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By admin | May 14, 2013
A tart and sweet cocktail whose name means "for always."
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By Kristina Camia | May 14, 2013
“What'll we do with ourselves this afternoon? And the day after that, and the next thirty years?” – Daisy Buchanan, The Great Gatsby
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By Anonymous | May 13, 2013
A look back to a few 1920s etiquette and common manners in the age of Jay Gatsby. There could be a whole literary review and thesis written discussing this, comparing then and now. For times sake we will keep this short and sweet.
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By Rob Arango | May 10, 2013
This month I am so excited to invite our Director of Catering, Mike Warren, to interview the incredibly talented and fabulous Baz Luhrmann, who directed this season’s block buster hit The Great Gatsby. Mike worked tirelessly for weeks to create the speakeasy after party with Warner Brothers and Samantha Sackler Productions, which took place in the gilded, turn of the century, Grand Ballroom. Read further to find out about Baz’s socks.
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By admin | May 07, 2013
Our monthly celebration of seasonality.
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By Emily Reifel | May 07, 2013
After a few quiet weeks in February I was ready for March to hit with a bang! Many people say to me around that time that wedding season must be kicking off soon! In years past “wedding season” starts towards mid April and May but in 2013 “wedding season” kicked off a little earlier than usual! On March 9th The Plaza played host to an extraordinary wedding that has set the tone for the rest of the year!
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By admin | May 06, 2013
Weston and Gabby's reception at Wave Hill reflected their classic taste. The couple and their guests celebrated with a diverse menu including Mediterranean, American, French, and Mexican dishes. Here is The Knot feature of their wedding, followed by the evening's menu.
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By admin | May 01, 2013
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By Liz Neumark | May 01, 2013
What a great line-up of opportunities to support organizations doing great work connected with food – from greening our city, to feeding the hungry with dignity to providing food industry skills and job opportunities the next generation to preserving farmland for our future!
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By Liz Neumark | May 01, 2013
The man most responsible for causing us to examine what we put onto our plates and into our mouths with his blockbuster Omnivore's Dilemma is at it again, this time with a book titled Cooked. My copy arrived last week. I love how he once again uncovers fundamental truths that have somehow gotten lost in our postmodern shuffle -- hidden-in-plain-sight, simple, logical truths. Just as he peeled back the layers on processed food and industrial farming, this time he engages in the ancient, timeless and indispensable ritual of cooking.
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By Liz Neumark | April 30, 2013
I love food -- being around it, cooking and eating it, sharing and learning about it -- and most meaningfully, making sure that the bounty and access I have is also available to others.
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By admin | April 30, 2013
Our Culinary Team is inspired by Provence to create this new station- in both rustic and modern styles!
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By Jill Cole | April 30, 2013
We explore the world of science in catering, designing, and producing this event.
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By Anonymous | April 29, 2013
“The hardest job kids face today is learning good manners without seeing any”.- Fred Astaire Mr. Manners wants to discuss this month how do we know good manners when we so rarely see them in action? In the world of social media and electronic devices consuming our every waking moments, how can we exercise the art of being polite, helping someone by holding the door for them or the very simple act of saying hello and thank you?
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By Liron David | April 29, 2013
Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, D’Angelo & Erykah Badu, just to name a few of the Motown greats. Who wouldn’t jump at the opportunity to be a part of the former CEO of Motown’s records 50th birthday.
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By Josh Tierney | April 29, 2013
Our Director of Style & Design Josh Tierney interviews Marcy Blum. Read below to learn about what's happening next in food, and what inspires her.
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By admin | April 25, 2013
Catering Chef de Cuisine Matthew Riznyk and his bride Lea have outrageous culinary adventures!
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By admin | April 19, 2013
Our Katchkie Farm Tomato Jam makes this veggie burger so delectable.
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By admin | April 19, 2013
A fresh salad for spring!
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By admin | April 19, 2013
The true flavor of radishes shines with this simple, yet flavorful dressing.
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By admin | April 19, 2013
We love frittatas at any time of day.
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By admin | April 19, 2013
One of Dizzy's signature sides, people travel far and wide for this extra cheesy mac. If you can't make it to Dizzy's Club, recreate the magic with a batch of mac-n-cheese and your favorite jazz in the background.
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By admin | April 19, 2013
A delicious vegetarian option! Frozen peas are great to use because they are frozen at the peak of freshness.
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By admin | April 19, 2013
The pomegranate seeds add a nice sweetness to this savory salad.
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By admin | April 19, 2013
This first course makes a splash on our Spring 2013 menu!
