Silvia Cubina, Executive Director and Chief Curator, Bass Museum of Art
“Last year, we thought we could never top what we did and we managed to. Amazing! Thank you for all your hard work!”
Lory & Joseph Horn
Munisha Underhill
“I wanted to thank you all for the outstanding job at the Bellissima Gala. Your work, your professionalism, your kindness and your genius amaze me every time. You are the BEST that exists. Friday’s Gala was exquisite in every way. Fort Lauderdale has never seen anything like it! The food was delicious and I thank you for working with us on every level to make it a smashing success. The creative design blew everyone away – please thank Ignacio for the talent he lent to the event as well. The photos are stunning and I will send them your way tomorrow when I go to the museum for my last meeting :)”
Mrs. Jones
“We recently had a destination wedding at Vizcaya in Miami, Florida. With the help of the event planner and caterer Jorge Castillo of Le Basque it turned out to be one of the finest events that I have ever attended. A friend whom had formerly worked with you sang your praises and recommended you. We currently live out-of-state, but previously lived in Fort Lauderdale and thought that Vizcaya would be a beautiful setting for a destination wedding. We met with Jorge about six months prior to the event to plan the menu for the reception and dinner and table setting and oh yes, a welcoming drink. He also planned the flowers and candles. The weekend weather forecast was for storms. Fortunately, the weather finally cooperated. The outdoor wedding was held on the mound and was absolutely beautiful. Candles and lighting enhanced the effect of an already beautiful Vizcaya. The cocktail hour in the atrium was magnificent. Finally, the dinner in a clear tent with beautiful table settings and chandeliers overlooking Biscayne Bay completed the evening. The food was magnificent and served by a superb wait staff. I am the mother of the groom and was involved in the planning of this wedding for 18 months. Jorge was absolutely instrumental in achieving the elegance of the entire affair. I highly recommend Jorge Castillo and Le Basque to create an amazing exquisite affair. “
Bonnie Clearwater, MOCA
“I am so very appreciative of your outstanding work. Everyone was so impressed with the event.”
Susan Fulton-Arregui, MOCA
“If this were the 1700’s, we would write a song about you, name a mountain after you, or several children. As it is we will just have to name a drink after you. We can definitely attribute part of POP LOVE’s success to you and you and you! You really helped make the party at MOCA great. 10,000,000 thanks.”
Susan Zarkin, MOCA
“It is very comfortable for me to interact with everyone from Le Basque – you always convey the assurance that there is no challenge or task beyond your ability.”
SUZANNE DELEHANTY, MAM
Rudy Kranys
“I just wanted you to know that we had a magnificent evening. I’ve had other events at my home catered by great chefs. None were better than this. The staff was great, the food was great. They made the whole process effortless for me and my guests. When they left, you couldn’t tell that they had been there. All the serving ware was washed, dried and put in place. The housekeeper commented this morning that they were the best ever in term of how clean everything was after the event. It matched the event. It could not have been better. Please express my appreciation for their professionalism and attention to detail. If there are websites or other options for voicing my opinion to your advantage, please let me know. I’ll be happy to let everyone know how wonderful it was. Thank you again.”
Joey Quigley
“You guys are fantastic. What a great event we put on! I really have to thank you for your attentiveness, coolness under pressure, and just all-out professionalism. I am happy to recommend you to anyone that asks! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!”
Fairchild Gala Committee 2005
“We can’t possibly thank you enough! We are so eternally grateful. Congratulations on your huge success with Gala. It was phenomenal!!!”
Denise Courshon, Florida Grand Opera
“I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and Le Basque on behalf of Florida Grand Opera for helping create an exquisite ambiance for this year’s Crown Jewel Society Dinner at the Varela home that was perfect in every way.”
Delphine Saltiel, HERMÈS, Départment Relations Publiques, Paris
“Me voilà de retour à Paris après ce joyeux sèjour à Miami. Je voulais vous remercier pour le délicieux dîner-buffet que vous avez prèparè: c’était délicieux et très raffiné. Je garde un souvenir tout particulier du buffet de fromages et figues fraîches: j’en parle encore…”
Dolores Smithies, Sotheby’s Public Relations
Emilia Fanjul, Emilia Fanjul Communications
“Thank you so much for the amazing job you did for us at the Carolina Herrera event. You went above and beyond the call of duty and I truly appreciate it.”
Christy Cartaya, The Agency
“Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts for all you did for us on the most important day of our lives – everyone is still talking about it. Everything was perfect and we owe it all to you. Thank you!”
Melissa Chaykin, Miami City Ballet
“Our guests could not stop talking about the delicious tapas you provided. Le Basque really made a wonderful impact on our friends that day, and helped us bring the beauty of Miami City Ballet to the forefront of our community.”
