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I am writing this letter of reference for Taste America Catering for your consideration. Broadway in Chicago has worked exclusively with this company for a few years now, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with their polished, professional, and courteous service.

Taste America has always presented us with consistent quality of food and service.  Our work with sales consultant Donna Brucks has remained unparalleled in our history; her choreography of even the most nerve-rattling events leaves us assured that no project is too difficult to handle.

Because of the nature of pre-theatre events held in the lobby, timing is critical so an event can be broken down prior to the lobby being opened to the public.  Taste America has always broken down in the allotted time of 15 minutes so we have not had any production delays.  

Taste America is also able to flex its creative muscles to meet our needs. They have created menus to reflect the stage performance, such as an African-themed menu for Lion King and Southern-themed menus for The Color Purple. Events are further personalized to great detail, from décor to suit the performance to menus to suit the client. No creative stone is left unturned.

We are positive that you will enjoy similar successes with Taste America.

Break a leg!

Eileen LeCario
Broadway in Chicago

It is my understanding that Taste America Catering would like you to consider them for preferred vendor status. Please consider this letter my seal of approval!

I have worked with Taste America and salesperson Donna Brucks for many years, and I can tell you that this is an organization that does not miss. Ms. Brucks is a savvy sales contact, and we have worked in conjunction for 14 years to book cruises on El Presidente and dazzle our guests with a variety of delicious foods.

With Taste America as our exclusive caterer, we have seen a rise in repeat corporate and private clients. This success is thanks in part to the organization’s quality products, service and highly dedicated staff. Any organization would be privileged to work with such an inspiring crew.

Sincerely,

Captain John May
El Presidente

I just wanted to send you a note thanking you and your staff for a great event. I especially wanted to point out how accommodating Alex and the bartenders (especially the two that were outside, I can’t recall their names) were. They definitely added to the success and smoothness of event.

Thanks again,
Lindsay

I just heard from our folks who are working on the Family FUN DAY projects in the parks for the summer, and I wanted to tell you that they have only GREAT things to say about the picnic lunches you are providing - they have feedback from the customers who are more than pleased that the lunch is so generous and tasty, and from the coordinators who are impressed that your deliveries are going so smoothly.

Judith Dunbar Hines
Director, Culinary Arts & Events
Dept of Cultural Affairs, City of Chicago

Michael,

What a fantastic job you and everyone from Taste America did for Ellen and Greg's wedding! We received many, many compliments on the food and the service. We know this was not an easy event or venue and tremendously appreciate all you did.

Thank you, thank you!

Peggy & Richard Frisbie

Wanted to let you know that the food was wonderful and your staff did a very nice job. Thank-you so much for your attention to detail and quick response. Look forward to working with you again.

Deb

Hi Jim,

Happy New Year and greetings from Mexico.

Thanks to you for all you've done to help us make a smashing event in Chicago! I meant to send a note to you after the RSNA but the time really got away from me. (Maybe I did send it and don't remember.) Michael did a terrific job and everything was perfect. I got a number of accolades for that one and there is talk to go back to REAC next year. If we switch venues, it has to be, as one person put it, "anyplace we can use that caterer."

Thanks again and best wishes for a successful 2009.

Tym

Just a short note to say thanks for your entire team’s efforts during our holiday event yesterday!
We appreciate your responsiveness and competitive pricing while delivering a superb product - food & service!

Carlos Chavez, OFP Operations Manager, and I have been meeting with executives at the property and many have commented that the event was much more festive and professionally done than in previous years. Our long-tenured staff even commented how tenants were enjoying the event compared to previous years – kudos to your team that worked extremely well with Nicki to successfully run this event for OFP!

I have enjoyed a great relationship with Rob and his team at Lloyd’s and look forward to working together with your catering service in the future.

Thank you,

Craig Cudzilo, LEED AP
Property Manager – One Financial Place
Behringer Harvard

I just want to THANK YOU SO MUCH for all of your help with these events. I was such a mess this week with everything and you really took a lot of worry off my mind. Taste America is great but I really selected TA for this event because of my faith and belief in YOU!!!

Thanks again for everything and I hope you have a great holiday!!

Jennifer Newton
Chef Concierge

With a few seconds free here in the exhibit, I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for your help with our reception last Sunday night at the REAC. It really turned out wonderful and I've since received a number of comments about the quality of the food and the location. Also, Alex was superb and made sure we were well taken care of. It must have turned out well because we had to kick people out after 9:30 -- they didn't want to leave.

Anyway, I hope we have the opportunity to work together again in the future. Thank you and best wishes for a wonderful holiday season.

Tymothi Peters
Director, Radiology Postgraduate Education
University of California, San Francisco

It was nice speaking to you this morning. I have to compliment you and your staff on a wonderful job this week in our Chicago showroom. The presentation, the flavor and service were outstanding. Please tell Bianca her attention to detail was fantastic. If you or any of your staff are ever in the Palm Beach to Jupiter, Fl area please have them give me a call and I will turn them on to some great places to eat. Once again, thanks for an excellent job.

Esse Asker
Manufacturers Representative Agio International

In addition to the weather being cooperative yesterday, the event itself was way beyond expectation. Everyone was totally impressed with not only the vessel, accommodations & set up, but the entire atmosphere. The staff was very friendly, professional and helpful.

The food and presentation was absolutely excellent and the staff was discrete, friendly and capable and efficient. I could have eaten every one of those shortbread/raspberry cookies all by myself!!

I did not get the usual headaches and anxiety normally associated with planning an event and trying to anticipate the unknown. I felt very confident that I was not alone in the process and that everything would go as planned. Your reassurance and willingness to work with me on pricing was invaluable to me. I have never been so relaxed at an office event!

Thanks to each of you and all of your staff for making this event perfect. As people were reluctantly leaving, many of them hopefully said "Same time next year??!!" That says it all.

Staszak, Barbara

I wanted to thank you and your team for all you did to make our event a
success. The food and service were spectacular and I hope to work with you
again.

Laura Leiponis
Coorporate Communications Specialist
BMW of North America

I just want to say thank you for doing such a wonderful job on Saturday night.  The food was absolutely outstanding.  My mouth begins to water when I think about that fish course!  Everything was perfect and went just as I envisioned it.  Once again, Taste America Catering comes through with flying colors.  Also, thank you for the beautiful gingerbread house.  My kids loved seeing it when they woke up the next morning and have been nibbling on it ever since.  Your thoughtfulness is much appreciated and I wish you and your family a happy holiday.

Margaret Flanagan
Home for the Holidays

Thanks so much for everything! The OYO event was a success and everyone absolutely loved the cocktail party. Your staff was so courteous and professional. I loved Velvet! J It was great to meet William as well.

Kimberly Asenjo
Real Simple Magazine

My experience, and the client's experience was excellent. They really love the food, wine and space. Your Chef and staff were very, very good, especially when the host needed to move the time for the small plates to be served. Thank you.

Michelle F. Smith
JP Morgan Asset Management

Everything was great! Your staff did a super job and everyone enjoyed themselves. I also wanted to let you know how impressed I was to work with you last minute and have everything go so smoothly. I have been working in the events industry for over a decade in CA, Chicago and Milwaukee and you and your staff made everything so easy. THANK YOU!!

Shawna Muren
Waukesha Symphony Orchestra