The Marketplace

The Marketplace was AMAZING! Jon was the best. He met with us multiple times and made sure our day was perfect! Everything was gorgeous and went so smoothly! The food was to die for and everyone was full after dinner! Even got leftovers for the next morning. The servers and bartenders were great as well! If we have another event Jon is the first person I would call! We are so so so happy with how everything turned out! THANK YOU SO MUCH JON!!! More...

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We had the sincere pleasure of working with Jon Skiptunis of the Market Place. I first met Jon through my role at Columbia University, where we hired him and his former company for our Graduation Ceremony reception for 700. Our school worked with him for two years, and we developed a quality relationship. During that time I came to know Jon and the exceptional care, professionalism and attention to detail he brings to his events.

We fast forward five years to when my wife and I began to plan our wedding. Jon was the first person who came to mind, and while I only had fond memories of his events, I did not know how that would translate to a wedding where we put our circles (and finances) on the table. However, our first consultation eliminated any hesitations and doubts. We were so incredibly relieved to know that we were in such good hands and that putting our wedding together with Jon was going to be such a blast.

The weeks and months rolled on from there. Jon was always in touch when necessary; we bounced ideas off of him and vise-a-verse. Jon still had great ideas and insight, from logistical nuances to venue options, showcasing his extensive experience. He was always reachable by email, text or a phone call. He helped us find our venue!

In addition to helping us find our venue and put together a beautiful ceremony, Jon executed what turned out to be an incredible menu capturing the essences of Indian, German, Mediterranean and Senegalese/West African cuisines. Five months later I still get the craving for the lamb samosas and the Jolof Rice croquettes he and his team designed for us. Jon dug and searched high and low for vendors in and around the tri-state that carried the various unique ingredients for the menu. Everything honestly tasted like home. Our families were in awe.
My wife and I have experience with event planning so working with Jon was a dream in that we were on the same page 99.99% of the time. We came in with some prior event planning experience that helped make for a smooth event but there were also things that sound better as ideas and Jon was always gentle but firm about those things that just wouldn’t work (i.e. something logistical, with the placement of tables chairs, or even with some of the menu items). That said, Jon’s approach and the attention he gives works very well for any couple including those who do not have any experience in this arena and he is well-equipped to help them design the wedding they want.

Our wedding was incredible. Our families still talk about it, our closest friends (who are always very candid and honest with us) consistently say that it was one of the best weddings they have ever attended. We could not have pulled it off without Jon. Moreover, while the event is one thing, we can’t say enough about Jon and his temperament, his experience, his sincerity. We truly trusted Jon. With the experiences my wife and I have had over the years, many caterers and event planners have given more than enough reason for us to be skeptical. Working with Jon was refreshing and an absolute pleasure. I don’t think it's common to find people in the wedding/event business who have the perfect balance of kindness, empathy, thoughtfulness on one side, and professionalism, organization, honesty on the other.

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We absolutely love this place! John is wonderful!! His fish and meat are the absolute best in the county! He is so friendly and takes the time to explain how he would prepare the food. The fish is caught locally... literally right down the street. He has a beautiful venue inside for banquets in a prime spot of West End. While we were checking out, his wonderful family came in to say hello. You can tell he is a genuine guy running a phenomenal business. COME. HERE. OR DONT...MORE FOR ME :) More...

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This place is the absolute best and John is the man. My girlfriend and I have been here multiple times, early on when it was more of a market and then later when it became more of an event hall with catering. We have been grabbing his local supply for the last couple of years and it is absolutely amazing. From the meat, to the shrimp, to the fish and everything else that he has, you are not going to find a fresher and better selection of all the best food... we have lived in the area for over 10 years and have seen many places come and go around Long Branch and the most annoying town in the world known as Asbury..We will drive the extra 20 minutes just to come here to deal with John and his beautiful operation. KEEP IT UP JOHN!!! AWESOME PLACE!!(Ps, thanks for the hors d'oeuvres) to go!!! More...

