Wheelhouse

ice. Jake was great at helping us come up with dishes that were seasonal and would work well for us. I know it's not easy catering a completely vegan event, and they knocked it out of the park. If you're looking for a caterer that will genuinely listen to your needs and accommodate, with incredible food and service - look no further!

ne. Curating our menu to match our food preferences and desires was so much fun, and resulted in a food spread that was very reflective of who we are as a couple. The food Wheelhouse made was absolutely incredible. You could not be in better hands choosing Wheelhouse as your event caterer!

e any time I needed to make changed or have questions AND prepared me for any and all things that I would need to rent when it came to dining utensils. I didn’t think it could get any easier and then enters Dakota – She gave me the breakdown of the cocktail hour all the way through to dinner and clean up. These people are amazing and all I had to do was listen and answer the questions they asked. SO EASY!!! Honestly the weeks leading up to the wedding everyone could not believe how calm I was and that is a huge testament to all the hard work Wheelhouse and Valley View Farm put in to making our day as magical and amazing as it was. Our DJ pulled us aside to let us know it was the best meal he has ever eaten at a wedding! Our guest are still talking about the fall of the bone chicken! I can’t thank this team enough they were beyond amazing!

working with Stephanie was super simple and she helped us find affordable tableware rentals, coordinated a tasting, and accommodated many dietary restrictions. In addition to the food tasting amazing they also pay a lot of attention to detail to make sure it looks beautiful as well. All of this was also for a fairly affordable price. I highly recommend Wheelhouse as your wedding caterer!

hit it out of the park! Everyone was raving about the food that night and more specifically, one of my bridesmaids is a vegetarian and she told me she is still dreaming of her dish! She was so impressed by her unique, fulfilling vegetarian meal. For me, our chicken dish with chimichurri sauce was absolute perfection. And this was just the rehearsal dinner! The wedding meal was just as great with a charcuterie display during cocktail hour then a few options for the meal. They were so accommodating as we navigated the COVID restrictions on a day-to-day basis and was even able to make a last-minute change when the restrictions were lifted the week before our wedding! Stephanie was so great helping us navigate the menu planning process, having multiple calls with us leading up to finalizing the meals. She listened to our vision and provided recommendations when applicable. My (now) husband and I love unique & interesting food but are not great at coming up with the options, so Stephanie was able to take all our likes (some) dislikes and create a truly personalized menu. Dakota was the most amazing day-of point person. She was so friendly, and so accommodating! When I asked if my mom could bake/supply the desserts for both the events they were so great about it! They even offered to bring serving platters, etc. I cannot say enough good things about Wheelhouse’s planning, execution & staff! They truly made our wedding weekend one to remember…and have kept the guests talking about the best food out of any wedding they’ve been to!

Our expectations were exceeded on the day. The food was delicious, the staff was friendly, and were a delight to have as part of our special day.

more! Our guest loved the food and staff was friendly and accommodating. Some guests could ha e used larger portions but overall fantastic!

to re-planning again, they always made sure we knew all of our options every step of the way. They were so open to our ideas, as long as they kept our guests and their staff safe (which was huge in my book). Everything we discussed was executed perfectly and they did so with the best attitudes. The food was absolutely amazing, so unique, so customizable and beautifully plated. We would choose Wheelhouse time and time again, pandemic or not!! Thank you for taking part in our perfect day!

sure we were ready. Everyone loved the menu, very well balanced for every taste, including duck and pork, and vegetarian dishes that my daughter wanted. Farm fresh and home grown. Can't thank them enough for making this special day complete.

k a risk in hiring them- in that we didn’t get a chance to try any of their food before the wedding- but we went on our gut instincts that they would be amazing and we weren’t let down. They talked us through every step of the way and were very honest, open, and flexible about the pricing of everything. Their team is extremely communicative and helped us feel very well taken care of. Although as the bride I didn’t get a chance to truly enjoy much of the food, I got rav reviews from all of our guests. The display was beautiful and the tastes were truly scrumptious. Weddings are stressful and overwhelming, but everything about working with Wheelhouse helped keep me calm. They were truly phenomenal. Hire them for your wedding now!

enjoyed every dish. Their food is unique yet appealed to the broad range of guests in attendance. And I can’t say enough about their extraordinary staff. When the cake didn’t arrive Stephanie checked in with me and was on it! She singlehandedly managed to get the cake delivered on time and saved the day! Obviously I can’t say enough about this wonderful catering company. Every person in attendance who is getting married in the future plans on using them. Anyone who knows someone who is getting married in the future has recommended them. I highly recommend them to you. They will go above and beyond to make your day special.

