c. Brooke Fitts

More Reasons to Celebrate at the Picnic House

July 9, 2019

Prospect Park Alliance has expanded its catering options at the Picnic House, its wedding and special event venue situated on the Long Meadow in Prospect Park.

This bucolic destination provides a flexible and scenic setting for weddings and special events of all styles and budgets. Proceeds support Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit that sustains the park, in the care of Brooklyn’s Backyard, keeping the park green and vibrant for today and decades to come.

The following is the roster of Picnic House caterers. Learn more about having your wedding or special event at the Prospect Park Picnic House.

Bon Soir Caterers
Founded in 1977, Bon Soir offers our clients a wide range of custom menus and services. Reflecting the global and contemporary Brooklyn community which we serve, our cuisine is simple yet tasteful, affordable yet elegant, and of course locally sourced and sustainable.

Emma’s Torch
Emma’s Torch is a non-profit social enterprise that empowers refugees through culinary education. We collaborate with our students on techniques and ingredients to craft flavor-forward American cuisine with an international twist.

Fig & Pig
With over 15 years of catering and restaurant experience, Culinary Institute of America graduate chef Holly Sheppard provides creative, quality-driven catering devoted to showcasing seasonal ingredients and producing exceptional, food-focused events.

Purslane
Brought to you by the team behind Rucola, Metta and June, our food is ingredient-driven with a slow food ethos and a vegetable-focused menu. As New York City’s only trash-free and carbon-neutral caterer, our primary mission is to provide food that is delicious, sustainable and beautifully executed.

The Raging Skillet
For over 30 years, The Raging Skillet has catered weddings and special occasions with fusion cuisine reflecting Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, Southern, Southwestern and Cajun traditions, as well as Chef Rossi’s mother’s Hungarian Yiddish home cooking. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free menus available.

Saffron by Miriam and 1803NYC
Saffron Catering is a full-service catering company that specializes in Middle Eastern and Israeli, and New Orleans influenced Cajun cuisine. We offer a range of options from hors d’oeuvres, small plates, full menu, and buffet style catering, for any palate, including dietary restrictions, allergies and kid’s menus.

Steven Brown Caterers
Serving New York since 1991, we provide unmatched creative cuisine, artistic presentation, exceptional value, and professional service from first contact through execution of your event. Our menus range from traditional fare to the latest culinary trends, reflecting the diverse cultures of the city we live in.

Kosher Catering Options

Simply Divine
Simply Divine creates delicious, extraordinary memories for discerning clients who require a glatt kosher event along with a sophisticated secular experience.  Known for more than 25 years for our outstanding tasting menus, seasoned style, exciting décor, and superb staff, we’re still getting raves year after year.

Above & Beyond Catering
Above & Beyond Catering is an OU-certified, full-service, off-premise catering and event planning. With over 15 years of experience, we know how much planning and precision is needed to successfully host a seamless event. Whatever the celebration, Above & Beyond will exceed all expectations.

Bension Kohen Caterers 
Since 1979, the family-owned, Glatt Kosher Bension Kohen Caterers has served the Brooklyn community with dedication and warmth. We strive to ensure that your event is beautiful, efficient and elegant.

About the Picnic House in Prospect Park
The Picnic House in Prospect Park is a charming and historic building in the heart of Brooklyn’s premier park. With scenic views of the 90-acre Long Meadow, outdoor spaces for ceremonies and cocktails, floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors and a working wood fireplace, it provides a bucolic setting for your perfect day. The Picnic House can be tailored for every taste and budget, and is a blank canvas to create the ideal wedding no matter what the season. The Picnic House comfortably seats 175 guests for dinner and dancing or 240 for a cocktail-style event. Proceeds benefit Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains Prospect Park. For more information, visit prospectpark.org/weddings.