Sterling Affair Catering & Events

Sterling Affair Catering & Events Sterling Affair is a culinary and event production company with over 35 years of experience serving the New York Metro area.

Our foundation is built on chef-driven cuisine, impeccable service, and unwavering attention to detail through true teamwork. For more than 25 years, Sterling Affair has been the tri-state area's premier caterer for life's most important events. Whether an intimate dinner for twenty or an extravaganza for 2000, Sterling's experienced culinary and event teams create custom menus and experiences tha

t you and your guests will remember fondly and forever. We offer traditional off-premise catering and are delighted to serve your needs in any location of your choosing. In addition, we maintain exclusive and preferred partnerships with a number of remarkable venues including Ellis Island, The Italian Academy, Lyndhurst Castle, New York Academy of Medicine, Metropolitan Pavilion, Studio Square, RXR Plaza and more.

Sterling Affair catered a private corporate gathering at Ellis Island🗽featuring a cocktail reception followed by elevate...
06/16/2026

Sterling Affair catered a private corporate gathering at Ellis Island🗽featuring a cocktail reception followed by elevated dinner stations with newly created culinary experiences designed for the occasion.

A spectacular night of hospitality, flavor, and iconic views of the Manhattan skyline, Statue of Liberty, and New York Harbor.
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As a company built around bringing people together, Sterling Affair is proud to celebrate the diversity, individuality, ...
06/12/2026

As a company built around bringing people together, Sterling Affair is proud to celebrate the diversity, individuality, and connections that makes our community, vibrant and strong. ✨

For us, hospitality is so much more than great food. It’s about creating spaces where everyone gathers and feels valued, respected, and included.

Happy Pride Month 🌈

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06/03/2026

✨Sterling Affair was honored to cater the opening of “The Declaration of Independence: Long Trail to Liberty”, a powerful exhibition commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America at Grey Art Museum in NYC.

📜 Featuring an original printing of the Declaration of Independence alongside more than 100 historical items (documents, maps, etc), the exhibition traces the growing tensions between the British government and the colonies in the years leading to the Revolutionary War.

🪈 🥁 Guests were welcomed with live colonial-era music before enjoying passed hors d’oeuvres, a beautifully styled two-tier charcuterie display, and an elegant selection of sweet bites curated by Sterling Affair. 🍮

It was truly an unforgettable exhibit and evening where food, history, and atmosphere came together in celebration of America’s enduring story. 🇺🇸

Florals, Linens & Draping: Perla & Company

Bar: Taylor Creative

Tables & chairs: Broadway Party Rentals

Event Planner-Producer-Designer: Bruce White / brucewhiteeventproductions.com

Beneath the soaring ceilings of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, a luminous evening honored a graduating class from...
05/27/2026

Beneath the soaring ceilings of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, a luminous evening honored a graduating class from one of New York City’s most distinguished Ivy League institutions. 🏛️ 🎓

🍽️ Sterling Affair was proud to serve vibrant, crowdpleasing fair designed to match the energy and significance of this milestone celebration.

🌟 Congratulations to the class of 2026. Here is too bright futures, bold ambitions, and the exciting road ahead!

05/22/2026

✨Sterling Affair had the pleasure in catering The Hoboken Catholic Academy’s annual Spring Soirée & Silent Auction, an unforgettable evening celebrating community, generosity, and tradition.

🍸Guests were welcomed with a curated selection of passed hors d’oeuvres, followed by a full-service bar featuring our signature Spicy Margarita, a crowd favorite. The culinary experience continued with two thoughtfully designed food stations, offering a dynamic and flavorful dining experience throughout the night.

🍨 To end on a sweet note, we presented a decadent dessert station showcasing three unique tiramisu creations, complete with all the perfect accompaniments.

💫 A beautiful evening for a meaningful cause. Thank you to for letting us be part of it.

MC: .eli

DJ: .ian.ali

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Lighting & Desiign: .315

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05/19/2026

✨Two floors. Endless pours. One all-day party.

Sterling Affair was proud to be part of “Cultivating Craft 2026” with at the in NYC, an industry gathering built for bar managers, sommeliers, bottle-shop owners, and craft beverage innovators to connect, discover, and taste what’s next. 🍺🥃

From the afternoon showcase through the evening event, the energy never slowed down. Guests explored fresh-hopped IPAs, barrel-aged stouts, hard teas, zero-proof spritzes, tequila, vodka, and more while our team kept the food stations fully stocked and constantly replenished throughout the day. Jumbo pretzels, Pretzel Burgers layered with fontina cheese, hot dogs with all the fixings and plenty of repeat trips from vendors and guests alike. 😉

Many thanks to Metropolitan Pavillion and Union Beer Distributors!

We were delighted to cater a distinguished university scholarship reception in New York City. Guests enjoyed a flowing s...
05/18/2026

We were delighted to cater a distinguished university scholarship reception in New York City. Guests enjoyed a flowing selection of passed hors d’oeuvres, two thoughtfully-curated food stations, and an array of sweet treats to end the occasion on a high note. ✨🗽

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🌇 Golden hour and something seriously good in handOur Adobo Chicken Cone is slow-simmered, served in a tortilla cone wit...
05/06/2026

🌇 Golden hour and something seriously good in hand

Our Adobo Chicken Cone is slow-simmered, served in a tortilla cone with cilantro dust and Mexican spiced crème. Served roof-top side overlooking Washington Square Park, NYC… a great backdrop for great food ✨

Happy Earth Day 🌎Today, we’re reflecting on the power of thoughtful sourcing, meaningful partnerships, and full-circle s...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎

Today, we’re reflecting on the power of thoughtful sourcing, meaningful partnerships, and full-circle sustainability. 💫

From harvesting fresh produce in the garden 🥕of a private residence in Damascus, PA used the very same day to celebrate a beautiful 50th Anniversary to continuing our partnership with , every step matters.

Together, we’ve diverted 18,762 lbs. of food waste from landfills—transforming it into nutrient-rich compost that supports local farms 🌱 and urban growing spaces. That impact has already helped plant 123 seedlings 🌳 , while also offsetting 18,612 miles of landfill travel and saving 844 gallons of gas.

✨As a Certified Green Caterer®, we remain committed to reducing our environmental footprint—from responsible sourcing to minimizing waste—because excellence should always be sustainable.

Thank you to our clients and partners who choose to with us. Together, we’re setting the table for a better tomorrow.

Green Restaurant Association

04/21/2026

An inspiring evening inside the magnificent Cathedral of St. John the Divine ✨

Hosted with the event team from Columbia University, this special gathering brought event industry professionals together to experience the possibilities of event design and this iconic space.

Sterling Affair crafted a vibrant Moroccan-inspired menu, decadent sweets, and our signature Moroccan Sidecar Cocktail 🍸🍊

🍽️ Beautifully styled tablescapes by Broadway Party Rentals showcased settings for a variety of occasions, while Franz James Floral completed each look with exquisite, theme-inspired centerpieces 🌺

💫 An evening of collaboration, creativity, and inspiration, proving that when design, cuisine, and setting align, something truly memorable happens.

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575 Madison Avenue, Ste 1006
New York, NY
10022

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm

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