An engagement party deserves food and service that match the meaning behind the celebration. At Willow & Sage Catering, we bring people together through thoughtful menus and attentive care. Based in Rumson, our team knows how to create a gathering that feels personal and runs effortlessly.
To plan an elegant engagement party, focus on creating a personalized experience with thoughtful food, professional service, and clear organization. Start with a conversation to design a menu that fits your style, from casual cocktail parties to intimate dinners. Ensure your event includes dietary options, proper setup, and coordinated service to make everything run smoothly.
Creating a Celebration That Feels Easy
Planning an engagement party is about setting the tone for the celebrations ahead. We help you do that through flavorful food, professional service, and clear organization. Our process starts with a conversation where we learn about your ideas, guest list, and favorite dishes. From there, we design a menu that fits your style, from outdoor cocktail evenings to intimate dinners with family and friends. We take care of the details so you can enjoy time with your guests. Our catering team serves New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, bringing full-service catering directly to your location.
Menus Designed Around You
Our modern American menus use fresh, seasonal ingredients that highlight real flavor. Engagement parties often work well with stations and passed bites, and we offer grazing tables, pasta bars, and carving boards that bring energy to the room. Small plates such as bacon-wrapped scallops, mini cheesesteaks, or tuna poke give guests plenty to talk about. Main courses like braised short ribs or roasted chicken keep the dinner warm and satisfying. Every menu can be adjusted for dietary needs. We offer vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options so everyone feels included.
Service and Setup
We bring everything you need to make the event complete. China, linens, flatware, and lounge furniture can all be arranged through our catering packages. Our service team manages timing and presentation from start to finish. Once you’ve chosen a venue, we’ll coordinate directly with their staff. We also work with several trusted partner locations across New Jersey, including The Conservatory at Sussex County and Born to Run Farm.
Bar and Beverage Options
Willow & Sage does not provide alcohol, but we work with preferred vendors such as George’s Wine & Spirits to make planning easy. Bartenders are available, and we suggest one for every fifty guests. Our team can help you design a beverage flow that matches your celebration, from simple mocktail bars to full-service setups.
A Team Focused on Experience
Our planners and hospitality leaders bring years of experience to every event. Kara Wheeler, Debbie Johnson, and Danielle Iuliano are part of the group that helps ensure each detail runs smoothly. From design ideas to service coordination, our goal is to make every celebration comfortable and memorable.
Let’s Start Planning
Our team at Willow & Sage Catering would love to help you plan your engagement celebration. We’ll listen, guide, and bring everything together so you can focus on enjoying the day. Contact us at info@willowandsagecatering.com or call 732-712-1287 to request a proposal or schedule a tasting.
FAQs
Do you cater off-premise engagement parties?
Yes, we offer full-service off-premise catering throughout New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Can you accommodate special diets?
Yes. We prepare vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes on request.
Do you provide bar service?
We do not supply alcohol. Bartenders and bar setups can be arranged through our team.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend reaching out once you have a date and location so we can reserve your event.
