A Milestone Worth Savoring: Celebrating the Launch of JAM Hospitality Group

 

On a golden (and very hot) summer evening at Curtis Arboretum, we gathered with industry friends, creative partners, and the full JAM team to raise a glass to something that’s been years in the making: the official launch of Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group.

This wasn’t just about a name change. It was a turning point—a moment to reflect on where we started, celebrate how far we’ve come, and express deep gratitude to the people who made it possible.

What began as a student-run catering concept in 1978 has grown into a hospitality group serving hundreds of clients across 17 exclusive venues, with services that now include planning, florals, rentals, venue operations, and more. For 45 years, JAM has evolved with care and intention. This night honored that journey—and everyone who helped shape it.

So we threw the kind of event we love to create for others.

An Evening Under the Tuscan Sun

We built this event the way we build every JAM celebration—with a clear vision, a strong team, and attention to every last detail.

While we were very much in Pennsylvania, the inspiration came straight from Tuscany. We wanted the evening to feel like a garden gathering at a countryside villa—herbs on the table, spritz in hand, music in the air, and plenty of incredible food to go around. That feeling showed up everywhere: potted herbs in woven baskets, soft natural textures layered across lounges and tables, earthy tones, and thoughtful styling that made the space feel warm, relaxed, and inviting.

The Menu

The food told the same story. Our chefs designed a menu rooted in Italian flavor, seasonal ingredients, and playful presentation. Welcome Beverages

  • Cucumber Mint Water
  • Strawberry Cantaloupe Water
  • Lavender Lemonade

The Bar

  • Spritz Italia Cart
  • Lemon Sage Seltzer (Mocktail)
  • Martini Lounge:
    • Lemon Drop Martini
    • Espresso Martini
    • Dirty Martini with blue cheese stuffed olive

Stationary Hors d’Oeuvres

  • La Tavola Rustica – cured meats, cheeses, grilled vegetables, pesto mozzarella, rosemary flatbreads, sourdough, fruits, and marinated olives

Butlered Hors d’Oeuvres

  • The Love Note – Asian pear, chevre, shallots, phyllo
  • Scallops Wrapped in Bacon – horseradish mayo
  • Crispy Sage Mushroom Bites – ginger soy dip
  • Red Beet Hummus Croustade – rye cracker, fennel sprig
  • Fresh Mozzarella Tartlets – sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, basil
  • Baby Lamb Chops – dijon herb crust
  • Polpette con Pesto – cocktail meatballs, Sunday gravy, mint pesto, pecorino
  • Salt & Pepper Calamari – jalapeños, sea salt
  • Eggplant Crisps – whipped cauliflower, tomato confit, mint
  • Poached Cocktail Shrimp – classic cocktail sauce
  • A Hot Date in Nashville – medjool date, spicy goat cheese, potato chip, hot honey
  • Baby Avocado Toasts – radish, apple, mint

Chef-Manned Stations

  • La Prosciutteria – thin-sliced prosciutto with summer melons, grilled asparagus, fig glaze, whipped ricotta, garden pesto, and sliced baguette
  • The Roasted Garden – whole vegetables grilled, stuffed, and carved to order with house-made accompaniments
  • Uncle Toni’s Pasta Bar – rigatoni bolognese and campanelle primavera with shaved parmesan, cracked black pepper, fresh basil, and mini breadsticks
  • Tuscan Carving
    • Montepulciano-braised beef shank with country polenta, glazed vegetables, and Tuscan red wine sauce
    • Pignoli-stuffed pork loin with lemon mustard sweet potatoes and apricot chutney

Dessert

  • Gelato & Affogato Cart – 8 house-churned flavors served in mini mason jars with toppings like hazelnut praline, shaved chocolate, pistachios, candied citrus, and freshly pulled espresso
  • The Roving Cannoli Cart – mini cannoli made to order and dipped in chocolate chips, toasted coconut, or pistachios
  • Sparrow Monogrammed Cookies
  • Chocolate Biscotti – coconut, white chocolate
  • Sundried Tomato Biscotti – fennel seed, parmesan

With Gratitude to Our Creative Partners

This celebration was a reflection of everything JAM stands for—thoughtful desi

gn, warm hospitality, and unforgettable experiences—and it simply wouldn’t have come to life without the creativity, talent, and collaboration of our event partners. These professionals took our coastal Italian vision and made it feel effortless, elegant, and entirely us.

Here’s to 45 years of JAM—and to a future filled with unforgettable experiences!


With deep gratitude,


The JAM Hospitality Team

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