Events by Peter Ambrose

Events by Peter Ambrose is a Hamptons catering company run by chef Peter Ambrose, who was born and raised in Sag Harbor (Dan’s Papers). He started in the mid 1980s running weekend clambakes with his father at the Seafood Shop in Wainscott, and has catered in the Hamptons under his own name since 1993.

How they work

Menus are built with each couple. The site talks about dishes drawn from family heritage, a meaningful first meal or favorite foods. Published menus cover passed hors d’oeuvres, buffet, stations, plated first courses and entrees, mini meals and desserts, and the stated approach is simple, elegant food with local ingredients. Beach events are a specialty, from casual nights with blankets and s’mores to tented beach weddings with bistro lights and live music. The team can also arrange specialty bars and refer you to entertainment.

Who it suits

Couples planning a beach wedding, a rehearsal clambake or a backyard reception who want a chef with long local roots. Listed venues include the Parrish Art Museum, LongHouse Reserve, The Roundtree in Amagansett, The Boathouse on Shelter Island and Breakwater Yacht Club. It is less suited to couples who want fixed package prices up front, since none are published.

Good to know

• No prices are published. The contact form asks for event type, date and approximate guest count.
• The company also caters fundraisers and galas, including work with Southampton Hospital and St. Jude’s.
• The Boathouse on Shelter Island is listed for up to 200 guests, and LongHouse Reserve for 400 or more.