We have nothing against conventional catering. It’s just not what we do. As top-tier NYC culinary veterans with extensive experience in event catering, we believe our clients deserve a taste of something new and unpredictable, an experience that leverages the best food with never-before-seen presentation. So we created Pinch Food Design, a bold new brand of catering powered by a state-of-the-art kitchen and design workshop devoted solely to the creation of one-of-a-kind “food furniture.” Our intention? To impress, entertain and inspire with food as delicious as it is daring, and design as inviting as it is innovative.
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545 W 27th St
New York, New York 10001, US
545 W 27TH ST
New York, New York 10001, US
New York, US
Its officially November and holiday vibes are kicking in, and we’ve got dinner party food + decor on the brain 🎀✨ Looking back at some past events, we’re obsessing over these holiday moments - think pink, bows, and a dash of cherry on top 🍒💕 Hope this inspires you to start planning your holiday tables - we are definitely brining back all things pink 💗🌷🍬
At Pinch, we’re all about creating unforgettable moments that spark surprise! Last week, we brought the WOW for OMEGA SA with our coconut rum martini fountain, a crowd-stopping experience that kept the martinis flowing and guests glowing. Cheers to crafting the unexpected! 🍸✨
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗨𝗽 𝗮 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗪𝗮𝘆! Hello, fellow Pincher! Welcome to the first issue of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘩 𝘋𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵 – your go-to newsletter for fresh takes on food, design, and zesty ideas curated by the Pinch team. With the holiday dinner season upon us, we’re here to help you spice up your table decor with three Pinch tricks. Let’s make this season one to remember! 𝟭. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀 🧀 Candle-lit tables create the perfect vibe, but have you ever thought about using food as the holder? Picture this: Swiss cheese, lotus roots, or even a bagel holding your candles. It’s fun, it’s already in your pantry, and it adds an extra layer of seasonal poetry to your table setting. 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽: We opted for natural beeswax candles to keep our food chemical-free and safe, have a longer burn time, and keep the aroma neutral. 𝟮. 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘂-𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 🍄 Forget boring place cards – it’s time to Pinch things up! There’s something special about seeing your name at the table, so for our playful twist, we suggest surprising your guests by using ingredients from the meal as place card holders. It gives them a little sneak peek of what’s cooking! Plus, it allows everyone to appreciate the beauty of fresh ingredients before they’re transformed into a delicious dish. For our dinner, we featured a fall mushroom risotto and used a few fresh mushrooms as place card holders. They were absolutely gorgeous! 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽: Head to your local farmers market, they have the freshest + most special place card holders you can find. 𝟯. 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗮𝘁 🥬 We all love flowers, but for fall, let’s shake things up with some edible décor! We hit up our local farmers market and scored some fall-colored gems. Imagine these vibrant crudités styled to entice, all paired with flavorful dips - think creamy hummus or herb-infused olive oils. Tasty + beautiful? Oh yes, we’re all in! 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽: To help build our edible bouquet we used a Japanese kenzan flower holder. 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁 🌶️🌽🥕🍋 These are just a few ideas to spark your Pinch-spiration table designs. Snap some photos and send them our way, we’re excited to see how you let your imagination run wild! 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽: We went retro with film cameras to capture the magic of our dinner party. We suggest you pass one around, and let your guests get in on the fun. Send the developed photos as an invitation to your next party.
We believe that presentation is just as important as flavor, and these homemade corn tacos are a perfect example of how food + design come together to create an unforgettable experience. 🌮✨ For this event we served three different flavors of taquitos: 🥑Chicken with tomatillo salsa + guacamole 🥑Strip steak with salsa roja + guacamole 🥑Roasted mushrooms with tomatillo salsa + guacamole #FoodDesign #CateringNYC #PinchFoodDesign #CornTacos
✨ Pinch us, we’re in Vogue! ✨ The Pinch Food Design team had the pleasure of chatting with Vogue about all things weddings, food, and catering! From cocktail hour snacks to late-night mountains of French fries, we shared some of our favorite tips for making sure guests are never far from a bite. Our Creative Director, Marjorie Artieres, highlights, "Starting at cocktail hour... you want your guests to access food at any time." Meanwhile, our Chief Sales Officer, Carly Katz-Hackman, reminds us that "any off-premise caterer can build out a kitchen wherever there's space and light!" 🍸🥨🧀 Check out the full article here:
It’s officially soup season, and we’re thrilled to add two new soups to our menu! First up, a twist on the classic tomato soup with grilled cheese - comfort food elevated. Plus, a cozy butternut squash soup topped with a parmesan crisp! 🍅 To celebrate, we’re sharing how easy it is to make Parmesan crisps at home! 🧀 Here’s how to make these crunchy delights: You’ll need: 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan 🧀 Silicone or parchment paper Baking sheet Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1 tbsp of Parmesan on your lined baking sheet and press down. Repeat, spacing each about 1/2 inch apart. Bake for 3-5 minutes, until golden and crispy. 🧀✨ Let cool & enjoy with your soup! 🍲 Who else is excited for soup season? 🍁 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #FoodAndDesign #GoodSoup
Let's kick off Climate Week NYC the Pinch way! 🌎 Did you know that at Pinch Food Design, we’re committed to sustainability in both our food experiences and design? For some of our most iconic trays and pop-ups we use a material made from 100% recycled and recyclable plastic, specifically refrigerators and single-use plastic cutlery! ♻️ We’re excited to share behind-the-scenes shots of our creative director Marjorie Artieres design process. By choosing sustainable materials, we’re not just creating stunning design elements – We’re also helping combat plastic pollution and push the boundaries of sustainable design. Let’s change the narrative, one piece at a time. 💡✨ #SustainableDesign #ClimateWeekNYC #RecycledPlastic #RecyclablePlastic #ClimateWeekNYC2024 #SustainableMaterials
While we want Pinch to be your first call to cater every one of your Summer events, we know that sometimes, you just want to gather a few friends and host something more casual. But if you know Pinch, you know that casual doesn’t have to mean boring. Say goodbye to your solo cup summer, and hello to a Pinch-inspired bar-scape that will WOW your nearest and dearest! Follow the map and links below to elevate your entertaining game. 1. Bucket and scoop for drink ice 2. Tub to keep your bottles and cans cold 3. Carafe for a pre-batched cocktail… large affair? We love this one! 4. Bowl for garnishes – Fun and funky is the name of the game when it comes to 5. garnish! Be adventurous! 6. Rocks glasses and reusable glass straws 7. Environmentally friendly cocktail napkins 8. A pop of décor: flowers, fruit, or a cool piece from your house are all great options! 9. A cool bottle opener or bottle stoppers, to keep your guests talking 10. Need a cocktail recipe? Try one of our Pinch Summer favorite! (recipe following this post)
Our very own, Carly Katz-Hackman talks with Financial Times about the evolution of buffet-style dining and how traditional buffets have been reimagined and refined into a more upscale and interactive experience! 💛 "The benefit of these out-of-chair experiences – especially at weddings where two families are coming together and strangers meet for the first time – is they help break the ice. “You can look over that food station, lock eyes with someone you’ve never met and have something to talk about,” says Katz-Hackman. https://lnkd.in/ewGU3nw7