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By admin | April 19, 2013
The hors d'oeuvre shown can be made by cutting the pizza dough into spheres.
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By Amy Black | April 19, 2013
A great trick is to make the recipe for 8 burgers (more or less, depending on the size of your patties) and freeze the ones that you will not be eating! It’s a quick and healthy meal for later!
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By admin | April 19, 2013
"50 Shades of Green," GP's new cookbook featuring vegetable brutality, made a splash this week and shot to the top of the New York Times Bestseller list.
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By Jenn So | April 19, 2013
What began as a harmless slogan on a green bumper sticker has turned into a national crisis. The “No Farms No Food” phrase, plastered on millions of car bumpers city-wide, was originally meant to bring awareness to the declining number of locally owned farms in the country. But beginning in 2014, “No Farms No Food” will not longer be just another sticker to squint at from behind the wheel during rush hour traffic –instead this will be the reality for every New Yorker.
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By Felicia Brooks | April 19, 2013
Cardinal Dolan has taken new residency since his bitter upset against the newly dubbed Pope Francis for the highest title in Catholicism. After a disappointing loss, the Cardinal has now claimed the world renowned Plaza Hotel as the “Vatican of the West.” Pope Plaza has completely revolutionized the approach to his new position. Throughout history, the Vatican sends out white smoke if they've chosen somebody and black smoke if they have not made a decision. Pope Plaza sent a text message because he and the rest of the American population have acknowledged that it's 2013.
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By Jacqlyn Lovejoy | April 19, 2013
This week, Mayor Bloomsburg announced that Pigs in a Blanket are banned from all future events in New York City. The proclamation arrives after last week’s fashion show disaster when Kim Kardashian tripped on her pet pig’s blanket and ripped it right down the middle revealing a little too much “bacon.” New Yorkers seem to be split on their opinions. Some took the news in stride. Says one citizen; “The Mayor should have done this long ago. I am glad I won’t have to see any more pigs strutting around in blankets two sizes too small. It’s disgusting!”
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By Monique Marez | April 19, 2013
Have you ever wanted to party in New York but you were stuck in Jersey? Perhaps you wanted to leave the city for awhile and head to a more low key place across the Hudson. Now you can have both, at the same dang time! Great Performances is Proud to announce its Most Exciting Venue Partnership to Date!!! GP is now the EXCLUSIVE party provider at the Clifford Milburn Holland Tunnel. Forget the Bs and come party in the T! You have the option to rent the to Jersey Lanes, the from Jersey Lanes or the entire Tunnel. Causing a traffic jam or should we say Jamboree! has never been so much fun!
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By admin | April 19, 2013
Each month in our cafes, we celebrate a monthly Festival. From April 22-28, we will be celebrating the French Fry in all of its greasy, crunchy glory.
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By Jenn So | April 19, 2013
This month, Farmer O-Bob-ma, formerly Katchkie Farm’s Farmer Bob, will begin his stint as the new resident gardener for the White House. He was elated to get the call earlier in March from Mrs. Michelle Obama herself, who met Bob during a visit to The Sylvia Center at Katchkie Farm this past summer. The First Lady was observing a children’s program at the farm when she spotted Farmer Bob sitting in a field of arugula, whispering to the greens. Impressed by Farmer Bob’s eccentric and gentle organic practices, she decided to invite him on as the official gardener at the White House.
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By Cynthia Yang | April 19, 2013
Years ago, Great Performances pioneered the 100 Mile Menu, featuring ingredients from within 100 miles of New York City. Now, we are debuting the 100 Yard Menu for all you weed and insect lovers. Your guests will love our varied menu selections sourced from your New York City block!
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By Liz Neumark | April 19, 2013
At Great Performances, I meet brides weekly in the context of creating delicious and creative catering experiences. It is very rewarding to become a part of the family as the detailed planning progresses over the swiftly passing months. Hospitality and celebrating over a festive meal and toasts are the glue that binds, hopefully for a lifetime, and leaves me with the feeling that "I married them." But nothing prepared me for the overwhelming responsibility of being an actual wedding officiant.
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By Liz Neumark | April 08, 2013
Here in the Northeast, nothing is growing yet -- but people are getting so excited about their veggies. What's up? In Maine last week -- everywhere I went I saw posters for local CSAs, promising weekly veggies, meat, cheese and, most intriguing, healing herbs. All this while the snow was still in mounds on sidewalks. This past weekend, at the Just Food Conference in New York City, CSA leaflets abounded. In fact, CSA development and support is a cornerstone of Just Food's mission. And last week I visited my first Florida farm in Homestead about an hour south of Miami and was introduced to a wonderful farm CSA.
