completely thrilled by the delicious and beautifully presented food and completely overwhelmed by the gorgeous presentation of every single element of the experience. I know that we were typical clients, but they treated us in a way that made us feel so totally special and it elevated this to such a perfect celebration for us. Our son was thrilled in every way, and virtually every one of our guests commented in some way on how delicious the food was, how amazing their team was, and how seamlessly the staff handled all of the various transitions especially in such a challenging and crowded space. We are so appreciative of everything Above and Beyond did to make this special, and every way in which you made this easy for us, and especially for your flexibility at the end dealing with our last minute details. It felt mind-bogglingly complicated for us, but it was to everyone who came and celebrated a truly delightful, happy and fun celebration--and even more so for our son. He was thrilled and so were we. We can't wait till next time and look forward to endless opportunities to recommend you to everyone we know. Thank you for making our celebration complete.

Wonderful food and wonderful service. Easy to work with, great communication and the food was…read moreamazing. Hope to work with the Fancy Girl Table team again soon.

Every single guest we have seen since the wedding has made a point to RAVE about the food we had…read more Fancy Girl did an incredible job at taking our random thoughts and ideas and creating a cohesive meal that was able to accomodate every one of our dietary restrictions, from a vegetarian who is also allergic to mushrooms, to gluten free needs. Most impressively, not a single person with dietary restriction felt like they were missing out in any way. Everything that made it onto the table was fresh, delicious, and perfectly presented. Jeanette also took excellent care of our vendors, and was so good about keeping everything on schedule and running smoothly.

We have used Chef Mellanee and The Fork Goes On the Left for all of our big events at our home…read more Just this week she catered the fundraiser we hosted for Congressman Greg Meeks. What has me work with Chef over and over again is her attention to detail, the professionalism of her staff, the ease in which she makes working with her and of course the amazing taste of all of her dishes. Chef Mellanee ensures everything looks beautiful...from the set up to the arrangement of the food on the dish. If you're having an important gathering, big or small, you need to have someone of Chef Mellanee's caliber to help ensure a successful event.

Chef Mellanee Harvin, and her Team, are the epitome of excellence. I was scouting a caterer for my…read morewedding, and was referred to Chef Mellanee by my Best Friend, who had been following The Fork Goes on the Left's Instagram page. Chef Mellanee's page, filled with tantalizing spreads, set in entrancing presentation, made a foodie like myself, instantly interested. Upon speaking with Chef Mellanee, I was immediately taken by her warmth, easy-going nature, patience (because, I asked SO many questions, on multiple occasions), and polished professionalism. Though I had nothing solidified, in terms of a venue, or even a wedding planner, Chef Mellanee offered me much guidance, and recommended a venue, which eventually led me to connect with my future Wedding Planner! I was presented a set list with a plethora of hors d'oeuvres, Buffet and Dinner compilations, and a separate drink menu, should an open bar be desired. Though many fantastic options were listed for consideration, Chef Mellanee informed I could inquire about offerings not listed, also. On the day of the tasting, my then-fiance and I, had car trouble. After speaking with Chef Mellanee, she graciously offered to extend the appointment to a reasonable time. By a miracle of God, we made it to the tasting, with 20-mins to spare. Upon entering Chef Mellanee's presence, we were immediately put at ease. The highly stressful event we'd been through, began to melt off us. Music played, in the background that set a loving mood. My beloved and I, sat at a table set for us to dine like royalty. Each course was impeccable, and Chef Mellanee checked to ensure our thoughts about each dish, were of genuine satisfaction. After our meal, and offering our final decisions, Chef Mellanee brought out a card game for us to play! It was a sweet game, made to enhance connection between a couple. We loved it! On the day of the wedding, upon entering the venue, I was told by my wedding planner to check a bag that had been left in my changing room. There, I found a white box, embossed with The Fork Goes on the Left emblem. Inside sat a few wonderful items, and a thoughtful, sweet note, that I keep in mind each day. From the time of service to the end of the night, everyone raved about the food, and service, rendered by Chef Mellanee, and her A+ Team. The food was well seasoned, and delightfully satisfying, speaking to our guests' Caribbean background, and elevated tastes. Chef Mellanee's team were the epitome of polished professionalism, courtesy, and joy! What also caught my eye, was how well Chef Mellanee's Team had her back. Before my husband, and I, were to take a picture with Chef Mellanee, the same lady on her Team, stopped to fix Chef's collar, to ensure she looked her best - I LOVED that! It spoke to everything we saw that evening, that contributed in so many ways, to their supreme level of service. Great trust, comradery, and respect worked within their Team dynamic. If any Bride is considering catering services, please, look no further than The Fork Goes on the Left. The level of care, and pampered service you, and your guests, will experience, will undoubtedly make your event, a day or night, to remember. As I said at the beginning of my review, Chef Mellanee and her Team, are excellence, personified, and, even more than that, they are genuine people, who care about each other, and their client. For an elevated, white-glove experience, look no further, and book, The Fork Goes on the Left.

