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    Stephanie E. Sent on 03/06/2024
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    A fun and memorable experience!

    Watch Hill catering made everything so easy for us! The food was creative and delicious, and we didn't stress the way so many couples do when planning the details of a wedding because they expertly walked us through everything from venue set up and decor to food and drinks. Samantha was incredibly helpful and we are so thankful for her organization and professionalism!
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    Nicky V. Sent on 12/14/2023
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    After Party

    We had our wedding after party here and it was absolutely perfect! We had the entire venue to ourselves, allowing for enough space for dancing, drinking games, and cigars. The late night snacks were perfect, and Samantha was so responsive. 10/10 recommend.
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    Allie O. Sent on 12/21/2023
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    Hands down the best caterer you could find

    There are truly no words for how much my husband and I love Samantha and her staff. We live in New Jersey and planned our wedding in Newport with so much help from Samantha. From start to finish, she was always responsive, super nice, very knowledgeable and incredibly affordable.
    The food was INCREDIBLE. There was not a single thing at our tasting that we didn’t love, it was hard to narrow down what to pick. Day of the food was even better than I remembered, and all of our guests said it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had. Samantha made sure my husband and I ate first, and saved 2 boxes of food for us at the end of the night. One of the guys on her staff even dropped it off at our hotel to get late since they knew we were going out after.
    Not to mention Samantha basically acted as my wedding day coordinator, setting up all of our decor for us, getting us out the door on time and in order, making sure the DJ played the right song at the right time. She even ran up to the bridal sweet when I realized I forgot the wedding rings there.

    She made this a truly perfect day and I am so grateful for her and her team.

    Realizing 3 months later my photographer didn’t take any photos of food (we did passed canapés, taco bar and build your own fried rice bar) so including a photo from our tasting)
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    Tyler M. Sent on 11/17/2022
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    Excellent wedding caterer!

    From the beginning of our time working with Watch Hill to the end, Samantha and her team went above and beyond. They helped guide us through the planning process and ensure the day itself ran smoothly. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and communication was always easy. They thought of the little details we didn't, and that made all the difference. I would recommend Watch Hill Catering to anyone planning a wedding, and I hope to host another event one day that would allow me to work with them again.
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    Peggy M. Sent on 11/05/2022
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    Above and beyond

    Watch Hill Caterers went above and beyond to ensure the success of our event. They were professional, imaginative, enthusiastic and the quality of service was beyond compare. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Every detail was flawless. They adhered to ourq budget and we got a big bang for our bucks. We would higly recommend Watch Hill Caterers.
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    Jamie-Anne P. Sent on 11/03/2022
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    Beach Wedding

    Wonderful experience! Didn’t have to worry about a thing!!
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    Jordan A. Sent on 12/07/2022
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    Purslow Wedding 9/10/2022

    We got married back in September. My husband and I couldn’t stop thinking about the food after Watch Hill set up a taste test to allow us to try everything we picked from their diverse menu options.
    On the day of the wedding they handled everything from setting up the venue for the ceremony and reception, providing an amazing mobile pub that our guests loved, and their top tier appetizers and dinner. They even handled break down of all tables, chairs etc. The staff was amazing, and Sam did an amazing job handling everything that made our special day so memorable.
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    Kristin K. Sent on 11/12/2022
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    Five stars all around! Watch Hill Catering is amazing!

    My husband and I got married in the backyard of my mother's house. Food is one of the reasons we avoided having a hotel wedding. It's always the same and always blah. Many of our wedding guests were flying in from out of town. For most, this was going to be their first and most likely last time visiting Rhode Island. We really wanted to be able to give our guests a taste of all the great food "Rhode Island/New England" has to offer. I actually randomly found Watch Hill Catering in a google search. I reached out and Samantha responded shortly after. She said they'd be more than happy to put together a sample menu based on the details I provided. They created a custom menu to match my “September New England Wedding” theme. We went for a tasting and asked to sign the paperwork right then and there. Their entire team is absolutely fantastic - Samantha, Marisa, the Executive Chef, bartenders, servers - seriously, everyone! They literally made all the food at my mom's house - cocktail hour with passed apps and pasta station and a sit-down dinner for 94 guests. They handled the cake-cutting. Plus, we had an iced coffee bar and a milkshake station. Two months later, my friends and family still talk about how unbelievable the food and drinks were. Mission accomplished! Watch Hill also made us a couple of fabulous signature cocktails and mocktails for the kids. They're seriously the best!!
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    Carl B. Sent on 07/06/2022
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    Fantastic beach-front birthday party!

    Watch Hill Catering put on a 90th birthday party that all our guests raved about. The food was delicious and the ocean-front venue was spectacular. Samantha and her crew were flexible, adjusting the venue only a couple hours before a thunderstorm was scheduled to hit. They designed a menu that satisfied all our guests, including delicious freshly steamed lobster. Impeccable service made the evening relaxed and enjoyable.
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    Joan K. Sent on 06/21/2022
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    A Family Barbecue

    Another wonderful experience with Watch Hill Catering. This was a family barbecue with about 25 attendees. Samantha had great suggestions during the planning phase. Food arrived right on time and was delicious! The family raved! Wish we lived closer so we could take advantage of WHC more often than once a year.
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    Edward R. Sent on 05/19/2022
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    Nothing but professional

    Excellent food, service, staff
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    Lisa K. Sent on 11/03/2021
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    Incredible dinner meeting under the stars!