e creative, incorporating locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, and the food was delicious! Wheelhouse also did an amazing job accommodating our vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests. As other reviewers have mentioned, the communication from the Wheelhouse team is top notch. We worked closely with Jake and Stephanie. They were very easy to coordinate with and readily available to answer questions, which was extremely helpful during the wedding planning process. Shout out to Stephanie for running point on our wedding day...she was a rockstar and ensured everything went smoothly! We’d recommend Wheelhouse to anyone, and we hope to get to eat some of their delicious food again sometime soon!

m was amazing to work with from the beginning menu planning stages through helping us understand our options and making it work with a variety of dietary restrictions, to amazing service the night of, and everything in between. We wanted a menu that would reflect the fall flavors and the bounty that local farms had to offer at our October wedding, and the buffet menu they put together included cider braised brisket, beets, salad with kabocha squash, and more. An added bonus was the beautiful and delicious signature cocktails that they created for us. And best of all, our guests agree it was the best wedding good ever!

table, and, of course, serving up their incredible, locally sourced food. They worked within our budget and were a true, bona fide joy to work with at every turn. 11/10 for this crew. The very best.

were looking for with their food truck. Our reception dinner was delicious. The dessert and taco truck for a late night snack just put everything over the top! If you’re looking for great food, great service, and great people - look no further than Wheelhouse!

was interesting, seasonal, and special without being pretentious. We had a lot of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests, and there were plenty of options for them while still having a couple of great meat dishes. The few special requests that we did make were enthusiastically accommodated.   The Communication: The communication from the Wheelhouse team could not have been better! We worked primarily with Jake and Rosa, both of whom were friendly, helpful, organized, and so knowledgeable. We felt completely confident that we were in good hands and that everything would go smoothly (which it did!). Special thanks to Rosa for being so calm and pleasant while orchestrating everything that needed to happen on the day of the wedding-- she made it look easy.  The Service: Everything went according to plan on our wedding day. The food was plentiful and hot, the buffet line moved quickly, and the staff all seemed really friendly and cheerful. They set all the tables and bused everything promptly. Food presentation was lovely. For example, we purchased pies from another vendor, but Wheelhouse set them up on the dessert table in such a lovely way and took the extra time to garnish the table with wildflowers. Did we mention that they pulled all this off in a field with no running water? The Food: Delicious! We have gotten so many comments from guests about how great everything was, and that it was so much better than "typical" wedding food. Our vegetarian/vegan/GF friends (who are used to having to make do with salad and side vegetables) were totally happy and satisfied. The Price: Incredibly reasonable. No hidden costs or surprises. Our final bill was almost exactly what the initial proposal indicated, and payment was easy. In summary, Wheelhouse was fantastic and we couldn't have asked for a better caterer. We wish them many successful years ahead!

d, professional, and flexible; they worked with us to create a menu that would satisfy a mixed crowd of vegetarians and non-vegetarians as well as guests with gluten, dairy, and nut allergies. The main menu was a fusion of American and Indian foods that did not disappoint – roasted chicken, beef brisket and biryani. We chose buffet style so that guests could have their choice of dish and didn’t have to pick only one main item. The presentation was elegant and the food was fantastic. We heard from so many of our guests that it was the best food they had ever eaten at a wedding!

ng was at the Montague Retreat Center in the Pioneer Valley, and we wanted to make sure everything we did was as local as possible. Wheelhouse fit the bill exactly. All the food is locally, organically grown. Because it is so local, what is available can vary from season to season. Unfortunately, this meant that we weren’t able to taste the food before we booked them, since we were planning a summer wedding in the middle of winter. In the end, it didn’t matter -- the food was phenomenal and incredibly fresh. Our menu was vegetarian, but not one of our meat-loving guests walked away disappointed. We also have to compliment Wheelhouse on making everything so easy. Jake and Stephanie were a pleasure to work with -- they helped us pick out seasonal great menu choices that would suit our dietary needs, and on our wedding day the entire staff was kind and professional. We had them design a custom cocktail for us (delicious), and design our menu (beautiful), and we’re so glad we did. Really, we just can’t recommend Wheelhouse enough.

y, and very organized. We worked together to craft a menu that was locally sourced and would work well for the family-style meal that we envisioned for our wedding. The food was absolutely amazing! Our guests were raving about everything from the massive charcuterie appetizer spread to the late night taco truck. I am certain that every single one of our guest left full and happy!

