Bartleby & Sage

My husband, Christopher, and I got married at The Wainwright House on June 14, 2025, and had such a beautiful and truly unforgettable experience. The venue is absolutely stunning, and Leslie and her team at Bartleby & Sage were a pleasure to work with. Even more than six months after our wedding, our guests are still remarking on how incredible the food and cake were, and how much they enjoyed both the celebration and the venue. We’re so thankful we chose The Wainwright House and the Bartleby & Sage team - they helped make our day everything we hoped for and more.

Leslie and her crew made our wedding dreams a reality. The space looked beautiful, with so much attention to detail. The food was 5 star- delicious... so many of our guests are still talking about it. Everything felt effortless and well thought out, which allowed us to fully enjoy the day. We are so grateful for the care and pride they put into making our wedding so special. I will never stop thanking them for making our wedding perfect. If you are considering their services, please don't hesitate. They are #1! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to Leslie and her team. We love you!

We worked with Bartleby & Sage for the first time this year as the caterer for our arts conference in Brooklyn, and it was a significant shift from the large-scale caterer we had used in previous years. It turned out to be one of the best decisions we made.<br><br>From the very beginning, their team was exceptional—thoughtful, organized, and a true pleasure to work with during the planning process. They were on top of every detail and offered smart, experience-driven suggestions that genuinely helped optimize the event.<br><br>The menu was outstanding. Our attendees loved the food, and we received numerous comments that it was the best food we’ve ever had at this event. Bartleby & Sage were also incredibly attentive to dietary needs, ensuring there were delicious and inclusive options for everyone.<br><br>On site, their staff was professional, responsive, and clearly cared about both the attendees and the execution of the event. As with any live event, a few minor issues arose (traffic flow, etc.), but they were handled quickly, smoothly, and without any drama. That’s all you can ask for in a partner—someone who knows how to make things better, fast.<br><br>We are deeply grateful for Bartleby & Sage’s support of our conference and fully plan to work with them again in the future. Highly, highly recommend.

Youth Communication worked with Bartleby & Sage for our spring benefit in May 2025. They are an amazing team. Excellent to work with, very professional, and accommodating. And the food was fantastic! We look forward to working with them for future events.

Bartleby & Sage catered our wedding at the Wainwright House on 5/25/25 and it truly exceeded every expectation. Our guests haven’t stopped raving about how outstanding the food and drinks were.<br><br>Working with Leslie and her team was an absolute pleasure. From tailoring the perfect menu to navigating the logistics of the venue, they made every step effortless. On the big day, the food was as delicious as it was during our tasting—if anything, even better.<br><br>We had multiple guests with allergies, and Bartleby & Sage’s team handled accommodations on both a large and personal scale, ensuring everyone felt completely taken care of.<br><br>Food was one of our top priorities for the day—and Bartleby & Sage delivered in spades. Their creativity, attention to detail, and seamless service made our wedding something truly special

I absolutely love working with Bartleby & Sage! Leslie & team are so easy to work with from start to finish- responsive, accommodating, and truly professional. As an event vendor it’s such a relief to work with a team who not only delivers exceptional quality but also makes the process seamless.<br><br>Not to mention the food is incredible! Beautifully presented, flavorful, and thoughtfully curated.<br><br>Highly recommend!

I got married 5/31/2025 at the Wainwright House and Bartleby and Sage did an amazing job with our food! Our guests raved about our Tuscan table, and kebab station (that we added on) for cocktail hour, our blackberry mule and mango margarita specialty cocktails, our plated dinner and array of desserts on top of the gorgeous wedding cake that they made for us. Leslie, the catering manager, was so knowledgeable and amazing to work with throughout this process. The honey glazed salmon entree was absolutely delicious and the grilled skirt steak was tender and juicy. They also had a lot of great vegan and vegetarian ideas to add to the menu as an option. Everything was plated beautifully and felt far from mass produced. The guests also raved about the bar and array of beer and wine options that came with the highest drink package. We had the best day!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Bartleby and Sage! My husband, Matthew, and I recently had our wedding last week, and working with Leslie and her team was an absolute dream. From start to finish, Leslie was incredibly accommodating, professional, and attentive to every detail. She made the entire process seamless and stress-free, which is no small feat when planning such an important event.<br><br>The food was absolutely incredible! Every single guest raved about how delicious everything was, and trust us, we had a diverse group of tastes to please. From appetizers to entrees, everything was prepared and presented to perfection. Even our vegan guests were blown away by the dishes—several of them said it was the best vegan cake they’d ever had, and we couldn’t agree more. The care and creativity that went into crafting a menu that worked for everyone was evident in every bite.<br><br>Leslie’s staff and team were equally amazing—efficient, professional, and attentive. They made sure every guest was taken care of, and their service was impeccable. It truly felt like every detail was planned with care and executed flawlessly.<br><br>We are so grateful to Bartleby and Sage for making our wedding not only beautiful but also unforgettable. We cannot recommend Leslie and her team enough. If you’re looking for a caterer who will go above and beyond to deliver perfection, look no further. Thank you, Bartleby and Sage, for making our special day even more incredible!

