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Why Choose UsWorking with UsPlanning Your EventFood & EntertainingAbout Peter CallahanAbout Carton House NYCAbout PCK Catering
Who is Peter Callahan?
Peter Callahan is a premier NYC event caterer, event producer, culinary innovator, and leading voice in luxury entertaining with a career spanning decades. Since founding Peter Callahan Productions & Food Experiences, his work has encompassed pioneering miniature comfort foods, experiential activations, fine dining-caliber seated dinners, major private and corporate events, two bestselling cookbooks, and an exclusive tabletop collection made in collaboration with Bergdorf Goodman.
What is Peter known for?
Peter Callahan helped redefine how food is presented at events, bringing wit and imagination to miniature hors d’oeuvres, serving pieces, and the guest experience. His approach extends to complete seated dinners for hundreds, with the same thoughtful attention to cuisine and service reflecting elegant seasonal, local ingredients and preparations.
Where has Peter’s work been featured?
His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Vogue, and Town & Country among many others. Peter has also appeared many times on TODAY and Good Morning America, among others. Explore our website for photography and press.
Which books has Peter written?
Peter Callahan is the author of Bite by Bite (foreword by Martha Stewart), the #1 bestselling appetizer cookbook worldwide, and Peter Callahan’s Party Food (foreword by Kate Spade). Both books were published by Clarkson Potter and showcase his unique approach to catering, party planning, and culinary design.
Where can we find his tabletop collection?
Peter’s tabletop collection exclusively carried at Bergdorf Goodman and featured on its legendary seventh floor, proved especially popular, and many pieces have sold out in-store. A selection remains available for purchase directly from us and may also be used at our events. Contact us to learn what is currently available.
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