The experience of Cali's West Catering spans decades. Renowned for our unparalleled service and extraordinary food, no Wedding is too small or too large for our professional staff. Cali's West Catering, in Erie, PA, is an affiliate of Calamari's Squid Row, which has been independently owned and operated by Jay & Marci Honard at 1317 State Street, since 1996. Established to meet the needs of our clientele, there is no doubt that we will make your event a memorable experience. We have catered thousands of Weddings, and pride ourselves on our accessibility, flexibility and ability to exceed the expectations of our guests.

Growing up in Wyoming County, the heart of New York’s dairy & farming industry, Josh has a real appreciation for fresh food products. His family’s restaurants and their farms sparked a passion for carefully choosing sources of food. Josh’s dedication to sourcing and using the best fresh and local products is evident in his cooking. Josh went to culinary school at Johnson & Wales University in North Miami. He took the skills he learned from working in his family and other local restaurants and continued to develop them at J&W. After culinary school, Josh came back to Western New York and opened a catering business.

At The Smoking Bar, we pride ourselves on crafting unique and flavorful cocktails and food that elevate your drinking experience. Our journey began with a passion for mixology and cooking, and we continue to innovate and inspire with every drink and dish we serve.

Underdog BBQ is a local and woman-owned restaurant located in Erie, PA that has been in operation for over two years. We offer more than just barbeque and love to get creative with non-traditional smoked options. Our scratch kitchen produces top notch quality food and flavors that are sure to please the crowd.

Through food, we tell stories of who we are. Food brings us together in the spirit of generosity and love, and I believe one must always cook and serve with soul, creativity, and love. It has been a blessing that I have been able to pursue a career that creates a product that brings people together. Born and raised in Alexandria, Egypt, I grew up influenced by a long line of home cooks, including my mother and grandmother. I have especially fond memories of cooking alongside a family in my childhood.