Full-Service Catering for NY, NJ & CT | Professional Servers & Bartenders
Our Story
Bites by Braxtons was built on a simple idea...Great events start with great food—and a great team
Founded in the Tri-State area, we’ve grown from a catering company into a full-service partner for clients who want both bold flavor and flawless execution. Whether you’re planning a backyard celebration or a black-tie event, we bring the food, the structure, and the team to help you pull it all together.
We serve New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut with custom menus, experienced planning, and trusted vendor support—all designed to make your event smooth, memorable, and completely tailored to you.
WHO WE SERVE
- Weddings
- Corporate Events
- Milestone Celebrations
- Social Gatherings
- Dinners & Luxury Picnics
From plated dinners to casual BBQs, we adapt our approach to fit your event—not the other way around.
why bites by Braxtons
- Full-service support from planning to execution
- Custom menus built for your event style
- A professional team with proven experience
- Vendor relationships that simplify your process
- Tri-State service with consistency you can count on
Meet the Team
Nate Smith
Whitney Kemp
Lillie Ennis
EXECUTIVE CHEF
With 15+ years in the hospitality industry, Nate leads the kitchen with precision, creativity, and professionalism.
As a trained chef and entrepreneur, his specialty is fusion cuisine—blending Caribbean, Southern, BBQ, Italian, and American flavors into menus that leave a lasting impression. Nate’s role isn’t just to cook—it’s to make sure the food reflects the occasion.
Lillie Ennis
Whitney Kemp
Lillie Ennis
DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING
Lead Event Planner
Lillie brings over two decades of experience in sales and client relations.
She’s the connector between your vision and the execution behind it. Her strength lies in clarity, communication, and her ability to keep every client informed, supported, and confident from start to finish.
Whitney Kemp
Whitney Kemp
Whitney Kemp
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Lead Event Planner
With over 7+ years of experience in catering and event production, Whitney brings a calm command to every event she leads, overseeing logistics and day of operations with precision and ease.
She's known for turning complex plans into smooth, seamless experiences.
Whitney is passionate about creating e
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Lead Event Planner
With over 7+ years of experience in catering and event production, Whitney brings a calm command to every event she leads, overseeing logistics and day of operations with precision and ease.
She's known for turning complex plans into smooth, seamless experiences.
Whitney is passionate about creating environments where people feel welcomes, seen and celebrated. Her goal is simple: to make your event not only successful, but unforgettable.