THE MOST CREATIVE PRESENTATION OF FOOD YOU HAVE EVER SEEN
Our enthusiasm and passion for great food, served in the most creative manner ensures that each and every guest will be totally wowed. We take great pride in offering custom menus for every event. Rather than working from set menus, we meet with our clients to determine what they like, what they think their guests will like, and, together, create a unique menu. We continuously sample, research, test and create new and tantalizing recipes. We explore new food markets and seek out local purveyors and growers. We're constantly seeking out new techniques and trends... all with the express desire to share with our clients a fresh, robust excitement in the art of dining and entertainment.
SAMPLE MENUS
APPETIZERS KIDS
STROLLING STATIONS BEVERAGES
PLATED SALADS DESSERT STATIONS
PLATED ENTRÉES DESSERT
BUFFETS LATE NIGHT OFFERINGS
OUR TEAM
ZACK SKLAR CHEF/OWNER After graduating from the prestigious Culinary institute of America, Zack and some friends began catering dinner parties in and around the Hudson Valley in New York. Word spread fast and soon they were booking events from small dinner parties to parties for over 250 guests. After a visit home, Zack realized that his hometown market didn't have the culinary options he knew he could provide. So he moved his young catering operation to Michigan and began to build Cutting Edge Cuisine. Zack's culinary expertise and taste level permeates every aspect of his business. From the food to the service, table settings, lighting and more, he ensures that every event runs smoothly, comes together seamlessly and overachieves the client's vision. Truly one of America's hottest young chefs, Zack has what it takes to turn the usual into something deliciously unusual.
AARON LOWEN DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS With an eye for details and a keen understanding of event preparation and logistics, Aaron has the perfect combination of skills to help ensure that all Cutting Edge Cuisine events run smoothly. Aaron is an alumnus of The Culinary Institute of America and has worked at the renowned Townsend Hotel and The Rugby Grill as well as some of the countries hottest restaurants. Aaron has returned to metro-Detroit and to Cutting Edge Cuisine as the Director of Operations and Logistics. He works in event preparation as well as in the kitchen to ensure that every detail is covered.
JUSTIN KURTZ PASTRY CHEF Cutting Edge's reputation for outstanding pastries is due in large to Justin. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Justin studied under one of America's most revered pastry chefs; Francisco Migoya, from the French Laundry and Bouchon Bakery. Justin lives and breathes pastry. From elaborately decorated wedding cakes to simple pastry, Kurtz's attention to detail and creative flair are infused in everything he bakes.

 

 

 

