Cocktail hour salmon appetizer

Catering

Food

Nothing delights like exquisite cuisine, whether you’re hosting a party, corporate event, or wedding. In the highest traditions of understated, yet impeccable hospitality, we take every detail into account and pride ourselves on flawless execution of each and every event.

Our Executive Chef leads an expert culinary team, expressing the rich history and character of the region through seasonal flavors, local produce, and the freshest ingredients we can source.

Ease your mind with one of our refined yet approachable menus, or work with our team to design your own.

Local partners

At Willowdale we believe our food should be as special as the guests we serve. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of hospitality, anticipating your needs and exceeding your expectations. That is why we partner with purveyors we know, trust, and love to work with who provide the finest ingredients.

IRON OX FARM - ESSEX, MA

CEDAR ROCK GARDEN – GLOUCESTER, MA

WILDLY ROOTED - ESSEX, MA

IPSWICH SHELLFISH – IPSWICH, MA

CASTLE HILL LOBSTER COMPANY – IPSWICH, MA

MOZZARELLA HOUSE – PEABODY, MA

A selection of food on a table outside
Willowdale Farm Greens Salad

Sustainability & Service

We’re committed to minimizing our environmental impact through thoughtful, sustainable practices. We use compostable cups and straws at all events, significantly reducing single-use plastic waste. Our serving equipment, flatware, and glassware are fully reusable, reducing the impact of rental deliveries. Behind the scenes, over 60% of our food waste is composted with Black Earth Compost, and we maintain a robust recycling program that ensures all paper, cardboard, and glass are properly sorted and recycled. Sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s woven into every event we host.

As for catering, our guests couldn’t say enough that it was hands down the best food they’ve had at a wedding. We were drawn to Willowdale’s extensive catering menu because of its unique spins on hors d’oeuvres, all of their seasonal options, and so many amazing desserts and add-ons – it made it very difficult to choose because everything sounded incredible! On our wedding day, we certainly felt Willowdale’s focus and pride in their catering as all the food was extremely fresh and beautifully presented. We appreciated how meticulous their staff was and how readily available they were for any guests’ need all night long.

- Haley - Google Reviews

Diverse menu options

With the help of our experienced Events Team, you can create a custom menu based on our exceptional cuisine and a wide variety of beverage offerings.