Different Tastes Inc. Featured Vendor 5.0 out of 5.0 5.0/5.0
The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little 'extra'.
103A Broadway, Boston, MA 02150
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617-884-3791
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Business Info
Services: Catering
Established: 1981
Employees: 75
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About

The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little ‘extra’.

It is from this belief that founder and president, Jack Milan, built Different Tastes in 1981.  Today, the same philosophy is embraced in every detail and by each professional who joins us.  Together, we make for a talented team who share a passion for perfection, a lifetime of experience and a love of entertaining

In addition to extraordinary food, Different Tastes is also known for its attentive service, creativity, innovation, attention to detail and the ability to overcome any challenge presented to them.  Different Tastes thrives on making the impossible possible.

The essence of our company is best captured by our clients and employees who often use the phrase ‘a sophisticated sense of simplicity’ to describe a Different Tastes event. No matter what the occasion, we will design with you, our client, a memorable day that each and every guest will remember for years to come.



Winner - 2009 - Proud recipent of the International Caterers Association's John Mossman Award - Bestowed upon caterers for their contribution to the special events and catering industry.  There have been only five recipients of this prestigious award in thirty years.

Finalist - 2009 ACE (Achievement in Catering Excellence) award - Catersource 
Winner –
2006 Spotlight award ’International Catering Company of the Year ’ – Event Solutions Magazine
Winner - 2006 CATIE (Catered Arts Through Innovative Excellence) - ’Most Innovative Tote Cuisine
Winner - 2005 CATIE - Chef of the Year
Winner - 2005 'Caterer of the Year - Catering Magazine
Winner - 2 - 2004 CATIEs - ’Innovative Mixology’ and ’Most Innovative Food Centerpiece’
Winner – 2002 and 2003 International Caterers Association Gala Award
Winner - 5 -2003 CATIEs - "Trend in the Industry’, Celebration Cake’, ’Picnic or Barbecue’, ’Event Less Than $10000’ and ’Themed Buffet’
Winner - 2000 'Caterer of the Year' - Catering Magazine

 

Serving New England and New York

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Endorsements
Different Tastes consistently serves up interesting and creative fare. They are true professionals that have beens serving Boston for years. They work well under pressure and can do a wide range of foods. We recommend them highly.
Consistently reliable, easy to work with and professional. Their culinary delights are delicious and presented colorfully!
Any chance I have to recommend a caterer I make sure that I tell them about Different Tastes. Jack Milan's food, service and creativity are fantastic. They can do anything from a backyard clambake for a few to a formal, multi course, sit down affair for hundreds. Their food is never the usual- it's always exceptional. You can be confident that if you use Different Tastes you will be thrilled with your experience.

Frequently Asked Questions for Catering
What catering services do you provide?
Buffet, Cocktail Reception, French, Hors d'oeuvres - Displayed, Hors d'oeuvres - Passed, Plated, Stations
 
What bar services do you provide?
Limited Bar, Open Bar
 
What alcohol services do you provide?
Champagne Toast, House Beer, House Wine, Premium Liquor
 
What types of cuisine do you cater?
African, American (New), American (Traditional), British, Cajun, Carribean, Chinese, French, Indian, Italian, Latin American, Mediterranean, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Southern, Southwestern, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese
 
Do you accommodate dietary needs?
Vegan, Vegetarian
 
Do you offer a tasting for potential clients?
We offer food tastings to prospective clients once a pretty firm menu has been designed and once the fields of potential caterers has been whittled down to three prospects.
 
Are you also able to provide the wedding cake?
We are able to provide wedding cakes. Pretty basic designs. If yoou should want a more detailed design, we order those cakes from another vendor.
 
If a bride decides to bring her own wedding cake, do you have a cake cutting fee? If yes, how much is the fee?
We do not charge for a cake cutting fee. The employees are being paid by the client and, as far as we're concerned, the cutting of the cake is one of their duties, whether the cake comes from us or from another vendor.
 
Are you licensed to sell alcohol? If yes, where are you licensed?
We are not licensed to sell alcohol. However, we are licensed to serve alcohol. Beverages are usually supplied by the client but we will accommodate by helping the client find that alcohol vendor.
 
Do you allow outside alcohol? If yes, what is the corkage fee?
We do not have a corkage fee. This is ust another duty of the bar tender.
 
Do you provide rentals for items such as linens and flatware?
We provide all rentals.
 
Are you able to provide your own wait staff?
We provide our own trained wait staff.
 
What is your maximum catering capacity?
1000

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