Thanks to Maria and the Clambake Connection team, my now husband and I were able to have the wedding we didn’t think would be possible! While we weren’t set on many of the details for our wedding, one of our top priorities was having a laid back lobster bake. Little did we know how difficult that would prove to be in Manhattan. After another Connecticut-based lobster bake caterer seemed to be overwhelmed with the logistics that would be involved in our wedding, we found ourselves searching for another caterer with just a few months to go. We stumbled upon the Clambake Connection site and could not have had better luck! From our first conversation with Maria, she immediately put us at ease and was committed to making our vision a reality. Our venue typically partners with an exclusive caterer so, needless to say, bringing in a lobster bake posed several logistical challenges—Maria approached each and every one with a positive spirit and a willingness to problem solve. She drove into Manhattan from Connecticut for a site visit and made us feel so comfortable with her from our first meeting.

Our wedding was yesterday and, while we were worried about several elements, we didn’t worry about Maria and her team for a moment. The food was delicious—many of our guests said it was the best wedding food they’d ever had—and Maria was there throughout the reception with her typical smiling face to check in on us and ensure that everything went off without a hitch.

We cannot put into words how grateful we are to Maria and her team—thank you for making our Manhattan lobster bake a reality!

I don't know where to begin with Maria and the team at Clambake Connection! We used them for our destination wedding in the Catskills, NY. Maria was extremely responsive to all of our calls and emails. We set up a tasting and were able to pick up various items (aside from the shellfish) from their location to try at home. For the wedding we decided to have lobster and shellfish clam bake with a pig roast and BBQ chicken. It was PHENOMENAL! Our guests to this day tell us it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. We had cornbread, Mac & Cheese, coleslaw and tomato salad on the side. For dessert, we didn't want cake, and instead Maria brought all the fixings (minus the ice-cream) for an awesome ice cream sundae bar. I couldn't recommend Maria and her team enough, I hope to use the Clambake Connection again for something in the future!

Nothing but positive reviews for Clambake Connection. Our wedding was catered (food and open bar) by Maria and her staff. Maria was very communicative throughout the whole process. Her team was very courteous and professional, and with their help, the venue looked beautiful for the wedding! The food was absolutely delicious, and our guests loved it! Writing this review a few days later, I still have cravings for the lobster and clams! I will definitely recommend Clambake Connection for anyone seeking to host events in the future.