HOT PASTA

Hot Pasta Catering

Some foods are meant to be eaten warm. Not just in temperature, but in spirit. Pasta, when done right, brings more than comfort—it brings togetherness, ease, and the kind of quiet joy that lingers even after the plates are cleared. At NY Susan Kitchen, our approach to hot pasta catering begins with this idea: that a warm dish, built from seasonal ingredients and served with care, can hold more meaning than a dozen options set out without intention.

We don’t think of pasta as filler or default. We think of it as a canvas. A way to layer flavor, show off peak produce, and feed people in a way that’s both satisfying and smart. Whether you’re planning a company lunch, a creative workshop, or a small celebration, our pasta menus are designed to offer flexibility without compromise. You choose the format—trays, bowls, or composed plates—and we build a menu that suits your season, your crowd, and your rhythm.

Each dish is prepared with the same approach we bring to everything: whole ingredients, balanced textures, and a belief that even the most familiar foods can feel new when treated with care. It’s hot pasta catering—but it’s also a little more than that.

8 Guest Minimum. Served with a basket of rustic bread.

Prix Fixe Pasta – $23.00 | Your Choice of Pasta | Caesar Salad | Toasted Garlic Bread | Cookies and Brownies Add Lobster – +$10.00 | Add Shrimp – +$6.00

Champagne Penne Palma – $16.00 | Sun-dried tomatoes, Spinach, and Artichokes in Our Homemade White Champagne Sauce

Rigatoni Primavera – $13.00 | Grilled Garden Vegetable Medley Sautéed in Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Garlic, and Spices

Penne Alla Vodka – $15.00 | Add Chicken – +$4.00 | Add Shrimp – +$6.00

Baked Ziti – $15.00 | Add Meat – +$8.95

Wild Mushroom Penne – $15.00 | Portobello Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon Wine Sauce

Gemelli Carbonara – $16.00 | Prosciutto, Bacon, Scallions, Light Cream Sauce

Cheese Lasagna – $14.00 | Layered Pasta, Spinach, Tomato Sauce, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Basil
Add Meat – +$8.95
Traditional Mac & Cheese – $15.00
Lobster Mac & Cheese – $24.00
Spinach-Artichoke Mac & Cheese – $17.00

Fresh Pasta, Not Just Hot Trays

There’s a difference between food that arrives hot and food that was cooked with heart. We start with good ingredients—locally sourced vegetables, slow-simmered sauces, freshly grated cheeses, herbs clipped just before they’re tossed in—and build each dish to carry warmth in every layer.

From light tomato-braised fusilli with basil oil to baked rigatoni with charred onions and greens, our pastas are built around what’s growing. We don’t overload with cream or lean too hard on salt. We let the ingredients speak. That’s what separates our catering from the usual trays lined up under foil. There’s texture, balance, and care in every bite.

For clients seeking full Italian experiences, our Italian pasta catering page goes deeper into regional inspiration, pairings, and rustic menu builds. But even our simplest orders carry the same attention. Nothing rushed, nothing outsourced. Just pasta, made right, and served the way it’s meant to be.

Built Around the Season

Pasta is one of the most adaptable foods in the kitchen. It makes sense in every season—if you let it. In summer, we lean into heirloom tomatoes, shaved squash, and herb oil. In autumn, slow-roasted eggplant, toasted garlic, and lemon zest. Come winter, there’s kale, mushrooms, and ruffled edges of mafaldine catching olive oil and black pepper. Spring brings peas, mint, ricotta, and light broths that barely cling to the noodles.

We build our menus like this because it's how we cook. What’s coming out of the fields guides what lands in the bowl. And for clients who like to build balance into their events, our custom salad bar options pair naturally with pasta, bringing freshness and contrast to a rich meal without overwhelming it.

The season also determines how we build sides, garnishes, and even dessert. This isn’t just about serving a tray of baked ziti. It’s about creating a meal that feels whole, no matter the setting.

Pasta for Workdays and Gatherings

There’s a reason pasta shows up so often in corporate catering—it’s satisfying, simple to serve, and almost universally loved. But not all pasta is created equal. We serve offices and teams across New York who want something more thoughtful than the standard tray drop. That might mean a lighter pasta for midday meetings, or a heartier option to close out a project or celebrate a milestone.

Our menus are structured to fit your pace. Whether you’re serving ten people or seventy-five, we’ll recommend dishes that hold heat, retain texture, and don’t fall flat after the first bite. For larger setups, we can build combinations that mix hot pasta with proteins, grains, or plant-based mains—giving you variety without complexity.

If you're building out a weekly rotation or want to see what else complements a pasta-centered menu, our corporate lunch menu offers a broader view of how pasta fits into multi-day catering solutions that stay fresh all week long.

Trays, Bowls, or Composed Plates

We don’t force pasta into a single format. Some clients want trays that stay hot and serve well buffet-style. Others prefer large serving bowls for a more curated presentation. And for smaller gatherings, plated entrees—composed with intention—offer a way to elevate even the most familiar dishes.

Each format has its strengths. Trays are best for larger teams and drop-off service. Bowls allow for a more communal feel without the chaos of an open buffet. Plated dishes bring structure and pacing to the meal, especially for meetings or private team events. We’ll help you decide which setup works best based on your flow, space, and goals.

If your event is part of a larger lunch plan, like a multi-station setup, our lunch buffet menu integrates pasta seamlessly with other mains, sides, and seasonal accompaniments.

Customizing with Comfort and Care

We build our pasta menus to flex with your needs. That includes offering gluten-free options, dairy-free sauces, and fully plant-based entrees that still deliver the same satisfaction as traditional dishes. But these aren’t substitutions—they’re developed dishes in their own right. We believe in creating inclusive meals without compromise.

Our kitchen works with a range of dietary considerations, and we can scale those accommodations from five to fifty. We also pay attention to texture and digestion, especially for workday meals. That means pastas that satisfy without sitting heavy, and sauces that lift rather than coat. You shouldn’t need a nap after lunch to know it was good.

If you’re looking for a lighter start or a warming side to go with your pasta selection, our soup offerings pair beautifully—especially in cooler months where a hot bowl and a bowl of pasta make the perfect quiet lunch.

Let the Pasta Speak

There’s no need to overcomplicate a good plate of pasta. With the right ingredients and a steady hand, it speaks for itself. It tells your guests that the food was made with care. That the meal was chosen, not defaulted. That even in a simple dish, there’s a story being told—one of timing, sourcing, and restraint.

Hot pasta catering may sound familiar, but in our kitchen, it becomes something more. A way to bring warmth to a room. A way to show care without saying a word. A way to feed people well in the middle of their day, without asking for too much attention—and without being forgotten, either.

If you’d like to explore flavors, formats, or schedule a first tasting, our menu tasting experience allows you to preview seasonal pasta selections before building a full event. From the first bite to the final fork, we’re here to make sure your meal feels like it matters—because it does. For more options to peak your interest, please visit our Corporate Lunch Menu