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Planning a “Golf Outing in NJ”?

The usual contenders for golf outings in central NJ are Royce Brook Golf Club in Hillsborough or Trump National in Bedminster but because they are very in demand, they charge accordingly.

If you are thinking about planning a golf outing or just wondering if switching your outing to a new club will be better on your budget, take the time to visit Neshanic Valley Golf Course in Somerset County. Not only is NVGC one of the top five public golf courses in the state of New Jersery but it also has a unique advantage: the food and beverage is handled exclusively by one of the area’s most well-known event catering companies, Merri-Makers Caterers. For over 35 years, Merri-Makers has catered hundreds of weddings, corporate events, political events for presidents and state governors, and private parties so it was a natural fit for golf outings to become part of their repertoire.

Neshanic Valley Golf Course offers outings the option of dining indoors in “A Room with a View” or outside of Mulligan’s Grille and can even handle outing dinners for up to 500 guests under their outdoor tent, “Splendor in the Grass.”

Keep in mind that golfers like a change of course from year-to-year and they won’t be disappointed with the golf course at NVGC.

For more information on holding a golf outing in NJ, email Kristen at kristena@merrimakers.com or call 732-225-0009. Visit http://merrimakerscatering.com.

The Clubhouse at Neshanic Valley Golf Course

When recent storms hit the Tri-State area last month and resulted in subsequent flooding in those areas historically prone to the rivers exceeding their banks, the regional division of the American Red Cross issued a request for emergency food support from the Culinary Response Team (CRT) unit of Merri-Makers Caterers from Edison, New Jersey. Best known for over 35 years of off-premise wedding and event catering, Merri-Makers is putting their experience and resources to good use with this new division.

The CRT was established in 2007 when the last wave of serious flooding hit north and central New Jersey communities leaving thousands of households without electricity and water.  The CRT, managed by long-time Red Cross volunteer and Merri-Makers team member, Jim Corrigan, hit the ground running and prepared tens of thousands of meals for disaster victims. Subsequently, the American Red Cross and CRT entered into a “Memorandum of Understanding” to provide mass care feeding during local, regional or national disasters and to be in a “state of readiness” as the needs of the American Red Cross arise, in most cases urgently. The company has refrigerated semi trucks that can deliver meals to locations thoughout the continental United States and are considered first response for disasters east of the Mississippi.

 This year’s emergency call went out for food to be mobilized in the communities of New Milford, Ridgewood and most of Passaic County, all of which were subjected to the cresting Passaic and Hackensack Rivers in northern New Jersey.  The CRT expedited over 20,000 fresh-made, culturally-sensitive meals to the victims and support service teams in a 72 hour period. Corrigan explains, “Watching the rainfall at our corporate headquarters in Edison and the daily news reports, we knew to stay on our toes in anticipation of the call from The Red Cross. My cell phone never left my side.”

The Culinary Response Team is always looking for other businesses or government agencies in need of nutritional support services. For more information contact Jim Corrigan at 732-225-0009 or jimc@merrimakers.com.

For over 35 years, Merri-Makers Caterers have been committed to providing impeccable service to their clients. Their team of professionally-trained chefs and experienced event planners pride themselves on their attention to detail and fresh ideas to make your event truly memorable. Visit us on the web at http://www.merrimakerscatering.com, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/MerriMakersCatering, and on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/MerriMakers.

After over 30 successful years of providing the highest quality food in the most unique venues around the tri-state area, Merri-Makers Caterers in New Jersey is pleased to present their newly-formed, high-end off premise catering division: M2 Caterers.

M2 Caterers (M Squared) is led by Chef de Cuisine, Jack McCann, a recipient of the industry-acclaimed “Chef of the Year”, awarded by the International Caterers Association.  The M2 Catering Division continues the Merri-Makers legacy of providing world-class catered events to notable people and organizations including the NJ RNC’s fundraising dinner, featuring President George W. Bush,  the inaugural balls of Governors Corzine and McGreevy,  as well as the various food and entertainment needs of a number of Fortune 500 Companies that reside in New Jersey. 

M2 Caterers can provide all that is needed for a beautiful wedding, glorious party or that essential fundraiser/gala at any location throughout the tri-state area.  Time after time, M2 consistently delivers a masterful orchestration of skillfully coordinated catered events.  Their obsession for detail translates into a flawless execution every time. Creative menus, artful presentation and professional staff make M2 one of the most sought after catering companies in New Jersey.

“M2 Caterers was selected to help Montclair State University celebrate their 100th year anniversary. The gourmet catering company provided a sit down dinner for 400.”

Montclair State University recently celebrated its 100th year anniversary along with 400 guests who came out for the festivities. To honor such a monumental occasion, the University selected M2 Caterers, an off-premise gourmet catering company, to execute a sit down dinner for 400 people.

The celebratory dinner was held in the University’s new, state of the art athletic complex. With the help of some skillful design concepts, the athletic complex was recreated into a beautiful grand ballroom. The 400 attendees were treated to a gourmet selection of some of M2’s most exquisite culinary creations.

