CORE TEAM

Meet Our Elite Team

The culinary professionals who make every event extraordinary

Chef Chris Nirschel
FOUNDER

Chef Chris Nirschel

Executive Chef & Founder

25 Years of Mastery

"They call me the culinary bad boy, but I'm a bad boy with a heart of gold. Every event is a chance to create something extraordinary."
800+
Max Event Size
25+
Years Experience
Food Network StarFrench Culinary Institute103 5-Star Reviews
Chef Alex
SOUS CHEF

Chef Alex Mejia

Executive Chef

9 Years Partnership

The Culinary Maestro Behind Our Kitchen Magic

After 25 years of turning kitchens into culinary theaters and nine incredible years as our trusted right-hand man, Chef Alex Mejia has stepped into the spotlight as our Executive Chef.

Master of Many Cuisines:

  • French Cuisine - Classical technique meets creative soul
  • Mediterranean - Sun-soaked coastal café flavors
  • Italian - From rustic charm to refined elegance
9
Years Partnership
400+
Events Together
Culinary ExcellenceTeam Leadership9-Year Veteran
Hospitality Director
DIRECTOR

Hospitality Director

Luxury Event Management

10+ Years Elite Service

Bringing over a decade of distinguished experience in luxury event management and front-of-house excellence to elevate every guest experience.

50+
Premium Events
20+
Max Team Size
Luxury OperationsPrivate DiningVIP Service
Bar Manager
MANAGER

Bar Manager

Premium Beverage Program

Cocktail & Service Expert

Elevating cocktail programs and guest experience across all events with an emphasis on precision, speed, and presentation.

500+
Cocktails Crafted
100%
Guest Satisfaction
Mixology ExpertWine CurationBar Operations
Brent Wang - Floral Director
FLORAL DIRECTOR

Brent Wang

Miguel Changs

35 Years Global Artistry

Internationally renowned floral artist with 35 years of global experience. Distinguished clientele includes A-list celebrities and high-profile figures worldwide.

35+
Years Experience
A-List
Celebrity Clients
Floral ArtistryGlobal ExperienceLuxury Events

Elite Support Crew

Behind every event are logistics masterminds and perfectionists who ensure absolute execution.

Executive Event Coordinator

Orchestrates every detail from initial vision to flawless execution

Luxury event planning for Fortune 500 companies and celebrity clients

Culinary Operations Manager

Ensures kitchen precision and maintains Chef Chris's exacting standards

Fine dining operations and multi-venue coordination

Service Excellence Director

Trains and leads our white-glove service team for celebrity-level events

High-profile event service and VIP client management

Creative Design Specialist

Creates Instagram-worthy presentations and immersive dining environments

Event styling and social media content creation

Culture of Legendary Hospitality

These aren't just values on a wall—they're the principles that drive every decision, every dish, every moment.

Relentless Excellence

We don't just meet expectations—we obliterate them. Every dish, every detail, every moment.

"When a Michelin-starred critic attended one of our events unannounced, they called our work 'restaurant-quality perfection in an impossible setting.'"

Heart-Driven Service

Behind every perfect event is a team that genuinely cares about creating magic for our clients.

"During COVID-19, our team donated over 1,000 meals to frontline workers—because great food should heal communities."

Continuous Innovation

We push culinary boundaries while honoring tradition, always asking 'how can we make this extraordinary?'

"Our molecular gastronomy techniques have been adopted by three NYC restaurants—innovation is in our DNA."

Let Our Team Orchestrate Your Event

From Manhattan penthouses to Hamptons estates, our crew engineers unforgettable experiences with precision.

New York Catering

Precision cuisine, bespoke service, and New York sophistication across Manhattan, Westchester, and the Hamptons.

Service Area

Manhattan · Brooklyn · Queens · Westchester · The Hamptons · Tri-State Destinations

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