After spending over 20 years planning and catering events, we finally launched Secret Ingredient with one clear purpose, to create delicious and quality meals for people to enjoy and a dining experience that is memorable.

Welcome to Christine's Plates, a heartfelt journey inspired by the warmth of grandmother's kitchen. Our story is rooted in the rich tapestry of generational legacy, where rustic farm-inspired cuisine becomes a tribute to tradition, quality, and community. It all started with a simple apron, a symbol of love, and a spark that ignited our passion for food. Christine's Plates is more than a dining experience; it's a celebration of cherished memories and the enduring spirit of our grandmother's dream.

Sassool Mediterranean is a family owned restaurant providing a fresh, colorful and delicious variety of Mediterranean cuisine. Using local produce, family recipes and a whole lot of passion, we provide the freshest catered meals you'll find in the area--and with the best service. Make your wedding day unforgettable! Fresh ingredients, delicious flavors, beautiful presentation—that is what you can expect from our food. An event that your guests will never stop talking about—that is what you can expect from our catering services.

Southern Harvest Hospitality Group is a group of restaurant and catering companies founded on the principle of bringing the area’s best produce and meats to our guests’ tables. Our chef-driven menus feature seasonal and regional favorites, and are customizable to fit your specific needs. We began our journey more than a decade ago, and founded Southern Harvest on the basis of providing chef driven, locally sourced, and southern inspired cuisine at an affordable price. Our owner, Tom Meyer, had a dream of becoming the most respected hospitality group in North Carolina, and we work tirelessly every single day to make that dream come true.

As a small, woman, and veteran-owned business, we bring a unique perspective and passion to everything we do. We specialize in creating personalized, one-of-a-kind experiences that reflect your individual style and vision. From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, our team is committed to delivering exceptional service and attention to detail. Let us bring our expertise and creativity to your next event and make it an unforgettable occasion.

Welcome! I'm Chef Sakinah. I have worked in the food and beverage industry professionally for nearly a decade and counting. Throughout my career, I've worked in various restaurants across New Jersey, New York City, Florida, North Carolina, and California. With this exposure, I've learned many different styles, cuisines, and techniques of cooking, and from many executive head chefs. Managing and handling all facets of the kitchen, is also my expertise. Graduating from one of the top Culinary Arts Schools in the United States, I earned my A.A.S Degree in Culinary Arts, and Serv Safe/State Food Safety Certificate.

Em’s Catering is a love project. I started it as a small private chef side gig to help make ends meet and it quickly grew to a full business. My team and I have been part of over 200 weddings and being there to watch the most special day in a couples life is joyful. We pour that joy and love into the food. Everything is customized to the couples vision. Nothing is out of reach so dream big with us! We can make it a beautiful reality.

My name is Tami and I have been in the event/service industry for over 20 plus years! I am very personable and love making clients visions come to life! I have a passion for food & drinks! I want to take the ease to make your day the best day ever! Your event is our passion!!