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Craft behind Business | “Of curiosity, perfection and elevators”

August 6, 2014
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“The biggest enemy of quality in our business is time”, says Paul Neuman and slowly leans back into his black armchair. He looks like someone who has fought this enemy on the battlefield. “We know every elevator in the buildings of our clients and we know how long it takes in each to go up”,…

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Neuman’s Kitchen Featured in DNAINFONY | How to Throw a New York City 4th of July Party

July 29, 2014
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NEW YORK CITY — Though summer officially kicks off in late June, for many the Fourth of July is the inaugural celebration of the season.   DNAinfo New York found decoration suppliers, drink and food recipes — and no-cook options — for hosting a fabulous Fourth of July party on any budget. We even scouted the best…

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Reasons Why Hiring a Great Caterer Completes Your Function

July 16, 2014
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When planning a corporate function your choice of caterer should guarantee your guest’s enjoyment. Here are some of the most important reasons to carefully consider your choice: 1. Guests Often Remember the Catering as Much as Any Other Aspect of the Event Great food and service make lasting impressions. They enhance your message and help…

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Neuman’s Kitchen Quietly Flourishes on Chrystie Street

July 2, 2014
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 Contributor Jake Safane has been profiling neighborhood restaurants and food shops for The Lo-Down. In the latest edition of his  ongoing series, Jake explores the history of Neuman’s Kitchen, a successful catering business on Chrystie Street. As the fourth generation of his family to run a food business in New York, caterer Paul Neuman grew…

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Lunch with a FEW Friends – Michael Jurick

June 20, 2014
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Had a fabulous lunch today at the home of Harriette Rose Katz for an intimate round-table discussion entitled, “Lunch with a FEW Friends.” Sublime food was served by executive chef Julian Alonzo from Neuman’s Kitchen. The lunch included jumbo lump crab cake with stone ground mustard sauce. lemon roasted chicken roulade with pan juice, matouf…

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Kraft Recalls 1.2 Million Cases of Cottage Cheese

June 13, 2014
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Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling 1.2 million cases of several brands of cottage cheese products because they have been stored improperly and might cause illness. Affected products were made at the firm’s Tulare, Calif., plant and include certain Knudsen Cottage Cheese, Breakstone’s Cottage Cheese, Simply Kraft Cottage Cheese and Daily Chef Cottage Cheese products,…

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Why is there an East Coast oyster shortage?

May 29, 2014
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As an oyster company, it’s sad when we don’t have oysters to sell. We don’t like telling customers, “No, not today,” or “I can only offer you one bag,” but the reality is, this year’s winter and spring East Coast oyster shortage has been more prevalent than years past. Everyone along the supply chain is…

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Our Springtime Wedding Guide

May 23, 2014
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(Image taken from Erica & Steven’s wedding. Neuman’s Kitchen catered the beautiful event) Spring is here, opening the door to beautiful balmy days filled with fragrant flowers, beautiful brides and the sweet sound of wedding bells. We’ve compiled a list of some essentials for your consideration. Fantastic Facilities A wedding isn’t just an event, it’s…

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To Plate or Not to Plate? That is the Question

April 8, 2014
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One of the earliest conversations we have with our clients is whether they want a buffet or a sit down service for their event. With the largest single budget item for most events being the cost of food and beverage, it is a decision that affects both style and budget.  Here are some considerations for each…

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Top Themes For A 2014 Weddings

April 8, 2014
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We see two quite different trends happening with wedding planning – some are getting larger and more extravagant as brides are opting for Hollywood glamour while others are going back to the basics – using barns and rustic settings to frame their farm-to-table nuptials. 2014 promises to have spectacular, over-the-top weddings where brides to come…

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