Blackstone Caterers

Blackstone Caterers Blackstone Caterers is New England’s premier, full-service caterer. We’ve been providing an unmatched culinary experience since 1945. Welcome to the party!

From intimate cocktail parties to elegant weddings, we couple our unique menus with a creative personal touch to make your event unforgettable. Combining exquisite food, innovative presentation, and flawless service, Blackstone Caterers has inspired absolute confidence for over 71 years. We are privileged to be the perennial caterer of choice for Newport’s Mansions and Rhode Island’s best parties. Thousands of banquets, balls, galas, meetings, and conferences throughout Southern New England have been handled by our experienced team. Blackstone Caterers is committed to our community and our planet. We aim to make our neighborhoods stronger places to live and work by supporting local farms and businesses. Not only do we rely on the Rhode Island’s natural beauty to bring guests to our business, but we also pride ourselves on the fresh ingredients that local fishermen and farmers are able to procure from the region. It is our mission to prepare with honesty, execute with integrity, and deliver beyond expectations. Whether a ballroom, boardroom, or an intimate garden setting, allow Blackstone Caterers to make you the consummate host of your next event.

Happy anniversary to one of our own 🤍Today we’re celebrating Gina & Louis and their first anniversary! Taking a little l...
09/27/2026

Happy anniversary to one of our own 🤍

Today we’re celebrating Gina & Louis and their first anniversary! Taking a little look back at their beautiful day and all the moments that made it so special.

Happy one year, Gina & Louis! 🥂 Here’s to many more!
















Team Tuesday 🤍Today we’re highlighting Christian Pidru, who has been part of the Blackstone team for five years! Christi...
09/22/2026

Team Tuesday 🤍

Today we’re highlighting Christian Pidru, who has been part of the Blackstone team for five years! Christian started with us as a cook and now serves as one of our lead stewards.

Originally from Ecuador, Christian grew up in Newport, where he now lives with his wife, son, and stepdaughter. He was introduced to the culinary world in high school and got his start at Bouchard’s, before landing his first job at The Landing in Newport.

Outside of work, Christian loves spending time with his two-year-old son, Ezra. One of their favorite things to do is walk around the bird sanctuary together. Fun fact about Christian? He also played the viola growing up!

One of Christian’s favorite things about Blackstone is the people. He considers our team his “seasonal family” and loves getting to work alongside everyone. Christian brings that same welcoming energy to every shift—he’s always checking in, asking how you’re doing, and making sure everyone feels welcome. He’s truly one of those friendly faces you can always count on!

Christian’s favorite venues to work at are private homes because every event is different, and his favorite menu item is the duck wonton.

We love having you, Christian!😊

Feeling pretty lucky to have been part of so many celebrations this season, and still more to come!Here’s a little look ...
09/20/2026

Feeling pretty lucky to have been part of so many celebrations this season, and still more to come!

Here’s a little look at some of the places we’ve been this season😌

Team Tuesday 🤍Today we’re highlighting Marc LaLancette, who has been part of the Blackstone team for 10 years as one of ...
09/15/2026

Team Tuesday 🤍

Today we’re highlighting Marc LaLancette, who has been part of the Blackstone team for 10 years as one of our chefs!

Marc lives on Aquidneck Island and is married to one of our lovely bartenders.❤️ He has two sons and two black labs. Outside of work, Marc enjoys spending time at his home in the mountains of Maine and is also a chainsaw sculptor (swipe to see some of his crazy work! 🪵)

One of Marc’s favorite parts of Blackstone is getting to watch the younger members of our team grow. One of his favorite memories is training a staff member who started as a dishwasher and eventually became a chef, a true full-circle moment!

Marc is incredibly experienced, friendly, and down-to-earth. He’s always happy to get to know the members of the team, hear about what’s going on in their lives, and share what he’s learned along the way. He’s truly a pleasure to work with and someone we’re lucky to have on the team.

You can typically find Marc at Blithewold, where he specializes in setting up and working our raw bars during cocktail hour. His favorite venue is Blithewold, and his favorite menu item is, of course, the raw bar!

Thanks for all you do, Marc!

09/13/2026

We love watching cocktail hour come to life Shepherd's Run
Kelsey Bousquet Lozeau truly had the most beautiful vision for the space & the vendors did not disappoint💛

Exquisite Events Light & Decor
Wedding & Event Florist / Wedding Florist Coach
Julia Wake Photography | New England Photographer
Merriment Films | New England Wedding Videographer
Unique Sounds Entertainment & Event Professionals | MA + RI DJ
Gingersnaps Bakery
Bright Set Entertainment

Team Tuesday 🤍Today we’re highlighting Mitchell Blake, who has been part of the Blackstone team for a year as a member o...
09/08/2026

Team Tuesday 🤍

Today we’re highlighting Mitchell Blake, who has been part of the Blackstone team for a year as a member of our waitstaff.

Mitchell is from Tiverton, RI, and recently graduated from Tiverton High School. He’s now studying business at CCRI. Outside of work, he enjoys working on cars and going thrifting. He’s one of four siblings, with two brothers and one sister.

Mitchell’s favorite part of Blackstone is spending time with his coworkers and being part of the team. He’s easygoing, always good for a laugh, and the kind of person who brings a laid-back energy to every shift.

His favorite Blackstone memory is meeting Evan Garcia, his favorite venue to work at is Blithewold, and his favorite menu item is the duck wonton.

We are lucky to have you, Mitchell😊

09/06/2026

Come hungry.
We will handle the rest🍴

09/03/2026

Kristen & Erik did it right. ✨

A welcome party is the perfect way to kick off the wedding weekend. Thanks for letting us be part of your celebration!

Lovely Vendors💛
Leila James Events | Luxury Tented & Private Estate Planner
International Tennis Hall of Fame
greenlion
RYAN DESIGNS | Event Design, Decor & Lighting
Pat Cottrell

Team Tuesday 🤍Today we’re highlighting Angela Vars. Angela started with us as a server and is now one of our event manag...
09/01/2026

Team Tuesday 🤍

Today we’re highlighting Angela Vars. Angela started with us as a server and is now one of our event managers. As part of the Blackstone family, she’s been a familiar face on the team for over 15 years!

Outside of Blackstone, Angela has two kids, Reilly and Katelyn, and two dogs, Horton and Cooper. She’s also the Director of the Early Intervention Program at Meeting Street and she has been with them for the past 11 years. When she’s not working, you’ll find her at the beach, snowboarding, reading, or at a concert.

One of Angela’s favorite things about Blackstone is that no two events are ever the same. One of her favorite memories is performing a flash mob at a team member’s wedding back when she was a server!

Angela loves all of our venues but typically works our smaller private events, and her favorite menu item is the Newport cheese puff. Her laid-back personality and easygoing energy make her someone you can always count on for a great shift and a good conversation. ❤️

08/31/2026

Summer nights at Blithewood Mansion 🌳

Celebrating the Armstrongs and a night that couldn’t have been more beautiful. Congratulations to the newlyweds!

Ry 🤍
Blithewold Manor • Gardens • Arboretum
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐭
Corey Young
Move Mountains Co. | Weddings & Films
Antonio’s Bakery & Charlie's Deli
Florist: Hillies Flower Farm

Address

224 John Clarke Road
Middletown, RI
02842

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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