Welcome to An Affair to Remember
Life’s special moments deserve a celebration!
About Us
Greetings! My name is Lucia Singer, and I am the founder and executive chef of An Affair to Remember Catering. With more than 20 years of culinary experience, I am very proud to have started my very own catering company where my old world values of quality, taste, and style shine through in my food. Because of this, I am confident in my abilities to deliver delicious and diverse menus for any type of event.
My love for food and different cuisines began with my journey when attending culinary school in Italy, where I learned to specialize in mainly European dishes. However, over the years, my expertise has grown to include and reflect a global culinary adventure. I've had the privilege of learning and cooking many regional and ethnic genres of food from all over the world, including Mediterranean, Asian, Middle Eastern as well as Central and South American cuisines.
At the heart of my business is the in-depth level of involvement I bring to your event; from working with you initially to begin creating a personalized menu that reflects the uniqueness of the event, to preparing tasting samples, to cooking and serving the guests. My extensive background in working with hundreds of vendors in the industry over the years has also equipped me to provide unbiased insights into reliable vendors, which I can assist you in creating the perfect day. You can rest easy, knowing that I will be there every step of the way with you to ensure your special occasion will be a memory of a lifetime.
Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail has earned us a reputation as one of the top catering companies in Michigan. We have been proud to serve the community for more than fifteen years, and we look forward to making your next event a memorable one. Contact us today to learn more about our catering services and to schedule a tasting. We would love the opportunity to show you why An Affair to Remember is the perfect choice for your next event.CONVINCED? WE’RE READY! Let us know what you have in mind, and we are at your service. Call us today at 517-348-9418.
Our Catering Crew
The heartbeat of the feast, the unsung heroes of every event,
and the treasure of all our operations.
The world sees the glitz – the beautifully presented canapés, the cascading floral arrangements, the waiters gliding effortlessly between tables. But the true magic of a company like ours lies in the small, dedicated, and committed crew who are the backbone of every successful event. These are the driven team members who arrive before the sun peeks over the horizon and leave long after the last plate is cleared.
First, we have the setup and serving crew. The setup team are the ballet dancers of the catering world. They transform a bare space into an elegant dining room. The serving team directly interacts with the guests to ensure all their needs are met. These people meticulously arrange table settings and organize courses with precision to ensure every detail is flawless. Their cheerful demeanor and tireless energy keep the event running smoothly, guaranteeing guests feel comfortable and pampered.
Next are the meticulous prep chefs, cooks, and enthusiastic kitchen crew who transform raw ingredients into culinary masterpieces. Their days are a symphony of chopping, searing, and plating, fueled by an unwavering focus on quality and consistency.
Finally, there are the logistics wizards. They are the ones who transport and ensure the client’s reality is achieved. Their minds are a labyrinth of menus, timelines, and equipment needs. They source ingredients, negotiate with vendors, and ensure everything arrives at the venue precisely when needed. Their meticulous planning ensures the seemingly effortless flow of the event.
These are the people who form the cornerstone and foundation of our operation. They are the heart that pumps life into every event, the unseen hands that turn a vision into a delicious reality.
Classic and Unique
Below, are some of our recent menu selections that are uniquely crafted and then elevated using your favorite cuisines.
Skilled Chefs
At the helm of our kitchen are our award-winning chefs who have more than 100 years of combined culinary experience and are renowned for their mastery of culinary techniques. They bring a considerable understanding of multiple flavor profiles and cuisines, while maintaining a passion for creating imaginative dishes that tantalize the taste buds. In our kitchen, tradition meets innovation, resulting in an unforgettable dining experience.
Fresh Ingredients
At An Affair to Remember Catering, we don't just prepare meals, we create enduring and timeless memories. We meticulously source the freshest seasonal ingredients that are bursting with natural flavors to craft delectable plates which develop into the soul of our uniquely dishes. By using these elements in their prime, we unlock a symphony of taste and beauty, ensuring every meal is an unforgettable experience.
Customized Menus
A skillful chef uses unique menus like a painter wields a palette. A customized menu provides a personalized, exclusive dining experience, that leaves a lasting impression on the diners. They begin by seeking to understand their guests' unique preferences, which involves directly consulting the client. The chef discusses the type of occasion, event themes, favorites, dietary restrictions, and any allergies which may come into play. This information allows our chefs to create a unique and delightful dining experience.
