A Collection of Catering News Articles


 

 

 

Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery has teamed up with the Pabst Mansion to offer you a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible Pabst family. For a total of 6 non-perishable food items you will be able to see and experience how the family lived and where they worked.

On Sunday, October 4th from 10:00 AM – 5:00PM bring 3 non-perishable food items or donate a check for $10 or more to the Hunger Task Force and receive free admission into Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery.  There will be tours given on the hour every hour between 10:00 & 4:00 with resident historian and owner, Jim Haertel.  You will re-live the history of the most famous brewery in the country and hear how one family put Milwaukee on the map.  And of course, no tour would be complete without an icy cold Pabst in the stunning Blue Ribbon Hall overlooking the Captain’s Courtyard admiring the statue of the great man himself!

Bring an additional 3 non-perishable food items to donate at the Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion and receive free admission into the mansion.  You will be amazed at the opulence and will hear first-hand how the family lived. 

 

 

Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery
915 West Juneau Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53233

Historic Pabst Mansion
2000 West Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53233

OCTOBER 4TH 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Saz's Catering is avaiable to cater you event at these two beautiful, historic buildings

Call us at (414) 256-8765

 

Saz's Cater's to the Good Morning America team in Waukesha.

A Waukesha resident was chosen as the winning entrant in the "At Your House" series on GMA . We were asked to cater for this event and what an event it was! Click Here for the Story

Sam and Chris from Good Morning America BBQ with Saz's Catering

 

Wedding Showcase

For those of you that have hired Saz's Catering for your wedding, you know just how beautiful our weddings and food can be.

So we thought, how can we let potential brides and grooms know about our services? How can we show our wonderful place settings, linens and menu creations to people who haven't been to one of our weddings?

Could we invite people to a wedding to see?

Well, yes.

LET'S HAVE OUR OWN WEDDING!

 

With the gratious help of our friends at the beautiful wedding and banquet reception venue 1451 Renaissance Place, our ideas sprang to life for all to see and taste.

Visit our Photo Gallery to view images of our wedding showcase.

Keep watching for upcoming news. We will be having a Fall Wedding Showcase that will be better than this first one. This is the perfect time to taste many of ourfood creations and work directly with our sales staff.

 

 

 

Spring Wedding Showcase

Looking for new and innovative ways to showcase our culinary and catering styles of service Saz's Catering spearheaded an extravagant display of all aspects of a wedding reception.

Creating our own wedding reception, we commadiered the assistance of one of Milwaukee's finest reception and banquet venues, 1451 Renaissance Place, located at 1451 N Prospect Ave in Milwaukee. For this beautiful venue, we are grateful.

 

Upon arrival guests were greeted by Keehn's Valet and Limo Coach Services and then proceed into the grand foyer where hors d' oeuvres were being passed by our Butler attired waitstaff. Savoring Rosemary Skewered Shrimp and Tenderloin Lollipops, guests began the reception viewing the latest in wedding attire by Zita and Men's Warehouse, while discussing designs of invitations and reception programs with J. Invites and Coquii Designs. Assending the grand staircase our guests entered a stunning visual feast.

 

1451 Renaissance place was transformed into a culinary and visual display of everything weddings should be. Georgeous floral displays and centerpieces from belle Firori Ltd., together with stunning linens by BBJ set the canvas for china and silverware provided by Classic Party Rentals of Chicago. Saz's creative catering consultants painstaking set the table for a wedding reception only Saz's could create.

What better way to help you decide what style of service one would like for a wedding than to see all them in their full display. Buffet Extravaganza, European Station Reception, Sit Down Dinner Service and Chef Interactive Food Stations.

While strolling between colorful and over the top table settings, our wedding guests enjoyed the cuisine of our "Dockside" European Food Station. Chilled Gulf Shrimp, Alaskan Crab Claw Martini, Sushi, Sashimi, Raw Oysters and Lobster Ravioli. Musical background soothed the senses and was provided by Music on the Move Plus.

 

 

Our Chef Interactive Mashed Potato Martini Bar provided amusement and amazement. Your favorite potato toppings of Artichoke hearts, bell peppers, bacon, chives, hearts of palm, olives and cheeses, sauteed to your specifications and served in a martini glass.

 

 

 

All of our wedding reception guests were able to meet with our catering staff to discuss the many options of planning and upgrading their wedding. Our creative sales staff helps to find the most cost effective means of provideing nothing but "The Finest" for all your wedding guests.

To view additional images of this beautiful event, please click here. Contact us so that we may assist in planning the details of your next memorable event. (414) 256-8765

 

 

Kohl's 2008 Winter Wonderland

On December 7, Kohl's hosted a glorious holiday event at the corporate headquarters for over 4,000 Associates and family members. Saz's Catering assisted in planning and implementing service of food and beverages throughout the entire Kohl's Headquarters campus.

