Banquet Room Wedding
Pre-function space
Staircase at the Culinary Conference Center

Weddings that celebrate your vision

At the Culinary Conference Center we provide you with unsurpassed elegance and service to help make your special day one you will remember long after the bride has thrown her bouquet. With amenities that rival those of a five star hotel, the Culinary Conference Center has become the premier wedding banquet hall in Jersey City.

We are currently offering wedding package starting at $79 per guest. An exceptional value that provides everything you could possibly want:

  • Cocktail reception
  • 4 courses
  • 4-hour open bar

The Culinary Center also offers a host of other services and related events to enhance your wedding experience.

To reserve a date or speak with our sales manager, please contact us at (201) 360-5300 or fill out the form above today. Consultations are free!

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The Aficianado

Wedding Package $79*, 4 hour event, 50 guest minimum 

1 Hour Cocktail Reception

  • A selection of Cheese and Fruit, accompanied by Olive Hummus, Red Pepper Artichoke Dip, Grilled Flatbread, Pita and Crackers
  • Seasonal Fresh Vegetable Display
  • Batonnet Cut Garden Vegetables: Carrots, Celery, Cucumber, Bell Pepper and includes Broccoli Florets, Radish, and Grape Tomatoes served with the Chef's selection of Seasonal Dips
  • Grilled Flat Bread Pizza Station
  • Whole Grain Flatbread, Roasted Tomato, Sweet Onion, Fresh Herb, Low Fat Cheese
  • Garlic Flatbread, Roasted Pepper, Honey Ham, Smoked Mozzarella Cheese
  • Organic Caesar Salad
  • Organic Romaine, Parmesan Cheese, Grape Tomato, Rosemary Focaccia
  • Organic Caesar Dressing
  • Italian Pasta Station
  • Tri Color Tortellini, Roasted Madeira Mushrooms, Sweet Peas, Alfredo Sauce
  • Cavatelli Pasta, Fresh Tomato Marinara, Mini Meatballs, Shaved Parmesan
  • Herb Garlic Knots
  • Balsamic Grilled Chicken, Rosemary Yukon Potatoes, Portobello Mushrooms, Tricolor Peppers, Zucchini
  • Orange Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin, Ginger Jasmine Rice, Julienne Vegetables plus $3/person
  • Grilled Seafood Kabobs, Vegetable Basmati Rice, Black Eyed Peas plus $4/person
  • Lime Marinated Hanger Steak, Yucca Fries, Garlic Green Beans plus $5/person
  • Basic Wedding Sheet Cake
  • Coffee, Decaf, Mighty Leaf Tea Service

4 hour Open Bar, including:

  • Standard Vodka, Gin, Rum, Tequila, Whiskey, Scotch, Triple Sec
  • Sweet and Dry Vermouth
  • Imported & Domestic Beer and Wine
  • All Mixers and Ice
  • Assorted Coca Cola Soft Drinks

Add a Signature Ice Carving, starting at $275

Add a Top Shelf Open Bar $13.75

Upgraded bar will add Top Shelf Liquors: Grey Goose, Kettle One, Crown Royal, and Johnny Walker Black


*Plus local taxes and 20% service fee 


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The Connoisseur

Wedding Package $99*, 4.5 hour event, 50 guest minimum 

1 Hour Cocktail Reception

  • Grilled Lime Shrimp Cocktail Shooters, Cilantro Avocado Cream
  • Sweet Onion, Zucchini Frittata, Sun-dried Tomato Spread
  • Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato Spoon, Red Onion Mayonnaise
  • Mint Roasted Pineapple Salsa, Cinnamon Crisp
  • Teriyaki Chicken Skewers,Orange Chili Sauce
  • Turkey Cheddar Cheese Slider, Chipotle Ketchup
  • Strawberry Almond Baked Brie
  • Roasted Red Pepper and Pignoli Nut Fondue
  • Served with Artisan Bread and Grapes
  • Batonnet Cut Garden Vegetables: Carrots, Celery, Cucumber, Bell Pepper
  • Includes Grilled Zucchini, Summer Squash, Sweet Potato, Portobello Mushroom, Served with the Chef's Selection of Seasonal Dips
  • Fresh Penne Pasta, Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce, Roasted Plum Tomato, Basil
  • Asiago Cheese
  • Garlic Flatbread, Smoked Mozzarella Cheese
  • Champagne Toast or Sparkling Cider

