East Coast Catering & Events

Crafting Coastal Cuisine with Heart, Soul, and So

Saint Augustine, FL

Florida

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Jonathan

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AWARD WINNER (3X)

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With over two decades of culinary experience, Executive Chef Jonathan Austin brings passion, precision, and purpose to every plate. As the founder of East Coast Catering & Events, Jonathan specializes in creating unforgettable dining experiences rooted in fresh, local ingredients, Southern flavor, and coastal flair. Raised on the vibrant traditions of Americana cooking and trained in both fine dining and high-volume kitchens, Jonathan blends classic techniques with a creative, modern edge. Every menu is carefully curated, designed to reflect the season, the setting, and the unique story behind each event. From elegant weddings to intimate dinners and high-profile corporate gatherings, East Coast Catering & Events serves clients who crave authentic flavor, personalized service, and true culinary craftsmanship. Jonathan’s mission is simple: to nourish people’s hearts through exceptional food and heartfelt hospitality. “For me, food isn’t just about feeding people—it’s about connecting them. Every dish tells a story, and I want each client to feel like their story is worth celebrating"

10+ years in business

Small team (2-10 members)

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American

BBQ

Cajun

Chinese

Eastern European

French

Fusion

Greek

Hawaiian

Indian

Italian

Japanese

Korean

Latin American

Mexican

Middle Eastern

Northeastern

Seafood

Southern

Southwestern

Specialty

Thai

Dietary Options

Dairy Free

Gluten Free

Kosher

Nut Free

Organic

Sugar Free

Vegan

Vegetarian

Food & Catering

Buffet

Catering Clean Up

Catering Delivery & Setup

Chef Stations

Family Style

Food Trucks

Menu Tastings

Passed Appetizers

Seated Meal

Servers

Awards and Affiliations

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Jonathan

Owner

Executive Chef & Owner, East Coast Catering & Events With over two decades of culinary experience, Executive Chef Jonathan Austin brings passion, precision, and purpose to every plate. As the founder of East Coast Catering & Events, Jonathan specializes in creating unforgettable dining experiences rooted in fresh, local ingredients, Southern flavor, and coastal flair. Raised on the vibrant traditions of Southern cooking and trained in both fine dining and high-volume kitchens, Jonathan blends classic techniques with a creative, modern edge. Every menu is carefully curated, designed to reflect the season, the setting, and the unique story behind each event. From elegant weddings to intimate dinners and high-profile corporate gatherings, East Coast Catering & Events serves clients who crave authentic flavor, personalized service, and true culinary craftsmanship. Jonathan’s mission is simple: to nourish people’s hearts through exceptional food and heartfelt hospitality. “For me, food isn’t just about feeding people—it’s about connecting them. Every dish tells a story, and I want each client to feel like their story is worth celebrating. Ask ChatGPT You said: Help me write a headline based on this bio ChatGPT said: Absolutely! Here are a few headline options that reflect your bio's tone—professional, warm, and a bit inspirational: 🔹 Refined & Inspirational "Crafting Coastal Cuisine with Heart, Soul, and Southern Flavor" 🔹 Professional & Personal "Chef Jonathan Austin | Curated Coastal Catering Rooted in Southern Tradition" 🔹 Short & Memorable "Where Southern Hospitality Meets Culinary Artistry" 🔹 Elevated & Story-Driven "Telling Stories Through Fresh, Local, and Inspired Coastal Cuisine" Would you like one that emphasizes weddings, private events, or another niche? I can tailor the headline further based on your audience.

4.9

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41 reviews

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East Coast Catering & Events received glowing reviews for their exceptional food and service for weddings. Reviewers praised Chef Jonathan's professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail, highlighting the delicious dishes, such as the pork chop, mac and cheese, and desserts, which impressed guests. The staff's organization, efficiency, and thoughtful touches were highlighted, with guests appreciating the seamless execution of events. Moreover, the personalized service, flexibility, and responsiveness of the team, especially Jonathan, made each experience memorable, earning high recommendations and showcasing the company as a top choice for weddings.

