Vinwood Caterers

ed ensure we had everything we ever wanted on our big day. 10/10 would recommend.

above the rest. Our first meeting with Gary was relaxed as we discussed options and he provided us with many words of advice as well as ideas! We never felt like he was trying to hit us with a sales pitch unlike other vendors we had spoken with. Based upon our interactions with Gary and the array of menu options, we decided to book a tasting and that sealed the deal! The food was amazing! Our next meeting included Barbara, who would be the event manager the day of the wedding. She was energetic, supportive and helped guide our decision making when it came to the menu and was never once overbearing. The day of the wedding was a dream come true! Barbara and the staff ran everything to perfection all the while relaxed and efficient. The staff was very attentive to our guests, even going so far as to remember their names. The appetizers were served hot, the salads crisp, and the meals quickly. EVERY guest at the wedding said the food was delicious and not "generic wedding food" to quote one person. Make the right choice and choose Vinwood!

anie who was sweet and very helpful and knowledgeable!

nning and she was with us every step of the way. She had great suggestions to help make sure our entire day went smoothly. She was incredibly knowledgeable about our venue and guided us in our decision making. On our wedding day, Irene and the entire Vinwood staff made me and my husband their number one priority. They had an appetizer station set up for us during our pictures and made sure we were fed all night and had drinks in our hands. They went above and beyond and I would recommend them over and over again!

shared so many helpful tips to ensure the day ran smoothly. Our guests raved about the food! Thank you to the entire Vinwood team for helping make our wedding day so special!

ty of never been in the way, but always being around when needed. I commend her and her staff for their hard work and poise. Vinwood's food and service were an integral part of our elegant winter wedding! They had an extensive menu and we were able to customize as needed. There are many options we did not choose to add on including a late night snack and mini desserts, but those options looked very good as well!

nted. The food was absolutely delicious, and service was great! The best part about choosing this caterer though, I have to say is Stephanie. She was our day of coordinator and she made our wedding day possible. Anything we needed, she provided. We didn't have to ask for a thing, as it seemed she was reading our minds! During the ceremony, she guided the bridal party, instructed everyone on exactly what to do. She helped my maid of honor bustle my dress (as it was extremely complicated). I had brought a pair of comfy shoes to change into during the reception and couldn't remember where I put them. She found them for me and delivered them to me, what a life saver! I could go on and on about how amazing she, and Vinwoods was, but I'll leave it at this : My wedding day wouldn't have gone so smoothly if it wasn't for them.

eyond (my husband and I both have food allergies) by ensuring that our meals were specially made and exactly what we wanted. Bottomline: Everything we ate was fantastic and the customer service could not have been better. We highly recommend Vinwood!

y and Barbara enough for everything they did and how helpful they both were!

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late stations and everything was so awesome. Guests are still raving to me about the Mediterranean Table we had at the cocktail hour and the clam chowder we had at dinner. The service was absolutely excellent, dinner was served on time, the food was amazing, and Kristen, the event manager, was awesome. I absolutely recommend Vinwood to any brides getting married in the Boston/Northshore area!

f this world and the waitress specifically assigned to my groom and I was so attentive! The steak and cheese egg rolls was my favorite appetizer, but everything was equally delicious. Even our gluten-free and vegetarian guests had plenty to choose from.

ng some serious food allergy requirements, to finding a vendor to make an ice bowl custom made for a shrimp cocktail station (at the demand of the high expectations of an italian dad - insert crying laughing emoji here), to creating the cutest hot cocoa station and passed apple cider with cinnamon sticks for our dream winter wedding. The food was delicious and everyone is still raving about the filet. Kristin runs a tight ship; she was there to walk us through every step of the way (from cutting cake to saying hellos), and always made sure my husband and I had everything we needed. She was so kind and attentive. I can't thank Vinwood enough for a smoothly run Turner Hill wedding. My step mom is gluten free and they were overly accommodating and thoughtful about providing her with options she could eat. Every single food station looked incredible. Only feedback I could give is that the tastings need to have more variety of food to try. At the tasting we went to, we didn't get to try a lot of the things on the menu. I feel like it was a big decision and a lot of faith we had to put in them to trust that we were making the right choices on the entrees. Also, a good chunk of my guests had no idea there was dessert/coffee/tea in another room at the reception; it would have been helpful for the servers to let the people at the tables and bars know about that so they could also enjoy- womp. Besides that, everything else was flawless.

