About Us
Creative Concepts NYC is a boutique custom catering and event company. Our fare is handmade, fresh, and approachable. Since its founding in 2009, our unique team has designed and hosted everything from galas, weddings, and corporate events, to even simple rooftop hors d'oeuvres for six. We know that events can be stressful, and we're here to make them easy, beautiful, and delicious.
THE TEAM
Using a unique team outlook, our company aims to pinpoint clients’ exact tastes and needs offering logistical ease and attention to detail—with the utmost discretion and style.
Miguel Urrego Executive Chef
Julie Sommers Director of Catering
Miguel Urrego
Miguel founded Creative Concepts NYC which has thrived since 2009. After running a New York catering company for many years, he realized that with his combined passion for food and relationships gained, he could offer an exceptional product that represented his vision and appetite for collaboration.
Miguel’s true passion for creating dishes developed from cooking with his mother at a young age, attending the New York City College of Technology- Hospitality Management, and working at several prestigious New York restaurants. He prides himself in being a hands-on chef that is driven by the complexity and challenges that are presented in the catering world, all the while using the best available ingredients and supporting regional farms by using fresh local products.
Julie Sommers
A native of New Jersey, Julie has extensive event industry experience within the New York City and DC areas. She holds a BA in Hotel Restaurant Management from the University of Delaware and has won a strong following by having the simple and keen ability to listen and execute the client’s needs.
A true foodie, Sommers finds endless inspirations for her menus from New York City and her travels abroad. Her diverse background and passion for food provides the Creative Concept NYC’s team logistical ease and exceptional leadership.
Menu Samples
Steamed Sweet Potato Dumplings
In Miso Broth
Pacific White Tuna Tartar
White Soy, Capers, Scallion, Hot Sesame Oil
Dungeness Crab Deviled Eggs
Smoked Duck Breast with fig jam and focaccia toast
Sweet Corn Cake with Pulled Pork and Aji verde
Coconut Crusted Shrimp with Thai style aioli
Rosemary Focaccia Bites
Baked Cherry Tomatoes, Chevre, + White Truffle Oil
Ancho Chile-Pineapple Glazed Meatballs
BBQ Duck Crepes
Pear and Camembert Crostini
Walnut Bread Toast
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Miniature Churros
Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Assorted French Macaroons
Dulce de Leche Bread Pudding Bites
Almonds, Raisins
LIttle Gem Salad with Pecorino, Heirloom Tomatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette
Baked Faroe Island Herb Salmon, Braised Fennel, Roasted Baby Carrots, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, White Wine Beurre Blanc
Apricot Cheesecake with butter crumb, fruit compote
Frisee aux Lardon Salad, Smoked Bacon, Shaved Manchego, Focaccia Croutons,
Lemon Vinaigrette
Roasted Frenched Chicken Breast, Lemon Yellow Baby Potatoes, Herb Butter Baby Carrots, Brown Butter Jus
Dulce de Leche Tart with Valrhona chocolate sauce
Baby Kale Caesar with Golden Raisins, Walnuts and Pecorino, Creamy Anchovy Dressing
Braised Beef Short Ribs in Red Wine Sauce Over Creamy Polenta and Mushroom Fricassee (GF)
Pear Tart with Almond Cream and Puff Pastry with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
-Skillet Paella-
Chicken & Chorizo Paella
Marinated Latin Spiced Chicken, Vegetables + Saffron
Paella alla Valenciana
Cockles, Calamari, Mussels, Prawns, Peppers, Peas + Saffron
Vegetarian Paella
Garden Vegetables, Roasted Tomato, Saffron
-Down-Home BBQ-
Texas-Style Smoked Beef Brisket
Hickory Smoked BBQ Baby Back Ribs
Sweet and Smoky Great Northern Beans
Garlicky Braised Collard Greens
Jicama Green Apple Slaw
-Asian-
Assorted Sushi and Maki Rolls
Soy Sauce, Wasabi, Pickled Ginger
Peking Duck Rolled Tableside
Julienne of Scallions, Cucumbers, Hoisin Sauce
Assorted Chinatown Dim Sum
Lemongrass Chicken, Shrimp & Pea, Pork
Soba Noodles
Asian Vegetables, Sesame Oil, Ginger + Lime
Services
DECOR, VENUE + PRODUCTION
Decor, venue, and production are the layers that bring your event to the next level. Our team is happy to custom design and execute decor concepts, scout venues, and even arrange entertainment. The result is a cohesive event that speaks to you or your company's tastes with visual grandeur.
RENTALS + STAFFING
Rentals and staffing are often essential for a successful and seamless event. We will carefully guide you through selecting the products and support staff that are just right. We have strong working relationships with New York’s finest rental vendors, and our handpicked and trained staff offer our clients peace of mind and impeccable service.
CONSULTING
Projects often occur that require the expertise and logistical knowledge of an off-premise caterer, such as Creative Concepts NYC. Some of our consulting projects in the past have included branded pop-up cafes, juice bars, concessions, menu planning, television segments, and management of the front + back of the house. We are happy to explore options with you for your next venture.
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Clients
TESTIMONIALS
“We were so totally blown away by your food, style, help, service, presentation and just your manner of creating a wonderful ‘food experience’ for our guests....”
-Lynn L.
"We have been SINGING Creative Concepts NYC praises all weekend long. They delivered an amazing event... from the food to the entertainment and everything in between.”
-David J.
“I want to thank your team very much for an AMAZING reception. It was beautiful, elegant, and sophisticated! It was so much more than what we expected. You took our vision and created a PLATINUM wedding! We love you guys!”
-Leo & Leny
“Your staff was attentive, professional, understanding, and just downright awesome! Amazing!”
-Stephanie S.
