Classic Reviews
Originally posted by Holley Joyce Hoey on Facebook.com on October 14, 2011 (5 stars)
United Way of Central Maryland loves Classic Catering! We can’t thank you and your team enough for your stellar customer service and serving us a delectable cuisine. As always, I never worry when we work with Classic Catering. They not only focus on their fabulous food and service, but make sure the other vendors are delivering on their promise and everyone is working in sync.
Alan Pressman continued to put me at ease throughout my time working with him on our event – even when the wind and rain really picked up at one of our events this fall! He is a dear friend and one I trust and adore.
We are truly grateful for our wonderful partnership and look forward to many more meetings, events, activities, etc. together!
Originally posted by Jillian Davis Pinkard on Facebook.com on September 14, 2011 (5 stars)
I was married the weekend of Hurricane Irene on the waterfront in Baltimore, MD. We worked with Alan Pressman from Classic Catering, who not only coordinated our rehearsal for us (we had a friend officiate the wedding), but helped us push back the wedding by 3 hours when our venue informed us that we'd have to be out of the venue by 8 p.m. (instead of midnight) with only 12 hours notice.
Food is fantastic and the service was top notch. They set up everything for us, allowing us to really enjoy our wedding day and not sweat the details (or the Hurricane!).
Comment by Jennifer Barton Askey: We had Alan, too!
Originally posted by Genny Resh on Facebook.com on July 26, 2011 (5 stars)
Classic Catering hosted our company's annual summer party at Irvine Nature Center on Thursday, June 23rd. Kelly Girard and her staff handled every detail from menu selection to clean up with such professionalism. The food was fabulous and the entire staff was so pleasant. When I arrived at the event, I was shocked to find out there was nothing for me to do, but enjoy the party! Thank you Classic for making our event successful and my job so much easier! Can't wait until next year's party. (Disclosure: I work for MGH, Classic Catering’s marketing partner, but would write this review anyway!)
Comment by Connie Tivvis-Savage: Hi Genny hope things are going well. Saw your post about Classic I also work for a Catering Company and love when the host of the party gets to the event and can have fun and not worry about a thing.
Originally posted by Mary Ann Green on Facebook.com on June 27, 2011 (5 stars)
Classic Catering did a phenomenal job with our company picnic. I expressed our needs to Alan Pressman, and he took care of everything, down to the best placement for the food without me having to think or worry about a thing! To have someone understand your needs to a "T" is invaluable - and Alan did that for me! Classic Catering was very accommodating with our needs, the menu, and the service was excellent. I did not have to worry about ANYTHING but sit back, relax, eat and enjoy the company. The food was savory and delicious, and everyone who came commented on how wonderful everything was. The wait staff were so friendly and timely with ensuring the buffet always stayed replenished and the tables stayed clean - I couldn't have asked for a better day - Classic Catering made it PERFECT for everyone who came and that is truly priceless! I would recommend Classic Catering to anyone who is looking for a full service caterer.
Originally posted by Melanie Karsh Smith on Facebook.com on May 31, 2011 (5 stars)
My third child's bar mitzvah was this past weekend and Classic helped make it perfect! From our catered Friday night dinner, to the kiddush luncheon following services, to the gala party for 130 on Saturday night...people are still RAVING about the food and the service. All of the wait staff was friendly and personable and helpful; Bobby Pressman did a fantastic job putting it all together. His help and advice with everything from hors d'oeuvres to main course, side dishes, salads and the most creative dessert table ever...could not have been better!
Originally posted by Melanie Karsh Smith on Facebook.com on May 17, 2011 (5 stars)
Here at the Baltimore Ravens, we host our top business partners at an annual event at our Training Facility in Owings Mills. Classic Catering is an integral part of the success of the event. When you're in front of your top clients, it's a load off our minds knowing the Classic Team is all over every detail of the event--from planning the menu, actual food prep and service all the way down to the event set-up, decor and flow of the event. Kelly Girard does a masterful job of handling the event with us from A to Z. It's easy to see that the entire Classic staff working our event takes real pride in the execution and success of the ENTIRE event -- not just the food and beverage service itself. We've hosted the event with Classic for several years now but in NO way is there complacency or a sense of routine from their side. If anything, I personally received even more positive comments on the Food and service from our event with them this past May than any event before that. The Best just keeps getting better it seems. Thanks to Eddie D., Kelly and the entire team at Classic.
