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Catering for Dinner

Catering for dinner, anyone? Are you hosting a get-together with your friends or an event for your co-workers, but find yourself overwhelmed by the thought of preparing foods that everyone will enjoy?  Look no further… Pagano’s is at your rescue.

Pagano’s prepares the most delicious, homemade catered foods in the area, which will surely impress your guests.

The family owned business has been around since 1962, proving that their success is anything but short-lived. Being in the business for 60 years, Pagano’s Market and Bar knows a thing or two about preparing entrees that will ensure that your party is an instant success, leaving your guests wondering when you became such a good chef. Master chef, Paul Pagliaro and owner and executive chef, Matt Pagano, prepare dishes that go above and beyond the average catered entrée. When it comes to catering for dinner, Pagano’s surely knows how to WOW a crowd. This is something that Pagano’s has been no stranger to for the past several decades.

While tradition is one of the basic ingredients in Pagano’s recipes, they still manage to consistently update their menus, keeping things fresh and anything but boring. One of the current menu items is freshly cut Scottish salmon, accompanied with homemade risotto and a side of asparagus. Other menu items include prime rib, jumbo lump crab cakes, hand tossed pizzas, 8 ounce all beef burgers, cheese steaks, Maryland style crab cake sandwiches, along with their award winning pulled pork sandwich.

Do not forget about ordering some of their mouth watering soups, salads, and appetizers as well. Every good party host knows that, right? Enjoy Pagano’s classic French onion soup, turkey chili, the Pagano’s salad, with baby greens, pecans, and crumbled blue cheese, along with their classic Caesar salad. As far as appetizers go, Pagano’s has that covered as well. Allow your guests to take their taste buds on a journey that they will surely never forget. With cheese steak spring rolls, fried fresh mozzarella, Cabot cheddar and Boccacini mozzarella with a delectable pomodoro sauce, crispy calamari, and Pagano’s signature roasted honey barbeque wings, how could you really go wrong?

At Pagano’s, catering for dinner means more than just prepared food dishes. When ordering from Pagano’s you are ensuring in excellent quality and service. As a way to better provide premier service and effective delivery, Pagano’s encourages that their customers call in all catering breakfast, lunch, or dinner orders at least 24 hours in advance. There is also 18 percent gratuity added to all catered orders.

Do not be fooled by other catering services. When it’s good you know that it’s good and with Pagano’s you can bet that it is anything but amazing. Catering for dinner is one of their many specialties. Be sure to stop in and visit Pagano’s at Two Commerce Square, located at 2001Market Street, or call Matt Pagano, at 215-523-6200, to inquire about your next party or event.

5 Things That Make Up a Good Caterer

Whether you’re hosting a dinner with friends, a business meeting, or a social event with co-workers, you may be in need of an event catering service. Don’t know where to start? Look no further with Pagano’s Market and Bar, an event catering business and restaurant that truly stands out among the catering companies in Philadelphia. Localcatering.com, the Directory of Nationwide Catering Companies, provided a list of things that make a good caterer stand out and succeed. Does Pagano’s match up? Let’s see.
1. Cooking
According to Localcatering.com, “catering is all about food”. Pagano’s is no stranger to food, having been in business for over 50 years! Today, Owner Matt Pagano and Executive Chef Paul Pagliaro maintain tradition, yet they also consistently update their menus and keep things fresh.
Pagano’s also makes it easy to place a catering order. Just go to our contact form to submit the information online and we will reach out to you to get the details and make sure we understand your needs.
2. Food safety
Pagano’s Market and Bar comply with the most-up-to-date food safety laws in Pennsylvania, yet also seek to provide the same quality of food that Pagano’s has stood for over the years.
3. Customer Service
Since 1962, Pagano’s has been satisfying customers with their home-style, comfort food. Matt Pagano knows how important it is to value customer service. He and his employees have become a family that strives to please their customers.
4. Flexibility & Creativity
Not only does Pagano’s easily accommodate special requests, but they have always made it a priority to stay ahead of trends. With today’s nutrition-savvy consumer, Pagano’s offers a variety of healthy options, including delicious farrow, quinoa and wheat pasta salads.
5. Motivation
Owner, Matt Pagano, has always been a part of Pagano’s and motivates his staff to be the best they can be. He states,

“My favorite time of the day is always early in the morning. I serve coffee to the city’s decision makers before the rest of Philadelphia wakes up and meet with my chef Paul to discuss the day’s menu. I’ve been a part of this city and this business for my entire life, and there’s no place I’d rather be.”

To see Pagano’s Market and Bar for yourself, stop in at 2 Commerce Square, 2001 Market Street or get in touch here.