assed apps for cocktail hour and a plated meal for 130. All of the food was delicious and the braised short ribs were to die for! All of the staff was professional and courteous. Stephanie was our event manager and she is amazing! She goes above and beyond to make sure everything is exactly as you want it and more, for the months of planning ahead of time and on the day of. She was even on her hands and knees scrubbing a mud stain off my dress in the middle of cocktail hour! I can't say it enough, she is amazing! I would recommend Vinwood for any event you have, you will not be disappointed!

re being taken. Food and service was great, everyone loved the food.

a menu to our liking and was able to work around certain dietary restrictions with ease. The staff on the day of was awesome and were incredibly generous to my wife and I. I appreciated that they brought food to us to our suite in between the ceremony and cocktail hour so we could get a chance to eat. As for the food, our guests loved the hor d'oeuvres! They were also able to customize the chicken entrée as well. I was blown away at how every element of menu tasted great and was handled with care. I get why they’re in high demand in the Gloucester area – the taste at the price you pay is worth it. I’d recommend them to anyone!

hing in between. Highly recommend working with Vinwood!

edible! She was easy to contact, very flexible and accommodating of all of our requests, and always made us feel taken care of and well informed about every detail. From a cost standpoint, Vinwood was the most affordable of the three choices offered at The Hellenic Center and clearly the best option in our opinion. We loved our food! Everything was delicious and well presented. There were plenty of options for our guests with dietary concerns and lots of interesting choices for both the entrees and appetizers. We definitely recommend the short ribs!! We also took advantage of the late night snack options and had a hot pretzel cart at the end of the night which our guests loved. Our venue required us to use their bar services, but Vinwood can provide it at other venues and I would guess that it would be just as good as their food service. Our team was incredibly efficient at serving a huge plated dinner in a relatively smaller space, very professional, and everything was presented beautifully. Most importantly, it was all really good! We also appreciated the included seasonal beverage station during cocktail hour. One thing to note is that Vinwood does not include tastings as part of the contract and they are not private. At the time we were planning, it cost $40/person to attend and was held on one of two weeknight dates in a group setting. It was definitely inconvenient since we were planning our wedding from out of state and wanted to taste the food before finalizing our menu; however, I understand that this model helps keep their costs down which was really important with our huge number of guests. I was able to bring 3 additional people to the tasting and really enjoyed it. We are so thankful Ashley and her team! My only regret is that I didn’t have time to eat any of the appetizers during cocktail hour!

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an for our wedding. Their staff day-of was excellent- so professional and kind to our guests, and fast and efficient in their service. The food was absolutely delicious. We received so many compliments from our guests and enjoyed everything so much ourselves. I highly recommend Vinwood for excellent service, delicious food, and a great price point.

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ice regarding food and drink (a real dilemma for foodies). Luckily for us, Vinwood does an amazing job and we knew from the first bite that we were in great hands. Throughout the whole process, the team they have did a great job reviewing our options and giving recommendations when asked. When we attended a tasting event about 6 months prior to our wedding, we had a chance to sample a variety of their delicious choices and really make some great decisions on what we wanted. On the day-of, their team were amazing and really made everything work without a hitch. If you're looking for great service and amazing food, this is definitely the team you want.

ff at Vinwood. They were excelled and extremely good at what they do for everyone I worked with them for. I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to cater our wedding. The food was absolutely delicious people are still raving about the beef and chicken from our wedding! Thank you to the staff you guys are truly amazing and the staff was so friendly and made sure we had everything we needed and wanted on our wedding day! They cared just as much as the event coordinator that our day was perfect!

helpful with accommodating guests allergies. The waitstaff was extremely professional & friendly, one even helped me fan out my train before I walked down the aisle! The food was unbelievable. We had food stations (pasta station, chicken piccata and short ribs) and our guests have not stopped talking about how amazing it was. They did not disappoint! I was also impressed by the presentation and their stations decor, with the lanterns & greenery. It fit perfectly with our reception decor. We loved working with Vinwood, I highly recommend them!

r wedding and the food was incredible. The hors d'oeurvres were delicious and there was a large variety to choose from. The entrees were incredible, and they were so easy to work with from the tasting, to the planning meeting, to turning in our final headcount and meals. If you have the chance to pick your caterer, you can't go wrong with Vinwood.

really good about food allergies and can make anything gluten free. the only negative thing I have to say is that gary wasn't the easiest person to get ahold of. when you got him on the phone he was awesome and very helpful making sure everything was the way we wanted. he sent me tons of forms to help with the seating chart and what everyone wanted to eat. I know hes a very busy guy but it was frustrating at times when he wouldn't answer my emails or calls for a few days. other than that this place is amazing and the food is to die for!

