As You Like It...
catering & event planning
Jan Whitton
Director
A Raleigh native, Jan has had over 25 years in the restaurant and catering industry. She grew up in her family's Raleigh Italian Restaurant, Amedeo's, which began with 8 barstools in 1963 and today seats over 150.
Being raised among many talented family cooks - her Mother, Elizabeth "Betty"DeAngelis, and her Grandmother, Josephine "Nana D" DeAngelis, gave her much of the culinary background for her cooking skills. Sometimes they measured... sometimes they did not... but in the end, whatever they made was the best thing you'd ever put in your mouth! Her Mother, Betty, had the most talent and experience of the whole clan. What ever the current situation, she would always reassure those concerned that she was "once a whatever", meaning she had once upon a time assumed the (untrue) role of the proffession at hand, and knew what she was talking about, so because of that, you'd all better listen!
Her Father, Amedeo DeAngelis, gave her the necessary skills and experience for the business end, and the rest of the family( the Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Second Cousins, Etc)., always being "in the know", passed along a wealth of knowlege (true or untrue) to balance it all out. We have all "been there, done that)!
Her family's love for providing great meals and entertaining company has provided her with the inspiration to once again, open her own business to serve the public.
"Live, Love Laugh"...
"My passion is dedicated to my Mom , Elizabeth Jane DeAngelis. My perserverance is dedicated to my Husband, Children and Family, who make life all worth while".
-jan deangelis whitton
Our Goal
Every occasion is a unique opportunity to create life-long memories and our specialty is a combined commitment to culinary artistry and abundant southern hospitality.
Our vision is to classically prepare each meal with the highest quality, local products whenever possible and serve with tasteful elegance.
As Yotu Like It offers customized menus for each event. Because we create e verything from scratch we can alter any dish to suit your needs, diets, or themes. We offer menus to give you an idea of the types of food we prepare, however, keep in mind these menus are only suggestions. You can mix and match these menus in any way or we would be happy to create additional menus at any time to suit your needs, themes and budgets.
We welcome your requests or suggestions and we will gladly accommodate any speciality items you need to add to the festivities.
From small cozy gatherings to large corporate events, it’s food, service and hospitality at its best!
We provide the best food, the most professional service and southern friendliness you expect. We welcome your requests or suggestions and we will gladly accommodate any speciality items you need to add to the festivities.
We Promise...
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To provide the finest quality food to our clients and guests
• To provide solutions to our clients, over problems or concerns - To provide customer service above and beyond what is expected
- To make every event we cater special for our clients