Catering
Tastyplates Catering and Event Planning at Blackstrap BBQ
47A Woodside Ave, Boston, MA
Tastyplates Catering and Event Planning at Blackstrap BBQ serves customers across Boston with comprehensive catering services.…
About The Catered Affair
The Catered Affair is a catering service located in Boston that supports organizers throughout the area. Based at 70 Ledgewood Pl, they work with clients planning events of various sizes and styles. With a focus on reliable service, they handle the culinary details so you can focus on the rest of your event.
The team is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, making it convenient to discuss your catering needs during standard business hours. You can reach them at +1 781-982-9333 to explore menu options and pricing for your upcoming occasion.
Learn more at http://www.thecateredaffair.com/ to see their full range of offerings and get started planning your event's menu.
Services offered
- Corporate lunch and dinner catering for business events and conferences
- Wedding reception full-service catering including ceremony cocktail hour and dinner
- Customized plated dinner service with choice of multiple entree options
- Buffet-style service for casual events and large gatherings
- Cocktail reception catering with passed hors d'oeuvres and stationary food stations
- Family-style service with shared platters and communal dining setup
- Breakfast and brunch catering for morning events and conferences
- Dessert and cake service including custom cake coordination and display
- Bar service and beverage management for events (beer, wine, and full liquor options)
- Professional wait staff, bartenders, and service crew for event execution
- Setup, decoration of dining areas, and complete breakdown/cleanup services
Planner's guide
Best For: Corporate events and business functions, wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners, milestone celebrations (anniversaries, birthdays), community gatherings and fundraisers
What planners usually like:
- One less major decision to manage—the catering vendor handles menu planning, food prep, and service logistics so you can focus on other event details
- Ability to customize menus based on guest count, dietary needs, and event theme rather than being locked into fixed packages
- Professional service staff who understand event flow and timing, reducing stress during the actual event execution
Things to clarify before booking:
- Confirm whether pricing includes staff (servers, bartenders, setup/breakdown) or if those are separate line items—this significantly impacts your total budget
- Ask about minimum guest counts for bookings and whether they accommodate smaller, intimate events or focus primarily on larger functions
- Verify what's included in their service: linens, plates/utensils, bar setup, equipment rental, cleanup, and any service fees or gratuity expectations
- Understand their cancellation and deposit policies, especially for weekend events or peak wedding season bookings
Common questions
Does The Catered Affair offer customized menus, or do they have set packages?
Most Boston catering services, including those like The Catered Affair, work with clients to customize menus based on event type, guest preferences, and dietary restrictions. Contact them directly at +1 781-982-9333 to discuss your specific needs, as menu flexibility is typically a key selling point for full-service caterers.
What's the typical minimum guest count for booking catering services in the Boston area?
Minimum guest counts vary widely among caterers. Some accommodate intimate gatherings of 25-30 people, while others focus on events of 75+ guests. The Catered Affair's team can clarify their minimums during your initial consultation—this directly affects both pricing and availability for smaller events.
How far from their Boston location will The Catered Affair travel for events?
Service area radius varies by caterer. Some Boston-based services cover the Greater Boston area (within 15-20 miles), while others limit themselves to specific neighborhoods. Ask about delivery/service fees for venues outside their primary coverage area, as travel distance can add significant costs.
Are bar services and beverages included, or is that an add-on?
Beverage service is typically separate from food catering at most vendors. Confirm whether The Catered Affair provides full bar service, beer/wine only, or if you need to source beverages independently. Liquor licensing and service staff for alcohol also affect final pricing.
What happens if my guest count changes close to the event date?
Most caterers require final headcount 1-2 weeks before your event, with adjustments allowed within that window. Ask about The Catered Affair's specific policy on guest count changes, overage charges, and whether you pay for minimum guaranteed numbers or actual attendance.
Can they accommodate multiple dietary restrictions and food allergies?
Reputable caterers maintain detailed systems for tracking allergies and dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, etc.). When contacting The Catered Affair, ask for their process on handling these requests and whether there are upcharges for specialized meal preparation.
Hours
- Monday
- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday
- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday
- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday
- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday
- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Contact
- 70 Ledgewood Pl, Boston, MA, USA
Get directions - +1 781-982-9333
- thecateredaffair.com
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