ocktail hour and that we were able to eat our meal during dinner. The tomato soup shooters were a guest favorite!!

so attentive to all my guests especially my husband and I. As soon as the ceremony was over we had drinks in our hands and trays of appetizers to ensure we ate. We went for a buffet dinner and the food was delicious, served hot and perfectly cooked. To top it all off we hired Stephanie as our Day of Coordinator and she went above and beyond to ensure our day was stress free. There were some minor hiccups with a few of the rentals, but Stephanie assured me everything would be OK and kept an almost frazzled bride so calm. In the end she was right and our wedding was everything we could have dreamed of thanks to Vinwood. I wouldn't have changed anything and would absolutely 100% hire Vinwood Caterers again.

mory and gift tables as well, which was such an awesome added bonus! THE FOOD WAS ABSOLUTEY AMAZING! All of our guests raved about it.. definately top notch!

xible with the menu we choose and helped us make changes for our guests with food allergies. Stephanie was great and I would highly recommend Vinwood Catering to anyone!

l of the food waste from our big day and have it composted at a nearby farm, which was very important to me. Not to mention, some of our guests said that their meal was the best food they've ever had at a wedding! It's worth mentioning that the tastings have a somewhat limited menu, so if you really want to try different dishes that they offer I would recommend attending more than one tasting (they hold one every few months, and they fill up so book early!). Overall, we had a great experience with Vinwood.

ed hot and fresh, beautifully plated. Ashley, our coordinator, was amazing to work with, extremely knowledgeable, organized and just all around AWESOME. They easily accommodated all dietary restrictions or allergies. The day of staff was extremely pleasant, professional and responsive. The catering manager was also amazing. I can't say enough good things about Vinwood.

desserts. Second, the people are such a delight to work with. Working with Kristen was the highlight of the wedding planning process. My husband and I would have been lost if it weren't for all her help. I HIGHLY recommend Vinwood.

was incredibly helpful. We then went to an amazing tasting (which I probably ate TOO much food during, but that should tell you how good it was) and afterwards I had a meeting with Ashley to go over what we liked and didn't. She was very helpful in choosing between a very extensive list of options for food. I was so disappointed we could ONLY choose six appetizers because they were all so amazing. If I could had three dinners too, I would have. We also met with Ashley a month or so before the wedding to go over everything else, such as table linens, seating charts, timeline of the wedding. I had such confidence in her. And the food...my mouth is watering just thinking about it. The appetizers were amazing - my wedding party told be before dinner that it was some of the best food they had ever had...and that was BEFORE dinner. We had signature cocktails, which were fantastic. During the wedding, Ashley was not there but Barbara was, to make sure everything ran smoothly. She was also fabulous. No hiccups, only amazing and delicious food! Everyone else that I know that's worked with Vinwood has loved them, including me.

ite. Everything was delicious. Guests commented about how great the wait staff was about making sure everyone's allergies were addressed and making sure appetizers were passed throughout. I can't recommend them enough

udget. We did a summer BBQ themed dinner, and our guests could not have been happier with the food. The staff did an excellent job moving our 150 guests through 2 buffets quickly and efficiently. My husband and I cannot say enough about Kristen, our event manager the evening of our wedding. Kristen had a calm, relaxing energy throughout the night, always being sure to check in that we had something to drink and eat. I would recommend Vinwood Catering to anyone and would use them again for other events.

re we knew we had them and make suggestions that made our dream wedding come true. Her and the team’s attention to detail and willingness to accomodate allergies was phenomenal. We are already looking for the next event where we can work with Vinwood. Doug & Jackie

ppetizers, a Mediterranean station, stations, and also passed desserts - it was all delicious. Would highly recommend!

they made sure we had some attendants with a tray of 2-3 of every app and drinks nearby for us, a great touch! Kristin kept everything running so smoothly and we were really able to relax and enjoy our day without worry knowing she was running the show! I highly recommend Vinwood, delicious, professional, and experienced!

ng. I knew from that night that although we didn't get to try our specific menu that any meal/side was going to be delicious. Our guests continue to rave about how delicious everything was. The staff was very helpful and helped the staff at Smith Barn in making sure everything ran smoothly and on schedule. On top of the great communication from everyone at Vinwood, they also set up our favors and card table and dessert table with beautiful decor that I didn't even have to supply. I could not have been happier if I had done it myself!

