Best of Benchmarc Events

Get rid of the woolen winter layers because Summer is here! And there isn't a better way to ring in summer than with a great Memorial Day BBQ! Don't you love the sizzle and smells of delicious foods grilling? And as Marc always says, don't forget to “Season with Authority!” Check out some of the fun we have had in years past!

Pork chop perfection!

Is there really anything better then the sweet smell of sausages grilling?

Don’t forget the vegetables! A meal isn’t complete without some healthy greens and grilling them brings out the greatest summer flavors!

A pig in a roasting box is always means a celebration! And of course some great zesty pork!!

Another great accompaniment for your BBQ feast is a side of spicy baked beans with some pickles on top!

With Spring finally here and summer around the corner, we are rolling out new offerings on our catering menu. Inspired by the warmer temperatures and colors of the season, our new menu items are sure to brighten up any of your upcoming parties. Here’s a quick preview of some of the new passed hors d’oeuvres that we will be serving up.

Move over breads, look at our cucumber bites filled with wasabi lime crab salad.

Photo credit to Marc Bryan-Brown Photography

A little bundle of deliciousness with Sweet Corn Aumonìere

How about a taste of the east with our new Pork Buns?

Caramelized Onion + Brie en Croute, a match made in heaven!

Nothing says summer more then watermelon- we spiced ours up with mint, feta + pickled jalapeños yum!

Since 2002, Tribeca Film Festival has been bringing arts and culture to one of the neighborhoods we love to call home: Tribeca! This year, we are proud to announce that we have partnered with the festival to offer some of our delicious drop off catering food at different lounges and events around the city. Some of the menu items festival goers will enjoy are our always popular pinwheel wraps, a selection of tasty cheeses, spinach + artichoke dip, and a few homemade sweets here and there!

Are you in need of an impressive spread of small bites or sandwiches for an upcoming meeting or reception? Let us wow your guests with our amazing menu offerings and superb service. Call us at 212.625.8270 or email us at [email protected] to schedule your order now!

It’s that time of year again where you’re packing away the winter clothes and welcoming the budding flowers and warmer sunshine. It’s finally spring in New York City!  And you know what follows the warmer weather…Mother’s Day! That one-day to openly show all your appreciation and love to the one woman who makes it all happen; your mom!

  For us, Mother’s Day means amazing food made with lots of love! What better way to show your appreciation for her (and all those meals she’s cooked you) than treating her to a nice bite out!

  Our restaurants, Landmarc (Tribeca & Time Warner Center) and Ditch Plains (Upper West Side) will be offering some scrumptious specials that will be sure to wow. We also have some tasty new spring dishes right off our new menu that are sure to satisfy your taste buds! Check out our delicious house cured salmon or our asparagus mimosa! And don’t forget about our famous Pain Perdu!

We all know that spectacular food is one of the most important elements of any event and possibly our favorite! But first impressions are important so before digging into the fare; it’s essential to note that the décor is just as significant and can easily knock your guests socks off. From floral arrangements to the color schemes the possibilities are truly endless. We’re lucky enough to work with so many different vendors across the New York City area that bring all of those details together for a wonderful and unique experience.  

From special Chiavari chairs, to beautiful linen options and table settings galore, Party Rental LTD (www.partyrentalltd.com) have us covered for whatever you dream up. Check out the wine room at Landmarc Time Warner Center, transformed into a whimsical affair. Looks like a perfect setting for any bridal or baby shower!

And never underestimate the power of a gorgeous floral arrangement. We have great relationships with several talented florists like Surrounding Florist (www.surroundingsflowers.com). How gorgeous are these one? We think they really make the tables pop!

Lastly, runners are so simple, yet add such a burst of color or sparkle to any table!

Every event is special and unique which is one of the many reasons why we love what we do! One way to really add that personal touch to your special occasion is by creating delicious custom cocktails! Below are a few we've created with some of our clients.

 During NYC Fashion Week, we worked with TRESemme to create a yummy cocktail called “The Volumizer”. It was made with cranberry juice, vodka, lime juice & mint. Oh la la… doesn’t that sound delicious!

Next we have the ‘Kick starter!’ which is a classic cocktail with a fun twist. It offers a fresh kick to the palate. It is made with Smirnoff orange vodka, triple sec, lime juice & cranberry juice.

Spring is upon us! So for other fun and exciting cocktails, please go and check out our Pinterest board - http://www.pinterest.com/benchmarcevents/

What better way to celebrate a special occasion or evening with friends than with a special & personalized dinner?! At our restaurants Landmarc & Ditch Plains we offer fantastic options to fit your every wish. How does a delicious suckling pig roast feast for you and 11 of your closet friends sound?