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By Ashley Furman and Emily Reifel | April 02, 2013
There are certainly times when I feel like I am repeating myself daily in this job, “Congratulations on your upcoming Wedding Celebration” are words that I speak quite frequently with great enthusiasm. Then there are days when I feel like I have a certain connection to people right off the bat, even over the phone and sometimes I forget to congratulate them because we are off to plot our ideas right away. This was definitely the case when Ashley Furman called me in February in 2012 we connected immediately, and I knew that she was meant to host her Wedding at The Plaza. And we hadn’t even met!
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By Liz Neumark | March 27, 2013
The celebration of Easter and Passover this week is an opportunity for a cultural mash-up quite aside from the religious connections between the two important holidays. And though spirituality and religious traditions are most meaningful to the observant, it is around the table that many of us discover community, share in social lessons and feed our passions, all puns intended.
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By Robert Sukrachand | March 21, 2013
Have you ever wondered what a wedding would look like if it were the joining of a computer programmer for Etsy and a freelance writer/blogger? Well wonder no more. These New York nuptials are the crème de la crème…all out gorgeous…an explosion of beautiful fall details and maybe our new favorite wedding to date. Of course, no wedding is complete without the fabulous vendors behind the scenes and this wedding is boasting some mega-heavy hitters. Robert Sukrachand lent his hand to the picture perfect images while Hatch Creative Studio created a masterpiece of floral proportions. THE Sylvia Weinstock made one extremely gorgeous cake and the paper goods were tackled by Hello!Lucky AND Ceci New York. All in all, total perfection.
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By Liz Neumark | March 12, 2013
It was out to Las Vegas late Friday to join an elite and interesting group of top caterers for a day of roundtable conversations. The group is comprised of heads of leading companies, generally one from every major U.S. city, and meets bi-annually to discuss industry issues and share best practices in a non-competitive, collegial forum. This gathering was set against the backdrop of Sin City, the most startling, bizarre and artificial landscape on the continent.
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By Liz Neumark | March 08, 2013
The International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York rolls into town every March with a vast array of vendors and displays. From kitchen equipment to software, ice cream to state-of-the-art doggie bags, you will find it here. My favorite section is one that has been steadily growing - The Pride of New York.
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By Emily Reifel | March 02, 2013
Our top trend for spring/summer 2013 for classic style wedding: Clean & Simple is always Elegant!
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By admin | March 01, 2013
My name is Charlie and I am 10 years old. I am starting the charity “Scold the Cold." We are an organization in our self dedicated to helping the hungry and the homeless. We collect money from donors and give it to charity while satisfying the patrons.
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By admin | March 01, 2013
EAT • WORK • GROW THE MOVEMENT
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By admin | March 01, 2013
Celebrate the season with some of our clients' favorite timeless and festive recipes!
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By Monique Marez | March 01, 2013
Famous architect: Frank Llloyd Wright once said, “Television is Chewing Gum for the Eyes.” Enter our Venue Spotlight this month: the Paley Center for Media. Any pop culture maven, or Trivial Pursuit aficionado, will be delighted to celebrate, collaborate, or meet at this one of a kind spot. The Paley Center is a nonprofit devoted to exploring the evolving ways in which we create, consume, and connect through media. With locations in New York and Los Angeles, and boasting the one of the paramount public archives of television and radio programming, the Paley Center produces screenings, forums, and educational programs that engage the general public and the professional community in a conversation about the impact of media on our lives.
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By Josh Tierney | March 01, 2013
Just a Little Green Like the color when the spring is born…
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By | March 01, 2013
Introducing the Katckie Farm Workplace CSA! On a weekly basis, our KF truck delivers shares to your office. To read about our program in the Wall Street Journal, click here. We look forward to hearing from you and your coworkers about signing up for at least 20 shares.
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By Great Perfromances | February 27, 2013
In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and sugar until dissolved. Slowly whisk in oil, celery seed, salt and pepper to taste. Toss in cabbage, carrots, red onion and raisins to coat well. Cover and let sit at least 1 hour.
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By Liz Neumark | February 26, 2013
The topic was Changing the Way We Eat, an independently organized event, TED-style, by Diane Hatz, Co-Founder and Director of the Glynwood Institute. Held at The Times Center, it was a gathering of individuals interested in our food system: how things grow, what gets grown, who eats/who doesn't, what's in the food we eat (are you sure you want to know?), what about the environment (affecting food/being affected by agriculture) and what about the other animals (the ones we eat). And more.
