Meet The Chef
Cristina is the passionate heart and creator of Spooned Catering. Her joy of cooking is showcased in her thoughtfully curated intimate dining experiences. Immersed in the culinary world for over 30 years, she's had the privilege and pleasure of working alongside high-end professionals in reputable restaurants in NYC. She is now excited to bring her experiences to locals within the Hudson Valley where her roots first began.
Private Dinners & Events
We specialize in intimate gatherings and events offering customized menus and thoughtful service.
Sample Menu
Salad
Red leaf lettuce, chickpeas,
red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber,
goat cheese, fresh herb vinaigrette
Entrees
Beef tenderloin medallions, sauce au poivre
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Poached Atlantic Cod, tomato, olives,
cherry tomatoes, oregano, capers
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Gemelli spiral pasta, pesto creme,
toasted pine nuts
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Accompaniments
Roasted broccolini, garlic-chips,
red pepper flakes, charred lemon
Roasted sweet potatoes, honey,
pistachios, mint
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Weekly
Meal
Delivery
Our local meal delivery service provides fresh, healthy meals made with quality ingredients for a balanced, homestyle meal that anyone can enjoy. With convenient delivery and no prep required, eating well is simple, delicious and stress free.
Sample
Menu​​
SOUP
Fresh picked garden tomato soup, arborio rice, fresh herbs
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MAIN
Sarmale (Romanian cabbage rolls), homemade pickled cabbage, ground pork, arborio rice, smoked bacon, tomato sauce
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SIDE
Creamy polenta
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What People Say
— Nicole Montesano, Warren, NJ
Vice President
Sales Northeast at The Duckhorn Portfolio
“From the very first conversation, it's clear Cristina is in a league of her own. Her food is not only delicious, but intentionally curated to meet the exact needs, tastes, and vision of each client. She's incredibly smart about how she plans and purchases - using only whats needed, with no wasted food and no wasted money. Add to that her unmatched work ethic and attention to detail, and you get an experience that feels both elevated and effortless. Don't think twice about hiring Cristina - once you do, you'll wonder how you've ever hosted without her.”
— Leslie Scott, New Orleans
Associate Dean, Tulane University
“Cristina Mocodeanu brings both extraorindary flavor and genuine warmth to every event she touches. Her food is inventive, beautifully balanced, and always thoughtfully adapted to the space, the people, and the moment. Working with her feels as good as eating her cooking.”
— Ben Shelton, NYC
GM of Le Coucou
“I have hired Cristina for multiple parties with different levels of execution - a formal sit down dinner for twelve, a casual build-your-own taco buffet for thirty, a huge brunch buffet for sixty - just to name a few - with locations ranging from Manhattan, to Boca Raton, to Fire Island Pines. She not only knows how to consult, create, cook, and serve the perfect menu with her exceptional staff, but knows how to buy the PERFECT amount of food. Her skill set? Flavor bombing guests without wasteful purchasing. As a restaurant operator, caterers tend to overbuy, and Cristina's proposals quote exactly what is needed.”
Contact
347-232-1804 | Cristinamocodeanu@gmail.com