Originally posted by Marietta Koch Nolley on Facebook.com on May 16, 2011 (5 stars)
I have had the pleasure of working with Classic Catering for over 20 years. Their attention to detail is superb, the food and presentation extraordinary, and the staff exemplary. Most recently they catered a brunch to benefit the H.P. Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens. There were rave reviews by more than 200 people who attended.
Originally posted by Susan Yim on Facebook.com on May 9, 2011 (5 stars)
I used Classic to cater a surprise 80th birthday party for my mom. I was pretty nervous about pulling it off, but Alan Pressman & everyone else on the Classic team took care of EVERY detail! The event was a huge success that all of the guests will always remember. The food was delicious (especially the hors doerves); I still have a refrigerator full!
Originally posted by Rachel Nichols on Facebook.com on March 27, 2011 (5 stars)
“Five Stars”
Originally posted by Joy N. Moore on Facebook.com on March 18, 2011 (5 stars)
I had the great pleasure of using Classic Catering People for a fundraising event that I coordinated recently. During the planning stages, Alan Pressman was accessible, creative, professional, and a delight to work with. During the event, Alan and his team were superb. The food was absolutely delicious and all of the guests commented on the quality of the food, the beautiful presentation, and the professionalism of the staff.
I would book Classic Catering again in a heartbeat~
Originally posted by Jayme Gilden Wood on Facebook.com on February 16, 2011 (5 stars)
I have worked with The Classic Catering People on several events – from small dinner parties to school-wide events. They are fantastically detail oriented, provide wonderful guidance and their presentation is always excellent!
Originally posted by Deinise Beland Burdyck on Facebook.com on December 29, 2010 (5 stars)
I entered a contest on Facebook to win a Tailgate Feast for 10 catered by Classic Catering. And a wonderful surprise I actually WON!! The food that was delivered for our tailgate party was AWESOME!! IT WAS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! I will definitely keep Classic Catering at the top of my list for future parties and catered events in the future!!
Originally posted by Joy Liggon on Facebook.com on December 13, 2010 (5 stars)
The Classic Catering People is truly a Class Act! Kelly Girard and her team did a fantastic job on both of my corporate events and the execution, customer service and attention to detail were flawless! I would not hesitate to reach out to Classic for upcoming events!
Originally posted by Natalie Dixon on Facebook.com on December 1, 2010 (5 stars)
Alan Pressman and his team did it again! Another incredible event for the United Way of Central MD. Last night's event at the Frederick Douglass Meyers Maritime Museum welcoming Anquan Boldin to Baltimore as our Emerging Leaders United Honorary Chair was bustling with fans -- of Anquan's and of TCCP. Alan ensures that every single detail is thought through and carried out. The food was delicious (who knew finger food could taste that good) and the service outstanding. TCCP staff always lend a helping hand and go to great lengths to ensure a perfect event. Thanks again, looking forward to our next collaboration.
Originally posted by Jeanette Cantine Rockefeller on Facebook.com on November 16, 2010 (5 stars)
Many thanks to Alan Pressman for helping me pull off a fabulous surprise party for my husband's 50th birthday held at the Gramercy Mansion. I had complete confidence in his food selection and linen choices. Everything was FABULOUS and the food was delicious. Thanks Alan for making my job in planning the easy part!
Originally posted by Karen Baitch Rosenberg on Facebook.com on November 11, 2010 (5 stars)
If I haven't thanked Bobby enough already, just wanted to publicly thank him and his staff for a phenomenal job. From TCCP's creative ideas, unique presentations, phenomenal level of service and quality of the food, our event was exactly as expected - over-the-top catering without seeming so. Elegant and fun. We're grateful.
Originally posted by Jeanne Kuchan Hein on Facebook.com on November 9, 2010 (5 stars)
I've had the pleasure of working with The Classic Catering People for more than 10 years and each time it is a flawless experience. TCCP takes the time to listen to their clients to ensure that every aspect is perfectly planned and executed. Over the years, TCCP has catered dozens of BGE events and each has been superior - from the food and drink to the decor and service. The company owners, the event managers and the servers each take great pride in contributing to an experience that is a treat for the mouth and the eye! I just worked with Alan Pressman and Eileen Miles on the BGE Bull Roast and it was about as close to perfect as an event could be. (Our 1,500 guest agree!) TCCP is simply fabulous and I give them the highest possible recommendation!
Originally posted by Christina Hardy on Facebook.com on October 15, 2010 (5 stars)
I attended a lovely reception at a private home in Baltimore County this week. The food was amazing and the staff were wonderful and thoughtful - no surprise, Classic Catering does not disappoint. Another job well done!