My Husband and I got married in September 2024 and partnered with Bartleby & Sage for catering and planning. At every single turn, our expectations were far exceeded. The attention to detail that Leslie and her team have is incredible. Leslie and her team have a unique ability to understand exactly what your vision is and bring it to life even better than you could have ever imagined. Leslie was incredibly responsive and assured me that no question or idea was to big or small.<br><br>Over a month later, all of our guests are still raving about the food at our wedding. The passed h'orderves were so delicious and beautiful. We were able to completely customize the menu to match out taste without quality be compromised at all. Your guest will be saying this is the BEST food they have ever had at a wedding.<br><br>Bartleby & Sage was a guiding light throughout our special day and we are forever grateful to have decided to work with Leslie and her team.

Bartleby & Sage catered our wedding and they did a fantastic job! The menu was so unique to us and everything was delicious. Guests raved that it was the best wedding food they had ever had, and were amazed with how many options there were to accommodate their dietary preferences. Rachael Livingston-Meko from Bartleby & Sage also was our Day of Coordinator and kept everything running smoothly and on-time. We don't know what we would have done without Rachael and her team. Please start selling the Ube Babka (or share the recipe), us and our guests will make sure you sell out.

I'm a Director of Development for a nonprofit, and I hired Bartleby and Sage for a 225+ person gala in an historic theater, with different meals on each floor. Every step of the process of working with them was fantastic. Rachael was our point of contact, and she was fabulous in every way. Everything I threw at her, every change, request, was met with a calm "yes." The event was complicated in that the timings of service had to be just so, and her staff the day-of executed at the highest level, the food was delicious. Could not recommend working with them more.

Bartleby & Sage is an amazing company led by Leslie Nilsson, who was a joy to work with. The team is way more than just a catering operation as they were immensely helpful to us throughout the entire process. We got married at the Wainwright House in Rye, New York on June 10th, 2023. We highly recommend the venue as well, it’s a beautiful place.<br><br>Let’s start with the food. The food was SO delicious, and there was so much on hand with nice portion sizes. We had many friends and family telling us it was the best food they have ever had at a Wedding. We also had a few special food requests given the Bride is from Brazil and the Groom is Vegan, but they were easily incorporated into the menu. B&S made a special Risotto as one of our three main meals which had vegan cheese, and in addition to the standard baguettes for the table they made a popular bread from Brazil called Pao de Queijo (essentially cheesy bread). They also made a tasty Brazilian dessert called a Brigadeiro – the Brazilians said this one of the best they’ve ever had.<br><br>Now, onto the team. The staff’s performance was flawless, and they brought great energy throughout the entire Wedding. Leslie even brought more Brazilian staff for our big day, which was extra nice. Also worth noting that Leslie and her group serve as the day-of-planner, so they coordinated everything including our early morning prep, the Ceremony, and managed all of our vendors throughout the event. It was truly executed to perfection.<br><br>Pre-Wedding help was extraordinary. From day 1, Leslie basically served as a quasi-Wedding planner. She provided us with her top vendor recommendations (all groups they work with on a regular basis), which were also exceptional. She was extremely responsive by email and always willing to chat and make occasional trips to the venue with us. We actually didn’t hire a Wedding planner and did everything ourselves, but the process was made easier and more efficient with Leslie and her team.<br><br>Our Wedding was a magical day, and we are so grateful to Bartleby & Sage for being a huge part of it. Thank you to everyone who made our big day so perfect!!

Bartleby & Sage was the caterer on our wedding last August 5th at the Wainwright house. They provided the best hors d’oeuvres, dinner and desserts! I could not thank them enough for their great service from food planning, food tasting, cocktail hour, and reception. Leslie, the owner was very helpful in every way, she accommodated every little thing we asked. The servers and bartenders were very professional and made great drinks for our cocktail hour. Our first course was the burrata salad, everyone loved it! The main courses was amazing as well! Our wedding cake, it was made by Chef Hans, was the star of night! They were really kind to make us a very one-of-a-kind cake, which is called Sansrival cake, tasted great and so happy that we were able to incorporate my country’s delicacy to our wedding day. I couldn’t thank them enough for this very kind gesture. We also had brunch the next day with omelet station and mimosas and the chefs and bartenders made our brunch experience top notch. The food was amazing! From pastries to omelets to bloody marys. Me, my family and guests have zero complaints about this company. They provided us amazing food and great service! Thank you Bartleby and Sage for the nice wedding experience!

