Business Details
Your Trusted Catering Partner for Weddings & Events
At Portsmouth Catering, we specialize in creating exceptional catering experiences tailored to your unique vision. Our full-service approach allows us to design custom menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, dietary preferences, cultural inspirations, and event themes, whether for intimate gatherings or large-scale weddings. We prioritize scratch-made cuisine using farm-to-table ingredients, with techniques like brining, curing, and smoking to elevate every dish. Our mobile catering capabilities bring our culinary expertise directly to your location, supported by state-of-the-art equipment for venues without kitchens.With decades of combined experience in culinary education and event planning, our team ensures every detail aligns with your expectations. We collaborate closely with clients to transform ideas into unforgettable culinary experiences, offering complimentary consultations to refine your vision. Our commitment to quality extends to partnerships with premier venues across New Hampshire, ensuring seamless execution for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Catering
Private Chef Services
Mobile Catering
Custom Menu Design
Event Planning
Seasonal Cuisine
Dietary Accommodations
Venue Partnerships
Catering Consultations
Highlights and features
- We create custom menus using scratch-made, farm-to-table ingredients
- Our mobile catering brings professional kitchen capabilities to any location
- Decades of culinary education and event planning expertise
- Complimentary consultations to refine your event vision
- Partnerships with premier venues across New Hampshire
What people say
Unforgettable culinary experiences
Fresh seasonal ingredients
Professional team
Creative menu options
Seamless event coordination
Services
Wedding Catering
We specialize in creating bespoke wedding menus that reflect couples' personal tastes and cultural traditions. Our farm-to-table approach ensures fresh, seasonal ingredients presented with artistic flair. From intimate backyard ceremonies to grand receptions at historic venues, our team handles all dietary requirements and event logistics.
Mobile Catering
Our mobile catering service brings professional-grade equipment to any location, including custom wood-fired grills and enclosed kitchen trailers. This allows us to prepare gourmet meals at remote venues while maintaining the same quality standards as our traditional catering services for events of all sizes.
Corporate Catering
We provide sophisticated catering solutions for corporate functions ranging from executive meetings to large-scale conferences. Our menus balance elegance with practicality, offering everything from plated dinners to interactive food stations that enhance professional networking environments while accommodating diverse dietary needs.
Custom Menu Design
Our culinary team collaborates with clients to develop personalized menus tailored to specific themes, seasons, and dietary preferences. We incorporate local ingredients and cultural influences while ensuring presentation complements event aesthetics, with options for both traditional and avant-garde dining experiences.
Venue Partnerships
We maintain relationships with premier venues across New Hampshire including historic estates, mountain retreats, and lakeside properties. These partnerships ensure seamless coordination for events, with access to specialized facilities and expertise in maximizing each location's unique features for memorable celebrations.
People
Perrin Long
Chef & Co-Owner
Professional chef with 25 years of culinary education experience, specializing in farm-to-table cuisine and event execution. Oversees menu development and kitchen operations while managing venue logistics.
Julie Maher-Long
Operations Manager
Accounting professional with extensive event planning expertise, handling client communications, contract management, and logistical coordination for weddings and large-scale events.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private parties, and special celebrations of all sizes. Our services include venue coordination, custom menu design, and on-site catering execution.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we create menus that accommodate all dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-specific requirements while maintaining culinary excellence.
Do you provide service outside New Hampshire?
We serve events throughout Northern New England including Massachusetts, Vermont, and Maine. Our mobile catering equipment allows us to operate at various locations within this region.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance for weddings and large events. Smaller events may be arranged with shorter notice depending on availability.
What is included in your catering packages?
Packages include menu development, ingredient sourcing, on-site preparation, service staff, and all necessary equipment. Custom options available for specific event requirements and budgets.
Do you offer tasting sessions?
Yes, we provide complimentary consultation tastings to discuss menu options and ensure your selections meet expectations before finalizing event details.