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und Wheelhouse to be a class act: friendly and personable, genuine and supportive, knowledgeable and professional! Having tried their food I knew what I had to look forward to: Local food made to perfection that celebrates the rural farm community that surrounds our home. The menu was diverse and beautiful. The staff were on time, diligent and customer service oriented. Jake checked in throughout the months leading up to the event and gave us helpful tips that enabled us to save money and meet our hopes and dreams too. If you care about local food that is displayed in such a way that will distract your photographer and make it into your wedding photo book; if you want food that will make your mouth water; and if you want to deal with a group of people that feel like family, then choose Wheelhouse for your wedding. You won't regret it. You'll LOVE it!

about it being the best wedding food many of our guests had ever had. If you are having a wedding in western mass it would be foolish to overlook Wheelhouse.

es, and were a pleasure to work with. Because our venue was very DIY, they helped us calculate the dinnerware that we needed, made beautiful little menus to place on the tables, and it was so convenient that they were also able to provide certified bartenders. The tacos for our rehearsal dinner were incredible, and the staff hustled to make sure everyone was fed for our rehearsal dinner. On our wedding day, they prepared a plate with cheeses and apps for my husband and I to make sure that we ate, and did an incredible job with the family-style meal for 200 people. Our guests raved about the food. I cannot speak more highly of Wheelhouse and I would not hesitate to hire them for your wedding. We will be attending one of their ticketed farm dinners this summer just to we can enjoy the food again!

rience, and guided us through the process. We opted for buffet style, almost entirely vegetarian nibbles, dinner and late-night snacks. Wheelhouse also managed our bar and coordinated with Florence Pie Bar for deserts. This gave us lots of options and flexibility for our 150 guests. They were super helpful with dietary restrictions and never seemed worried about our many questions and changes in plans. The meal was diverse, fresh and looked as good as it tasted. Even the most hardline carnivores commented that the food was amazing! There was plenty of food, the support and service was excellent, and the whole team just made our lives and our wedding feel [almost] effortless. Our only regret is not writing this review sooner! Can’t recommend Wheelhouse highly enough.

made with in-season ingredients and wanted our guests to have a choice of hearty but healthful balanced food and Wheelhouse could not have been better. Jake was tremendous to work with from the first contact until the end; the set-up was easy; the staff were kind, friendly, and wonderful; the overall service was outstanding; and the food was SPOT ON. We received compliments all night long, and are so grateful that Wheelhouse was a part of our day! We would definitely seek out Wheelhouse to work with for another party in the future -- or attend one of their farm dinners. Highly recommended. Bravo.

rown by Wheelhouse and were blown away with the quality and consistency of their food! It was a done deal. Leading up to our wedding, they were so easy to work with and extremely organized. We went back and forth a few times about menu ideas and they were accommodating and flexible! Each person we spoke with had a really calm, kind vibe that made working together easy and not at all stressful. We used Wheelhouse for an outdoor rehearsal dinner and then the main event the following day and they really nailed both. We loved the food, but so many guests came up to let us know that things were really delicious. The staff was helpful, professional, and on top of it! We're so grateful they played a part in our magical weekend and would absolutely recommend them.

not to worry about the food. We haven’t stopped recieveing compliments about the food yet, and we’re already a month away from the date.