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John C

12/31/2025

We loved working with East Coast Catering! Jonathan was organized, professional, and a pleasure to collaborate with throughout the planning process. The tasting event was so much f...

un, and choosing our wedding menu was a highlight of the experience. Our guests raved about the food. Everything was delicious! Our main dishes were cooked perfectly and had great portion sizes (everyone who ordered our favorite dish, the pork chop, was talking about how juicy it was!). Guests especially loved the dessert station and the late-night pretzel bar. The bartenders made amazing drinks, and everything ran very smoothly on the day of the wedding. We also really appreciated the thoughtful touch of having a small plate of appetizers set aside in our loft and even at our head table, it made us feel special and well taken care of. It was also nice to be able to share leftover desserts that had been wrapped up the next morning at our Sunday brunch. Overall, we couldn’t be happier with East Coast Catering and would absolutely book them again and highly recommend them to other couples!

Amber B

12/31/2025

The appetizers were delightful and everyone enjoyed. Particularly the mac and cheese, eggrolls, steak, and Asian noodle boxes. Thank you so much Chef Jonathan.

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Jennifer A

12/28/2025

We hired East Coast Catering & Events for our wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with the entire experience! From the very first conversation, their team was professional, attenti...

ve, and truly committed to bringing our vision to life. They took the time to understand our preferences, offered thoughtful suggestions, and created a customized menu that our guests are still raving about! The food was absolutely incredible — beautifully presented, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Every dish, from the hor dourves to the main dishes, was a hit. You could tell everything was made with care and top-quality ingredients. Beyond the food, the service was exceptional. The staff was friendly, organized, and made sure everything ran smoothly. They handled every detail with such grace and professionalism, which really helped us relax and enjoy our big day. If you're looking for a catering company that delivers both amazing food and top-notch service, we wholeheartedly recommend Chef Jonathan & East Coast Catering & Events. They helped make our wedding truly unforgettable!

David M

12/28/2025

Delicious American cuisine! Chefs arrived on time and served appetizers, main course, and desserts!! They were very efficient and professional. Food was exquisite and tasty which t...

he guests enjoyed. Thank you for making my wedding so special, it added the WOW! factor to a special occasion. Everything went smoothly from planning stage to delivery. They catered to all my needs and delivered as promised! Highly recommend them for your next event!

Zach C

8/18/2025

Working with Jonathan was an absolute pleasure. From the very beginning, he was kind, thoughtful, and incredibly attentive. You can tell he truly cares, not just about the food, bu...

t about helping create a beautiful experience. He listened closely, asked all the right questions, and made sure every detail was just right. His warmth, professionalism, and genuine desire to make it special really stood out. The variety and creativity in his menu made it nearly impossible to choose... in the best way possible. We will definitively hire him again

Teddy A

7/13/2025

Jonathan and his team did a wonderful job with our wedding! When looking for a caterer, we had a hard time finding a caterer in or around Pomona Park with availability, reasonable ...

prices, and that was easy to work with. Jonathan and his team at East Coast Catering & Events were incredibly responsive and easy to work with. I sent over the ideas I liked on his website, and he helped me build a fun menu in a few emails back and forth. On the day of, the food and service were both excellent: stations were set up to plan, plenty of staff was there to oversee everything, his team stayed and picked up all tables. Every guest I spoke with during and after the reception said "y'all's food was really amazing!" I even had a friend ask how Jonathan makes his veggies as she liked them so much. I highly recommend anyone in the Putnam country having an event to look into using East Coast Catering & Events!

Sydney B

5/29/2025

We used East Coast Catering & Events The food was incredible, our guests are still talking about how good everything was. Since our wedding was in a Flordia, a Southern menu was a...

must for our wedding, fried chicken was such a hit. The bar was also a huge hit and the whole experience really captured that fun, laid-back Coastal vibe we were going for. Beyond the food, working with the East Coast Catering team (especially Chef Jonatahn!) was such a great experience. Jonathan was super responsive, easy to work with, and really helped us get to a proposal that worked within our budget without feeling like we had to give anything up. On wedding day, everything went off without a hitch — food and drinks were flowing and we felt totally taken care of. Would 100% recommend East Coast Catering & Events for any event…delicious food, awesome team, and all-around good vibes!

