I fell in love with a gorgeous property for my wedding, but there is no kitchen on site.

Not to worry, Chef Ramon and our kitchen crew work magic anywhere. If there is no electricity on site, we work with hot boxes and sterno. We can rent wood-fired grills, propane-powered stoves and a generator for refrigeration.

I have been tasked with planning our corporate team-building event. I have no idea where to start.

How about a chef-driven cooking class or Chopped competition? Maybe a barbecue at a beautiful location overlooking a vineyard or waterfront? Mixologists on site demonstrating unique craft cocktails? Give us a budget and time frame and we will create a memorable experience for your team.

Do you offer wedding cakes and custom desserts?

Our pastry chef Hans can create everything from a vintage wedding cake design, a multi-tiered extravaganza, even a hand-spun croquembouche. Need branded cookies for your product launch? No problem! We relish a challenge, so send your ideas our way.

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Exceptional catering and events, crafted for the moments that matter.

We’re Bartleby & Sage, the premier catering and event company based in New York and servicing the tri-state area.

Award-winning catering and events, trusted by New York's finest

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The experience you deserve

Where great food meets thoughtful event planning

As a female-owned company rooted in sustainability, Bartleby & Sage brings together locally sourced ingredients, creative event design, and a deeply personal approach, setting a new standard for catering in New York City and the Tri-State area.

Sourced with intention, prepared with care

Every dish begins with the finest seasonal ingredients, chosen from trusted local producers who share our commitment to quality. Nothing reaches your table that hasn't earned its place.

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Full-service event planning, from first concept to final toast

Bartleby & Sage handles every detail of your event, from exceptional catering and curated menus to live music, photography, florals, and beyond. One team. One vision. One unforgettable occasion.

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A bespoke experience, brought to life with intention

We believe the most memorable events are deeply personal. That's why every design, theme, and detail is shaped through close collaboration with you, ensuring the experience feels authentic, considered, and wholly yours.

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A commitment to people and planet

Sustainability is woven into everything we do. From partnering with local farmers and family-owned suppliers to using fully biodegradable tableware, and giving 10% of our proceeds back to the local community, we hold ourselves to a higher standard, every event.

Mediterranean dishes and drinks created by the chefs at Bartleby & Sage.

Event types

Whatever the occasion, the answer is yes

From intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate events, Bartleby & Sage brings the same care, creativity, and culinary excellence to every occasion.

Corporate

From intimate client dinners to company-wide celebrations, we set the standard for corporate hospitality. Click here for more information about Corporate events.

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Weddings

Bespoke wedding catering and event design, crafted around the love story that's uniquely yours.

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Bar Mitzvah catering created by Bartleby & Sage.

Mitzvahs

Exceptional catering and event design for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs that honour tradition and celebrate in style.

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Drop-Off

All the quality of a Bartleby & Sage event, delivered fresh and beautifully presented to your door. See our Drop-Off menu.

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The Experience

How it works

From your first conversation with us to the final guest's farewell, we handle every detail so all you have to do is enjoy the occasion.

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Get in touch

Reach out to our team and tell us about your event — the occasion, the scale, the vision.

From bespoke menus to curated vendor partnerships, we're here to listen, advise, and begin shaping something exceptional.

We craft your tailor-made proposal

Once we understand your vision, our team puts together a tailored proposal covering menus, event design, staffing, and logistics, all shaped around your budget and priorities.

You review, we refine, and together we finalise every detail.

Experience the menu firsthand

We invite every client into our tasting kitchen to sample the dishes being considered for their event.

It's an opportunity to refine your menu, meet your team, and leave with complete confidence in what your guests will experience on the day.

Arrive, celebrate, and leave the rest to us

After months of planning and preparation, the day belongs entirely to you.

Our team handles every detail behind the scenes, seamlessly, professionally, and with the same care we've brought to every step of the process.

Exclusive Events

Don't see exactly what you're looking for? We'd love to hear about it. Our team specialises in crafting bespoke events tailored entirely to your vision.

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Testimonials

Trusted by those who celebrate life's finest moments

From corporate clients and newlyweds to Mitzvah families and celebrities, we've had the privilege of bringing hundreds of extraordinary events to life. Here's what our clients have to say.

