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Hello and thank you for viewing my blog. My name is Chef Eric Gaffin. I work in and around the greater Boston area at a high level as a Private Chef. I have created and executed menus for over 7,400 amazing private home dinners, weddings and events through out the east coast. I have 30 years of culinary art experience. My unique culinary vision comes from my passion for cuisine and high standards of excellence. My true culinary passion is creating seasonal and local inspired menus, which are tailor made for each of my clients. Over the years I have had the pleasure of working with Foreign Ambassadors, Award Winning Actors, Fashion Icons, Legendary Musicians, and Elite Athletes.

Friday, November 13, 2015

Private Chef and Caterer in Boston | Eric Gaffin: Review from a wedding and event planner.

Private Chef and Caterer in Boston | Eric Gaffin: Review from a wedding and event planner.: A Wedding & Event Planner’s Testimonial: I have worked with Chef Eric Gaffin for the past 7 years and have availed of his tal...

Review from a wedding and event planner.



A Wedding & Event Planner’s Testimonial:

I have worked with Chef Eric Gaffin for the past 7 years and have availed of his talents on behalf of my clients for wedding and special events on numerous occasions. 





He has always created unique menu options with extraordinary value and integrity. Our clients have always been amazed by his attention to detail in the presentation, execution and final result in all his work. Whether he was catering to one of our cocktail parties, weddings or even my father's memorial service, Chef Eric has come through for us time after time. 














I would highly recommend contacting Chef Eric and his team for a show-stopping buffet, seated silver service dinner or even a home-cooked meal for entertaining in the privacy of your home. He is reliable, fair priced and loves what he does. It shows each and every time in the events he produces. You won't be disappointed. 

Sunday, November 8, 2015

Private Chef and Caterer in Boston | Eric Gaffin: Wedding Cupcakes or Wedding Cake by EatInClub.com

Private Chef and Caterer in Boston | Eric Gaffin: Wedding Cupcakes or Wedding Cake by EatInClub.com: http://EatInClub.com   Wedding cupcakes were originally thought to be a passing fad, but it looks like they're here to stay! It&#39...

Wedding Cupcakes or Wedding Cake by EatInClub.com

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Wedding cupcakes were originally thought to be a passing fad, but it looks like they're here to stay! It's no wonder: these pint-size confections add a whimsical touch to your wedding reception with the added bonus of being slightly more affordable than a traditional wedding cake. But is a cupcake wedding cake right for you? We break it down below.

Are Wedding Cupcakes Cheaper?

Cupcakes typically cost as a caterer in Boston about $3,50 each, whereas a traditional wedding cake is a hefty $7.00 to $12.00 per slice.
If you want to spring for fancy cupcake liners, decorative stands, and intricate decorations, that cheap little cupcake is going to cost a whole lot more. If you are choosing to serve cupcakes in order to save some money, remember to keep it simple. However, if you just like the whimsical feel of cupcakes, and have a big budget, you can make these desserts really memorable.

Are Wedding Cupcakes Appropriate?     
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There's something so nostalgic and childlike about unwrapping a cupcake. And that's what people both love and hate about wedding cupcakes – are they fun and familiar or too casual and unsophisticated?

If you're having a formal wedding, you may want to stick with a grand and formal wedding cake. If your wedding guests are traditional people, they might think cupcakes are too casual, or worse, cheap.

But if you're having a relaxed reception where fun is the primary goal, tell everyone to be a kid again and grab a cupcake. Once they're up and having fun on the dance floor, they won't have to sit again for dessert. They'll just grab a cupcake and keep on groovin'.
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We have found a way for Brides and Grooms to have their cake and eat it too: get a small 6" cake to sit on the top of your cupcake tower. You can use this for the ceremonial cake cutting, and then freeze the rest for your 1-year anniversary.

Saturday, November 7, 2015

Saskia & Sohail Wedding | EatInClub.com


 Saskia & Sohail Wedding by EatInClub's Founder Chef Eric Gaffin



 What a fun and beautiful couple to work with. We designed a amazing menu for this newlywed couples special day. The guest count consisted of 200 wonderful people that enjoyed a 4 course plated dinner with passed hors d'ouevres  and a grand cheese display with gourmet crostinis and crackers.



Seared duck breast with a wild cherry, plum and fig reduction served with roasted asparagus and garlic potato galette 




Seared sea scallops and shrimp with tomato & basil ragout topped with a pecorino crisp and dressed arugula.



The real challenge of executing this plated 4 course menu for 200 guests was the fact that there was no kitchen in the venue. All the food had to be prepared back at our prep kitchen and we needed to provide tents and ovens at the venue for service. Then we decided the best option was to plate-up in the downstairs hallway. All in all this turned out to be a great game plan and another amazing wedding by the EatInClub Team


Roasted butternut squash salad with candied pecans




Photo Credits To: http://www.heirloomcreative.com/