Katie S

12/18/2024

Hiring East Coast Catering & Events for our wedding was such an incredible decision! Chef Jonathan and the team were so kind and professional. Our guests had only wonderful things ...

to say about the DELICIOUS food. When it rained during our cocktail hour, Jonathan and his team were flexible and professional- they worked quickly to make sure our guests were happy and that the party could continue. We are so grateful to Chef Jonathan and his team! Highly recommend!

Jill C

7/11/2024

East Coast Catering & Events (food truck) was AMAZING. Not only was the price so budget- friendly, but the food was delicious. My guests were raving all night over the delicious ta...

cos, sides, and churros. For our tasting, the chef came over and personally chatted with us, and I really appreciated the personal touch. The whole process could not have been more easy or professional. Hire East Coast Catering & Events to cater your wedding, you will not regret it!!

Response from East Coast Catering & Events on 07/11/2024

Jill, it was our pleasure. We so enjoyed sharing our new truck with you and your guests. W...

e love that you and your guests truly enjoyed our signature tacos!

David R

7/02/2024

East Coast Catering & Events - they are the BEST! From the moment you inquire about a date or event, John responds so quickly and is so helpful giving you all the information you n...

eed so you can secure the best service for your event. Regarding their food quality, we have been nothing but impressed with John's delicious and extensive menu. If I were to get married again, I would inquire to no other catering company - even if that meant changing my date, the food is worth it. After a wedding, our guest always mention how wonderful the food and also tell us how even their guests were raving about the food! East Coast Catering & Events provides a beautiful spread and their staff polishes the experience with high end service, elevating your event. From passed appetizers, seated & buffet dinners, to desserts - their company has been nothing but impressive. In this economy, we all want to maximize every dollar we spend. I would book them for any special event or wedding, you will not be disappointed; their food and service are absolutely worth every cent!

Paige H

5/01/2024

Our guests raved about the food at our wedding! We had their honey lime salmon, Kona lamb chops, and they even assembled a fantastic option for our guests with several allergies. I...

would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for 100% satisfaction from their guests!

Noah J

2/13/2024

We loved working with East Coast Catering & Events. They had a large variety of options as far as services and as far as menu items. Their service at the wedding was excellent and ...

professional. They included cutting and serving of our cake, which was very helpful. They also provided table settings for our wedding, including linens. Overall, a great experience! Would highly recommend.

Amanda C

1/26/2024

East Cost Catering & Events website caught our attention when seeking out a caterer for our event. Easy to navigate and featuring many meal options we reached out to Jonathan for m...

ore information . Jonathan was very informative explaining appetizers, meal options and helping us choose what would work best for our event - right down to the linens and dinnerware available. He offered a private tasting event which featured several delicious entrees and appetizers to sample- making it hard to choose favorites. He was always quick to get back to us and was very easy to work with when wanting to make adjustments or changes. Very professional and great experience! Thanks Jonathan

Jill S

1/14/2024

Best wedding food ever!! We had a great time at our tasting (and even got to bring a couple of friends) and the process working with East Coast Catering & Events was so smooth thro...

ughout. We had multiple changes to our menu due to budgeting and John handled everything in an efficient and helpful manner. Our guests loved the food and we did too. Thanks again!

Jackson B

1/09/2024

Catering with exceptional service. Food from the Farm Fresh menu was in season and spot on. We loved working with East Coast Catering & Events. The entire team was amazing. We high...

ly recommend them.

Chloe M

1/07/2024

We booked a tasting with Jonathan & he was so pleasant to work with. He was kind, informative, and his food tasted great!

David S

12/27/2023

East Coast Catering & Events was spectacular. The chef's helped us with our custom menu & dietary needs. Your team was great before, during and after the event. Thank you

Zack H

11/28/2023

What an amazing experience. Chef Jonathan & his team are undoubtedly the best catering team in North Central Florida. The mini lobster rolls & crab cakes are divine. East Coast Cat...

ering & Events is a must hire.