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MATTHAEI BOTANICAL GARDENS Ann Arbor BEVERLY HILLS CLUB Beverly Hills CROFOOT Pontiac GM HERITAGE CENTER Sterling Heights THE FILLMORE Detroit CRANBROOK Bloomfield Hills WALTER P. CHRYSLER MUSEUM Auburn Hills STAGE 3 PRODUCTIONS Warren MOCAD Detroit THE BIRMINGHAM TEMPLE Farmington Hills DETROIT HISTORICAL SOCIETY Detroit LIVONIA COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER Livonia SCAVOLINI Birmingham SPECIALTIES SHOWROOM Berkley FRANKLIN ATHLETIC CLUB Southfield UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MUSEUM OF ART Ann Arbor CEC not only understands the catering business, we’re experts at it. Whether your event is to be held at a beautiful hotel, a contemporary art space, or within the comforts of your home, CEC provides award winning catering that will impress your guests and make you or your company shine. From international conventions to an “at home” wedding luncheon, we design each and every event menu as an experience, with all of the logistics included. VENUES TEMPLE BETH-EL Bloomfield Hills YOUR HOME TEMPLE SHIR SHALOM West Bloomfield DOWNTOWN MARKET Grand Rapids MAX M. FISHER MUSIC CENTER (DSO) Detroit
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
"I wanted to thank you all SOO very much for your services this past weekend. The client absolutely LOVED the food and had nothing but good things to say about it! I was extremely impressed with the creativity and quality of food that was served. Thanks again for all of your hard work and for bearing with me through all of my questions/requests. You all really set the bar high for future events and I'm not sure how I'm going to match this one! I really have my work cut out for me :-). All the best." CATHY LEVETT MKG "Words cannot properly express our gratitude and coolness you and your team displayed throughout the event. Your entire team was awesome. We wouldn’t have been able to get through it all without you for sure. We will definitely be in touch, the next time that we are in Detroit." THEMBI WESLEY TEAM EPIPHANY
"Cutting Edge Cuisine is just spectacular! The service they provide is exceptional, food is scrumptious and presentation is flawless. Every time we work with Cutting Edge we are continually impressed and they never cease to amaze us. Zack and his team can provide a traditional spread or something new and unique. Modern, traditional, buffet, plated, American or French whatever you are looking for they will deliver with professionalism! We have worked with Cutting Edge for cocktail parties, buffet lunches, plated dinners and special events. We will continue to use their unprecedented services and know that not only will we be happy with the outcome but our guests will be talking about the party for days!" TAUBMAN CORPORATION "I would like to offer a sincere thank you for the outstanding service that you provided for the engagement party that we hosted. Everything was smooth from beginning to end – not one detail was overlooked. The food was absolutely delicious and beautiful as well as creatively presented. We look forward to working with all of you on our next event." MICHAEL ABRAMS PRIVATE HOME CLIENT
"We have worked with Cutting Edge Cuisine on countless high-end events at our Detroit event facilities, for groups from 15 people to 6,000 people. We’ve done everything from intimate dinners to cocktail parties to wedding receptions. They always bring an inventive & creative approach to menu selections and food presentation that we love! Beyond the presentation being great...the food itself is also delicious! Cutting Edge also brings to the table the ability to react to last minute updates, and they’re open to suggestions and alterations on the menu to accommodate our group’s unique preferences. The onsite service is also impeccable: Both friendly and professional, which is greatly appreciated." ANDREA GENGLER DIR. OF EVENT MANAGEMENT - QUICKEN LOANS/BEDROCK REAL ESTATE SERVICES "Zack Sklar and his team at Cutting Edge Cuisine are a spectacular addition to Detroit's catering and culinary community. The quality and uniqueness of the culinary experience he offers are on par with the most famous firms in London, NYC, LA and DC. Cutting Edge Cuisine is a breath of fresh air for us and an opportunity to experience excellence." JIM HILLER CEO HILLER'S
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN YOU HELP ME FIND A VENUE? WHAT ARE YOUR MENU "PACKAGES"? DO YOU OFFER TASTINGS?
Of course! We are listed as a “Preferred Caterer” with many event venues of all types and sizes. We would be happy to help you select the perfect venue for your event. I HAVE GUESTS WITH DIETARY RESTRICTIONS. CAN YOU HELP? Absolutely! We are happy to make suggestions for any dietary need including gluten free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan. Looking for a kosher meal? Although we are not a kosher caterer we are happy to arrange for a meal to be provided by a kosher company. HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE TO CATER AN EVENT? There are many variables involved with full service catering: number of guests, type of event, style of service, number of wait staff required, the event venue, rental items required, etc. During our initial meeting with you we will discuss several different options and price points. Once we know where your comfort level is we will work a menu into your budget. WHERE DO YOU CATER? We cater wherever your event is taking place! We’ve catered all over the metro Detroit area, Ann Arbor, Lansing and Grand Rapids. You let us know where your party is and we’ll be there!
We want you to have an event menu that is made especially for you! Cutting Edge Cuisine prides itself in being a caterer that customizes menus based on our client’s tastes and preferences. Menu options are endless! Rather than picking “package A, B or C”, we meet with you and discuss food items that you like, don’t like, the budget you are working with as well as any dietary concerns that you may have. From there we work on a customized menu just for you. DO I PROVIDE THE ALCOHOL FOR THE BAR? You are more than welcome to provide the alcoholic beverages for your event (does not apply to Temple Beth El or Temple Shir Shalom events). However, we are here to help take the load off and would be happy to arrange this for you. As one of the few caterers in town that has a catering liquor license, we order directly from the State of Michigan which allows for any unopened bottles of liquor and wine to be returned. Your total consumption charges are billed after the event. Should you decide to still provide your own alcohol, we are happy to provide a full bar set up including mixers, ice and soft drinks as well as bar tending services.
We are happy to offer a complimentary tasting. Tastings are scheduled once a menu concept is developed and you feel your menu is near the final stages of completion. Menu tasting items are to be selected from your proposal and used as a tool to help with items that you may still have questions regarding their flavor profile, style and presentation. Complimentary tastings include two appetizers, two salads, two entrées and two dessert selections from your proposed menu. Additional charges will apply for added selections. In the event that you are requesting a tasting before a proposal is provided we recommend visiting one of our restaurants (Social Kitchen & Bar – Birmingham, MEX – Bloomfield Hills, Beau’s Grillery – Bloomfield Hills). Although our menus are not the same, all of our restaurants are a great representation of our style and presentation. DO I ARRANGE FOR MY OWN RENTAL ITEMS? As a full service catering company we are happy to make these arrangements for you. Should you require a tent, tables, chairs or any other rental item that will help make your event a success, we work with several outstanding rental companies that will be happy to provide whatever is needed. If you decide to take care of these items on your own, we are happy to assist with suggestions regarding sizes and quantity.
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