M2 carefully executed an elegant sit down dinner where guests dined upon colossal shrimp cocktail, marinated lamb chops and tender filet mignon.

As the exclusive catering company for many venues in New Jersey, M2 offer a broad variety of catering services to meet any client’s needs. M2 is known for infusing an unwavering passion for the culinary arts into every event they host. Their obsession for detail translates into a flawless execution every time. Creative menus, artful presentation and professional staff make M2 corporate events truly exceptional.

About M2 Caterers

Since 1978, Merri-Makers and its new premier off-site division, M2 have been providing quality food and service to functions including weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations. Merri-Makers is the exclusive on-site caterer for many facilities throughout New Jersey and they have been the recipient of many notable awards including ‘Best Caterer’ from national magazine The Knot in 2007 and 2008.

For more information on M2 catering contact:

Laura Daly

VP of Corporate Sales

M2 Caterers

97 Sunfield Avenue, Suite C

Edison, NJ 08837

732-225-0009

info@merrimakerscatering.com

“The New Jersey coastline is an ideal backdrop for your wedding day- with gorgeous panoramic views and the feeling that you have escaped from the norm- the ambiance created is unbeatable. Long Beach Island is a New Jersey destination wedding location that can provide for you the perfect wedding at two impressive venues.”

The Jersey shore has been a popular wedding location choice for New Jersey brides for years. There is something unique about the natural aura of the waterfront alongside a bride on her wedding day- with the rolling waves and sound of the water, an appeal to crave is created. Outdoor ceremonies and ballrooms with waterfront views have become ever so popular. Long Beach Island is an ideal destination wedding location for a bride and groom to experience all the magical aspects associated with a waterfront wedding experience.

Mallard Island Yacht Club, is one of two impressive locations, in the Long Beach Island area that will be sure to appeal to the bride looking for a waterfront wedding location. Surrounded by the natural brilliance of the Barnegat Bay, this destination wedding location proves to be stately yet intimate.

http://merrimakerscatering.com/locations/mallard-island-yacht-club.html

In itself, the prestigious exterior is enough to move you to a satisfied state of mind, with its dynamic red roofing set atop a crisp white structure. Even more so, the presented interior will be sure to amaze brides with its perfect execution of elegance in both the ballroom and bridal suites.

Lastly, The Boathouse is what will be the dealmaker in booking this location for your special day. The Boathouse is a place where couples will exchange their vows amidst the calming breeze of the bay and magnificent waterfront vistas. Just imagine making a grand entrance on a rented yacht to commence your wedding ceremony at this brand new wedding location. The idea is lavish and so is this venue!

Bonnet Island Estate, the second Long Beach Island wedding location, is truly the essence of classical elegance. Inspired by the great coastal mansions along the east coast from Nantucket to Charleston, the estate proves to have a unique feel of grandeur.

http://merrimakerscatering.com/locations/bonnet-island-estate.html

The ballroom at this location is what will truly amaze you. It is defined by 30-ft high cathedral ceilings and resembles an inverted hull of a classic sailing ship. Even more so, the ballroom encompasses a perfect number of windows to ensure all-around views of the waterfront to satisfy any bride, groom and guest by day or night.

Even more so, The Boathouse Chapel, although similar in name to Mallard Island’s ceremony site, is one-of-a-kind and known as the jewel of the location. It is an original post and beam barn that gained almost an elite status as it was transported from Vermont to Bonnet Island Estate. Located on its own private island, this destination location will be sure to provide a wedding characterized by seclusion and intimacy.

During the recent economic state, one may think that having a destination wedding, and even more so a waterfront wedding, is unrealistic at this time. However, Merri-Makers Caterers has come up with a solution to put brides and grooms at ease when it comes to the tangible price of their wedding in order for them to focus on what their day is really all about.

In order to ensure solidifying a couples’ love and finding a place to do so in a location that is unique and representative of them, Merri-Makers Caterers has established “A Wonderful Wedding” menu package where the food, beverages and service come out to $99.00 per guest (the price does not include 7% New Jersey Sales Tax). This wedding package is available for usage at the destination wedding location of Mallard Island Yacht Club. Spending a little more on that rented Yacht grand entrance just became a little more realistic!

http://www.merrimakerscatering.com/weddings/wonderful-wedding-value-package.html

Merri-Makers Caterers has been providing quality food and expert service for wedding events for over 30 years. They are the exclusive on-site caterer for Bonnet Island Estate and the preferred caterer for Mallard Island Yacht Club, as well as being one of the latter for several other facilities around New Jersey. Also, they have been the recipient of many local, State and National awards, most recently being awarded Best Caterers by readers of “The Knot” magazine for both 2007 and 2008.

Laura Daly
VP of Corporate Sales
Merri-Makers Caterers
97 Sunfield Avenue, Suite C
Edison, NJ 08837
732-225-0009
info@merrimakerscatering.com