At Chez Gourmet, we understand you need more from your caterer than culinary expertise; you need peace of mind that someone you trust will take care of every detail. That’s why we serve more than just excellent food — we are here to serve you. From stress-free planning services, to a sounding board for all of your ideas, everything we provide at Chez Gourmet will make your event unforgettable and uniquely yours.
Whatever occasion you’re celebrating, you deserve to do it your way. Whether a casual self-serve buffet or a formal seven-course dinner, we do it all, including performance stations where our culinary team will dazzle your guests with made-to-order specialities. Whatever kind of party you’re having, we’ll do our part to make it better than you ever imagined.
Possibly the most magical moment of your life, planning your wedding should be as joyous as the day itself.
Sweeten your simcha with our complete menu and party planning services, perfect for this milestone occasion.
Please scroll through some of our clients’ kind words.
I couldn’t let another second go by without thanking you. Everything was PERFECT!!!! More perfect than you said it would be. The food was better than delicious. The tasting didn’t do it justice. The cocktail hour was so amazing that people couldn’t believe there was a dinner after. The food kept on coming!! The service was outstanding. You remembered my friends names and tables that needed the salad without cheese and the vegetarian meal. They were super impressed. If anything went wrong we didn’t know it. The bartenders were great. And of course the way the meals were served was spectacular. Someone actually thought I requested that it be that way. I didn’t know they thought I was so fancy. It was elegant and fun and warm and just everything Alexis and TJ wanted it to be. And I cannot forget how beautifully the cake and cupcakes were presented. OMG!!! I never ever ever thought it was going to look that good. You created a masterpiece!!! On top of all of that you were the easiest person to work with. A true professional!!!! From the top to the bottom of my heart I thank you and my family thanks you!!!
"Thank you for such a fantastic party! Our friends and family can't stop raving about the delicious food and awesome decor! Working with you was so fun and easy! We look forward to sharing many more events with you."
"Not sure if words alone can express what you and your staff did for us on our special night. You allowed me to relax and not have to think about a thing. Like busy bees, everyone went about the task of readying the house. NOTHING was left undone! Table settings were exquisite, the presentation everyone loved and the food was divine! My compliments to the chef...5 STARS! Thank you again so very much! I am still smiling about the gift you gave me...beautiful memories." XOXO
"You've made my wedding experience seamless, joyful and STRESS FREE!" You're the best!
Thank you for making our event so special. You did an amazing job – you really allowed me to be a guest at my party. I didn't worry about anything. People can't stop talking about the food – from the lobster mac and cheese to the french toast (even people who were at the other party said the food was beyond). The tempura shrimp, the fry station, everything – and the presentations were amazing. But truly you are amazing at what you do and the staff was amazing!
"Where do I begin to show my gratitude to such an amazing catering company? Thank you for giving us your top wedding angel, Michele. The food was beyond delicious! We are still getting rave reviews from our guests saying it was the best food they have ever had, not only at a wedding, but food in general! You served everything with elegance and complete professionalism. Since day one, Michele has gone above and beyond to make this process easier and manageable. Knowing that we had such a reputable company taking care of our catering gave us a feeling of calm and ease. The whole staff was so exceptionally trained and skilled. Thank you to all of you at Chez Gourmet for eveything you have done to create such a lasting memory for my husband, family and myself. We miss you already! You absolutely amazed all of us!" Regards
"Our most heartfelt thanks for the truly outstanding job you and your staff did at our wedding on October 21. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable, and your staff, ESPECIALLY Jorge, was phenomenal! Warmest Regards
While we can cater and plan your event for any venue — including your own backyard or company office — we have a number of venues we work with regularly, from elegant museums and luxury resorts to casual beachside locations and blank warehouse spaces. Contact us to learn about venue options for your next event. Below is a list of venues we have previously serviced.
