Main Services
Founded in 1994 by Mr. Carlton A. Brown, Occasional Occasions by Carlton LLC has been repeatedly praised for its culinary displays, dynamic flavors, and unique table presentations. During the year 2021, Occasional Occasions by Carlton LLC and The Savory Plate LLC (founded by Christopher Fitzpatrick) worked collaboratively to provide clients with expanded services and cuisine offerings. These collaborative efforts led to the merger of these two companies. The newly formed company, Occasional Occasions Catering LLC, combines 50+ years of providing catering services to clients, corporate and private in the Atlanta Metropolitan community. Chef Carlton obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Culinary Arts Management from the Art Institute of Atlanta International School of Culinary Arts. He received “Building a High-Performance Business” certification from the Tuck School of Business at the Prestigious Dartmouth College. Chef Carlton was awarded the AGLCC Member of the Year and AGLCC Businessman of the Year from (Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. He also received the LGBT Veterans’ Business Enterprise of the Year award. Chef Carlton aired his own cooking show entitled “Cooking with Chef Carlton,” on the AIB local Atlanta TV Network. He acquired his CPCE Certification (Certified Professional Catering Executive). He has also appeared on WXIA Channel 11's “Atlanta and Company,” demonstrating several live cooking segments. Christopher is the Corporate Chef for Occasional Occasions by Carlton. Christopher graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors in Culinary Arts Management at The Art Institute of Atlanta International School of Culinary Arts. He also received a certification “Growing an Established Diverse Business” from the Tuck School of Business at the Prestigious Dartmouth College. Christopher developed his skills and passion for cooking while living in Europe and traveling throughout Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and the United States. He has over 20 years of event production and planning experience and manages Food & Beverage banqueting for a host of corporate clients. In 2024, Occasional Occasions celebrated its 30 years of hospitality service, including culinary catering, design and event planning, and its gourmet condiment line (Bon Appetit Y’all by Carlton)