it in their connection to local farms. They were so on point with in creating a menu for us based on our vague ideas about what it would be. More than all this they were thoughtful, genuine, and generally good people. Not being able to sample the food that was on the menu was a leap of faith on our part, but our confidence in Wheelhouse was rewarded by their incredible food and expert coordination. The Food: We chose Wheelhouse because of their commitment to local food, but for the benefit of everyone else reading our review I’ll describe how delicious it was. Bottom line - they won rave reviews from our foodie friends as well as our meat- and- potatoes family. In our experience, wedding catering usually means sad, bland vegetables and dry meat. Not only was their beef juicy and full of flavor, but all of the vegetables tasted so fresh and the flavors of each one came through. Neither of us really like cauliflower, but we LOVED the cauliflower dish they made. For our meat dishes, it was this excellence in produce that really gave an added dimension to the dishes (in addition to cooking the meat just right). AND when they had to bring in an outside vendor (like the pies that we wanted for dessert) they really chose the best around. That being said their initial cheese selection for our appetizers was underwhelming, but they were completely willing to work with us on this and the final version day of was fantastic. Organization/ Logistics: They were by far the most organized vendor at our wedding, despite feeling the most small-scale and personable. Our wedding was very bespoke/ a la carte/ choose your own adventure, and they followed us effortlessly through all of the details, weird requests, and special considerations of our wedding. They never came to us with setbacks or complications. They were really good about checking in, and structured our interactions in the months leading up to the wedding so that we were all on the same page with the many, many details to keep track of. Day-of Logistics: They were so unobtrusive and friendly, despite unpleasant surprises from other vendors. When our rental company failed to deliver some items and put others in odd places, they helped pick up the pieces. When our venue went back on its word as to where they could put their cooking tent they rolled with it. When we decided day-of to hold our photoshoot where they needed to work they were so good about working through it. Personal touches: It’s no coincidence that they gave us exactly what we wanted in terms of food. They paid close attention when we told them our preferences were and were genuinely attuned to our likes and dislikes. During the planning process my husband mentioned how he always goes back for seconds at wedding buffets. Based on this aside, they gave him a HUGE platter of food, which we both found to be so touching, special, and funny. Tipping: Their guideline to us was that if we were pleased with the job they did we should tip 10-20%. Not totally unheard of but worth mentioning since different caterers do it differently.

ife that night (as, I heard, did a few guests). Wheelhouse also created two signature cocktails for us which went down smashingly. The food, presentation, waitstaff, and value can't be matched in the area! We recommend them a thousand times over. Zachary and Tamara

ly sourced and sustainable. Jake, Will, Stephanie and the entire team were the consummate professionals. Most importantly, the food was top notch. We had so many guests comment on the food - how the meat fell right off the bone for the short rib, how tender the chicken was, and how delicious the desserts were. They also made pierogis for our stationary appetizers which were all gone within seconds! We were so, so happy with the service Wheelhouse provided. Would re-book in a heartbeat.

ommodated allergies and the administrative staff helped us think through the wedding flow and rentals, which was incredibly helpful! Highly recommend!

ls leading up to the wedding in which they provided tons of support, suggestions and peace of mind! Will and Anna worked with us to create a menu we loved and they took our suggestions and ideas and made them a reality. We did not have to think about food, drinks, dessert AT ALL during the wedding - everything ran seamlessly, the food was spectacular (we got so many compliments from our guests), the displays, app tables, bar and dessert were all set up beautifully and all of the servers and cook staff were friendly, helpful, and respectful of our space. We could not recommend them more highly! Thank you, Wheelhouse!

beautiful presentation led by Zoe and her team. We could not have had a better experience from start to finish. Thank you Wheelhouse for taking such great care of us and local farmers!

ventive and packed with flavor. The little decorative touches they put on the buffet and bar only elevated the aesthetic of the event. I could write a novel praising Wheelhouse, but I’ll leave it at this—if you want to work with consummate professionals who deliver amazing food and can set your mind at ease when you’re stressed about things going according to plan, call Jake and Will.

guests in the Berkshires in June. They serve food from local farms and their menu is dictated by what is available and in season - thus, we were able to sample their food in general, but we knew our wedding menu would be different. Once you taste any of the food they cook, though, you will trust them with whatever menu items they recommend because their food is so, so, so delicious. Our only request was that they serve strawberry shortcake as the dessert, and they were able to freeze strawberries from one season just in case strawberries weren't available once our wedding rolled around in June (luckily, we got fresh strawberries when the day finally came!) - we so appreciated this thoughtfulness and flexibility. Throughout the entire process, from hiring them one-year out from our wedding date to our phone conversations and email correspondence, they were professional, detail-oriented, attentive, and super responsive. We worked mostly with Jake and Calla, who were both exceptional. We also seemed to have won the lottery with dietary restrictions from our guest list, giving them a whole list of various restrictions (nut-free, dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, you name it, we had it at our wedding), and they were so graciously able to accommodate every single guest with delicious alternatives. Their staff was incredibly friendly and attentive while being mainly in the background during the reception. And, most importantly, people cannot stop talking about the food - weeks later, friends are still waxing nostalgic about the food. If you want an incredibly professional catering experience plus the knowledge that you will receive delicious food that is local and supports Massachusetts farmers, why would you hire anyone else?!