Gala

Megan Callahan

Bartleby & Sage has done the catering for my nonprofit client's gala two years in a row. The food is delicious and receives so much positive praise from the guests. The staff is professional and extremely perceptive to feedback -they were even better this year than last. Rachael worked with me and the rental company to be sure we had everything on hand to make the night flawless. With so many details flying around, I was grateful that she and her team were so on top of everything. I highly recommend Bartleby & Sage!

Corporate event

Joshua Underwood

I've had the pleasure of partnering with B&S on several large-scale events, catering to 300-400 guests, and they never disappoint. Whether it's a Holiday Brunch Buffet or a Summer Cookout, our guests can’t stop raving about the food, even long after the event is over. And it isn’t just their food that is top-notch! Bartleby & Sage brings an elevated aesthetic that adds a touch of sophistication to every event. I look forward to many more successful events with B&S!

Mitzvah

Liz Bazini

The food was excellent and so many of our friends raved about it. Chef's handiwork was spot on and the special items procured to meet our dietary preferences took the dishes to the next level. In addition, the staff was excellent. Servers were omnipresent, whether it be offering food, taking a used plate or providing a needed napkin. The entire operation ran smoothly; we highly recommend Bartleby & Sage!

Gala

Mary Huff

What a wonderful evening we had at the NYC Children's Chorus Annual Benefit. Leslie and her team are consummate professionals on every level, and every detail was perfect. We are grateful to have Bartleby and Sage as our partner in producing this wonderful event every year for a decade!

Private party

Nadia MG

Everything was great! We wanted to bring in some of my family's Jamaican flavors into the dishes and Rachel and her team were so easy to to collaborate with, and of course most importantly, the food was delicious. Have you ever been to an event for 150 people and had moist and flavorful chicken? Where the steak was perfectly cooked and everything else was delicious too? And the desserts!?! I still think about that salted caramel tart...We also got extremely positive feedback from our guests about the food. I am so happy that we found Bartleby and Sage.

Corporate event

Erin Smith

We have worked with Bartleby & Sage multiple times and the food has always been delicious. They created an edible garden of floral cake pops for our spring time event which were a big hit with our guests.

Wedding

Margaret Moor

Leslie and team at Bartleby & Sage truly made our wedding the best day of our lives! Leslie was fantastic from start to finish - from recommending great vendors, to a wonderful tasting experience, to pulling together our timeline, she really did it all. And not to mention our food was incredible - all of our guests could not stop complimenting it!! Highly highly recommend working with Bartleby & Sage for your wedding!

Corporate event

Laura Mosteller

The Bartleby & Sage team really leveled up the food at our annual corporate conference! Catering and food has always been the low point in our guests' feedback, but this year it was a highlight! Beyond the delicious food, the entire team was also kind, prompt, and great problem solvers when we were navigating challenges at a new venue. We will be calling them back for all our future events!

Gala

Joanne Narrido

Youth Communication worked with Bartleby & Sage for our spring benefit They are an amazing team. Excellent to work with, very professional, and accommodating. And the food was fantastic! We look forward to working with them for future events.

Corporate event

Austin Nathaniel

From the very beginning, their team was exceptional—thoughtful, organized, and a true pleasure to work with during the planning process. The menu was outstanding. Our attendees loved the food, and we received numerous comments that it was the best food we’ve ever had at this event. We are deeply grateful for Bartleby & Sage’s support of our conference and fully plan to work with them again in the future. Highly, highly recommend.

Wedding

Hana Dunne

Leslie and her team have a unique ability to understand exactly what your vision is and bring it to life even better than you could have ever imagined. Leslie was incredibly responsive and assured me that no question or idea was to big or small. Bartleby & Sage was a guiding light throughout our special day and we are forever grateful to have decided to work with Leslie and her team.

Wedding

Mai-Vi Nguyen

The best endorsement we can give Bartleby & Sage is the overwhelming number of guests who came up to us during and after our wedding to rave about the food - there were so many clean plates and some guests even asked for seconds! The quality, creativity, and execution were simply outstanding. From start to finish, working with them was an absolute pleasure. They were incredibly flexible, accommodating all of our requests, and made sure every detail was perfect.

Wedding

Justine F.

Everyone at my wedding said it was the best wedding food they ever had. The unbelievable food is just the beginning of what incredible service they provide. In addition to the rave compliments about the food, I got a ton of compliments about the catering staff. This was something I never expected but nevertheless I still got a zillion compliments about the professionalism and excellence of the catering staff.