Vinwood was prompt in responding and thorough and honest in answering our questions. Stephanie was extremely helpful and flexible in working with us to find the best option for our reception. We attended the group tasting which was AMAZING! Our mothers came with us, and we all enjoyed every sampling they provided. My mother who doesn't like butternut squash ravioli ate her whole plate! We served it at the wedding and it was a killer hit! At every stage Stephanie and Gary were prompt, polite, and helpful. The day of the wedding, their staff provided beautiful decor (table linens, dish-ware, and displays), everything was set up beautifully and just the way we imagined. The staff were extremely professional and also fun! They enjoyed themselves, which made our guests feel comfortable and gave the whole reception a light and joyful feeling. We even got a goofy picture with the server who was assigned to our sweetheart table! Overall we were thrilled with Vinwood and highly recommend them for any special event! Thank you Vinwood!

Gary and Barbara worked so hard to cater to all 185 guests. There were several instances where they went above and beyond, including making sure my grandmother got from place to place safely, which is totally outside of their job description. The food was absolutely incredible. The passed apps were delicious and easy to eat. I have no idea how they are able to cook steak in a huge quantity at an absolutely perfect quality. Everyone at the wedding raved about their meal. Their service was impeccable. They had dozens of servers who were incredibly attentive and professional while staying out of the way of the party. I would hire Vinwood again and again. I cannot recommend them enough!

tremely helpful throughout, making sure we knew exactly what to expect and there were no surprises -- just wonderful food and a perfectly executed menu. Our guests are still talking about the Duck and the Sole -- our two dinner choices! If you make the decision to go with Vinwood, you will not be disappointed. N&J 05/26/18 Turner Hill Wedding

spond to emails and a pleasure to work with. I HIGHLY recommend Vinwood Catering!

s incredible as well as the service. Each person was taken care of and felt comfortable. They were a huge part of making our day extra special. From Stephanie to all the staff involved, thank you so much!

l night! We especially loved the opportunity to have fun with the hors d'oeuvres (e.g., mini grilled cheese & tomato bisque shooters) and late-night snack options (e.g., cookies & milk and the sausage cart). We'd definitely recommend Vinwood - thank you for everything!

such a beautiful set up! Everyone is still raving about the food almost a month later, we chose the Buffett style menu and they give you so much food and so many different choices! If you choose Vinwood for your wedding you will not be disappointed!

t making sure everything was safe for me to eat, generating a variety of appetizer choices that were me friendly, and making sure everyone who was handling food knew exactly what I would be eating and what I was allergic to. I had a waitress, Amanda, assigned to me all night. She had the tray of appetizers I could eat and kept them separate from other food. Lead waiter, Tom, was wonderful making sure everything was organized and food service was seamless. We can not say enough great things about Vinwood!

The staff is as amazing as the food is delicious. ALL of them were professional and nice, but a special thanks to the dining room manager Kristin. She was the one who carried my train down the aisle to the ceremony start, and explained along the way everything that would happen afterwards. I honestly don't remember all the details of what she said — of course I was a bit preoccupied with the upcoming ceremony. But I remember thinking, "Okay, they've definitely got this handled." She made sure we had time to eat during the reception (they're not kidding when they say it goes SO fast) and basically kept the flow of everything and was super organized. Oh, and did I mention the food was incredible? I'm still dreaming about the butternut squash raviolis!

free wedding request. Everything they make is delicious and unparalleled. We had a plethora of guests coming up to us telling us it was the best wedding food they had ever had!! I cannot recommend Vinwood Caterers enough!!

thing went smoothly, from the catering set up to decoration placement to bus drop offs. Also, the food was delicious! We couldn’t be more happy with Vinwood and would recommend them to everyone.

n the North Shore over the years and we had only heard good things, so we knew they wouldn't disappoint. The food and staff were simply amazing. All night during our wedding we kept hearing how good the food was! Vinwood provided a great variety and accommodated all of the dietary restrictions and preferences at our wedding - including vegan, gluten free, and other food allergies. They were seamless in working with the coordinator of our venue, and were able to provide so much information during the planning process. They really made it easy for us - besides, of course, having to choose between their many fantastic options for food! Some of our favorites were the mini grilled cheese passed hors d'oeuvres and the late night snack of mini ice cream cones! Our only regret is not telling someone from Vinwood in advance to leave two of each appetizer on our sweetheart table. The only appetizers we got to try at the wedding itself - or even see! - were the mini grilled cheeses that my bridal party snagged for us and left on our table. All in all, Vinwood did a fantastic, professional job of catering our wedding with delicious food that all of our guests immensely enjoyed. They made working with them easy and stress-free!