The experience Chef RoyalTee provided for surprise birthday for two people left me speechless…read morehonestly. She & her partner Chef Gio really swept me off my feet. The decorations & ambiance was superb! They prepared a seafood delight right in the comfort of my home. I didn't have to lift a finger (talk about royalty lol) Starters Colossal Coconut Shrimp w/ Apricot Chili Sauce - Classic Crack Mac Cups Entree: - Snow Crab Legs - Lemon Pepper Jumbo Shrimp - Fried Whiting - Garlic Mash - Green Vegetable Medley Dessert: - Apple Crumble A la Mode The food ? ... Delightful, scrumptious, fresh & flavorful. I had leftovers for 2 days ! They are truly talented!!! One of the Best experiences of my life.... unmatched! Such a unique, well planned night! I seriously cannot believe what I experienced yesterday, worth everyyyy cent! They guys came as strangers, professional expertise chefs, did ya thing & left. Looking forward to book again in the future

Holiday weekend and we are on quarantine. This mom enjoys cooking but working in so many facets is…read moreexhausting. My work day ended at 3:30 and the delivery was before 6 PM and it was still hot. I ordered The Royal Boil, and my family was delighted. They ate and they ate, all I heard was bites and chews. The lobster, shrimp, crab legs, potatoes and corn on the cob were the bees knees. I will order again.

Abigail is exactly the caterer/right hand you want to have in your corner if you're hosting an…read moreevent big or small. She was patient, understanding and had wonderful ideas about making my brunch a success. From the helpful thoughts on the menu to design and setup to the delicious food and warm service on the day of the event - everything went as planned and turned out even better than I expected. She helped me host a beautiful brunch (that included an omelet bar, delicious french toast and a host of other dishes) in my home for more than 20 people, provided service and setup/cleanup. Everyone had an amazing time and thought she and her staff were terrific. I am already speaking with Abigail about my next event (a dinner party!). I wholeheartedly recommend Kind Table for any catering event!

Abigail and her team put together an incredible array of passed appetizers for our fundraiser last…read moreweek. New York Deaf Theatre is a non-profit that was celebrating their 35 year anniversary and I, as part of the fundraising committee, wanted to put together something classy, yet affordable, for the guests in attendance. From the beginning, Abigail was open and flexible in the planning. We devised a Plan A option of three hand passed appetizers and a Plan B option with two appetizers and a stationary table of fruits, veggies, dips and breads. As the event got closer to "opening night", Abigail was willing to work with the head count and budget to assess which plan we could put into effect. This is so rare in a caterer. Usually once something is down on paper there is no room for adjustment; however, in our case it was truly hard to predict how many people would be able to attend the event. Kind Table found a way to fit with us, not the other way around. What an asset! What a relief! Furthermore, the food itself was truly delicious and filling. We wanted to provide the guests with something interesting and flavorful but that also left them feeling satisfied. Kind Table delivered on every aspect of that. I just loved the olive tapenade! Everything had an air of sophistication with food pairings, and yet did not feel snobby or too upper crust. Additionally, Abigail was willing to adjust one of the appetizer options to literally cater to a guest with severe dietary needs. She provided the same filling and flavorful options to this guest while working within her strict dietary guidelines. A huge, huge Thank YOU for this. On top of everything Abigail and her team at Kind Table provided New York Deaf Theatre, they even threw in a complimentary melon tray that was just stunningly plated. Really unique. I recommend you look into Kind Table for your next event, and know that Abigail is making exactly what she describes and is pictured on the site. Everything is honest, accurate and delicious.

Marquet Catering provided Hors d'oeuvres and libation services for my party consisting of 60…read moreadults. The food was incredible and bar service top notch. Anna managed a team of 6 or 7 members. The party went very smoothly. Guests were impressed with Anna with many asking for her contact info. I strongly recommend Marquet.

Anna & team were: professional, adaptable (we had lots of dietary needs and needs in general for…read moreour event), responsive, warm, detail oriented, etc. But the best thing is that the food was DELICIOUS!!!! Someone made a point to tell me lunch yesterday was the best meal he's had in a long time. We would hire them again over and over. Thank you for making our event special and our tummies happy!!!