Reviews of Inspired Catering - Lisa Cole (Catering)

Ronit Shoham

Inspired Catering offers a wonderful catering experience. The staff is professional, the food is very tasty, unique and enjoyable. My guests loved the variety and the quality of the food and the presentation was beautiful and fun. Overall a great experience!!!

Erin Stein

I am writing on behalf of the Pond House Café in West Hartford. Lisa and her delightful team catered a recent summer staff outing for us. We wanted our hardworking staff to be on the receiving end of a party with great food and service, we were not disappointed. The staff loved the hand passed Hors' doeuvres and delicious buffet dinner. People are still talking about the pulled pork weeks later! The presentation was nicely done and the Inspired Catering staff were so pleasant to work with. There was an abundance of food which was a great plus for us! We highly recommend Inspired Catering for anyone looking to host a delicious and successful event.

Matthew Pizzi

Awesome food, professional friendly staff. Great great experience and would highly recommend!

Marylou Millard Ferrara

Thanks to Lisa Cole, our recent beachfront wedding in Old Saybrook came off without a hitch. The bride and groom were in Chicago, I was in New Jersey, and we could not arrive at the venue until the actual rehearsal. In a less organized and experienced person’s hands, this could have gone so very wrong…. Instead, when I arrived, the tent looked perfect, the staff was running around tending to last minute details, and Lisa was a calmly organizing things. The next day was really lovely. And, since I knew Lisa had everything under control, I was totally able to enjoy being with family and friends. The food was a-mazing. The wait-staff were delightful, and seriously, everything went perfectly. Even the threat of a thunderstorm petered out and all our contingency planning was unneeded. Two of the guests at the wedding are planning big events in the next year, and they already asked me for Lisa’s contact info, so I guess that’s the best endorsement she could ask for….

Benjamin Dubow

Inspired Catering always delivers top quality food and service -- refined without being pretentious. Food is fresh, flavorful and creative -- not your standard catered fair. Truly excellent for both small and large events. Highly recommended.

Alison Bonney

Lisa and her staff recently catered a President's Luncheon for Goodwin College employees. The menu she came up with sounded amazing and tasted even better. She's wonderful to work with and I will definitely use her again for upcoming events!

Kelly Beamish

Lisa and her team at Inspired Catering were absolutely amazing. We hired Lisa to cater our New England picnic-themed rehearsal dinner. We wanted a family-style dinner with multiple shared dishes coming out at once (not traditional single plated meals) and she executed our vision flawlessly. She took the time to meet with us, listen to our ideas, and offer helpful suggestions. She had some ideas about decor and plating that we definitely wouldn't have thought of. She even used one of her contacts at a local rental company to secure us some hard-to-find items! We knew her food would be delicious (it was) but Lisa's ability to make sure that the entire event, from facility configuration, timing, service, and decor, was perfect that made our experience truly exceptional. I cannot recommend her highly enough. If you are looking for an experienced caterer serving delicious wholesome food who is a joy to work with and who won't let any important details go unnoticed, you won't be disappointed by Inspired Catering.

Wendy Graveley

Lisa Cole from Inspired Catering recently catered our event at the Governer's Residence in Hartford. The food was amazing! People are still raving about the presentation, quality and variety of delicious appetizers. I would highly recommend Inspired Catering for any event - The caterers were very friendly, professional and everything went smoothly! My mouth is watering as I think about the Brie and Toasted Almond Quesadilla with cilantro cerema. My husband lved the Bacon Mac N Cheese in shooter. Such delicious, creative appetizers! Thanks so much!

Taylor Braidich

"On behalf of Inspired Catering, I would like to rate all of my experiences as exceptional. Personally knowing the owner, Lisa Cole, and her family, I know that her service is personable yet professional. The food is exquisite and the service is friendly, fast, and stress-free. Inspired Catering is always prepared, from their food to their personalities."

Anita Friars

We hired Inspired Catering for my niece's backyard bridal shower. Lisa's food not only tasted amazing but was beautifully presented. She welcomed our input and created a menu that was perfect for the event. The staff was very professional and focused on the needs of our guests. They packed up all the rental items for us and left the kitchen in spotless condition. Overall it was a wonderful experience working with Lisa and her team!

Shelley Freiman

I can't rave enough about Inspired Caterings food...recently I attended a wedding and was blown away by the delicious and magnificent display of food. The pastry cream filled raspberries were out of this world. I had to control myself to not ask for seconds.

Jakub Lis

I recently attended an event catered by Lisa Cole and Inspired Catering in Longmeadow, MA.I was completely blown away. Her recipes are uniquely creative and offer a variety that would satisfy even the pickiest of palettes. The staff were incredibly friendly, and were able to answer questions about the menu, food allergies, etc. To top it all off, her presentation was phenomenal. Every platter is meticulously arranged to the highest standard, offering an upscale catering experience to highlight any party. The skill with which the event is handled is evident of a truly professional caterer whom I would highly recommend to anyone.

Mike Buchanan

Lisa and her team were fantastic! The food was amazing, their service was spectacular. Everyone was so friendly and professional. I could not have been more pleased with the catering they provided for our Wedding. I highly recommend Lisa and her team!

Zoe Fishman

AMAZING! Out of all of my experiences with Inspired Catering, I can say that the food and service is always fantastic. The service is incredibly reliable, Lisa Cole and her work staff is extremely professional, while still so friendly. The menu is delicious, and always has something for everyone. I highly recommend Inspired Catering!!

James E. Rosado

Having attended a company party that Inspired Catering did, I hired them to cater an important family celebration. I have little experience entertaining and needed lots of advice. Lisa Cole led me through the process and took care of every detail from beginning to end and the result was a memorable and perfect party . I would recommend her highly.

Angelina Meola

I wish to add another star to this review. Grandaughter's outdoor bridal shower was catered by Lisa and her efficient, friendly staff.Food was not only delicious but beautifully displayed.

wendy savin

Menu was delicious; beautiful presentation. Very nice staff. Highly recommend!!!!

Ruth Sovronsky

As the Development Director of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, Inspired Catering was a valuable and important partner at a recent fundraising event for the symphony. The food was perfect, but even more importantly, the service was extraordinary. Lisa was responsive, thoughtful, caring and her attention to every detail made the event a success. It is an honor to recommend Inspired Catering to others!

Charles Crawford-Silva

I have attended many Inspired Catering events and the food is always awesome. Lisa Cole always serves a wide range of food, so everybody can find something they will enjoy. In addition to the food being delicious, Lisa's food presentation is always unique providing an added artistic flavor. Lisa is very easy to work with and is flexible to your needs while her staff is also very professional. I would definitely recommend Inspired Catering for any type of event. I am not even engaged, but I know Lisa is catering my wedding! My favorite menu items are the shrimp diablo, vegetable dumplings, and beef tenderloin with red pepper butter.

Karen Gilbert

Lisa and her team recently catered a scholarship reception for Goodwin College. Working with her and her team is a great experience and we love the food! I have used Inspired Catering previously and Lisa is very flexible, whether the event is for 100 people or just 30. Her menu is set right, and she has great suggestions on the set-up and flow of the event. Lisa is sensitive to the fact that Goodwin College is a non-profit in her pricing and approach, however, the service does not waver. I have recommended Inspired Catering to others and will hire them again.