Essential Gardens

About

Hi, I’m Atiyya Johnson — chef, food artist, and founder of Essential Gardens. Cooking is more than a profession for me; it’s a passion rooted in love, creativity, and excellence. Every dish I prepare is a reflection of my commitment to quality, flavor, and presentation.

Working with me means more than just booking a catering service — it’s an experience. I focus on personalized menus, fresh ingredients, and flawless execution. I listen to your needs, bring your vision to life, and handle every event with care, whether it’s a cozy backyard gathering, elegant wedding, or high-end corporate affair.

What sets me apart is my attention to detail and my ability to create meals that not only taste incredible but leave a lasting impression. I believe food should be as beautiful as it is delicious, and I bring that philosophy to every platter, table, and event.

At Essential Gardens, I’m not just serving food — I’m crafting moments that people remember. When you work with me, you’re getting a partner who genuinely cares about making your event special.

Highlights

4 employees

Serves Williamstown, NJ

Specialties

Level of service

Standard (basic ingredients), Premium (high end ingredients)

Additional services

Dessert, Non-alcoholic drinks, Coffee or tea

Meal(s)

Breakfast or brunch, Lunch, Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres, Dinner

Kitchen onsite

Full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils), Partial kitchen (fridge and sink only), No kitchen

Serving style

Plated meal, Buffet, Food stations, Family style, Small bites/Passed appetizers

Event type

Wedding, Birthday or anniversary party, Dinner party, Corporate event, Bridal or baby shower, Graduation party, Outdoor event, Holiday party, School event, Fundraiser, Funeral

Venue type

Banquet hall or ballroom, Conference or convention center, Concert hall, Outdoor venue, Office, School, Home, Community center, Religious or spiritual space, Barn

Full service or drop-off

Full service, Drop off only

Guest count

Fewer than 20 guests, 20 – 29 guests, 30 – 39 guests, 40 – 49 guests, 50 – 59 guests, 60 – 69 guests, 70 – 79 guests, 80 – 89 guests, 90 – 99 guests, 100 – 124 guests, 125 – 149 guests, 150 – 200 guests

Budget per person

Under $15 (typically basic food for casual events), $15 – $25 (typically basic food for casual events), $25 – $35 (typically basic food for casual events), $35 – $50, $50 – $75 (wedding avg.), $75 – $100 (wedding avg.), $100 – $150, More than $150, Customer isn't sure about budget

Cuisine(s)

American - casual, American - formal, Italian, Barbecue, Mexican or Latin American, American - Southern, Asian, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern, French, Vegan, Indian

Additional supplies needed

Plates, utensils and glasses, Disposable plates, utensils, and cups, Paper napkins, Cloth napkins, Serving and warming equipment, Table décor

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Services offered

Catering

Personal Chef