City Seed endeavors to support a "just food system". They do that through their Farmers Markets in…read moreNew Haven, which are designed to remove barriers to access to nutritious food. Their Sanctuary Kitchen project bolsters another objective -- encouraging fairness and participation in the entrepreneurial aspects of food business. As I understand Sanctuary Kitchen, they offer fair wage employment opportunities in a food catering and grab and go type business to immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers. I believe these people are encouraged to help expose people to world cuisines that are meaningful to them. You can order food for pickup at designated times. You can also buy the food at the Farmers Markets. I recently visited the Sunday City Seed Market at Edgewood Park near the Westville neighborhood of New Haven. There were a variety of foods. I grabbed a tasty hunmus and a box of the donut style falafel. Both good. But I was really intrigued by the Iraqi food offerings because I haven't knowingly had Iraqi food. I bought Iraqi Carrot and Dill rice, Iraqi Lentil Soup and Iraqi Vegetable Curry Soup. Since I'm not experienced in Iraqi cuisine, I can't speak to authenticity or make a comparative quality analysis. The food seemed nutrient rich. I'm not sure if this a cultural thing or the preference of the individual cook, I think the food needed a bit more salt across the board. Also, in terms of texture, the rice was good, but the soups seemed a bit overcooked and had a softer texture than I would expect. I was happy to have a chance to try these foods and I applaud the mission of City Seed. 4.25 Stars

I often attend the Saturday morning City Seed Farmers Market and like to pick up some freshly made…read morehummus or other prepared food from the sanctuary kitchen who attends the market. The ladies who work there are friendly and describe their prepared foods well. The hummus is my favorite go to food.

We loved working with Fork In The Woods! Greg was able to source a brilliant chef for a Private…read moreDinner that I planned in the Poconos. Everything from communication, planning, pricing, our wonderful private chef and the unbelievable food was perfect from beginning to end! Chef Clara was so fun to work with and her food was out of this world - this was a surprise for my family who has never experienced this before and it is a memory that my parents and family will have forever. Thanks to Greg and Chef Clara!

Greg was such a great asset to having our events run smoothly. He was incredibly prompt in helping…read moreto menu plan and able to talk us through multiple options and variables that best suited our diverse group of diners. When a few of our logistics and number of guests changed, Greg was able to re-calibrate and provide a beautifully served meal that was on time and elegantly plated. In addition to his wonderful culinary skills, we found Greg to be incredibly personable, professional and incredibly knowledge on his craft. I would highly recommend Greg's services. We already have it planned to book him again for a friends Bridal Shower in the Fall. Thanks Greg!

Chef Jhonathan Catered our family gathering Two years ago in the celebration of our baptism of our…read morefirst son. We had the party at home With our family and everyone raved about the food! It was so yummy and we had lots of leftovers And even a dry rub that we kept on using again and again and again. And one month after the birth of our first son My husband Hired chef Jhonathan to come to our house for a cooking class For two in Manhattan. It was so good and we had so much fun learning knife skills I would hire Truffle and basil again in a heartbeat And would recommend his cooking classes And catering to anyone And everyone!

Chef Jonathan, owner of Truffle and Basil, delivers!…read more I recently hosted a 15-person bridal shower dinner in my NYC apartment. Truffle and Basil did an amazing job. The menu included: Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus Slow-Roasted Tomato Crostini with Balsamic Glaze Mixed Seasonal Greens Oven Roasted Pork Loin with Israeli Couscous and Haricot Vert The food received rave reviews including one person who said, "The pork was the best she had ever had." Truffle and Basil made the party really special and the best part was it was stress-free for me. The owner came to my apartment the week before to see what cooking supplies he needed to bring to supplement my kitchen and plan the menu. The day of: Two chefs arrived at 1:00 to prepare for the 7pm dinner and stayed until 10pm to help clean up. They not only left my kitchen spotless but left it better than they found it. I can't say enough about Chef Jonathan, Chef Jennifer and Truffle and Basil. They took such pride in their jobs. The food was superb, the owner is incredibly thoughtful and diligent, and the chefs could not have been nicer. I highly recommend them and will use them again for future events.

My husband and I just recently got married at the Garden at the Hops Company in Derby, CT. Upon the…read morevendors recommendation, we reached out hoping to get a quote! Maria was so kind, enthusiastic, and accommodating!! She worked with us so that we were able to stay in budget, which was so beyond appreciated! The desserts and drinks were even more incredible than we could have ever imagined- weeks later we are STILL getting rave reviews from our friends and family!!!! Maria and her team were incredibly kind and professional and helped make our special day one of the best days of our lives!! Everything was beyond delicious but the affogato was a HUGE hit for a sunny & hot summer day treat! Can't recommend Caffe Bon enough!!!

What a wonderful concept. While working at NBC Sports on The Tokyo Olympics doing the 5pm to 5am…read moreprime time shift; this wonderful company showed up at midnight. They stayed til 4 am. I had a dirty chai tea, think chai tea with a shot of espresso. It was fantastic. Also tried the homemade chocolate croissant. So light and airy. They really nailed it. I also went back later and tried a Paris tea. Absolutely divine. Magnificent selection of quality teas. I do love a honey spoon as a stirrer. Best part was how sweet and patient the ladies were that were working crazy hours for us. Thank you

If you're looking for catering that doesn't just serve food but creates an unforgettable…read moreexperience, look no further than C'est Si Bon Catering & Events. From the very first bite, you can taste the love, passion, and creativity poured into every dish. The flavors are bold yet refined, the presentation is stunning, and the attention to detail is unmatched. Their team goes above and beyond to make sure every guest feels cared for--from customizing menus to fit your vision, to flawless service that makes you feel like royalty. Whether it's an intimate gathering, a wedding, or a large celebration, they turn every event into something magical. C'est Si Bon isn't just catering--it's an experience that leaves you talking about the food long after the party is over. If you want your event to be remembered for all the right reasons, this is the team to trust. One word: phenomenal.

We had Chef Kamal and his team create a special birthday dinner. He was very responsive and…read moreanswered all questions. The food was amazing! There were multiple courses and he explained what each course was. Everyone enjoyed the experience and would definitely do this again! His team was professional. They came early to start prepping and left everything tidy. Would highly recommend!