Special Diets
An accomplished chef treats dietary restrictions as an opportunity to showcase their creativity, inclusivity, and respect for diverse dietary needs. By demonstrating this culinary adaptability, the chef ensures everyone at the table can share an enjoyable meal. We delve into alternative ingredients and cooking methods, crafting delicious dishes that cater to all types of special diets. We can also deconstruct classic dishes, highlighting naturally flavorful ingredients, to create dishes that ensure everyone at the table can enjoy a delicious meal!
Taste the Difference!
Explore our Culinary Delights!
Welcome to our delightful culinary world! Below, you’ll find a curated selection of mouthwatering offerings like:
Appetizers: Begin your culinary journey with a wide array of tempting small bites to kick off your dining experience,
each designed to tantalize your taste buds and set the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.
Soups: We offer a diverse and exclusive medley of comforting soups that warm the soul. From silky bisques,
hearty chowders, delicate creams, robust broths, and creamy purées, These soups offer a harmonious blend
of warmth, taste, and delight that embraces the soul with each spoonful.
Salads: A medley of crisp, vibrant greens come together with a profusion of delectable toppings that tantalize the
palate with their varied flavors. Each topping is chosen to complement the greens and create a harmonious
blend of tastes and textures.
Salad Dressings: Savor the harmony of flavors with our custom in-house created dressings uniquely crafted to
enhance, complement, and elevate your salad, ensuring its flavor and uniqueness.
Main Courses: Our unique entrées will satiate your cravings with a diverse selection of hearty dishes inspired by
various cuisines from around the world. Indulge in our distinctive selections that cater to your appetite with an
array of robust meals, drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of global culinary traditions such as American,
Asian, European, Latin, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern.
Side Dishes: Our selection of side dishes is meticulously crafted to augment your dining experience by introducing
a harmonious balance to the meal. This not only elevates the overall enjoyment of your meal but also enriches it with
a delightful fusion of textures and flavors. Each side is chosen to resonate with the main course, ensuring that every
bite is a symphony of taste that pleases the palate.
Desserts: Indulge in a decadent finale of sweet creations artfully crafted to tantalize your taste buds that provides a
sumptuous end to a delightful meal that will leave you craving more.
Special Diets: Our alternative dietary menu options are a collection of culinary delights, catering to a diverse palate
with an extensive selection of vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, and various other dietary options, each dish crafted
to meet your unique taste preferences and dietary requirements with flair.
Specialty Menu: We cater to your every wish as we embark on a gastronomic adventure, where each dish unveils
a delightful culinary surprise of unexpected flavors, textures, and aromas that linger long after the last bite.
The following items are individual selections pulled from more than one thousand events over more than fifteen years we have been in business.
Each item represents a specific genre of food chosen by the clients after several hours of personal consultation with our chefs and then handcrafted
by our dedicated kitchen staff. This depth and diversity of thought that has gone into these dishes provides a true representation of the length and
breadth we will go to provide the most exclusive and unique menu possible for our clientele.
Sample Menus
Hors d’oeuvre Menu
- Pollo a la Brasa – (Peruvian-style Roasted Chicken) Braised chicken thighs roasted w/yucca and served with yellow rice,
- Empanadas con Picadillo (Beef filled pastry)
- Bourbon & butter glazed Salmon nested on a sliced cucumber with a garnish of dill aioli
- Tropical fruit Ceviche, served with a Plantain chip
Salad Course
- 1905 Salad – Classic salad of the historic Columbia restaurant (Ybor City, FL) Fresh romaine, julienne Swiss cheese & ham, green Spanish olives & tomatoes
- 1905 Dressing – Olive oil & fresh lemon
- Cuban bread (chef choice) and butter
Dinner Course
- Platter #1 – Lechón (La Pernil) A slow roasted pork shoulder served over black beans & rice, accompanied by house made Chicharrones
- Platter #2 Meatball Parmigiana – A house made ground beef & ground pork meatball patty slowly simmered in a tomato and basil marinara, smothered with provolone cheese, and served over pasta. It is accompanied by yellow squash in a tomato & basil sauce (low salt)
Hors d’oeuvre Menu
- Mini Spanakopita
- Charred beef over Tzatziki, topped w/kalamata olives on baguette
- Mini Lamb Gyros
- Tropical fruit ceviche topped w/plantain or toasted pita chip
- Lemon & mint marinated shrimp over couscous in Phyllo (filo) cup
Salad Course
- Greek Salad with cucumber, tomatoes, pepperoncini, beets, olives and feta cheese
- House made Greek dressing
- Warm pita bread and butter
Dinner Course
- Platter #1 – Lubee (green beans, tomatoes, lamb and spices) served over rice pilaf
- Platter #2 – Chicken kebab served over warm orzo with onion & feta
- Accompanied by honey glazed carrots
Dessert Course
- Baklava
- Caramel brownies topped with espresso buttercream
- Lemon tarts topped with fresh raspberries
- Cannolis – stuffed with either our unique sweet cream or fruit-based filling
Station #1 Risotto Bar
- Interactive station where chefs are cooking and flavoring risotto to order for your guests.
