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On WeddingWire since 2016

A personalized wedding catering company in Portland, Maine, French Picnic is owned and run by veteran chef Edward Bondellio. Before launching his own catering company, Bondellio gained cooking experience from his Italian grandparents and working in top restaurants in Manhattan. One fact that remains constant through his cookery, aside from delicious taste, is understanding the value of quality ingredients. All this knowledge is encompassed when you choose French Picnic to cater your wedding!

Cuisine
French Picnic is a wedding only catering company that specializes in three courses, family-style dinners, and multiple vegetarian side dishes backed up with grilled and roasted meats and seafood. The cuisine is based on the Mediterranean basin but touches on the Middle and the Far East as well. In addition to hors d’oeuvres inspired by Paris or full meals off the coast of Nice, Bondellio also creates Italian, Asian and Thai dishes. He is more than happy to accommodate various kinds of dietary restrictions like lactose-free, gluten-free, vegan and more.

Other Services
With French Picnic, you are guaranteed a delectable meal that your guests will rave about, but you also get excellent service and unmatched professionalism. Some of the additional services that are offered when booking this catering company include:

  • Various serving styles (buffet, station, cake, family style, etc.)
  • Full bar service
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • Food and beverage items

Frequently asked questions

What catering services do you provide?

Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Server(s)
Stations

What types of cuisine do you cater?

Asian
French
Italian

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
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Any other questions?

Reviews of French Picnic

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French Picnic received glowing reviews for their exceptional service and delicious, farm-to-table, locally-sourced food. Edward and his team were highly praised for their responsiveness, creativity, and ability to exceed expectations, even in challenging weather conditions. Guests raved about the flavorful dishes, such as the barbecue chicken and Thai Coconut Tofu Curry, and the intimate, family-style catering. Reviewers appreciated Edward's accommodating nature, attention to detail, and personalized approach to menu planning, making French Picnic a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable culinary experience for their wedding day.

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French Picnic received glowing reviews for their exceptional service and delicious, farm-to-table, locally-sourced food. Edward and his team were highly praised for their responsiveness, creativity, and ability to exceed expectations, even in challenging weather conditions. Guests raved about the flavorful dishes, such as the barbecue chicken and Thai Coconut Tofu Curry, and the intimate, family-style catering. Reviewers appreciated Edward's accommodating nature, attention to detail, and personalized approach to menu planning, making French Picnic a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable culinary experience for their wedding day.

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Sayuri S. Sent on 09/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Meal!

Edward and his entire team at French Picnic were an absolute dream to work with! From the moment we first started communicating them over a year before our wedding to the actual wedding day, he was responsive, communicative, thoughtful, and accommodating! The food was absolutely exceptional - I had several family and friends rave about the entire meal, particularly the steak and the appetizers! The food was beautifully plated and the meal was served right on time -- I could not recommend French Picnic more!
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Kelly G. Sent on 11/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding food my guests have ever had

Edward and his team were absolutely fantastic. Our guests raved about the food!! Edward and his team went above and beyond to ensure that everything looked and tasted amazing. Thank you French Picnic!!
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Victoria J. Sent on 08/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Above and beyond!

French Picnic went above and beyond our expectations for our wedding! From our first time speaking with Edward on the phone to our tasting it was clear the passion and gift he and his team has. Every appetizer and course is made with such precise detail and exquisite taste and flavors. He was always quick to respond and a delight to work with. The family style catering was exactly what we had envisioned, and all our guests loved how intimate it was. We highly recommend them!
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French Picnic frequently asked questions

French Picnic offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
At French Picnic, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • Asian
  • French
  • Italian
At French Picnic, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
French Picnic provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
To cater to all tastes, French Picnic offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
French Picnic is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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