f the food and appetizers was beautiful, personal and authentic - it was obvious to everyone that we were working with a business that invests their creativity and personality in every part of what they do. My husband and I savored the delicious meal, and our guests have been asking where they can go to have more! I really enjoyed working with Calla and Jake to plan this event, which I was pretty nervous about at the beginning. They took our 20-person celebration as seriously as if we had 200 guests, and helped me think through and plan every detail (many that I would never have thought of, otherwise). Once I found Wheelhouse, the rest of the event fell into place, and from their pro-active approach and gracious professional manner, I knew they were going to put together a flawless experience for our guests. They went out of their way to answer questions, provide suggestions, review my rental list, and help me think through the flow of events so that my experience that day was completely stress-free. Thanks to Wheelhouse, I was able to achieve the feeling of an old-fashioned, New England garden party I was looking for. Calla facilitated the event skillfully, seamlessly, in a personable and elegant way. All in all, Wheelhouse gave just the right intimate, elegant yet homegrown feel to our occasion.

he team's professionalism, and the quality of the food were all exceptional is a massive understatement, and the value/price of it was unmatched. From the moment I began working with Wheelhouse, they proved to be the best vendor I would work with. Jake was attentive, calm, and flexible throughout the planning and execution phases. He always checked in on schedule, promptly answered all my emails/calls, and was always working diligently to tweak our menu/service plan to accomodate evolving wedding plans. What's more, he was incredibly generous and helpful beyond what is expected, including agreeing to cook in a covered area of our house instead of requiring us to rent a cook tent and agreeing to buy his own prep tent and have us rent it from him at a fraction of the cost of renting a tent from a vendor. All of my interactions with Wheelhouse made me so relaxed and confident that the food and service day-of would be amazing, and they did not disappoint. They created a dream menu that incorporated my family's Italian heritage with our local Western Mass flavors. All the dishes were brought out quickly, in perfect quantities, and the right temperature. The staff was diligent about cleaning glasses and plates and making sure the appetizer buffet stayed replenished. They served dinner so efficiently that tables weren't waiting for their food while other tables were already finished eating. I know couples often say this, but we truly had dozens of guests specifically say the food was "the best they've ever had at a wedding." Everyone raved about the food all night. And we didn't only get superb quality, taste, and stress-free service, we were also supporting a method of cooking, eating, and doing business that is good for the planet and society. Their philosophy, value, and service is simply unparalleled.

was a bit limited by the available seasonal produce, but they put together a delicious menu that met all of our requests. They were incredibly helpful and professional, and made planning our reception a breeze. We would highly recommend Wheelhouse for a catered event.

stayed and served breakfast the next day! We enjoyed working with Wheelhouse and highly recommend them.

s certainly a little nerve-wracking. But Jake Mazar helped calm our nerves from the very beginning. He really listened to what we wanted, and he and his team put together a menu that was unique, delicious and fit within our budget. Jake also provided so much guidance and advice as we went through the process, which helped keep us on track. So all that is fantastic, and reason enough to consider Wheelhouse Farm. But the food! Oh my God, the food. Our guests were absolutely raving about their meals. I heard comments like, "If this was a restaurant, I would come back for the food alone," and "Best food I have ever had at a wedding." Everything I ate was amazing - especially the pork and leek dumplings - and the only regret I have from my wedding is that I didn't eat more. And then on top of all that amazingness, Wheelhouse's entire team of servers and bartenders were professional, organized and helpful. Everything ran like clockwork. Oh, and also: the displays all looked amazing. The cheese plates/trays were gorgeous, and the buffet looked incredibly elegant. So basically, Wheelhouse Farm hit it out of the park on every single aspect of the event. I only wish that we lived closer so that we could go to one of their Farm Dinners or visit their food truck. Thank you a million times over to Wheelhouse Farm!

eremony. I found Wheelhouse in a hunt for the perfect food truck at a fair in MA. I loved the way they focused on seasonal ingredients. I worked mostly with Jake Mazar who was everything one could ask for! He was very friendly, always responded quickly, and really worked with us to plan out a meal that would highlight our love of vegetables. Plus, my husband is vegan and my sister in law has a garlic and dairy allergy, but Jake and his team had no trouble working with those parameters. Our guests were nervous about an all vegan menu, but everyone raved about the kimchi tacos, potato wedges with roasted ketchup, and the apple slices with roasted ramps. I can't wait to find another reason to hire them again.

nication was flawless and definitely made us feel very comfortable and at ease during the hectic wedding planning process. The food was incredible; seasonal, local, fresh, ethical, and delicious! We are so grateful to them for making our wedding such an amazingly special day!