| .Flager Museum, Palm Beach | .Royal Poinciana Chapel, Palm Beach | .Temple Beth El, Boca Raton |
| .Temple Beth Israel, West Palm Beach | .Gallery of Amazing Things, Dania Beach | .Ann Norton Sculpture Garden, West Palm Beach |
| .Vizcaya Museum, Miami | .Old School Square, Delray Beach | .Crane’s Beach House, Delray Beach |
| .Colony Cabana Club, Delray Beach | .Wright by the Sea, Delray Beach | .Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton |
| .Boca Museum of Art, Boca Raton | .Studio 1016, West Palm Beach | .Lake Pavilion, West Palm Beach |
| .Bonnet House Museum, Ft. Lauderdale | .Cruz Building, Miami | .Lake Worth Casino, Lake Worth |
Owners
We are very honored to continue the legacy of the founders of Chez Gourmet, Jack and Sheri Jacobs. After many years of employment at Chez Gourmet and being mentored by them we became family. We are excited to continue our journey as owners and partners. We are passionate about our family and business. With that comes a complete understanding of our clients needs. We will treat your family like they are our very own. From large and small weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, dinner parties or corporate events we will be focused on every detail. Here at Chez Gourmet, we believe in celebrating everything! #celebrateeverything
Meet Our Team!
Owner/Partner
I am proud and excited to take over the reins at Chez Gourmet with Kelli! The best part of my new endeavor is the ability to work with the client on a personal level to create an event that encompasses their vision and dreams and know that I have the team with me to fulfill those dreams. My goal is to bring fresh new ideas and continue the personal and professional service that has been our trademark. Although I was born and raised in New England, Florida has been my home for over 15 years, where I am proud to be a mother of three beautiful children. Restaurants and parties are in my blood, as I have worked in almost every aspect of the business for the past decade. Seven years ago, however, I discovered my true talent for planning parties and events and haven’t stopped since! I am dedicated to my clients and want every detail of their special event to be perfect. *Click,hold and drag the small square black and white images below either left or right to view more Team Members.*
Owner/Partner
I am so passionate about my journey as an owner of Chez Gourmet. I love every aspect of this business from the menu creation to the execution of each detail. I look forward most to working with our clients and making their dreams come true. A Florida native, I bring countless years of planning and organizing experience in a variety of fields to the Chez Gourmet team. I am proud of my attention to detail and creativity, which are a perfect match to the Chez Gourmet philosophy. I especially enjoy family time as a mother of three amazing children and a wife of over twenty years to a former United States Marine.
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Chef de Cuisine
As a Florida native, I have been lucky to be exposed to such diverse and fresh local ingredients as we have here. I grew up really loving to cook for friends and family. After graduating from the University of Florida in 2010, I realized that cooking was still my true passion so I braved the cold winters for the first time and went on to earn a degree in Culinary Arts at the Culinary Institute of America in New York in 2013. On breaks from school, I increased my hands-on experience working at The Breakers Palm Beach in their banquet kitchen, and part time at Chez Gourmet. After graduating, I returned to Chez Gourmet as a Sous Chef and became their Head Chef in 2015. I will always be a student of the culinary arts, constantly learning and growing and experimenting. I love trying new things with food and making people happy with my food. I truly want my passion for cooking to translate to those I serve, so that they enjoy eating my food as much as I love creating it.
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Event Designer
Since 2004, I have loved planning weddings and events at Chez Gourmet, always trying to bring some international influence to South Florida. Born and raised on the Island of Malta, I studied at the International School of Tourism and Catering for three years, and then received a scholarship to Florence, Italy, to study hotel management – learning all aspects of that business but with special attention to restaurants and banquets. After returning to Malta, I worked with The Corinthia Group of resorts in public relations and then spent time in Eastern Europe, mainly Croatia, Hungary, Poland and Slovenia, managing offices for local companies. In 1996 I moved to the United States and started a family and a successful business before coming full circle back to my true calling of planning parties. I am always excited to help a bride fulfill her dreams and have been lucky enough to become a specialist for the romantic and gorgeous weddings at the prestigious Flagler Museum in Palm Beach!
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Chef
I have cooked for my family for as long as I can remember. I first learned at home in Haiti, where cooking was mandatory, and I grew to love learning old family recipes and creating new ones. I came to the U.S. in 2000 with my husband and started a beautiful family, which has now grown to include seven children! Over the years I have turned my love of cooking into a fascinating career, beginning as a buffet manager and garde manger at country clubs and prestigious restaurants throughout Palm Beach county. Over time, the required cooking I was taught as a young girl grew into a passion that I sought to advance, taking classes and improving my skills along the way. At Chez Gourmet since 2006, I love to do a little bit of everything, and really enjoy the variety of jobs my position allows me. I view cooking like shopping and art – seeking out different elements and matching flavors to make a beautiful culinary work of art.
