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Timothy S. Hopkins Catering
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"Timothy Hopkins Catering was the most incredible partner at our wedding in June 2023. The food was..."
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About this vendor
Timothy S. Hopkins Catering is a chef-owned and operated business. For over 45 years, Tim and his partner Paul ten Hope, have been the collective force behind some of the North Shore's most elegant and fun weddings. We specialize in delicious, locally sourced food made by our chef/owner and his team. Our service equally matches the excellence of our food.
Experience
Partners Tim and Paul have over 45 years of experience in the culinary world.
Awards
Timothy S. Hopkins Catering has won the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards for 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2025. We are also in The Knot Hall of Fame.f
Services Offered
Timothy S. Hopkins Catering offers the following services for your cuisine:
- Buffet
- Cake cutting
- Cocktail reception
- Dessert
- Family style
- Hors d'oeuvres
- Plated
- Servers
- Stations
- Tastings
- Bar
Cuisine
This catering services offer the following cuisine styles:
- American
- Cajun
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Indian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Latin American
- Mexican
- Middle Eastern
- Thai
Other Services
As well as their catering services, Timothy S. Hopkins Catering offers their planning services. These services include:
- Reception planning
- Referrals
- Timelines
- Delivery
- Drapery
- Event design
- Venue selection
Location
Timothy S. Hopkins Catering is based in Essex, Massachusetts, and services the Boston metropolitan area.
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23 years in business
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We speak English and Spanish
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Reviews of Timothy S. Hopkins Catering
Review summary
Timothy S. Hopkins Catering receives glowing reviews for their exceptional service, delicious food, and professionalism at weddings. Amber and Sarah are highlighted for their responsiveness, guidance, and attention to detail, making the planning process stress-free. Guests continue to rave about the delectable food provided by the team, with many recommending Timothy S. Hopkins Catering for weddings and events.
Awesome Catering Company - Definitely Recommend!
Exceptional food and service
Great team, fresh local food!
We love TSH
Best Caterer Ever!
Sarah was an absolute pleasure to work with and always went above and beyond. The entire waitstaff and bartenders were incredibly kind and accommodating. Everything looked and tasted amazing!
If you want a wedding that people will never stop talking about for years, do yourself a favor and go with Timothy Hopkins Catering. Worth every penny!
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Timothy S. Hopkins is the top notch caterer for the North Shore of Boston. We have witnessed their professional manner, high quality offerings and attention to detail time and again. Their food preparation is always the freshest and their presentation is the most creatively crafted we have seen anywhere. They offer soup to nuts literally and figuratively with extra services for all your event planning needs as well.
Timothy Hopkins team is always creating something new. They are foodies, and love to show it! Fun, relaxed, yet very professional.
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- Cocktail Reception
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- Champagne Toast
- Premium Liquor
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- Cocktail Reception
- Custom Menu
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