Emma's Torch

Catering services pricing

Food starts at $60 per person and bar services at $60 per person.

Minimum spend

$500 total

Offer from vendor

Select 2026 Dates Still Available

Planning a celebration? We have select dates available over the next few months. Reach out to explore chef-crafted catering that makes your event memorable while supporting a meaningful mission.

About Emma's Torch

Emma's Torch

Catering Manager

Emma's Torch is a social enterprise that provides culinary training for refugees, asylees, and survivors of human trafficking. We offer a variety of full-service catering events in the Washington, DC area and the New York area.

We care deeply about our customers, and offer customized proposals and support from start to finish. We care deeply about your event and will do whatever we can to make it a rousing success! We offer Halal, gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options.

Sample catered weddings

Franklin & Rosemary chose Emma's Torch to cater their wedding for our diverse and flavorful menu selections, and close personal touch.

Guest Count

120

Total Catering Cost

$30,000

Menu Highlights

  • Buffet
  • Passed appetizers
  • Stationary appetizers
  • Passed & stationary canapes, buffet dinner including dessert, & premium bar package.

Services Included

  • Clean Up / Trash Removal
  • Chef(s)
  • Service Captain(s)
  • Bartender(s)
  • Service Staff
  • Setup / Breakdown
  • Rentals
Elegant table settings featuring a plate brimming with flavors from the buffet.
Tender Brussels sprouts, roasted to perfection.
Franklin & Rosemary selected our pan-seared fish for their buffet.
Caprese skewers for a light bite before dinner.

Services

Services

  • Bartenders
  • Cleanup and breakdown
  • Consultations and tastings - for a fee
  • Delivery and setup
  • Rental coordination - directly invoice couple
  • Serving staff

Cuisines

  • African
  • American
  • BBQ
  • French
  • Middle Eastern

Dietary accommodations

  • Dairy-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Halal
  • Nut-free
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Meal types

  • Breakfast/brunch
  • Buffet
  • Dessert service
  • Family-style meal
  • Food stations
  • Passed appetizers
  • Stationary appetizers

Beverage services

  • Bartending
  • Beverage servingware rentals
  • Mixers/non-alcoholic options
  • Provides liquor license

Drink types

  • Beer
  • Coffee service
  • Liquor
  • Non-alcoholic
  • Signature cocktails
  • Wine

Extra costs

  • Administrative Fee
  • Bartender services
  • Consultation / Tasting
  • Extra hour of service
  • Rentals - beverage ware
  • Rentals - dining ware
  • Rentals - furniture
  • Rentals - linens
  • Service Fee
  • Wedding Cake & Dessert Service

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

3 reviews

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    Anna S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 2, 2025

    Easy to work with and amazing food

    I recently got married at Prospect Park Picnic House. Emma's Torch is one of the preferred vendors in that venue. It was an absolute pleasure working with them! I was initially a bit skeptical since catering is not their main business, but it quickly became obvious that they are very experiences and organized. The best part is that food tasted amazing! We got so many compliments on the desserts.

  • M

    Maddie

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Dec 26, 2024

    Amazing food and a wonderful organization

    We loved working with Emma's Torch for our wedding. Amanda and her entire team were incredibly thoughtful, kind, and responsive through the entire process, from our amazing tasting to our wedding day. The food was unique and delicious - we got so many complements from our guests (we particularly recommend the samosas, salads, and vegetable tagine). Emma's Torch has such an important mission and does vital work in the community - we would highly recommend them to anyone planning a wedding or any other celebration!

  • AB

    Allie B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 8, 2024

    Couldn't have dreamed a better caterer

    The food was delicious (a fact *many* guests were incredulous about), the staff so kind, and Amanda the catering manager an amazing partner. From the initial tasting when we felt like royalty, to the dozen twists and turns to our order to get the price down to the wire, all the way through 11th hour changes to the rentals (changes, I might add, that Amanda had already foreseen!), we were so happy with our choice to go with Emma’s Torch. It was a cherry on top that they are a nonprofit with such a fantastic mission.

Yes. Delivery fees vary based on your event location, service style, and distance traveled. In New York City, we deliver throughout all five boroughs, and in the Washington, DC region, we serve Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Your custom proposal will include any applicable delivery or transportation fees upfront, so you'll know exactly what to expect with no surprises.
Yes, we offer tastings for you and a guest for a small fee. If you sign a contract with us beforehand, we can waive this fee.
Every wedding is unique, so we'll tailor our planning process to your needs. After your tasting, we typically recommend two planning meetings: one to finalize your menu, guest count, dietary accommodations, and service details, and a second to review your timeline, venue logistics, floor plan, and final event details. Of course, we're always available by email or phone throughout the planning process to answer questions and ensure everything comes together seamlessly.
We are full service. We will take you on a walk-through of available rentals and work with you to find options within your budget.
While we recommend booking 8–10 months in advance for spring, summer, and fall weddings to ensure the best availability, we know every celebration has a unique timeline. We also welcome shorter planning windows whenever our calendar allows, so don't hesitate to reach out, even if your wedding is just a few months away. We'll always do our best to accommodate your date and create a memorable catering experience.
We proudly serve all five boroughs of New York City. In the Washington, DC region, we currently cater throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Absolutely! We proudly accommodate a wide range of dietary needs and preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, halal, dairy-free, gluten-free, and many common food allergies. Our culinary team will work closely with you to create a menu that is both delicious and inclusive, ensuring every guest can enjoy the celebration with confidence. Please let us know about any dietary restrictions or allergies during the planning process so we can make the appropriate accommodations.
Yes! We offer professional cake cutting and serving for a small per-person service fee. Our team will beautifully plate and serve your wedding cake, allowing you and your guests to enjoy the moment while we take care of the details.

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