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By Great Performances | February 25, 2013
We were honored when Preston Bailey, event and wedding planner extraordinaire, asked us to play a role in his wedding to Theo Bleckmann. We were thrilled to be part of the lavish King Kong-themed celebration.
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By Emily Reifel | February 01, 2013
A year and a half ago when I met Julie and her family I knew that it was good to be a Gurland! Then when I met her fiancé Brad and his family and I quickly realized that this wedding was not only about two people creating one life together but this was about the coming together of two fantastic families! Julie and Brad both come from extremely loving and devoted families and each of their parents have certainly set a fantastic example of what marriage should look like. Julie is 1 of 4 children and Brad is 1 of 3 children and you can tell just how close they are to their families when they are all together. Julie & Brad’s wedding was one of those parties that anyone would have had a fantastic time attending. They wanted to create a very elegant yet relaxed atmosphere where their guests could get dressed up, eat a fantastic meal but really ultimately enjoy the energy of the dance party!
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By Liz Neumark | January 24, 2013
The proverbial thud at the front door as the hefty Sunday edition of the New York Times hits the floor. Let's pretend for a moment that it is a sound we all recognize (I don't believe the online version announces its arrival.) Everyone has his or her favorite first read, followed by numbers two, three, etc. until the bulk of the news is consumed and digested.
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By Liz Neumark | January 17, 2013
Fashion you wear, got that. It changes seasonally with hemlines going up and down; pants either tapered, wide or skin-tight; color palettes in or out; must-have accessories -- you know the drill. I reluctantly embrace food fashion (food theater) like kale -- the it vegetable, obscure animal parts and uber/hyper-local microgreens, pickles or craft beer of the milli-moment. The edible trends have a longer lifespan than those of the runway, and in spite of the lack of newly discovered food items, we manage to fill our plates and stomachs with newly fashioned items for consumption with surprising regularity.
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By Liz Neumark | January 04, 2013
Slowly we go back to work after the holiday stretch -- embracing deadlines, setting meetings, dusting off the to-do list and peppering it with newly resolved goals and timelines. For another two or three weeks, we can still greet a friend or colleague with "Happy New Year" and ask how the time was passed. I spent both Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve at 37,000 feet, wondering if I could catch a glimpse of a man with reindeer on a sled on the 24th or celebrate the stroke of midnight several times as we traversed the east to west time zones as 2012 came to a close.
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By Emily Reifel | January 02, 2013
Christine Paul of Christine Paul Events and I have worked on many weddings together but when she told me about her clients, Amanda and Matt, I knew that they belonged at The Plaza. When we all met this past January, there was energy between all of us that proved that we were all meant to work together.
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By Shaun Roberts | December 29, 2012
I have to admit, I might have been more excited about this wedding than the couple was. Last Saturday evening, one of the coolest weddings in my opinion, happened at BAM. In one night, the lobby was buzzing (roaring) with a trio of events: the wedding with the gregarious couple's devoted entourage, pre-production of Vh1 Divas and Paula Adbul, and a Robert Redford film restrospective featuring Robert Redford himself. The bridal couple was in great spirits, being able to share their night with such notable names and moments in BAM's history.
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By admin | November 22, 2012
Jacquie and Michael are passionate about environmental conservation. They dedicate their day-to-day eating and living habits to it, and, more so, their professions. Michael is working on a green renovation of a 100+ year-old brownstone, and Jacquie is the Executive Director of Just Food, a New York City-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting both urban and rural sustainable food producers.
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By Emily Reifel | November 01, 2012
It’s certainly not every Saturday that we get the pleasure of hosting a fabulous Russian Wedding. Saturday, September 29th was certainly a Saturday to remember! When Tina & Felix tied the knot they did it in true Russian tradition and gave their guests a feast for all of their senses. When I met Tina and her family I felt a connection right away as we quickly realized that this was actually not the first time we had met, but that’s a different story. It was certainly fun to reconnect and realize that I had also worked with some of her friends. She and Felix knew they wanted to be married at The Plaza and with the help of her loving family the planning was under way!
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By Jill Cole | October 31, 2012
Jazz at Lincoln Center is a transformative setting for any event with its brilliant city views and dramatic space. Corporate, Non-Profit, and Entertainment alike. But probably the most magical event is the Wedding. Not only because it signifies two lives coming together, but because weddings create lifelong memories.
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By admin | October 18, 2012
Caramoor is a magical place where time seems to stand still and the world fades away. It is for this reason that we felt Caramoor was the perfect place for our Wedding.