Bartleby & Sage-Wow, what a caterer! I cannot sing their praises enough for the incredible job they did at my daughter's wedding last month. And the fact that they were a late addition to the event, after our original caterer backed out, makes their performance even more impressive.<br>Starting with the appetizers. The smoked salmon on potato pancake with dill crème fraiche, oh my goodness, it was divine! The salmon was fresh & the pancake added just the right amount of texture and flavor! The ahi tuna tartare with avocado served in a savory cone was spot on. The grilled baby lamb chops with mint pesto were also outstanding. A few of the guests were seen following the servers holding the tray like they were the Pied Piper.<br>But the real surprise was the five-cheese mac & cheese served in an edible spoon. It was absolutely delicious - the mac & cheese was creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of cheesiness. And the edible spoon added a fun and unique twist to the dish. It was a hit with everyone at the wedding.<br>Overall, the wedding appetizers were a true highlight of the evening. They were beautifully presented, bursting with flavor, and left us all wanting more.<br>The main courses were equally outstanding. We asked for a scallop dish. They suggested pan-seared scallops with wild mushroom sauce and mushroom-spinach spaetzle. The scallops were cooked to perfection, with a beautiful sear on the outside and a tender, juicy center. The wild mushroom sauce was rich and savory, and the spaetzle added a wonderful, hearty texture to the dish. It was a crowd favorite at my table. There was the classic braised beef short rib with creamy polenta. Tender meat served over polenta with a side of blackened asparagus. Many guests told me they loved this dish. They also offered a vegetarian option that I heard was well received by those who went that route.<br>The desserts? The desserts were out of this world. The mini red velvet cookie sandwiches were simple yet delicious, the mouthwatering mango coconut tapioca pudding cups were a nod to my daughter & her mom’s love of tropical fruits and the cherry pie bites with their flakey crust & rich cherry, made for a might tasty pie.<br>Let’s not forget about the amazing service provided by the professional staff. They were so attentive and accommodating, making sure that the guests were well taken care of.<br>A special shoutout to Rachael (the way more than) day-of coordinator was an absolute superstar. She answered all questions promptly and was able to work within our budget to create the perfect menu for the event. Her professionalism and expertise were invaluable. She made great suggestions, as in having coffee set up & available all throughout the event. This was a nice choice that a few caffeine addicted guests made use of. Rachael was the main reason the wedding day ran smoothly. You would be wise to hire her services.<br>In conclusion, I cannot recommend Bartleby & Sage highly enough. They exceeded all expectations and delivered a truly unforgettable experience. If you are looking for a caterer for your next event, look no further - this is the one you want!

We worked with Leslie and Katherine for our 170 person wedding at Sound River Studios. High up on the list of things we cared about getting right for our wedding was the food so we reached out to many caterers in the wedding planning process. In the end, though a few caterers including B&S were well-rated and flexible with pricing, we settled on B&S for three reasons we felt were invaluable - we'd heard rave reviews about the food from friends who had been to B&S-catered weddings, B&S cares about food presentation, and Leslie had experience working at our venue.<br><br>Some other things we enjoyed leading up to the wedding: The complimentary tasting was a wonderful experience and gave us all the more confidence in Leslie and her team. We could provide our own liquor and dessert for the wedding. Though we were having a buffet, they offered an option to have a plated salad course so that our guests would have something to do while waiting for their turn in line. B&S kills it from a flexibility perspective; I think you'd be hard pressed to find a lot of other caterers who would offer these things without being asked.<br><br>As the wedding date neared, Leslie became more and more communicative with us, and so much so that we felt like we had someone on our team fighting to make the day we wanted happen. As an example, the week of our wedding, I decided I wanted ice cream but when I found out our venue's kitchen did not have a freezer I almost nixed the idea. Leslie wrote me several times to reassure me that she could provide dry ice and it would be fine. Our day went off without a hitch and was everything we wanted, and I believe it's in large part due to Leslie's staff staying so professional. They took care of us during the cocktail hour and reception, and I was asked several times throughout the night if I needed a drink refill. I can only imagine how well B&S took care of our guests.<br><br>Lastly, the food. We heard from so many of our guests that the food was wonderful. A chef friend of ours helped us choose our menu and when he saw the options, he was impressed. Particularly impressive was the burrata option for the salad course, and the duck breast and sea bass for the main course.<br><br>We are so happy we found B&S. Thank you Leslie and Katherine!