Business Details
We are Saffron 59, New York Citys premier Southeast Asian catering and event planning provider with over 11 years of operational experience in the industry. Our team is led by executive director Irene Khin Wong, who brings extensive multi-cultural culinary expertise to every event we orchestrate. We specialize in crafting custom menus that span the full breadth of Asian cuisines, from Mindanao, Philippines specialties to Seoul, Korean dishes and Tokyo-inspired signature desserts. Our in-house mixology artisans create globally themed cocktails, including our signature Lemongrass Cosmopolitan and Kalamansi Mojito, to complement our culinary offerings. We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards, ensuring every detail of your event is executed with precision and care. Our internationally acclaimed chefs are dedicated to delivering exceptional, flavorful dishes that exceed client expectations.
We have a proven track record of orchestrating memorable weddings, private celebrations, corporate events, and holiday parties for clients across New York City. We prioritize full transparency in our menu development and pricing processes to build trust with every client we serve. Our team is committed to problem-solving throughout the entire event planning process, addressing unique client needs and last-minute adjustments seamlessly. We focus on creating unforgettable, personalized experiences that reflect each clients vision and cultural preferences. We are devoted to ensuring complete client satisfaction from the initial consultation through post-event follow-up.
We have a proven track record of orchestrating memorable weddings, private celebrations, corporate events, and holiday parties for clients across New York City. We prioritize full transparency in our menu development and pricing processes to build trust with every client we serve. Our team is committed to problem-solving throughout the entire event planning process, addressing unique client needs and last-minute adjustments seamlessly. We focus on creating unforgettable, personalized experiences that reflect each clients vision and cultural preferences. We are devoted to ensuring complete client satisfaction from the initial consultation through post-event follow-up.
Highlights and features
- We bring over 11 years of Southeast Asian catering expertise.
- Our team features internationally acclaimed chefs and mixology artisans.
- We create custom pan-Asian menus spanning multiple regional cuisines.
- We craft signature global-themed cocktails for every event.
- We prioritize meticulous attention to every event detail.
Services
Weddings
We provide full-service wedding catering tailored to each couples unique cultural and culinary preferences. Our target audience includes New York City couples seeking memorable, culturally rich wedding dining experiences. Clients benefit from custom Southeast Asian and pan-Asian menus, signature cocktails, and meticulous event coordination that ensures their special day is flawless.
Private Events
We offer customized catering and event planning services for all types of private celebrations, from intimate dinner parties to large-scale holiday gatherings. Our target audience includes New York City residents and groups seeking unique, flavorful dining experiences for personal milestones and special occasions. Clients benefit from our teams expertise in crafting diverse menus and seamless event execution for unforgettable celebrations.
Corporate Catering
We provide tailored corporate catering solutions for businesses of all sizes, from small team lunches to large company-wide events and holiday parties. Our target audience includes New York City companies seeking high-quality, culturally diverse dining options for employee events and client functions. Clients benefit from our reliable service, custom menus, and professional execution that aligns with corporate event goals.
Asian Tapas Menu
We offer a curated Asian tapas menu featuring small, shareable plates that showcase the diverse flavors of pan-Asian cuisine. Our target audience includes event hosts seeking versatile, crowd-pleasing appetizer and small plate options for weddings, private events, and corporate gatherings. Clients benefit from the menus flexibility, authentic flavor profiles, and ability to accommodate various dietary preferences and cultural tastes.
Reviews (7)
Mileen Z.
Apr 25, 2022
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Worked with Irene & her team on a recent special event and the food and service was fantastic! You can taste the quality in each bite and her team was lovely to work with!
Andrew Dickinson
Jan 30, 2020
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One of the best caterers in the city. I recently went to a Chinese New Year's celebration at MoCA which Saffron catered. I loved everything from the appetizers to the wonderful red snapper that was served as the main course. I also appreciated how much Saffron is able to accommodate dietary restrictions of various guests.
Joyce Y.
Jun 29, 2018
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Saffron 59 was a joy to work with in planning my daughter's graduation open house party. With 7-8 appetizers served by lovely friendly staff. Like a family. My Asian American guest list to feed and resulting in rave reviews! With ample amounts, too. Irene bought a centerpiece of floating flowers in a giant golden lacquer bowl complementing our Asian decor. An occasion to remember!
Urvi D.
Nov 05, 2017
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Irene, Leili and her entire staff make planning a successful party so simple. The food is always so perfectly plated but beyond delicious. I ALWAYS get at least one or two dumplings orders. Irene always help me decide how to organize a perfectly balanced menu, while taking our dietary restrictions and preferences into consideration. They make many options that are gluten free and on the lighter, healthier side.
They make everything simple by having a unique visual presentation everything ready for the first guest to arrive. Also, after an initial phone call, I can organize a highly successful party all via emails. Even better is after, the kitchen is spotless and there are some yummy leftovers hiding in the fridge. The staff who arrive are fun, professional, and attentive: important when you have strangers in your home. We can't recommend Saffron59 enough. We have used them for over 14 years, for parties large and small.
They make everything simple by having a unique visual presentation everything ready for the first guest to arrive. Also, after an initial phone call, I can organize a highly successful party all via emails. Even better is after, the kitchen is spotless and there are some yummy leftovers hiding in the fridge. The staff who arrive are fun, professional, and attentive: important when you have strangers in your home. We can't recommend Saffron59 enough. We have used them for over 14 years, for parties large and small.
Alexander T.
Aug 01, 2017
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We can't recommend Saffron 59 highly enough. My husband and I were planning a gathering of about 120 people for our wedding party and were thrilled when we found a caterer who specializes in southeast Asian cooking. Irene, Kay, Leili, and the rest of the staff were incredibly attentive to our needs. My family is Indonesian, so we really wanted food that felt like home to my family and something our friends would also enjoy.
Our budget was on the small side, but rather than attempt to guilt us into spending more than we could afford, they listened and worked with us to find a way to have amazing food for our wedding party without going bankrupt. We also had a space with very limited facilities, so they orchestrated bringing their own equipment in addition to very beatiful serving plates and wares. It's their deftness in ancillary matters that make Saffron 59 feel more a collaborator than someone who just shows up with food. And the food was incredible! Even the vegans, vegetarians, and picky eaters found several dishes they'd chase down again and again. We're happy to recommend this business!
Our budget was on the small side, but rather than attempt to guilt us into spending more than we could afford, they listened and worked with us to find a way to have amazing food for our wedding party without going bankrupt. We also had a space with very limited facilities, so they orchestrated bringing their own equipment in addition to very beatiful serving plates and wares. It's their deftness in ancillary matters that make Saffron 59 feel more a collaborator than someone who just shows up with food. And the food was incredible! Even the vegans, vegetarians, and picky eaters found several dishes they'd chase down again and again. We're happy to recommend this business!
Amy W.
Jun 01, 2017
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Saffron59 catered my husband's 50th birthday party and did an amazing job feeding 40 people. The food was delicious, inventive, and very popular with the guests; the staff very professional; and Irene, Leili and everyone else very easy to communicate with during the planning stage. By coincidence Irene had catered the weddings of not one but two different guests at our party, which only amplifies our recommendation. We want to have another party just so we can use Saffron59 again!
Ann K.
Jan 16, 2017
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Everything was wonderful. The food was great and everyone commented on how delicious all the dishes were. The staff was very professional and setup and delivered quite a spread in the middle of a snow storm like pros. I highly recommended especially if you want some fun and different cuisine for a party to use Saffron 59. Who doesn't like Dim Sum? From the first conversation to contracting and the execution of the event they were on top of every detail. Well done!