With three separate locations on opposite ends of the Koh'ls property it was necessary to stage and staff three separate food and entertainment "event" areas.

Set-up began early in the week placing huge clearspan tents, generators, flooring and heating units. Kitchen equipment, consisting of stoves, ovens, deep fryers, grills, prep tables and much more, needed to be placed in two separate outdoor kitchen tents. Once on-line, each clearspan tent was heated to a toasty 65 degrees creating great comfort to families and kids. Not to mention the toes of our kitchen and prep staff. Countless man hours were spent braving the cold and snow to insure proper placement of all needed equipment and supplies to feed over 4000 guests.

With a staff of over 100, Saz's Catering produced thousands of smiles and filled the bellies of happy children and adults alike on this snowy, cold December day at Kohl's .

Below are just a few highlights of this spectacular winter time showcase. Please visit our photo gallery for more images of each area. Click here for the Photo Gallery or the Quick Link to the right.

 

Central Park

66' x 181' Clearspan Tent
Entertainment, Food, Beverages, Photo Booth Live Ice Carving demonstration
Chef Carving Station, Seafood Station ,Winter Grill Station, Desserts & Kids Stations

Ice Skating Rink

Ice Skating Rink in Central Park
50- x 66' Clearspan tent
Indoor / sheltered skating
Games and demonstrations for the whole family.

The Loft

"The Loft" Corporate Headquarters Cafeteria
Salad Garden, Chef Carving, Desserts Stations and more.

Holiday Traditions

66' x 181' Clearspan Tent
Stage shows for the children, Cookie Decorating, Frame Making, Stocking Creations, Ornament Decorating

Children food, beverage and dessert station.

Elves were on hand doing tricks and magic shows for the kids. Gnomes playing musical instruments and singing songs for the holidays.

 

Saz's Catering Creates Disaster Relief Division

 

Responding to the needs of the Utility Repair Crews, and in conjunction with Milwaukee's Karl's Event Rental company, Saz's Catering entered the crippled after-math of Hurricane Ike and set up camp in weather torn Woodville, Texas.

In an open field, an encampment of sleeping quarters, showers and foodservice tents was assembled on very short notice. These sturdy facilities, provided by Karl's, were temporarily built to house 500 utility workers from around the country. This tent city, one of three such encampments, would provide the basics in creature comforts with our crew preparing three quality, daily meals. For up to 30 days, a nutritious breakfast lunch and dinner would be needed.

Water, electricity, housing, communications, santitation and foodservice facilities had to be erected in just days prior to the workers arrival. Once in place these dedicated workers would embark on daily projects to reconnect essential power lines and equipment lost to the ravages of the hurricane.

The challenge to secure supplies, infrastucture, housing, communications and kitchen facilities is enormouse and Saz's Catering staff made the committment to forgo all the comforts of home family, friends and daily workplace routines to bring relief to those with a greater need.

 

 

Working long, 12 to 18 hour days in some of the worst conditions, Saz's Catering became a vital part of the community of relief workers.

 

 

 

 

 

It is our committment now, and in the future, to provide contract assistance to those who need it the most. Please call (414) 256-8765 for more information.

 

 

  • Saz's Disaster Relief Catering is able to contract and mobilize on short term notice.
  • Complete and balance menu planning.
  • Fully portable food service production equipment.
  • Complete off-site food production kitchens assembled.
  • Refrigerated trucks and storage vehicles.
  • Contract partnership for all infrastucture, tents and structural facility needs.
  • Experienced in large volume food production. 20-20,000 meal capability.

SAZ'S CATERING LENDS A HELPING HAND TO ELANA'S HOUSE. (Thanks Mary Ellen for all you do!!)

 

SAZ'S VICTORY CLUB

ANNOUNCED AT THE MILWAUKEE MILE

Milwaukee’s Favorite Restaurant Signs On As Host Venue of Speedway’s Hospitality

MILWAUKEE, Wis. (March 26, 2008) – Two Milwaukee treasures have joined together to provide race fans and corporate guests a unique, all-inclusive race day experience in the newly-named Saz’s Victory Club at The Milwaukee Mile.

“Serving race fans at Saz’s Victory Club on race days will be a great way for us to introduce our unmatched, quality menu selections, to the most loyal fans in all of sports” commented Steve Sazama (Saz).  “Saz’s is proud to be a part of the great racing heritage of The Milwaukee Mile, as we celebrate 32 years of serving Milwaukee.’”