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We planned our wedding on a 4 month timeline and Jon made our vision come to life! From our first meeting we felt he was so genuinely committed to making our vision for a small, intimate wedding come true and he did not disappoint. The food was outstanding and we loved customizing our choices to include family favorites. The venue space is flexible and accommodated our band, buffet tables, and ample seating for our guests. Jon worked with our florist to coordinate our beach set up and it was stunning. All in all the day went just as we planned and we can't say enough about Jon's willingness to work with us, help us out at the drop of a hat, and make our day the special day we envisioned! More...

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The marketplace is a great venue for any kind of occasion and i know they also do events anywhere in the tristate area. I have been to several events hosted by Jon, the food and service sets the standard for what a catering company should be doing in 2018, its phenomenal.

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Disability Accommodating: Catering for weddings, outdoor venues along with indoor venue, delivers groceries and pre-made food

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Fresh Organic Country Chic Decor Clean Innovative Interesting assortment & family owned. Kosher available as well. Meat Seafood Fruit Veggies staples and dried goods. Ride your bike and have a cup of tea on the porch. Love love love it! More...

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Best way to do farm to table! Picked up the absolute freshest shrimp, shallots and garlic I needed to make a quick scampi at home for dinner and a pre-made tuna summer wrap filled with the freshest veggies for lunch the next day. The owners are so kind and accommodating, you just want to keep going back. Can't wait to watch The Marketplace take off! More...

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We're so happy to have The Marketplace in the neighborhood! The seafood is fresh, local, & delicious (sushi grade tuna steaks were awesome! ) and there's a great variety of healthy, quality prepared foods for on the go. It's an excellent place to go if you're looking for high quality foods at reasonable prices with friendly and helpful family oriented service! More...

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LOVE this place, it's about time West End! Owners John and Sondra are good people, they'll do well. Freshest meats, fish, vegetables around. Great grab and go section for lunch, cold case with prepared dinners. Check it out, you won't be disappointed! More...

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The Marketplace is a great place to host any event! Sandra and Jon are excellent caterers who are professional and on point. They will work with you to make your event exactly what you desire.Hosting my baby shower at the Marketplace was a complete success, all of the guests enjoyed the venue and the food was spectacular. They space is absolutely beautiful, open, bright, and CLEAN !! Jon and Sandra worked with me within budget to design a delectable menu which my guests loved.Thank you Jon and Sandra for making my event such a wonderful experience!! Highly recommend!! Great for any event !! Hidden gem that will make any event look and feel modern, elegant, and classy!! More...

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The Marketplace is a great place to host any event! Especially weddings, bridal showers, and wedding receptions. Jon and Sandra are excellent caterers who are extremely professional and on point. They will work with you to make your event exactly what you desire.
Hosting my baby shower at the Marketplace was a complete success, all of the guests enjoyed the venue and the food was spectacular.
They space is absolutely beautiful, open, bright, and CLEAN !! It is modern and elegant. Jon and Sandra worked within budget to design a delectable menu which my guests loved.
Thank you Jon and Sandra for making my event such a wonderful experience!! Highly recommend!! Great for all events. I look forward to working with them in the future. Wonderful, hidden gem, that will make any event look and feel elegant. More...

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First, Jon lived up to everything he said the event would be. The food was UNBELIEVABLE, the space was so gorgeous, all the details were handled perfectly and the service was so professional (they event dealt with my crazy aunt perfectly :) When we first started talking, I was very impressed with how Jon was so flexible with the packages, pricing, décor etc. .. He really made me feel like it was my special day and it was! What a great and memorable day. I would recommend this to absolutely anyone! Photos aren't ready yet but I will post when they are. More...

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Jon and his team did an amazing job catering our wedding. Every detail was thought through & communicating during what was a stressful time in planning was easy & put me at ease during the process. Not to mention the food. So good. Our guests were blown away. Then, at the end of the night, his team had packed up a bunch of food for me because they knew the bride was too busy to eat. So thoughtful. Don't hesitate to book the Marketplace for your event. They made the best day of my life so memorable & I am incredibly grateful. More...

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