In the mood for seafood instead? We can arrange some of our most popular options like tasty lobster bakes (year round) and crab boils (when in season).

We also offer delicious raw bar options packed with seafood galore! Instantly turn one of our private rooms into a summery get away with fresh lobster, oysters, shrimp and more. Prefer to entertain at home? Luckily we can bring the feast to you anywhere in NYC!

Not in a summer mood yet? What better way to warm up on these cold snowy days than with a scrumptious roast or even a pasta station!

Whatever your mood or need is the possibilities are endless!

Don’t let the snow ruin your Valentine's Day plans! Come join us at Kingside or Landmarc [Time Warner Center] or [Tribeca] and enjoy our special prix fixe menus.

We have some delicious options beautifully paired with custom wine selections by our very own wine and beverage director, David Lombardo. 

Benchmarc Events was a part of yet another exciting event as we had the privilege of catering a 'Citi Thank You' event at the Hearst “Designer Visions” Apartments at Walker Towers in Chelsea.

           In this historic building three experts in the fashion, food and mixology industry shared their trends and gave demonstrations, one of whom was our very own Benchmarc Events Executive Chef Jennifer Day. Chef Jenn’s demonstration was about creating the perfect cheese board. She taught guests how to properly cut cheese in uniform cubes, what assortment of cheeses to include in a well-balanced cheese board, how to prepare the board ahead of time, and some great accompaniments that go along with cheese offerings.

  To accompany the industry experts, we provided a lovely array of passed hors d’ouervres as well as a few yummy stationary items.

We feel so privileged to have been a part of the “insiders peek” into fashion, food and mixology trends. A big thank you to Citi and Hearst for choosing Benchmarc Events to participate in such a lovely event!  

One of the greatest rewards of hosting events is getting to be a part of our client’s milestones in life. This can often mean learning about different cultures from time to time. Recently we celebrated a Korean Birthday and what a milestone the first Birthday truly is!

  For this special event we transformed Landmarc Time Warner Center with traditional cherry blossom décor, gorgeous silver sparkle table runners complete with flowers and candles. Family and friends gathered close to celebrate the birthday girl in style! The main event of the Dol or dol janchi is a game in which objects representing different career paths are set on a table. Tradition goes that whatever object the child reaches for predicts what their future profession will hold. The birthday girl choose a stethoscope, which would follow the same footsteps as her father to become a doctor!

  With spirits high, guests enjoyed some Landmarc’s favorites like blistered peppers with sea salt & smoked aioli, followed by delicious entrees of pain perdu with vanilla sugar & warm DOC's maple syrup and the always crowd pleasing hanger steak with french fries and mixed greens. 

  And what’s a party without some cake? Guests noshed on a gorgeous milk bar cake by Mo Mo Fuku complete with a full on dessert table. YUM!

Super Bowl XLVIII is here! Are you ready for the Seattle Seahawks to take on the Denver Broncos on February 2nd? With New York hosting the Super Bowl for the first time, what a great reason to celebrate! We are excited to introduce our 2014 Super Bowl menus. Hosting a fabulous party? Let us do all the work and bring the Super Bowl goodies to you!

We have options for both the serious snackers and the light nibblers.  The Game Day menu features the team hero, a 6-foot sub with each half representing the teams’ hometown. Showcasing the Seahawks will be a delicious grilled salmon in a miso glaze with sprinkles of spicy Asian slaw. Representing the Broncos, a Mile High Italian sub with ham, salami, mortadella, capicola, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato and topped with red wine vinaigrette.

 Place your order by Wednesday, January 29th. Both pick up and delivery services are available. Call us at 212.625.8270 or email [email protected] to score your Game Day eats and impress your friends!

With the holidays over and the New Year here, it's time to kick start those new healthy goals. And the best part is you don't need to hibernate alone at home to stay on track! Grab some friends and celebrate the start of 2014 with a meal at Landmarc [Tribeca] or [Time Warner Center] with some of our tasty salads and other healthy menu options.

The chopped salad is always a crowd pleaser with a mix of celery, cucumber, hearts of palm, tomatoes, beets & balsamic vinaigrette and you can add extra proteins like chicken or salmon!