For each major race day, Saz’s Victory Club at The Milwaukee Mile will feature some of Saz’s most popular items.  In addition to traditional favorites, offerings include Smoked Pulled Pork with Saz’s Original Sauce, Saz’s Mozzarella Marinara and grilled chicken breasts with Saz’s Vidalia Onion Sauce.

This partnership involves moving The Mile’s fan and corporate hospitality location of Saz’s Victory Club to the fully-equipped permanent structure of Saz’s High Life Pavilion, creating a well-shaded, casual atmosphere on the fan midway.

Along with a bountiful race day buffet including beverages in a private setting, Saz’s Victory Club packages include premium, 400-level reserved grandstand seats, parking passes and Pit & Paddock passes.  Saz’s Victory Club creates an ideal option for individuals and corporate groups as they experience the sights and sounds of NASCAR and IndyCar Series racing at America’s Legendary Oval. 

Saz’s Victory Club packages start at $165 and can be ordered through The Milwaukee Mile ticket office at 414.453.8277.  Additional details can be found at www.milwaukeemile.com/VictoryClub.asp

“We are excited to continue to enhance our race day experience with the announcement of Saz’s Victory Club, and are thrilled to bring a taste of Milwaukee’s favorite restaurant to the speedway” said John Doyle, The Milwaukee Mile’s group sales & corporate hospitality manager.

To learn more about Saz’s State House, Saz’s Barbeque products and catering, visit www.sazs.com.

The Milwaukee Mile’s 2008 racing season features the stars of the IndyCar Series racing on Sunday, June 1 - the Sunday following the Indianapolis 500 - in the ABC Supply / A.J. Foyt 225.  Sharing the weekend will be the Indy Pro Series and the Sears Auto Center 150 USAR Hooters Pro Cup Series.  Wisconsin’s biggest motorsports weekend happens at The Mile June 20-21, with back-to-back NASCAR action under the lights, featuring the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series (formerly Busch Series).  The speedway’s traditional August 22-24 Governor’s Cup weekend features Wisconsin NASCAR superstar Matt Kenseth competing in a 100-mile super late model race, the grassroots Mid-American Stock Car Series and national and regional stock car standouts competing in the ASALMS Challenge Division and ASALMS North Division.  To purchase tickets and for more details, visit www.milwaukeemile.com.

Feeding over 17,000 people at one party - WOW!

 

All groups of the Wheation Fransican Hospital Group gathered again at the Summerfest Grounds to celebrate their annual employee picnic. Saz's Catering assisted in planning all aspects of this huge undertaking. To put this into perspective, the entire city popoulation of Middleton, Wisconsin is 17,000 people. Saz's fed the entire group with ease.

Music and entertainment filled the summerfest grounds from the Miller Oasis north to the Rock Stage. Children's games, adult games, bingo and casino games keep all in attendance occupied throughout the day. This year the temperature was perfect as the last couple years had heat in the high 90's on the grounds. We all faded quickley without 1000's of gallons of water.

 

Inflatables kept all the kids busy having fun. From rock climbing to a merry-go-round planning for an eventfull day took many people and manhours to accomplish.

Saz's Recreates the 1954 Dinner in the Miller Brewery Caves for the Museum of Beer & Brewing -

 

The December 17, 1954 luncheon meeting of the Wisconsin State Brewers Association held at "The Caves" of the Miller Brewery. Chairs were borrowed from the Gettleman Brewery Rathskellar, because Miller's new Rathskellar was not completely finished. Seated at the table on the left were: Fred Effinger, President of Effinger Brwery of Baraboo Wisconsin, Rudy Zimmerman, Vice-President of Pabst, Sol Abrams, Vice-President of Schlitz, Fred Miller, President of Miller, and King Cole, President of Kingsbury Brewery, Sheboygan Wisconsin. Tom Gettleman is seated opposit of Fred Miller. This is the last picture taken of Fred Miller before his fatal plane crash later that afternoon. After the tragedy "The Caves" was not used as a party room and was made into a museum.

 

In what has become the Museum of Beer and Brewing's most beloved annual events, Saz's Catering has recreated the dinner setting down to the candelabra's and checkered table cloths used at the original dinner pictured above. The June 9th dinner began with a selection of Miller Beer served in the Miller Inn Stein Room of the Miller Brewing Company. Hors d'oeuvres were passed to begin the evening of history and dining.

 

 

The group then proceeded in to the "The Caves" for a sit down dinner of Prime Rib, Chicken Marsala and Grilled Salmon followed by Apple Pie A la Mode dessert. Because of limited room in "The Caves" the guest list is held to an intimate group of 58 people each each year.

 

To find out more about the Museum of Beer & Brewing, visit their web site at: http://www.brewingmuseum.org/

 

Saz's Catering Announces Partnership with WISCO Hotel Group

 

Saz's Catering and the WISCO Hotel Group have inked a partnership for Saz's Catering to provide all banquet services at the Comfort Suites Milwaukee Airport Hotel and the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Milwaukee Airport.