Tess M

11/24/2023

Love Them! My family has used East Coast Catering & Events for multiple events. The food is always amazing and the staff is super friendly.

Kayla T

9/25/2023

So Amazing! The team from East Coast Catering & Events are simply the best! They met & exceeded all of our expectations. Their attention to detail was superb. The compliments about...

their food just kept coming all night long. I would say its the best meal we have had in a year!

Jasmine K

7/20/2023

East Coast Catering & Events superb service and deliciously fresh food. Made my event spectacular. All of my friends & family just raved about the entire event. Spectacular!

Kendall H

7/09/2023

John's team hit every mark! The food was amazing, fresh & local. The staff went over the top for our event. Interacting with the guests the entire time. East Coast Catering & Event...

s is a must hire for your event!

Lynn T

2/22/2023

Our exceptional experience. Jon and his team made our day perfect! The food & staff were amazing, The staff was supper attentive & professional. The pulled pork & corn casserole we...

re spectacular. Loved every bite!

Eliana R

11/01/2022

We had Jonathan and his team do both our rehearsal dinner and wedding. Everyone raves about the food and we did too! Bacon wrapped chicken, Mac and cheese and pulled pork was the b...

est dishes! He was great to work with and cannot say enough good things!

James H

5/03/2022

After my fiancee moved to Nashville we knew it was time to Tie The Knot. Nashville Events & Catering was absolutely amazing. Jonathan helped us from start to finish with our event....

The food at the tasting & wedding reception were fresh and spectacular. As one of our first impressions of local Nashville are businesses. Nashville Events & Catering has set the bar high for other Nashville businesses. We highly recommend Jonathan and his services. So amazing!

Jenna H

11/01/2021

We had a great experience with Nashville Events & Catering from beginning to end. From the start, Jonathan was always quick to communicate! He met us halfway in Huntsville for our ...

tasting, and helped us to really personalize our wedding food (my husband and I went to Germany a couple years ago, so we wanted to do bratwurst and soft pretzels for our apps). Jonathan and his team made it happen! Their food is truly delicious (especially the smoked meatloaf), and the team is amazing. We knew we wanted to do some fall-inspired signature drinks, and the bartenders gave us a list of ideas to think about. The drinks ended up being a hit with our guests - Most of all, the bartenders had a smile on their faces whenever I saw them, they gave me a margarita shot before the ceremony, and one even helped our planner hold open the doors before I walked down the aisle with my dad. If you want a team that has amazing food & is equally as excited about being a part of your day, Nashville Events & Catering is the team for you!

Jenny D

10/24/2021

Nashville Events and Catering was amazing! We lost contact with our original caterer 6 days before our wedding. Jonathan and his team jumped right in with very little notice and ma...

de our big day the very best! I cannot say enough great things about Nashville Events and Catering. Jonathan was extremely easy to work with, very responsive, and excellent at communicating. Our food was phenomenal, the display look amazing, and the staff was so great! We received so many compliments on the food and set up. I highly recommend Nashville Events and Catering!

Rachel W

9/12/2021

I contacted Nashville events and catering a couple weeks before my rehearsal dinner after my other caterer ghosted me. I found them on Instagram and we were so impressed with their...

menu and had to reach out. I couldn’t have been more happy with my decision to hire them, they arrived on time, blew my expectations and the food was absolutely delicious and everyone was raving about it. I would 10/10 recommend using them for any type of event. I can’t wait until I have an excuse to use them again!

Noam K

8/04/2021

Everything about the process was so smooth with Jonathan. We picked our menu, got to sample the food, and made our final decisions within a few days. He was super flexible with cha...

nges in guest count and with dietary restrictions. All of the food, from appetizers to entrees, was delicious. Highly recommend the steak chimichurri, our guests were blown away!