Wedding

Brian Stemmer

Wow, what a caterer! I cannot sing their praises enough for the incredible job they did. Overall, the wedding appetizers were a true highlight of the evening. They were beautifully presented, bursting with flavor, and left us all wanting more. The main courses were equally outstanding. The desserts were out of this world. Let’s not forget about the amazing service provided by the professional staff. I cannot recommend Bartleby & Sage highly enough.

Wedding

Alex and Caro Mavrovitis

The team is way more than just a catering operation as they were immensely helpful to us throughout the entire process. The food was SO delicious, and there was so much on hand with nice portion sizes. We had many friends and family telling us it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. Our wedding was a magical day, and we are so grateful to Bartleby & Sage for being a huge part of it.

Corporate event

Rose Rivera

The food selection we were looking for was unique, we wanted dishes representing four regions of the world. Bartleby and Sage were up to the challenge. From the beginning they made it so easy. Their response time and feedback was always timely. It was a pleasure to work with this team of amazing people!

Gala

Emily Bookwalter

I hired Bartleby and Sage for a 225+ person gala in an historic theater, with different meals on each floor. Every step of the process of working with them was fantastic. The food was delicious. Could not recommend working with them more.

Wedding

Mathew D.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Bartleby and Sage! My husband, Matthew, and I recently had our wedding last week, and working with Leslie and her team was an absolute dream. From start to finish, Leslie was incredibly accommodating, professional, and attentive to every detail. The food was absolutely incredible! Every single guest raved about how delicious everything was.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know

We believe informed clients make for the best events. Find answers to the most common questions about our services, process, and what to expect when working with Bartleby & Sage.

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Do you cater outside NYC?

We cater in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and The Bronx. We work throughout the tri-state area, as far west as the Catskills, as far south as New Jersey and as far northeast as the Hudson Valley and Connecticut.

Do you offer delivery and drop-off catering?

In addition to offering all styles of food service, we also offer drop-off style breakfast, lunch, dinner, and more! We can set up and return for clean-up. We send eco-friendly, biodegradable paper goods or partner with Re:Dish for truly sustainable service.

Can I make changes to the menus you provide?

Custom menus have been our specialty for over 25 years. We love hearing about your traditions and cultural favorites; we have served up oxtails for a Caribbean wedding, San Rival cake for a Filipino celebration, flown in crawfish from New Orleans. Be sure to also tell us about any dietary needs and allergies.

What’s included in full-service catering?

It depends on the venue and the style of the event. We can manage the food, bar, all the staff to set up and clean up, insurance, and permits as necessary. Once we understand your vision for the event, we assist with the rental of furniture, linens, tabletop, and barware.

Can you offer bar and bartending services for our event?

Absolutely. We offer a variety of full bar and beer/wine packages tailored to your event. We can design a custom drink menu, curate a local beer list, provide a wine pairing menu for dinner, or develop a full cocktail program. We're happy to work with your preferences and your guest count to make sure no one's waiting long for a drink.

How do I decide if I only need day-of coordination, partial-planning or full year planning?

It depends on how much time you have to determine a budget, then source your vendors and orchestrate to-do lists, guest lists, and a timeline for everything. If that all sounds like a big headache, talk to us about our range of planning services. We will help you decide what works best for your needs.

Do you offer tastings?

Yes, we offer tastings for two in our Brooklyn kitchen. Once you have received a proposal, you will taste a curated menu of hors d'oeuvres, a multi-course meal, and desserts. This is your chance to meet our team, get to know our style, and ask lots of detailed questions about your event. Tastings are $150 per person or if you book with us, the tasting for two will be complimentary. Come hungry!

Do you offer custom desserts?

Our pastry chef Hans can create everything. Need branded cookies for your product launch? Looking for a custom cake for a special celebration? No problem! We relish a challenge, so send your ideas our way.

Do you offer Kosher catering?

While we are not a Kosher kitchen, we can offer Kosher-style catering as well as Halal, Indian and flavors from around the world. If you need some certified Kashrut meals, we work with the premier Kosher caterer in NYC; the meals come sealed with real china and utensils.

Let's create something extraordinary together

Not every event fits a template and that's exactly where we excel. Book a personal consultation with our Founder and Creative Director, Leslie Nilsson, to discuss a bespoke experience crafted entirely around your vision.

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