Stephen Merkel, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and owner/executive chef of Stephen C. Merkel Catering Company and Steve’s Deli, works closely with each client to design a catered occasion that not only meets the needs of space and budget, but also provides a meal and atmosphere that will be remembered for years to come. We can offer you COMPLETE party planning services, providing planning, consulting, menu design and coordination of vendors–all under one roof. From valet parking to entertainment to security–to party themes, Stephen C. Merkel does it all.

Steve’s training as a chef and in food and wine pairing makes him uniquely qualified to help create a function that is an expression of your personality while meeting the needs of budget and space. We cater breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, as well as wine tastings, cocktail parties, weddings, barbeques and clambakes–with service or without!  Basically, anything you want!

Located in New Milford, Connecticut, Wine and Roses specializes in off-premise catering. We work throughout the Fairfield and Litchfield counties in Connecticut and Putnam and  Westchester counties in New York. We can meet any and all of your event needs.