- Two choices: Herbed goat cheese or mushroom
Station #2 Italian Station
- Pasta with a red or white sauce, served with Italian sausage, peppers & onions (red sauce)
- Chicken and Broccoli (Alfredo sauce)
Station #3 Seafood Station
- Surf & Turf bites – Miniature crab cakes topped with London broil
- Honey Sriracha shrimp served over Asian slaw resting on fried wonton disc
- Seafood chowder served with cheddar & garlic biscuit bites
Station #4 Small Bites Bar
- Deconstructed Lamb Gyro
- Deconstructed Chicken Gyro
- Pork Belly served with Apple slaw and Cumin & Cinnamon Pita Chip
Station #5 Dessert Table
- Miniature brownies filled with caramel and topped with Espresso buttercream
- Miniature Red Velvet cupcakes with Cream cheese frosting
- Lemon Custard with Berries, served over “lemon sand”
- Mini Cannolis
- White Chocolate & Macadamia cookies
Hors d’oeuvre Menu
- Pancake station (fresh grilled on site) with multiple toppings
- Breakfast charcuterie board: Mini quiche, stuffed mushrooms w/egg, cheddar cheese and chorizo, French toast sticks, cinnamon rolls, banana bread, croissants, salami & Italian meats, various cheeses, fruits and vegetables.
Salad course
- Fresh fruit platter with a lemon curd fluff
- Assorted mini muffins
Dinner course
- Platter 1 – Filet Mignon w/American potatoes and vegetable hash
- Platter 2 – Chicken & waffles accompanied by sausage links
Desserts
- Mini hummingbird cupcakes w/cream cheese frosting
- Mini brownie bites w/caramel w/espresso buttercream frosting
- Mini cheesecakes topped with fresh fruit
- Lemon custard tarts topped w/raspberries
- Assorted deconstructed cobbler (blueberry & peach)
Hors d’oeuvre Menu
- Pita filled w/garlic hummus & topped with tabbouleh
- Bourbon & Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon served on top of cucumber w/dill aioli
- Puff pastry cups filled with herbed goat cheese, topped w/candied walnut & honey drizzle
- Stuffed Mushrooms with white truffle Couscous or Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Salad Course
- Garden Salad w/cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, and Sunflower Seeds
- House made salad dressings:
- Roasted Fennel & Garlic balsamic
- Raspberry Lemonade vinaigrette
- Fresh made Italian bread served with homemade butter
Main Course
- Chicken Breast simmered in Spinach & Artichoke cream sauce, served w/Rice Pilaf & pita chips
- Filet Mignon drizzled with a Merlot & shallot reduction, served with roasted creamer potatoes
- Sautéed Green Beans w/shallot, brown butter & Prosecco
Hors d’oeuvre
- Fried Calamari platter with Limoncello aioli & ammoglio
- Toasted baguettes topped with ricotta and fig,
- Italian wine and cheese sausage, peppers & onions with sundried tomatoes
Salad Course
- Antipasto salad, tossed in house made Red wine vinaigrette
- Fresh made Italian bread and homemade butter
Main Course
- Platter #1– Bruciuluni, served with a Rigatoni pasta tossed in a marinara sauce
- Platter #2 – Chicken Sicilliano served with (chef made) ammoglio, accompanied by yellow squash & spinach in a tomato & basil sauce
Desserts Course
- Large Cannoli
Client Testimonials
Tasty facts
Luscious bites of happiness
Since our inception, we have catered over 1100 events and have served more than 112,000 meals to our clients.
News and Blog
Industry Partnerships Venues
We are currently partnered with The Venue at Eleven 11 as their in-house caterer.
Additionally, we are the chosen and preferred caterer for The Northfork Estate’s
All Inclusive Package. Furthermore, we also offer remote catering services for multiple
venues throughout the state of Michigan.