    For the first time in our organizations history we took a chance and moved from a banquet facility to an outdoor event for our annual meeting. BEST DECISION EVER because the food and presentation from Watch Hill Catering blew away our guests. We have had so many requests to continue this format and with this specific caterer. Their team worked with stealth like precision to serve during the program. And from the hosts perspective, they were 100% on top of every detail throughout the process. They gave me the confidence to go forward with a 220 person event. We would highly recommend these pros and use them again in a heart beat. Thank you Sam and team!
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    Kathy K. Sent on 11/03/2021
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    Watch Hill catering was great

    Samantha and her staff at Watch Hill Catering we’re great to work with.Friendly and efficient.
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    Elizabeth H. Sent on 11/05/2021
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    Highly recommend

    The whole team from my point of contact to the servers were amazing. I cannot recommend them more. They were just fantastic! Food was fabulous (2 different events) very flexible when we needed to make some last minute changes. Great on responsiveness. Would use them again over anyone else.
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    Amy Sent on 11/04/2021
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    Book them now

    10/10 service, 5 gold stars, will recommend forever & always. Watch Hill Catering provided incredible service and food for our September 2021 wedding at Preston Ridge Vineyard. The guests were raving about the food from start to finish- chef is truly talented and can appeal all palates. Service was fantastic, everyone was sure to make sure we sat and had our apps & meals as well! Super accomodating and Sam & Marissa were so easy to work with during the planning process. They helped with bathroom rentals, our sweetheart table, and we got the Mobile Pub which was a hit! Forever thankful to this awesome team! They will make sure your day goes perfectly!
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    Michelle R. Sent on 11/04/2021
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    Excellent Food & Service

    The Club hired Watch Hill Catering for our end of season staff party. Their staff was professional and prompt, while the food was delicious. I cannot more highly recommend their services for any event.
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    Carrie B. Sent on 11/04/2021
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    Private Home Donor Reception

    We used Watch Hill Catering for a high level donor event at a private home. They were excellent from start to finish - from helping to design a menu based on the group and venue to being flexible as changes arose. Onsite, the team was professional and followed through. The food was plentiful and delicious! As an event professional with over 20 years of experience, I would definitely use Watch Hill Catering again!
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    Kristina P. Sent on 11/04/2021
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    Artful Catering!

    Watch Hill Catering was such a delight to work with! They made everything simple and were very helpful throughout the process. Our rehearsal dinner was hosted in an art museum and the venue had some last minute requirements of guests and catering. Watch Hill was highly accommodating and worked so well with them. We opted for the buffet option and the food was wonderful!! I had the salmon and it was seasoned perfectly and served hot. Everyone was talking about it. We also used the bar service offered. That was a hit as well! The waitstaff were highly friendly and professional. We could not have been happier with the experience as a whole!
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    Amy H. Sent on 11/06/2021
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    So grateful to Watch Hill Catering for making our wedding amazing!

    Everyone at Watch Hill Catering was a pleasure to work with! Chef John and his staff impressed all of us with wonderful food; beautiful presentation and perfect timing! Samantha and the WHC crew were professional and so much fun! All of our guests say it was the best wedding they have been to! It was all beautiful and so nice to be able to just trust them with all the details! Everything was just perfect!
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    Britt I. Sent on 11/20/2021
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    Amazing and Unique Catering!

    Samantha and her team were so wonderful! She was willing to meet us closer to where we live and talk about catering options in the initial planning. We had a great tasting and they were flexible and had unique options. The tasting was like a dinner party. At the wedding, the catering team did all the decorating so beautifully and all of our guests complimented the unique food options and how refreshing it was compared to traditional wedding food. I would recommend them to anyone!
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    Brandon T. Sent on 11/03/2021
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    Great experience

    Sam was great to work with and very responsive, as well as preparing great food!
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    Nathan K. Sent on 05/17/2021
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    Amazing team & Delicious Food!

    The Watch Hill Catering team was a pleasure to work with from start to finish! They went above and beyond not only to provide us with delicious food on our wedding day but also to help make sure everything was organized and set up as we needed. From the very first conversation we had with Samantha on the phone, we knew that they were going to be a fun, engaging team to work with, and they did not disappoint. Their team was helpful from early on in the planning process with multiple phone calls regarding timeline, food options, and other decisions we needed to make. To top it off, our wedding guests all raved about the food (especially the mac & cheese bar!). We highly recommend Watch Hill Catering; their food, team, and service were all amazing. Thank you to Samantha, Marissa and the rest of the team for making our wedding day absolutely perfect!
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    Kim R. Sent on 10/30/2020
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    Focused on safety

    They did a great job ensuring safety during this crazy time. They prepared individually boxed labeled items with all condiments, silverware inside. It made our guests feel comfortable and made the day so much easier. They were easy to work with, organized and responsive. I'm glad we chose Watch Hill Catering to cater our wedding in a tent at our home.
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    Laura Sent on 11/01/2020
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    Perfection from start to finish!

    The Watch Hill Catering team was a pleasure to work with every step of the way. The professionalism of the lead team ensures that every step of the process is seamless and guarantees your day will be perfect. They are passionate to ensure each detail is accounted for and work as a team with other vendors. Beyond the front end service, the food is creative, unique, flavorful and impeccably presented. We were smiling all through our tasting and looked forward to the sharing the meal again with anticipation our whole engagement! Additionally the Mobile Pub service adds character and fun to your celebration, ensuring party goers a unique and memorable experience! Over all we can't say enough good things about Watch Hill Catering. They made our day!
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