"I just wanted to express my appreciation to Bartolotta's catering for the professionalism, courtesy and detail orientation that all of your staff displayed at the Larsen/Turner wedding on August 7, 2009. Furthermore I would like like to pay a special thanks to Julie Gerber for giving such a great effort to ensure our wedding day was perfect. I felt that she went above the call of duty on many occasions to ensure our satisfaction. We currently live in Chicago, so the planning required numerous trips to Milwaukee, which Julie was very flexible during, in order work with our schedules.
Pier Wisconsin at Discovery World is obviously a beautiful venue, but we were not simply sold on the place because the cost was more than we wanted spend. After spending an hour with Julie she had done a better job than any of the other people we met with, and we changed our mind. She was very thorough and detail oriented in the tour she gave us. Julie is very knowledgeable at what she does and gained our confidence in her right away. Julie cared about the quality of our wedding day and did everything necessary to ensure the Bartolotta standard was met and exceeded as well as our expectations.
The beautiful venue and high quality food were only about a 45% contributor to our decision, because as I said, the cost was more than we wanted to pay. Julie was the other 55% that actually swung our decision. If Julie was not part of the package, we may have ended up somewhere else. She was very personable and was a pleasure to work with.
Thanks again to everybody that participated in preparing a night that Sara and I will never forget!
Sincerely,
Bryan and Sara Turner"
"From the mouth-watering food to the awe-inspiring view, Bartolotta and Pier Wisconsin bring together the expertise to help us create a memorable event."
-Helen Bader Foundation
As the Special Events Chairperson for the commissioning of the USS Freedom in Milwaukee, it was critical that I select a catering service that would not only perform in a quality manner, but one that would contribute to pulling off a series of truly memorable events for this first-of-it's-kind happening in our city. After much research, I selected Bartolotta's as the exclusive caterer for all of our official events. As part of this effort, I had the pleasure of working with Bartolotta's over the course of two years, planning the logistics for this nationally visible event in our Community. Throughout this period, all of the personnel I had the opportunity to interact with were absolute professionals and a true pleasure. They consistently demonstrated a great deal of flexibility (as the date of the actual Commissioning event was not determined until late in the game), responsiveness, knowledge and creativity; they were really my partners in planning all of our key events. Bartolotta's managed a full range of events for us, from a lunch for 100 dignitaries, dinner for 200 aboard the USS Freedom, an incredible Gala event for over 700 people at the Discovery World Museum, to food and beverages for 10,000 for the actual commissioning at Veteran's Park on November 8, 2008.
No detail was overlooked, all of my needs were expertly anticipated, and each event was conducted in a flawless and extremely high quality manner. The comments I received from the Naval officials, ship's officers and crews, and other invited dignitaries were consistently very positive. I've conducted many complex events over the years, and I can state without reservation that Bartolotta's Catering is without peer. I was able to actually enjoy the events myself! Bartolotta's handled every detail as I had total confidence in their ability to manage all aspects of each event.
If I had the opportunity to do it all over again, Bartolotta's would be my choice, hands down!
On behalf of the USS Freedom Commissioning Committee, her officers, crew and family, THANK YOU BARTOLOTTA's! John Wise, Joe Bartolotta, Janelle Meyer-Brown and your entire staff...you helped make the commissioning of a first of it's class US Navy Combat ship a truly memorable event, against which all others will be measured. And you certainly represented our great community of Milwaukee and the state of Wisconsin in an incredible fashion!
-Candee Arndt
USS Freedom Commissioning Committee
"Bartolotta Catering and Events at Pier Wisconsin provided us services for our Friday night event at Discovery World. Tekla’s US office is based out of Atlanta, Georgia so planning for the event was done through a couple of site visits but mostly via emails and phone calls. Despite the distance, planning was very seamless and the staff at Bartolotta was very responsive to our questions and our needs.
Our event was an evening reception for approximating 350 guests in late August. The way our event was set up proved to be very successful in terms of flow and getting our guests socializing and networking. Food stations and a bar were placed in the atrium and another bar and additional seating were placed outside. We had all of the exhibits open for our guests to view which turned out to be a huge hit as guests found themselves enjoying the Technology Hive gadgets, discovering what the Great Lakes held, and enjoying the aquarium.
Our guests could not stop raving about the food at our event as well. We received compliment after compliment over the Roast Beef and how it was fantastic. During the event the Bartolotta and Discovery World staff also was very attentive and cordial to our guests. Their staff was very professional and kept myself and other Tekla staff in the loop as to the quantities of food, the bar, and other matters that needed attention throughout the night.
Overall we were very pleased with our event and working with the staff at Bartolotta. We highly recommend their services for anyone planning a meeting/event in Milwaukee.Julie, thank you so much for working with us on our event at Discovery World. Our staff and guests were pleased and had a wonderful time! The food was fantastic and the set up was great! I really appreciate all of your help prior & during the event."
(Event Details, Tekla, 8-22-08, Georgia Roy)
"In August 2008, we held our daughter’s wedding reception at Pier Wisconsin. Both during and after the wedding, countless guests commented on the beauty of the location, the breathtaking views, and the excellence of the food. During the reception, the few very minor issues that always seem to accompany such an event were immediately addressed in a courteous and professional manner. Nothing was permitted to interrupt our enjoyment of the evening as parents of the bride. Julie Gerber was my contact person at Pier Wisconsin. In the months before the wedding, I had many questions (as mother of the bride, "many" may be an understatement), and I relied on her to help me make the best possible choices. Julie promptly returned all of my emails and calls. She addressed all of my concerns, and made all changes gracefully and pleasantly. If I had to re-do the reception, I would definitely ask Julie to help me plan the event, as I would not want to change a thing. I just hope she would agree to participate again."
Joann,
What we we say, THANK YOU! Everything was just as we wanted it to be on our Wedding, Perfect! Hunter and I want to thank you and the staff at Bartolotta's for making everything perfect! It was such a great experience working with you and your team. Everything seemed so effortless for us-most likey due to your dedication.
Thank you! Jen & Hunter
P.S. Nothing but great remarks about the food, everyone has said it was some of the best food they have ever had at a wedding!
Dear Joann,
Pat and I wanted to thank you again for an outstanding job! The reception was beautiful and the transition between cocktails dinner and dancing was seamless! We had so many compliments about the food, venue and service. The view was so beautiful during the day and evening. The aquarium was a favorite of many. We all knew we were in good hands and felt very comfortable with you from the beginning. We appreciated all of your help and honesty. You were so professional and a joy to work with! On behalf Pat and myself, Natalie and Wes, we wish you the very best and thank you again!
Sincerely,
Pat & Gerry Murphy
Mr. Bartolotta:
On behalf of the HPGM, we wanted to reach out to you and comment on one of your employees, Julie Gerber. I work as the Committee Chair and I am on the Board of Directors for the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee. We produce a signature fundraiser each year. Having worked with many companies over the years, this is the first time we were “wowed” by an employee. From the moment the event was planned, Julie went out of her way to structure our event and remember key details. She was thorough, accurate, professional and fun to work with. When needed she provided her insight but never pushed her own agenda. She listened to what we needed and produced. The night of the event, when I needed ANYTHING, she was standing nearby. We were accommodated in every sense of the word. Thank you for employing such competent and easy to work with staff.
Successfully yours,
MaryAnn Raash, PHR, CSP
South Region District Leader
Joann,
Thank you for a phenomenal event! You and your staff have been the best I have encountered in all my event planning years. The food was exceptional, and I keep hearing compliments on it.
You have been a true pleasure to work with, so thank you again and again.
PNC Bank Holiday Party