about, a ravioli bar, a carving station, and a fish station. Even though we were running around and didn’t get to eat much, our guests said that everything was excellent and people are still talking about it weeks after the fact. The food displays were also very attractively decorated beyond our expectations. Vinwood also did a great job making sure that the logistics of the evening went flawlessly - everything from arranging the ceremony chairs to moving flowers inside so they could be repurposed to packing up the cars at the end of the night. One thing to be aware of is that Vinwood doesn’t allow for a lot of flexibility for their tastings. All tastings are group tastings with a set menu and require a per-person fee. They also do push you to book before you’ve had a tasting. Overall, we were so happy we booked with Vinwood and highly recommend them!

the scenes cupcake catastrophe that I was completely unaware of until after the fact!! They definitely went way above and beyond!!!

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orations. The appetizers got rave reviews from our guests and we are still dreaming about each of them. Guests also mentioned how wonderful Vinwood was at making sure everyone had a drink and an app in their hand during our cocktail hour! We chose to do a plated salad with a buffet so everyone could experience as much of the food as they wanted! We were very happy with this choice. The food is indescribably delicious-- steak tips, crusted chicken, and squash ravioli were our main choices. But honestly, you can't go wrong. VINWOOD IS THE BEST!

tizers and meals to choose from and everything tasted great. The dinner was plated and felt formal even in an outdoor, tented setting, which I loved. I was very impressed especially considering they cooked everything at the outdoor venue. Vinwood is a great choice.

also did the raw bar, a huge crowd pleaser. They had staff with little baskets collecting your trash, so no balancing acts, nice touch. Shawn and Cat were the event coordinators, checking in regularly, They couldn't have been nicer or more professional The food was served hot, and beautifully displayed. People were raving about how delicious everything was. Flawless, we didn't have to worry about a single thing. Thank you Vinwood, you were the best!!!!!

in with us periodically and meeting with us multiple times before our wedding to ensure everything was exactly what we wanted! I was a little skeptical about picking our menu without tasting the food but you cannot go wrong with Vinwood. Everything was superb. I have had so many guests tell me that this was the best food they've ever had at a wedding! It's been over a month and people are still raving. We filled the Smith Barn at Brooksby Farm to capacity and the staff did a flawless job of serving all of our guests in a timely and professional manner. Would absolutely recommend!!!!

ietary preference. They were able to do everything we asked of them from food allergies to tying a sweet sage colored bow around our cake knife they truly thought of everything. We asked them to pack up the leftover food and they even delivered it to our after party because of course we forgot to take it with us!

olutely delicious. We went with the panko crusted chicken and beef tenderloin for the main dishes and guests thought the chicken was cooked perfect and was so flavorful and that the tenderloin was so tender. Guests were pleasantly surprised with the passed chocolate covered fruit and the ice cream bar was such a hit! Throughout the planning process, Vinwood was able to provide recommendations based on our tastes and was so responsive in any question that we had. My now husband has a severe nut and shellfish allergy, but Vinwood was able to accommodate (same at our tasting!) and ensured they would have a nut and shellfish free kitchen – we were put at ease and did not have to worry about a thing! During the winter, Vinwood also offers a great discount on the food. If you are looking for a professional, delicious and affordable caterer, look no further than Vinwood!

t. Kayla and her team did an outstanding job!

food was. The highlights were the tomato soup with mini grilled cheese, lobster mac&cheese balls, and their smores bar. The Filet migon was cooked to perfection and every bite was just as good as the previous bite. I highly recommend them! They made everything perfect!!!!!

sed Short Ribs and the Turkey with Smashed Potatoes and the Roasted Veggies. Everything was amazing. the tomato bisque shooters, stuffed mushrooms, mac n' cheese bites, beef wellington and scallops wrapped in bacon were all huge hits. The buffet actually kept the momentum and excitement of the wedding going and we didn't have the lag time that a sit down dinner sometimes can have. Shawn our day of coordinator was precise, detail oriented and know exactly what to do and when we should do it. She was terrific to work with as was Jessica the sales coordinator. We had sliders and onion rings for the late night snack and everyone loved them. I truly cannot think of anything we would have changed and our guests are still raving about my daughters wedding. Thank you Vinwood for being so amazing!