Originally posted by Cate McCarthy on Facebook.com on September 8, 2010 (5 stars)
From the first encounter to the truck leaving the driveway, Classic Catering is a first class operation. Anthony prepared a meal that was beyond delectable. Debbie, "the boss" was anything but that stereotype-she managed the evening in a manner that was totally unobtrusive and every thing flowed without a hitch. Donald did so much and yet always conveyed an attitude of sincere ease. Without hesitation I can recommend Classic Catering and their professional, classic and warm staff.
Originally posted by Jen Picciotto Eames on Facebook.com on August 11, 2010 (5 stars)
Classic Catering made our July wedding absolutely spectacular! The menu was inventive, fun, exciting and, most importantly, delicious! They really made our entire process fun and stress-free. Bobby and Ellen took amazing care of us during the planning time and especially on-site. I will use Classic again and again.
Comment by Shannon Bailey-Puller: You should totally be their spokes person.,,lol. The food was great and lots to choose from
Comment by Kelly Broxton Katsafanas: The food was incredible. Yummy! But the bride and groom really made the day
Comment by Tulip Saad: Congratulations Jen so happy for you , hope you had a great wedding and a amazing honey moon . Wish you all the best to you and your husband
Comment by Billy Denis: My brother mike knows the owners I think from classic. I know my mother uses them all the time for parties. They are good. Prob one of the best In Baltimore.
Originally posted by Teresa Hanyok on Facebook.com on July 25, 2010 (5 stars)
My daughter and i love the summer cooking camp!!! This is our second year attending. My daughter tries new foods there esp vegetables that she never would have gone near at home. And she loves them!! Now she eats them at home. They have taken a picky eater and turned her into an adventurous one. The class is fun the people running it are warm welcoming knowledgeable. We can't wait for next year's class. Thank you classic catering!!!!
Originally posted by Anna Dopkin on Facebook.com on July 18, 2010 (5 stars)
Wow, Wow, Wow! Classic Catering People catered our amazing wedding a few weeks ago in downtown Baltimore at the Museum of Industry. For full disclosure we are related to the owners; however, we think our 200 independent guests would agree the venue looked awesome and the food was downright delicious and plentiful. We still can’t believe how beautiful the tented Chuppah was with the Inner Harbor behind us as we said our vows.
Unlike most couples, the groom and I left total delegation to the Classic team as we never sampled a morsel beforehand or picked a linen etc. prior to the event. Frankly we suggest more couples let go of the process. We seriously left all the details to the pros given our busy work schedules. Okay we should get some credit. We did pick two amazing music groups that helped create the mood for the service and the reception: The Montibello Strings and the Source.
As for the food, we do not know where to begin. It was clear the Classic Team carefully selected items that would compliment the casual style wedding we were looking for yet still have a handful of “SUPER-“WOW” items. Especially popular were the mouth-watering miso-glazed sea scallops (the bride’s favorite), the meaty lobster rolls, and the fantastic raw bar section which was accompanied by an array of cool interesting sauces to dip your oysters in. Of course there was plenty for the carnivores to eat such as lamb chops with rhubarb barbecue sauce and grilled chicken breasts on a bed of lentils.
Our guests are still raving about the multi-item dessert bar including a gelato table that complimented the 90 degree day quite well. Some of our other special treats were the individual fresh peach and banana cream pies as well as a blueberry pudding cake. Also devoured was our wedding cake – none other than the sinfully decadent Pimlico Cake (if you don’t know what this is – you are missing out on life! Trust us on this one). Anna & Jim
Originally posted by Ayme Ay Smith Lederman on Facebook.com on July 7, 2010 (5 stars)
We attended the Cooking Camp Classic the other night. My daughter ( years old) had a great time. They totally engaged the kids. Asked each of them questions by name, totally included them in the discussions. The recipes were simple but good. The kids actually made each dish, Classic cooked it and then you took it home that night. You even got to taste test the dishes at the end of the night. It was a great time, I would highly recommend it.
Originally posted by Ellen Hoitsma on Facebook.com on June 7, 2010 (5 stars)
Thank you SO much for coming to our school for Days of Taste. Our Park School third graders ADORED your exploration of taste, of balance in our menus, how to make a yummy salad, and learning about the sources of our food. The experience definitely teaches the next generation about healthy food choices. A whole-grade experience as we had built a stronger community for us around delicious food and wonderful role models! Bravo!
