Business Details
Premier Catering & Event Planning in Chappaqua, NY
As New York's premiere boutique caterer, Susan Lawrence has consistently delivered exceptional culinary experiences for over three decades. Our expertise in event planning and party design is rooted in an unwavering commitment to detail, creating personalized celebrations that reflect each client's unique vision. Through meticulous attention to food presentation and design aesthetics, we provide a seamless blend of sophistication and hospitality. Our team combines creative culinary artistry with practical event execution, ensuring every gatheringfrom intimate dinners to large-scale celebrationsachieves perfection. Drawing inspiration from global culinary traditions while maintaining local authenticity, we continually innovate our offerings to exceed modern event expectations.With a focus on quality ingredients and imaginative flavor combinations, our menus cater to diverse palates while maintaining culinary excellence. Our reputation for transforming routine gatherings into memorable experiences has established us as a trusted partner in the catering industry. Through decades of experience, we've developed a deep understanding of event dynamics and guest engagement. Our seasonal menus and holiday specialties demonstrate our ability to adapt while maintaining consistent quality. From initial consultation to final execution, we prioritize client satisfaction through transparent communication and reliable service delivery.
Services
Event Catering
Wedding Planning
Gourmet Food Market
Cooking Classes
Specialty Cakes
Highlights and features
- Three decades of specialized event catering experience
- Our team combines sophisticated culinary artistry with practical event execution
- We offer personalized menu design and custom event solutions
- Proven track record with weddings and corporate events
- We maintain consistent quality across seasonal and holiday specialties
Services
Event Catering
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for private and corporate events. Our experienced team creates custom menus featuring gourmet dishes made from premium ingredients. With expertise in food presentation and event design, we transform any space into an exceptional dining experience while managing all logistical details for stress-free events.
Wedding Planning
We specialize in creating memorable wedding celebrations with complete planning and execution. Our services include venue selection, decorative design, menu customization, and vendor coordination. With attention to detail and creative expertise, we bring couples' visions to life while ensuring smooth operations on their special day.
Gourmet Food Market
Our retail store offers specialty prepared foods and baked goods for everyday enjoyment and special occasions. From daily menu items to holiday specialties, we prepare fresh, high-quality dishes using carefully sourced ingredients. The market provides convenient take-home meal solutions for individuals and small gatherings.
Cooking Classes
We offer hands-on cooking classes that share professional culinary techniques and international recipes. Participants learn to create gourmet dishes using quality ingredients while gaining practical kitchen skills. Our classes focus on making sophisticated cooking accessible and enjoyable for home cooks of all skill levels.
Specialty Cakes
Our bakery creates custom-designed cakes for weddings, holidays, and special occasions. We offer traditional favorites alongside unique flavor combinations and decorative designs. Each cake is crafted with attention to detail, using premium ingredients to ensure both visual appeal and exceptional taste.
People
Susan Lawrence
Founder & Lead Caterer
With over 30 years of experience in the catering industry, Susan Lawrence has established herself as a premier event catering expert. Her passion for culinary excellence and event design drives the company's creative direction and service standards.
Questions
How far in advance should I book catering services?
We recommend booking at least three to six months in advance for optimal availability, especially for weekends and holiday seasons.
What services do you offer besides event catering?
We provide cooking classes, specialty baked goods, and gourmet market items in addition to our full-service catering and event planning offerings.
Do you serve areas beyond Chappaqua?
We serve Chappaqua, Westchester County, and New York City, with additional service areas available upon request for larger events.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
Yes, we offer customized menu options for dietary restrictions including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-specific preparations.
What types of events do you typically handle?
We specialize in weddings, corporate events, holiday parties, and private celebrations of all sizes with personalized service and gourmet cuisine.
Reviews (5)
L. B.
Jun 23, 2022
Report
What happened to the quality? I hadn't been to Susan Lawrence for about a year and stopped by yesterday while in the area. The $15 belly bomber cinnamon babka was inedible - a dense, cloying, mess of sugar and cinnamon, virtually devoid of cake. The $11 shrimp summer spring rolls need to be renamed "rice noodle rolls" since 90% of the filling was rice noodles, with very little shrimp and a few specks of carrot. I could barely choke it down. Terrible food at high prices, which appear to have increased by 30% over the past year. No thanks!
Zippy SevenFiftySeven
Feb 18, 2022
Report
Smallish store, with limited selections. Well known, but actually is overpriced. Basically, it's good to get gifts at, but not really a viable to shop for routine food needs. Has high degree of treats vs. lunch/dinners.
Kristen P.
Oct 22, 2021
Report
Inedible and overpriced. Got banged $60 for a plastic container of quinoa with roasted vegetables, only to have the quinoa have crunchy pieces of dirt in it. Couldn't finish my serving. Total rip-off.
Gwen B.
Aug 10, 2021
Report
Laura at Susan Lawrence is amazing! She truly saved the day. I wanted something really special as a favor for my daughter's post wedding bridal shower. Due to COVID we were unable to have her shower last year and we wanted to make it super special. Laura from Susan Lawrence helped me make this happen. They sell Harney and Sons and Laura ordered 24 of these tins, wrapped them beautifully and as an added touch they made cookies that looked just like my daughter's adorable poodle.
The favors were extra special and the cookies were delicious! Laura also really came through when the venue for the shower at the last minute told me they were unable to make the cake they promised for the shower. Laura asked the pastry chef, who was already overextended, if he could help and he went out of his way to make the most delicious and beautifully decorated cake with my daughter's favorite flower, hydrangeas, on the cake. They really helped make my daughter's shower an extra special event that my daughter said she would remember forever!
The favors were extra special and the cookies were delicious! Laura also really came through when the venue for the shower at the last minute told me they were unable to make the cake they promised for the shower. Laura asked the pastry chef, who was already overextended, if he could help and he went out of his way to make the most delicious and beautifully decorated cake with my daughter's favorite flower, hydrangeas, on the cake. They really helped make my daughter's shower an extra special event that my daughter said she would remember forever!
Alex D.
Jul 20, 2021
Report
Deceptive branding! I bought their Susan Lawrence chips thinking that they were made in house because of their packaging. When I opened the nice bag with the Susan Lawrence logo, low and behold there was a regular bag of chips inside. I wound up paying $7.95 for a bag of regular store chips. Don't fall for this bull.
