Andy Bott
Merri Makers Catering Services, Making Memories Since 1978
P.O. Box 339
Holmdel, New Jersey 07733
Phone: 732-264-3355
Website: http://www.merrimakers.com
Email: andyb@merrimakers.com
Member Category: Full service caterer
Years in Business: 33
Number of Employees: 50
Best way to contact: Phone, Email
Services Offered:
Full service caterer 2 on-premise locations the Reception Center @PNC Arts Center, Holmdel NJ and Merri-Makers @ the Waters Edge , Sea Bright NJ. Also, available for off-site catering at a home or corporate office.
About Andy:
Graduate of Lehigh University in 1978 with a finance degree. Married (Mary) 3 teenage daughters. Started the business in 1978 with my brother who is a chef. I love the business because I solve peoples problems and make dreams come true.
Customer Feedback:
I got married at Merri Makers Water's Edge last month and the day was as perfect as you could have asked for.
My contact at the venue, Sally, and the DOC, Jason, really took care of everything. We also had a wonderful young lady who would offer me and my bridesmaids food and drinks in the suite (they have a huge bridal suite) and a great waiter who was always asking if we needed anything during the reception. We were well taken care of!??
They had to move my wedding down the beach a few weeks before the ceremony because they are experiencing beach erosion, so like any bride, I worried a little bit, but nothing could be done, and in the end it was perfect. If anything, it was better because it was completely private! There was nobody else on that area of the beach! They had large golf carts to transport my guests who would have trouble walking so there was no problem. They provide white chairs and a boardwalk so the guests are comfortable. There is also a power outlet down at the beach so my keyboard player could plug in and my officiant used her microphone. ?
The cocktail hour was great, the food was magnificent- make sure you get the mushroom soup, the french toast, and the little phyllo cups with goat cheese! MMMmmm! My keyboard player from the ceremony played the piano that they have in the cocktail room.
Our reception went perfectly. They provide all the food, alcohol, linens, dishes, etc. They also include a cake (which was delicious- we picked chocolate and yellow cake with raspberry filling.) You can choose from about 25 designs that are included in the wedding price or if you want a fancier cake you can pay to upgrade. You also get to choose from about 50 linen colors. We chose 2 colors and had them alternate on the tables. It looked great. They will set up all your centerpieces and seating cards so you don't have to worry about that stuff. There is also a great patio that my guests enjoyed since it was a beautiful day.
If you are thinking about a beach wedding in NJ, you cannot pass up a tour of this venue. The venue itself, the food, and the service are all excellent!
Who Andy recommends within the A-Team:
Randy Scoras, Holmdel Auto Body
I have used him and his service was great and he was very helpful with the insurance adjuster.
Peter Dant, Peter Dant Photography
I have used him for my business and he is great to work with and the pictures came out great.
Elaine Eadon, Heritage House Sotheby's International Realty
I have known Elain for many years her reputaion is professional and thorough.She is a leader in her field and is very honorable.