Signature Salads (choose 1)

  • Organic Greens, Bleu Cheese, Marinated Vegetables, Tomato Crackers, Organic Tarragon French Vinaigrette
  • Organic Spinach, Fresh Berries, Candied Almonds, Cinnamon Croutons, Organic Raspberry Vinaigrette

Choose 2 options or 1 Duet Entree

  • West Indies Spiced Local Mahi Mahi, Gilled Pineapple Relish
  • Horseradish Crusted New York Sirloin Medallions, Rosemary Mushroom Au Jus
  • Pan Seared Wild Salmon, Dill Cucumber, Heirloom Tomato Relish
  • Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast, Shallot Port Reduction
  • Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Dijon Caper Sauce plus $3/person
  • Shrimp Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp, White Wine, Lemon Butter plus $3/person
  • Pan Seared Chicken Breast Marsala Wine Sauce
  • Grilled Turkey Tenderloin Medallions, Orange Chili Glaze
  • Basic Wedding Sheet Cake
  • Chef's Selection of Miniature Desserts (Per Table)
  • Coffee, Decaf, Mighty Leaf Tea Service

4.5 Hour Open Bar including:

  • Standard Vodka, Gin, Rum, Tequila, Whiskey, Scotch, Triple Sec
  • Sweet and Dry Vermouth
  • Imported & Domestic Beer and Wine
  • All Mixers and Ice
  • Assorted Coca Cola Soft Drinks

Add a Signature Ice Carving, starting at $275

Add a Top Shelf Open Bar $13.75

Upgraded bar will add Top Shelf Liquors: Grey Goose, Kettle One, Crown Royal, and Johnny Walker Black


*Plus local taxes and 20% service fee

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The Gourmand

Wedding Package $129*, 4.5 hour event, 50 guest minimum 

1 Hour Cocktail Reception

  • Shrimp "Bloody Caesar" Shooters, Parsley Cream
  • Mushroom Herb Muffin, Tomato Mascarpone
  • Grilled Portobello Caponata, Rosemary Toast
  • Teriyaki Glazed Beef Satay, Red Curry Sauce
  • Strawberry Gorgonzola Cheese tarts
  • Pulled Pork Slider, Chipotle Cheddar Cheese
  • Lump Crab Cakes, Lemon Chive Aioli
  • New York State Goat Cheese, Wisconsin Cheddars, French Brie, Saga Bleu, Dutch Gouda Wheel, Accompanied with Flat Breads, Toasted French Baguette and Seasonal Fruit
  • BBQ Grilled Turkey Breast & Smoked Beef Brisket Carving Station
  • Vegetable Slaw, Accompanied by Sweet Pepper, Tomato Spread and Honey Pretzel Rolls
  • Batonnet Cut Garden vegetables: Carrots, Celery, Cucumber, Bell Pepper and includes Grilled Zucchini, Summer Squash, Sweet Potato, Portobello Mushroom, served with the Chef's selection of seasonal Dips
  • Assorted Tortilla Chips served with Mexican Cheese Fondue, Pulled Chicken Thighs, Guacamole, Salsa, Black Olives, Jalapeno peppers, Sour Cream, Vegetarian Refried Beans

Champagne Toast or Sparkling Cider

Signature Salads (Choose 1)