Carly P

7/14/2021

We hired Jonathan with Nashville Events & Catering for our wedding at The Cordelle and were incredibly disappointed in him as a caterer. Everything that could have possibly gone wr...

ong did; largely due to the fact that he had double booked himself on our wedding day. The truck broke down on the way to our venue and his staff was over an hour and half late to the wedding. Jonathan chose to oversee operations at the other event, not ours. We didn't have appetizers for the cocktail hour and guests went hungry until the very late dinner. His staff was incredibly unprofessional and we heard reports of the staff being rude to multiple guests and vendors. The food was served cold and our guests complained that the portion size was too small. Guests left hungry. Despite the plethora of failures on his part, Jonathan offered an insulting 10% refund. We would never recommend Nashville Events & Catering for your wedding day.

Response from East Coast Catering & Events on 07/15/2021

Dear Carly, thank you for sharing your feedback. We are extremely sorry your experience di...

d not match your expectations. This was a very uncommon instance with a wide array of issues that we attempted to handle the best we could in the moment. While the substitute deli trays we provided last minute were not what the planned appetizers, we do hope that the guests were able to enjoy some of them during the cocktail hour. We also sent the appetizers discussed for the bridal party and many of the guest with our back up team and the food, we hope you received them. We truly hope that none of our staff were rude, unprofessional to any of the guest or wedding party. We have spoken to all of the staff from that day and have scheduled group training classes with regards to service, professionalism and more. With regards to the food temperature, portion size and vendor meals. We are sorry the guest felt the food was cold and the portion sizes not adequate. We do know there were meals for the vendors they were just ask to wait so we could ensure all the guest received there meals in a timely manor. A broken down catering vehicle on the side of the road or the poorly executed event should not be the memory of one of the best days of your life. Nashville Events & Catering holds high standards for our selves, our staff and each event. Were truly sorry our services did not satisfy your expectations and vision. We invite you to continue your previous email conversation should you like to discuss any of the details of your event. Thank you again for your feedback about your poor experience with Nashville Events & Catering. We are extremely sorry about your bad experience. We'll strive to do better. Nashville Events & Catering Jonathan Austin events@nashvilleeventsandcatering.com 615-295-8596

Hannah K

4/12/2021

Jonathan was so easy to work with and the food was great! We did a Taco Bar and everyone loved it! His staff was professional and we loved that we didn’t have to worry about anythi...

ng the day of. We will definitely be making our way out to their Lynchburg storefront when they open! Could not recommend more! 💕

Response from East Coast Catering & Events on 04/13/2021

Hannah, thank you! It was our pleasure to be of service for your big day. We love the Whit...

e Dove Barn and cant wait to see you all in the shop! Congratulations again! Jonathan Austin

Brenda H

1/07/2021

Nashville Events & Catering did my son's rehearsal dinner December, 2020 in Lynchburg, TN. They were easy to work with, prices were so affordable, and the food was fabulous. The gr...

oomsmen raved over the meatloaf. I will use them again in the future and will recommend to anyone.

Response from East Coast Catering & Events on 01/07/2021

It was our pleasure to serve you all! We love Promise Manor and the meatloaf is always a h...

it, especially in the winter time. Thank you again for choosing Nashville Events & Catering

Marian W

9/30/2020

Nashville Events and Catering – Jonathan Austin: Jonathan and his team were awesome to work with. They loaded in so fast and quiet that I hardly knew they were there!! They worked ...

great with my coordinator and all I had to do was show up eat delicious food and enjoy friendly servers! We had Jonathan do a cocktail hour with passed apps (rave reviews for both the bourbon bacon stuffed mushrooms and chicken and waffles) and a buffet dinner service (highly recommend the rosemary chicken in pinot grigio sauce). Jonathan’s team also managed the bar service and did a wonderful job! The food was delicious and one of my bridesmaids even overheard one of the servers commenting on how much they loved working for Jonathan and that he is one of the best in Middle TN! Great food, great service! You will not be disappointed!

Response from East Coast Catering & Events on 09/30/2020

Marian, it was truly our pleasure to be a part of your big day. Thank you for the kind wor...

ds. Jonathan Austin

Kedran W

9/11/2020

The Nashville Events & Catering team is the best! Their hands-on approach, amazing food, can-do attitude made my son's wedding and rehearsal dinner stress free! The staff is terrif...

ic and delivers first class service with a smile.

