at Blackstrap BBQ
Tastyplates Catering & Event Planning
Full-Service Wedding & Event Catering in Boston &
Greater Boston
From seasonal menus
to seamless event execution,
every detail is tailored to create an experience that feels personal, thoughtful, and well cared for.
Our Story & Approach
Chris approaches each menu with a balance of creativity and respect for tradition, often drawing inspiration from clients’ family recipes or personal stories.
Andrea is committed to making the planning process feel clear and manageable. Her depth of knowledge helps clients feel supported and confident, and she truly listens — making sure each event reflects what matters most to each client.
Our chef, Chris Thompson, and event coordinator, Andrea DiBattista, have been working side by side for over 2 decades — executing events with a level of experience and attention that clients feel right away.
Long before Blackstrap BBQ, the two met while running events at the legendary East Coast Grill in Cambridge, MA, and over time built a partnership that feels more like family.
More than 20 years later, Chris and Andrea still have a deep passion for catering — it’s what they love, and it’s reflected in the care they bring to every event.
Many of our team members — from cooks to servers — have been with us for years, and that experience shows in the way we work: with a level of familiarity and genuine hospitality that allows our clients to relax and truly enjoy their event.
Let’s start planning your wedding or event!
What to expect
Phone consultation with Andrea
Custom proposal tailored to your event
Seasonal, thoughtfully designed menus
Menu tasting with Chef Chris
Venue walkthrough
Day-of coordination
On-site beverage management
"Andrea and the servers made the event flow effortlessly and anticipated everyone’s needs. Highly recommend."
Amanda
Timberly Williams