  • Organic Field Greens, Local Berries, Truffle Cheese, Multigrain Toast, Vanilla Bean - Sparkling Wine Vinaigrette
  • Organic Iceberg Wedge, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Vermont Cheddar, Roasted Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion Dressing
  • Organic Arugula, Radicchio, White Bean, Marinated Olives, Grilled Calamari, Prosciutto, Italian Cheese, Focaccia Crisp, Lemon Roasted Garlic Viniagrette
  • Lemon Pepper Grilled Seafood off Skewer, Zucchini Salad
  • Rosemary Tenderloin Medallions, Madeira Peppercorn Gravy
  • Stuffed Atlantic Surf Clams, Lemon Oregano Crust
  • Spinach Tomato Strudel, Fresh Tomato Juice
  • Dijon Crusted Lamb Chops, Thyme Au Jus* plus $3/person
  • Basil Seared Sea Scallops, Arugula Shallot Butter* plus $3/person
  • Turkey Osso Bucco, Sage Wine Sauce
  • Yuzu Marinated Hanger Steak, Orange Soy Glaze
  • Lump Crab Meat Stuffed Portobello, Port Wine Reduction

All entrees come with chef's selection of vegetable and starch

  • Basic Wedding Sheet Cake
  • Chef's Selection of Miniature Desserts (Per Table)
  • Coffee, Decaf, Mighty Leaf Tea Service

4.5 Hour Open Bar including:

  • Standard Vodka, Gin, Rum, Tequila, Whiskey, Scotch, Triple Sec
  • Sweet and Dry Vermouth
  • Imported & Domestic Beer and Wine
  • All Mixers and Ice
  • Assorted Coca Cola Soft Drinks

Add a Signature Ice Carving, starting at $275

Add a Top Shelf Open Bar $13.75

Upgraded bar will add Top Shelf Liquors: Grey Goose, Kettle One, Crown Royal, and Johnny Walker Black


*Plus local taxes and 20% service fee

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Additions for Your Occasion

Your Event Coordinator will be happy to prepare a personalized proposal just for you

Items marked with an * carry an additional charge of $125 for station attendants


  • Assorted Italian Cheeses, Prosciutto Ham, Salami, Sopressata, Accompanied with Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Skewers, Bruschetta
  • Local Oysters, Clams on Half Shell, Steamed Crab Claws, Colossal Shrimp
  • Classic Cocktail Sauce, Champagne Mignonette

  • Angus Beef Burgers, Mushroom Burgers, Pulled Pork, Turkey Burgers
  • served with Hand Cut Fries, Onion Ketchup, Herb Mustard
  • Vegetable Stir Fry, over Jasmine Rice with Julienned Chicken option
  • Assorted Steamed or Fried Dumplings, Accompanied with Sweet Chili Sauce, Ginger Soy Sauce
  • French Cut Turkey Breast
  • Loin of Pork
  • Prime Rib

All accompaniments included

  • Shrimp Sugar Cane with Orange Glaze plus $4/person
  • Beef Wellington with Horseradish Crème plus $4/person
  • Spicy Tuna Poke with Black Sesame Sea Salt plus $4/person
  • Teriyaki Chicken Satay, Cashew Sauce plus $2/person
  • Sushi Rolls plus $5/person
  • Smoked Salmon Mousse with Cucumber Dill Cup plus $5/person
  • Miniature Quiche plus $2/person

  • Chocolate Dipped Strawberries / Biscotti, $5/person
  • Espresso $2/ Cappuccino $3
  • Crepe plus $3.5/person*
  • Fresh Fruit Crepes to order, Gran Gala Whipped Cream
  • Ice Cream Bar plus $4/person*
  • Chocolate & Vanilla Ice Cream Served
  • Sundae Toppings Including Sprinkles, Maraschino Cherries, Oreos, Wet Walnuts, Chocolate Syrup, Whipped Cream
  • Viennese Station plus $6/person*
  • Fresh Fruit & Berries, Italian Pastries, Assorted Cakes
  • Cordial and Cognac Selections plus $6/person
  • Charged on Consumption
  • Imported Beer plus $2/person

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Pre-function space, 1st floor

Pre-function space, view of bar area

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1st Floor - Pre-function space

The pre-function space includes a full bar at one end and street-level windows at the other. The space can serve as:

  • A bar
  • A lounge
  • A pre-function space for the adjacent banquet room
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Pre-function space, 1st floor

Banquet room

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1st Floor - Banquet room

The banquet room is a flexible space that can be divided if desired. The banquet room features:

  • Restaurant-quality decor
  • Adjacdent pre-function space
  • Street-level windows