Originally posted by Carrie DeLeon Moore on Facebook.com on May 17, 2010 (5 stars)
Classic Catering and Lynn Piette did an absolute superb job catering our recent wedding at the Evergreen Museum. We got tons of compliments on the food and the service was great. Lynn was especially helpful in taking care of all the last-minute details. Thanks for everything!
Originally posted by Randi Wallenstein Benesch on Facebook.com on May 11, 2010 (5 stars)
Classic Catering is a pleasure to work with every step of the way. The food is always wonderful and the service and professionalism of the staff cannot be beat. They serve 540 guests at a seated dinner at five different dining rooms on different levels of an old theater (with no in-house kitchen) and make it look easy! I love working with the entire Classic team.
Comment by Lisa Nelson Heffner: Love them too.
Originally posted by Barry Fuller on Facebook.com on May 6, 2010 (5 stars)
We live in Scottsdale and attended a party in Baltimore last year catered by Classic. I couldn't believe how good the food was, the service was sensational and the skills of the person who managed the party was supreme. I can't wait to go to another Classic party!
Originally posted by Laura Balint Kuryk on Facebook.com on April 30, 2010 (5 stars)
My husband and I were recently married, 11 months ago, at the Baltimore Museum of Industry. The wedding was impeccable-food, drinks, service- and that was all thanks to the Classic Catering People...Classic will always be our catering people!
Originally posted by Susan Naumann Levinson on Facebook.com on April 30, 2010 (5 stars)
Classic Catering is the only caterer I'll work with! They've handled every event we've chaired and remain our 'go to' great food source for our parties & holidays. We LOVE Classic Catering People!!!
Originally posted by Margaret Blake on Facebook.com on April 27, 2010 (5 stars)
This will be the 4th year I have personnally worked with Classic Catering on the annual Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Gala event.
The expertise, advice and diligence to ensure the event ran efficiently and effortlessly were invaluable.
Their culinary creations and impeccable service team added the elegance and style that helped to make the Gala evening memorable for our guests and a tremendous success for our organization.
Eddie and Terry -- I don't know what I would have done without you.
Originally posted by Megan Collins on Facebook.com on April 27, 2010 (5 stars)
Thank you! Classic for always making my events special and unique!
Originally posted by Lynne Waranch on Facebook.com on April 26, 2010 (5 stars)
I have used Classic for those special moments in our lives for about 14 years and have never been disappointed! My daughter recently got married and Classic was once again our choice to cater the wedding because we wanted it to be special and perfect! Bobby Pressman was a pleasure to work with and his expertise made the planning so simple. He took a ton of stress off of my shoulders and planned this wedding easily and uniquely. Everything was perfect.. the food was creative and superb, the table set-ups were beautiful and because Bobby worked closely with the other vendors(band, photographers,etc.) scheduling of the evening was executed flawlessly! The staff could not have been more attentive and friendly! It was an incredible evening where we could relax and enjoy ourselves because we were in great hands! I plan on using Classic for hopefully many more wonderful life events to come and would recommend you do the same!!!!!!!
Originally posted by Martha Stephan Marani on Facebook.com on April 26, 2010 (5 stars)
For the second year, Classic Catering catered a community fundraiser for a small committee of volunteers with a very tight budget. Once again, it was a great event, and Alan Pressman and and his staff are largely to thank for that. Ellen, Sierra, Hasan, John and Roy did a stellar job--professional, unflappable, attentive and accommodating. The food was terrific (I particularly liked the chocolate cake lollipops). Alan's overall vision for the space and coordination pulled it all together beautifully. And we are very grateful for his flexibility with our cost-cutting measures.
Comment by Caroline Fohlin: A great event, Martha, once again. Thanks for organizing!
Originally posted by Catherine V. Smith on Facebook.com on April 21, 2010 (5 stars)
I coordinate 4-6 events a month and have been using Classic Catering exclusively for years. The quality of the food and service are the best. When I have an event, I never worry because Classic is there to take care of all the details. Got a party to plan?...call Classic and ask for Lynn Piette. She is amazing!
Comment by Lisa Kawata: Two thumbs up. Very delicious every time, love their curry chicken salad.
Originally posted by Maeve Finn on Facebook.com on April 20, 2010 (5 stars)
Classic Catering is the best Caterer in Maryland and D.C.!!! No question, No Doubt !!! Every Dish is fantastic!!