Debbie Longenecker, Gary Player Group
“I just wanted to say thank you to you and your staff…I have never heard so many compliments about tthe food at our event. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The tables looked great and the service was unbelievable”
Steven Kolb, Diffa Pink Umbrellas
Isidora Wilke, 1998 Pink and Blue Gala Chair
“The 1998 Pink and Blue Gala was a great success! Thanks to your tremendous talent and tasteful concepts the Ball Room at the Inter-Continental Hotel looked very elegant. We have received nothing but praise! The area of the Art and Antiques exhibit with more than three million dollars worth of treasures was a challenge, and you managed to give it the look of “Grand Palais” in Paris.
Margaret O’Donnell
“…Words Fail. It was more than spectacular. Truly magical! Many, many thanks for a memorable setting and presentation.”
Stever Werner Jr.
“I wanted to thank you again for the perfect Thanksgiving. It was the best yet. Every detail was attended to – really first class.”
Ricardo Eichenwald
“You and your team are an example of professionalism, good taste, courtesy and efficiency. On behalf of my family and myself (and as per all guest comments), Thank you very much.”
Diane Sepler
“Fantastic—-Fantastic—-Fantastic!!!!!! What a lunch and dinner. They were both the epitome of gastronomical excellence. My guests were so impressed! Thank you so much for truly beautiful parties – I loved the experience. You’re the best. Thank you to all.”
Pamela Cole
“How can I possibly thank you for the spectacular job you did last night. The food, the setting, the tables, everything you touched turned to gold. My phone has been ringing off the hook truly with thousands of compliments for you, Ian , your staff, and everyone.”
Ana Massa
Turnberry Ocean Colony
“It would be a bit of an understatement to say things at the Turnberry Ocean Colony Groundbreaking Fete went merely all right. I am most aware of the difficulties you faced and the most hectic and demanding conditions that you encountered. Through it all, however, you were a rock in the eddying currents, and I want to tell you personally how much I appreciate- and I know the Soffer family does as well-your patience, diligence and perseverence during the challenging times leading up to, effecting and carrying out the event. You dealt with the typical and atypical hurdles and obstacles with resolve and confidence and you have done a stellar job!”
Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa
“This past Friday night was indeed something very special for the Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa. It was truly an evening that will be remembered for many years to come. We especially want to thank you for all you did. We could not have done it without your involvement and creativity in making the decor so incredible. Guests were commenting the entire evening.”
Lourdes Jofre-Collett
“To all the Le Basque team: Bravo! Bravo! it was a wonderful, magical night thanks to you.”
Ilona and Chad Oppenheim
“Thank you so much for making all of our dreams come true. It is incredibly exciting to work with someone who shares our passion for beauty and our desires of delicacies. Your creativity and devotion to excellence were greatly appreciated and enjoyed. Fantasizing with you over every detail for the series of events was truly a delight. Your unique vision transcended our greatest expectations.”
Michelle Cortright, Hogan
“I just wanted to thank you for such a wonderful event. You were a pleasure to work with, and everything was amazing!”
Karia Azen
Peter Coffin Gardner
“Thank you. Thank you. You both and your entire team made the wedding a tremendous success and I know Courtney and James will both always have fond memories of!”
Luly Duke
“Tony, Lulita, John, and I can not thank you enough for making Lulita and John’s wedding a tremendous success. Through your cuisine and creative decorations, you were really able to bring to life a great part of our culture and heritage. Your team of professionals, and all your chefs made it a joyous family gathering.”
Ileana Garcia
“Where do I begin thanking you for your incredible services on Saturday? We are still in AWE of Le Basque. Your attention to detail was absolutely wonderful. The staff could not have been nicer or more professional. The set-up (those bars!) was amazing. The food was superb…You were amazing!”
Michele Barouh Erez
“I am still getting phone calls about how wonderful all of the food at the wedding was. Thank you so much for all your hard work that helped make the night so perfect!”
Stuart Cauff
“Where shall I begin? Because of your incredible and extraordinary efforts, we had the most amazing party. As usual, all of the food was superb and thoroughly enjoyed and commented upon by all my guests. The staff outdid themselves and could not have been more gracious and accomodating. Because of your efforts and superb execution, our Birthday Celebration will be the talk of every guest for a long time to come.”
Harvey Abikoff
Christina Romano
“This note is long overdue…Thank you for making my wedding the most perfect evening for me, my husband, and all my guests. Everyone thought it was the best wedding they had ever been to! Thanks to you and Eric!”
Miriam Tauber
“I want to thank you and many thanks to Chef Martin and his staff. They put a lot of effort to the success of both evenings. It was a pleasure to have them here.”
Mr. and Mrs. Conner
“How can we ever adequately thank you for the incredible job you did for our rehearsal dinner, then for the breathtakingly beautiful Vizcaya reception. Your expertise in all aspects of planning was exactly what we needed since we did not have any experience with anyone in Florida. Your staff was the absolute best in efficiency, decorum, and just plain “good manners” to all involved. We will forever be grateful to you for the delicious menues you planned that our friends are still commenting on. So many thanks. I just wish you were here in Houston!”