Another house favorite is the nicoise salad with seared tuna, green beans, potatoes, eggs, anchovy & red wine vinaigrette. Enjoy some of our other healthy dishes, like roasted organic free-range chicken with butternut squash hash, green beans, capers and mustard jus or roasted spaghetti squash with grilled Portobello mushroom, roasted tomato and arugula. Don't forget the kids! We are proud to offer a children's menu that is in accordance with MyPlate, the USDA dietary guidelines for youngsters. Call us at 212-625-8270 or email  [email protected] to book your party for groups of 12-20 in our main dining rooms. We hope to see you soon and keep you on track with your goals!  

Last week was a holiday dream come true for us as we helped Hallmark Channel host their annual Christmas party at Radio City Music Hall. Walking into the room you instantly felt the holiday spirit.

Guests enjoyed specialty cocktails like the berry merry and a cranberry Christmas punch. Warm passed hors d’oeuvres like sesame shrimp toast, caramelized onion & brie puff pastries and pigs in a pretzel started the dinner off right. Cocktail stations full of cheese, charcuterie and crudité added to the reception.

As the anticipation of the show began to build, tray upon tray of delicious buffet assortments were passed including steak au poivre, roast chicken breast and penne alla vodka. We even set up a children's buffet with our crowd pleasing mac & cheese and other kid friendly bites.

  Full of our satisfying treats, guests then made their way to enjoy the famous New York City Rockettes Christmas spectacular. Huge thanks to Hallmark Channel for hosting this very festive event, we had a great time working with you!

  Try the Berry Merry Cocktail at home!

1.5 ounce of raspberry vodka

.5 ounce of triple sec

.25 ounce lime juice

3 ounces cranberry juice

raspberries

  Would you like us to help you customize the perfect party? We would love to cater the event of your dreams! Call us at 212.625.8270 or email  [email protected] for more information.

It doesn't really feel like the holidays in New York City until the lighting of the Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center! This year we were able to get a first class seat, catering a spectacular party complete with florals from Laura Remmert and a supply of beautiful rentals to set the festive mood!

Guests dined on a selection of delicious passed hors d’oeuvres as well as pasta from our pasta stations and fresh cuts of meat like filet mignon from our carving station!

Our amazing wine and beverage director, David Lombardo , exercised his expertise to bring a specialty selection of reds, whites and sparkling to wow all of the wine enthusiasts in attendance. While guests dined and drank, the live broadcast from NBC was played and the view admired.

Once the tree made its sparkling debut so did our signature desserts. A festive and fabulous evening was had by all!

With the holiday season in full swing, it’s the time of year to break bread with those near and dear. What better (or easier) way to ring in the holidays then letting our chefs at Benchmarc Events whip up some delicious drop off trays for your entertaining needs.

Whether it's a gorgeous assortment of cheeses and antipasti to compliment cocktails or an assortment of homemade pastries to impress your boss, let us do the cooking for you!

We offer an assortment of creative and tasty breakfast, snack, lunch and cocktail platters, perfect for that intimate dinner party or holiday work luncheon.

Recently we participated in an amazing after-hours cocktail reception at the iconic Nat Sherman Townhouse. Located just a few blocks from Grand Central Station, this unique venue offered the perfect setting for international guests who were in town attending an industry convention to celebrate the leading hotels of the world. The venue was stylish and intimate, providing the cigar-loving visitors with a quintessential New York setting at one of the city's beloved landmarks.

We created custom hors d'oeuvres inspired by dishes from the client's favorite restaurant, L’Apertitif in Hawaii. Our delicious passed items included coconut shrimp with mango aioli, smoked eggplant caviar tartlets and a salmon cornet with guacamole. What complimented the delectable fare? House-made Hemingway Old Fashions and an exclusive collaboration cigar (launched the night of the event)!

It’s officially that time of year again! We are very excited to return to Radio City this holiday season to celebrate the spirit and bring our own holiday cheer through our amazing food. Our kitchen elves have been hard at work creating special treats to make sure this is one season their stomachs won’t forget. Yesterday was kickoff day and we’re sharing some of our favorites below.

Green salad includes arugula, dried cherries, candied pecans and aged Gouda with a whole grain mustard vinaigrette.

We came up with a fresh take on penne pasta using arugula and a zesty lemon sauce. Second helpings? Yes, please!

It just wouldn’t be the holidays without hot chocolate and this year we up the ante on everyone’s favorite drink with an entire bar complete with peppermint, caramels and mini marshmallows galore!

Holiday cookies included Christmas trees with sprinkles; butter cookies shaped as stars and peppermint swirls!

With an amazing spread even Santa would approve, the holidays have truly come to life at Radio City Music Hall and we’re so happy to be a part of it.