Cambridge Catering: Where Culinary Excellence Meets Personalized Service

Awards
Awards
Awards
Awards

Award-Winning Catering in Cambridge

Established in 1989, East Meets West brings decades of culinary and event management experience to celebrations throughout Cambridge and New England. From inspired menus to thoughtful event planning, East Meets West creates memorable catered experiences in Cambridge, MA. Our team combines creative cuisine, attentive hospitality, and meticulous execution to bring weddings, corporate events, milestone celebrations, and social gatherings to life.

Every event begins with understanding your vision. Our team works closely with you to create an experience that feels considered from beginning to end, pairing inspired food with personalized service and careful attention to detail. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale celebration, our approach goes beyond serving a meal. Explore our food and menus for a closer look at what we can bring to the table.

As usual, everything was ‘East Meets West perfection’. The team was great and exceptionally accommodating. The food was terrific as usual, and the attention to detail is always astounding.
Susan B.
Thanks a million for all the time and efforts that your team of East Meets West put into our evening. It was truly magical. It is always a delight to work with someone who ‘gets it’ and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect match.

Amy R.
What an event! Working with you was an absolute pleasure. You made this event very easy to put together. You gave me great confidence in the vision and abilities that very first day we met. But even more impressive, you were consistently thoughtful and responsive to all my questions and concerns throughout the planning process. You did a superb job! Thank you for helping me make this surprise birthday party so special.
Deborah F.
I wanted to tell you again how much we appreciated your help and support before, during and after the wedding. You were truly a part of our family this year, and I can’t thank you enough for every minute you gave to the creation of such an extraordinary event!
Lydia H.
The food was delicious, the team was outstanding and everything was perfect. I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed the event and how nice it was to relax at a party I was hosting. I feel completely spoiled! It was amazing… I cannot say enough good things about the entire night.
Megan K.
We were blown away by the amazing, delicious and beautifully presented food – as well as your attentive and courteous staff. Thank you EMW for a beautiful night – we could not be happier that you were part of our special day!

Jennifer N.
We had the most wonderful party last night… everyone LOVED it! Thank you so much for helping me create and even be able to entertain the idea of pulling it off… and then doing so! All our thanks and admiration for all that you do.
Stacy W.
My new wife hasn’t stopped looking at pictures that friends and family have posted online – which is a total testament to your work and your team. We can’t thank you enough for everything you did to make the day extra special.

Paul B.
It was perfect! Everyone loved the food, the table and the china. As always, your staff was professional and right on top of everything.
Janet L.
Thank you for all your hard work on the winter bash this year! Everything was exquisitely thought out from the linens and decorations to the staffing and most of all the food. People still speak of the quality of the event and how it was the best they had been to in the history of our annual bash. Thank you for making that possible!
Michele M.
We want to personally thank your organization for the superb, professional and just plain fun atmosphere you provided. Never have passed hors d ’Oeuvres been as delicious and beautifully presented, a raw bar so tasty, and buffet so varied and fresh. Our guests loved everything and all of you and were amazed we could pull off anything that special. In truth, we owe it all to the extremely patient and talented team at East Meets West!
Kathy H.
I want to thank you and your team for the amazing job you did at our annual gala. As always, we were impressed with the service, detail and quality of your work and food. We have heard nothing but glowing reviews from all our guests and appreciate all you do in preparation and throughout the entire evening to make it a success. It is always a pleasure to work the East Meets West team.
Samantha G.
A huge THANK YOU to your entire staff! It was a great evening and we have been receiving so much positive feedback on the entire event. It was a pleasure to work with EMW and to have the confidence that your team will pull off our dreams! And p.s. the food was incredible! We truly look forward to working with you again.
Sara Y.

Local + Sustainable

Our approach to food is rooted in quality ingredients, thoughtful sourcing, and menus that make the most of what each season has to offer.

Sustainability is part of how we think about the dining experience—from celebrating fresh ingredients to making thoughtful choices behind the scenes. The result is food designed to feel distinctive, current, and appropriate for the occasion.

Events in Cambridge

Cambridge offers an exceptional backdrop for events of every kind, from celebrations overlooking the Charles River to gatherings surrounded by the city’s renowned academic, cultural, and creative institutions.

East Meets West is a preferred caterer at Cambridge venues including Cambridge Boat Club Events, the Harvard Museum of Natural History, MIT Museum, and Multicultural Arts Center. Our experience across different event settings lets us adapt the food, service, and flow to each occasion.

Start Planning Your Cambridge Event

The right event begins with a conversation. Tell us what you are planning, and our team can help turn your ideas into a catered experience designed around your guests, your setting, and your vision.

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