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Event Producer and Graphic Designer
I began my event-planning career in New York, working first for UNICEF and then for a prestigious trade show management company. After moving to Florida in 1997, I worked for the American Cancer Society organizing fundraising events in Broward County before taking time off to raise my two daughters (and plan fabulous parties for them!). I then returned to work and became the Editor of a Boca Raton magazine, bringing my creative talents to that position. At Chez Gourmet since 2014, I have done everything from staff coordination to office management to proposal writing, graphic design and event planning. I love the variety of my job and sharing in all the happy occasions that we celebrate with our clients.
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Event Designer
I joined the Chez Gourmet family in 2012 and was certain, after 17 years in the education field, that I had found my new calling! It is such a joyful feeling to work alongside families and help them plan their special celebrations! And with the amazing chefs and staff at Chez Gourmet the end results do not disappoint! I am a proud graduate of the University of Central Florida. My husband and I have two biological children and have also had the honor of being foster parents to many children since 2013.
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Chef
A native of New York, I attended college in Florida and never looked back. I always enjoyed cooking (and eating), but for my early career I was more involved in the business side of hospitality. As a sales representative for Southern Wine & Spirits, my route took me up and down I-95. On my long drives, I would watch the scenery and noticed a building going up. One day they installed the sign on the building: Florida Culinary Institute…and I had my AHA moment! It was as if all my previous work in the industry, as well as my assigned route, had conspired to tell me what I was really meant to do. Now, in my second professional chapter, I get to do what I love and share the fruits (and pastries, cakes and cookies) of my labor. What a “sweet” story!
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Founders/Consultants/Mentors
We are thrilled to have celebrated over 20 years in such an exciting business. We never dreamed when we started with our first events that this company would grow to be one of South Florida’s finest catering and party planning companies. We have always sought to bring to each and every event a diverse culinary background and a desire to please your palate with the most delectable flavors from around the world. Prior to starting Chez Gourmet, we were lucky to live in Maui for five years where we developed a love for Pacific Rim cuisine and fabulous food. Missing family and friends, we moved back to the mainland and opened the award-winning Pastabilities in Atlanta, Georgia. A few years later, after once again hearing the call of the ocean, we sold the restaurant to pursue our dream of creating a unique catering company in beautiful, sunny South Florida. Today, Chez Gourmet has grown beyond our highest expectations, encompassing both catering and party planning that has delighted thousands of customers and we are so proud to pass the reins to Sarah and Kelli – amazing partners who are always ready to bring a smile to every guest and make every event a memorable success.
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At Chez Gourmet, we know that truly experiential cuisine captivates more senses than just taste. Food should be equally delicious and beautiful, allowing you to savor it before it even touches your lips. We pay meticulous detail to every aspect of presentation, ensuring that when you look back at pictures from your party, the food will look as good as you remember it tasting. Browse the images in the gallery to get a glimpse of what to expect from a Chez Gourmet catered event.
Check out our time lapse video showing a Flager wedding set up from start to finish.
We serve all of South Florida, from Naples to Port St. Lucie to Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Miami and the Keys. To learn more about our catering and party planning services please feel free to contact us using any of the information below.
1716 Corporate Dr. Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Possibly the most magical moment of your life, planning your wedding should be as joyous as the day itself. Whether an intimate wedding for 50, or a grand, elegant reception for 500, we will assist you every step of the way with our warm and friendly service and attention to every detail.
As your son or daughter becomes a Bar or Bat Mitzvah and friends and family gather to celebrate this milestone occasion, Chez Gourmet will make sure that every detail is just right. Our innovative menus, customized to your tastes, are sure to please guests of all ages. We offer nearly a decade of experience with some of South Florida's most discerning parents.
We are ready to wow your guest with a fabulous first impression at a product launch or open house – or award your staff for a job well-done. Give your clients and customers an event to remember, with masterfully prepared food and exceptional service.
Imagine your guests' delight as they step into a scene from a fairy tale, an amazing adventure, or a trip around the world. With Chez Gourmet at your side, let your imagination run wild and conjure up the party of your dreams.
Tell us your ideas or let us help you create an ingenious, original party theme. With our comprehensive catering and party planning expertise, we will create a party your guests will never forget.
