Business Details
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Portland, ME
At Black Tie, we pride ourselves on meticulous attention to detail, from sourcing fresh, high-quality ingredients to crafting impeccable table settings for your most significant events. With over 35 years of experience as a small Maine-based business, we deliver excellence whether hosting events at our venues or other locations. Our extensive services include catering, corporate meeting coordination, event support, and full event design and planning.Our team collaborates closely with clients to execute their visions beautifully, ensuring every client experiences our best work. We combine expertise in culinary arts with creative event design, offering a diverse menu tailored to individual preferences. Our commitment to innovation and customer service has established us as a trusted leader in the industry, serving both local and regional clients with professionalism and dedication.
Services
Catering
Event Planning
Wedding Coordination
Bar Service
Bakery Services
Venue Selection
Menu Curation
Holiday Events
Corporate Meetings
Distinctive Touches
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in event catering and planning across Maine.
- Our in-house bakery creates custom sweet and savory fare from scratch daily.
- Exclusive venues like The Landing at Pine Point offer state-of-the-art facilities.
- We prioritize fresh, locally sourced ingredients for all catering services.
- Professional staff ensures seamless service for events of any size or complexity.
What people say
Exceptional attention to detail
Fresh, locally sourced ingredients
Seamless event execution
Creative catering options
Professional staff
Services
Catering
Our catering services deliver artfully prepared meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients tailored to your event's theme and guest preferences. We offer diverse menus ranging from casual buffets to gourmet plated dinners. With experience in corporate events, weddings, and private gatherings, our culinary team ensures exceptional flavors and presentation.
Event Planning
From concept development to execution, our event planning services cover venue selection, decor design, vendor coordination, and day-of management. We specialize in creating cohesive themes for weddings, corporate functions, and holiday celebrations. Our planners ensure every detail aligns with client visions while maintaining logistical efficiency.
Bakery Services
Our in-house bakery creates made-from-scratch desserts and savory items, including wedding cakes, pastries, and artisan breads. The executive pastry chef customizes creations to match event themes while accommodating dietary restrictions. Fresh daily production ensures optimal taste and quality for special orders.
Bar Service
Professional bar service features premium liquors, local craft beers, and signature cocktails tailored to event themes. Our licensed team provides hosted bars, specialty drink displays, and customized menu creation. Services include cash bars, wine pairings, and interactive beverage stations for corporate and private events.
Exclusive Venues
Our venues include The Landing at Pine Point with 250-person capacity and state-of-the-art AV systems, plus Pineland Farms' rustic to modern settings. Services include venue customization, farm-to-table catering integration, and event design that leverages each location's unique features for memorable experiences.
People
Amy Collins
Owner
Amy Collins has owned Black Tie for over two decades, leading daily operations since 2015. Her expertise spans catering, event planning, and business management. She emphasizes client-centric service while overseeing strategic growth and maintaining company culture.
Heather Tumidajski
Senior Event Planner
Heather leads event planning operations with eight years of experience at Black Tie. She specializes in client collaboration, problem-solving, and executing complex events. Known for her organizational skills, she ensures seamless transitions from planning to event execution while maintaining personal client relationships.
Avery French
Executive Chef
Avery French oversees all food services at Black Tie, managing menu development, ingredient sourcing, and kitchen operations. With decade-long tenure, she combines culinary expertise with logistical coordination to maintain consistent quality across catering events and retail locations.
Renae Sek
Office Manager & Event Planner
Renae Sek combines administrative leadership with hands-on event planning experience. Her decade-long career at Black Tie includes logistics coordination, catering delivery, and team organization. She excels at solving logistical puzzles while maintaining the company's service standards.
Alex Tumidajski
Sous Chef
Alex supports culinary operations with extensive kitchen experience, including formal training at Johnson & Wales University. He manages daily food preparation logistics, quality control, and staff coordination in one of Maine's most demanding catering environments.
Questions
What event services does Black Tie offer?
We provide full-service catering, event design, venue coordination, bar services, and bakery offerings for weddings, corporate events, holidays, and private gatherings across Maine.
Can Black Tie accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, our bakery team customizes desserts and our culinary staff adapts menus to meet gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and other dietary requirements while maintaining exceptional taste.
What Maine venues do you work with?
We operate at The Landing at Pine Point, Pineland Farms, Camp Hammond, Founders Hall, and client-selected locations throughout Maine's coastal and inland regions.
How does your catering pricing work?
Pricing varies by menu complexity, guest count, and service requirements. We offer package options while maintaining flexibility for custom-designed events tailored to specific budgets.
Do you handle event logistics beyond food?
Yes, our planners manage venue selection, decor design, vendor coordination, floor planning, licensing requirements, and day-of logistics for comprehensive event management.
What makes your catering unique?
Combination of 35+ years' experience, commitment to local ingredients, creative presentation, and personalized service that adapts to each client's specific vision and needs.