Response from East Coast Catering & Events on 09/11/2020

Kedran, thank you so much for the splendid review of our food, service and staff. It was t...

ruly our pleasure to provide service to both of the events.

Jason S

3/24/2020

Chef Jonathan of Nashville Events & Catering was kind and understanding. I attended a wedding in Murfreesboro, TN at the beautiful Oaklands Mansion. My son has a severe allergy to ...

gluten and when it came time for the meal chef Jonathan took the time to speak with me personally and inform me on what my son was able to eat. He even made my son a special plate just for him to ensure that there was no contact with any gluten or gluten products. Above and beyond thank you chef Jonathan & Nashville Events & Catering.

Response from East Coast Catering & Events on 03/24/2020

Jason, it was truly my pleasure. The importance of allergies tends to be over looked at la...

rge events and Nashville Events & Catering makes it a priority from day one.

Summer J

3/20/2020

A dream came true with Nashville Events & Catering. Every moment of my event was picture perfect. The staff was extremely attentive and the food was fresh and amazing. The Seasonal...

ly inspired menus allowed me to share some of my favorite flavors with my guests. Chef Jonathan was absolutely amazing start to finish.

Gwynn P

11/06/2019

Look no further! Jonathan and his Team provided professional and efficient service at my daughter's wedding (Nov 2, 2019; Promise Manor, Lynchburg, TN.) Working with him in the pla...

nning process was painless. He offered unique, upscale menus that were very reasonably priced; very responsive to my questions and very flexible with changes. They arrived on-time, served according to the schedule. We had passed appetizers prior to the meal which were outstanding (stuffed mushrooms, sweet potato tarts, petite cheese pulled pork end biscuits). The buffet items were delicious and beautifully presented. We selected asiago chicken, beef shoulder roast, orange/cranberry pork tenderloin, harvest wild rice, brown butter green beans and roasted butternut squash/brussels sprouts/cranberry/pecan salad. They allowed ample time for everyone to be served; they were very efficient in their teardown and cleanup without imposing on the wedding party. I also rented the table flatware from him which was lovely. I would rate the overall experience with this Team as EXCEPTIONAL. EVERYONE RAVED ABOUT THE FOOD!

Abby A

2/10/2019

Chef Jonathan and the Nashville Events & Catering team where amazing. From the tasting on Jonathan's farm throughout the day of our big event. Tyler and I loved the personalized se...

rvice we received from Jonathan. Thank you so much for making our big day amazing!

Trevor P

8/14/2018

Jonathan and his team were absolutely incredible! From our tasting at his home to the amazing dishes he served at our wedding. Not only was his food insanely good and memorable, ...

his staff was awesome! As the Groom, the bartender never allowed me to have an empty drink or have to wait a second for anything. The entire experience with Jonathan and his team were exceptional. If you're looking for a professional, incredibly warm chef who creates delicious food and will go above and beyond for you... look no further than Jonathan and his team!

Katie C

11/15/2016

"Superb" is honestly an understatement for this company. From the moment they confirmed with me to the moment we said our goodbyes, Jonathan and his crew were excellent. As a Day-O...

f Coordinator, it's important to find vendors that I can trust to improvise and have the clients' best interest at heart. Without a doubt, that IS Jonathan and his crew. The food was incredible, and the service was much appreciated by everyone. They went above and beyond to help. I will definitely be using Nashville Events & Catering again, and I look forward it very much. Highly recommend!

Amy P

11/07/2016

I can't say enough wonderful things about Jonathan and his catering company. So poised, professional and brought my vision to life perfectly. I can't tell you how many caterers me ...

and my husband spoke to before Jonathan and none of them were willing to create a custom menu that made sense to our wedding. I am a HUGE foodie and Jonathan got that right away. His bartender was amazing - best decision we ever made. I am so happy none of the other caterers worked out because my guests did not stop raving about the food. He will always be my top choice for events.

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