 

Saz's Catering is now taking bookings for Company Picnics, Weddings or Private Family Events!

We have information on locations throughout Milwaukee for your special event.

  • Host your company picnic at the Wisconsin State Fair (see below)
  • Enjoy a fun filled day at the Milwaukee County Zoo
  • Wedding Receptions at the 1451 Renaissance Place
  • Family Reunion or Picnic in a County Park
  • Retirement Party in Saz's Private State Room at the Restaurant

Click Here for our list of our suggested venues

Call 414-256-8765

SAZ’S CATERING GAINS NAMING RIGHTS TO SPECIAL GUEST CENTERS

WEST ALLIS, Wis., (January 18, 2007) – Wisconsin State Fair is proud to announce that Saz’s Catering will be the exclusive caterer and acquire naming rights to the Special Guest Centers, the site for corporate parties during the Fair.  Special Guest Centers, located in the southwest corner of State Fair Park across from the Wisconsin Exposition Center, will be renamed the “Saz’s Hospitality Village.”

“The Saz’s Hospitality Village is the perfect party place to host corporate parties, family reunions or group picnics during the annual Wisconsin State Fair,” commented Randy Prasse, Executive Director for the Wisconsin State Fair Park.  “Saz’s is a great friend of the Fair, and this is an ideal partnership that has been formed to create a memorable experience for our Fairgoers.”

Saz’s has a long history at the Wisconsin State Fair, best recognized for Saz’s Ribs, Saz’s High Life Pavilion, and of course the Racing Pigs. Saz’s Hospitality Village is a natural progression in the longstanding relationship between Saz’s and Wisconsin State Fair. Saz’s Catering is recognized as a premier caterer for corporate and private gatherings throughout Southeastern Wisconsin, which makes them an ideal selection for the Hospitality Village.

“Saz’s has been a part of the Wisconsin State Fair since 1982, and we’re thrilled to expand our relationship with the Fair and to be able to offer even more services to Fairgoers through Saz’s Hospitality Village,” stated Steve Sazama (Saz).

Saz’s Hospitality Village offers numerous benefits for your parties:

  • customized catering and services to meet your party’s needs

  • discounted admission tickets

  • convenient consignment option

  • delicious Cream Puffs delivered to your party

  • discounted Midway Ride-All-Day wristbands

 

To reserve your party or for more information, call 414-256-8765 or visit www.sazs.com

Click Here for all the latest information on Saz's Hospitality Village at the Wisconsin State Fair

Mark your calendars for the 2007 Wisconsin State Fair, August 2 – 12!   For the most
up-to-date information on events held at Wisconsin State Fair Park, call 414-266-7000, or visit us online at www.wistatefair.com.

 


Miller Brewing Company Tree Lighting Ceremony
Miller Valley

2006 & 2007

Keeping active with our friends down the street at the Miller Brewing Company, Saz's Catering helped bring in the holidays with the annual tree lighting in Miller Valley. Our staff set up food stations in the old Miller Inn and in the building that was formally the stables of the old brewery. Preparations were made to make sure 2000 employees and family had a nice warm dinner on a cold December evening of fun. Saz's Mozzarella Marinara and Saz's BBQ Pork - Hot Apple Cider and Sweet Hot Chocolate were among the many foods prepared to help warm the bellies of all the mom's pop's and children of Miller Brewing Company.

Lexus of Broofield Introduces New LS - Saz's Catering Delivers a 5 Star Performance -

When Lexus of Brookfield wanted to introduce the new LS, Saz’s Catering assisted in making this a premier event. As clients and guests arrived to a red carpet valet service, Saz’s staff greeted guests with champagne and hand-passed hors d’oeuvres.  With a stationed presentation of fresh shrimp, crab claws, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, espresso bar and lavish Lexus ice sculpture, Saz’s wowed all who attended and helped make this important event a resounding success.

 

Saz's Catering - What Can You Think of Next?

Saz's Catering demonstrates another area of service expertise for Miller Brewing Company.

In a personal send-off message for the holidays, Chief Marketing Officer, Tom Long, pours the final bottle of Miller High Life into a "Champagne Fountain" - Miller Style.

Over 80 glasses were painstakingly stacked one on top of the other to create a waterfall of the "Champagne of Beers" .

Over 100 employees gathered in the Corporate Pub to enjoy bountiful hors d'oeuvres presented by Saz's Catering and to cheer on the final pour from Tom Long. Ooo's and ahh's rang from the crowd as the Champagne of Beers cascaded down the tower of glasses.