Puff 'n Stuff Catering Expands to Miami with Chef Dewey LoSasso at the Helm

Puff 'n Stuff Catering, one of Florida's leading full-service catering and event companies, has expanded into Greater Miami — bringing more than four decades of experience producing standout events across the state to the South Florida market. The company has established a new commissary kitchen in Coral Gables and is now booking weddings, galas, corporate events, milestone celebrations and large-scale social functions throughout the region.

Leading the culinary program in South Florida is Chef Dewey LoSasso, a Culinary Institute of America–trained chef and member of Miami's pioneering "Mango Gang" — the group of chefs credited with defining New World Cuisine in the 1990s. Over a distinguished career spanning more than three decades, LoSasso has served as personal chef to Donatella Versace and helmed the kitchens of some of Miami's most acclaimed restaurants, including The Forge, North One 10 and Tuscan Steak, as well as New York City's Hudson Hotel. He has created dining experiences for guests including Bill Clinton, Alicia Keys, Gloria Estefan, Dwayne Johnson and Al Pacino.

"Miami has been an important part of my culinary journey, and after working in the catering business for over a decade, I'm excited to help introduce Puff 'n Stuff to this market in a meaningful way," said LoSasso. "There's an incredible energy to events here. You have to deliver outstanding food, but you also have to create an unforgettable experience. With Puff 'n Stuff, we have the culinary talent, service expertise and operational strength to do both — whether we're creating an intimate private dinner or serving hundreds of guests at a major celebration."

Since establishing its Florida roots in Tampa and Orlando more than two decades ago, Puff 'n Stuff has grown into one of the state's most established off-premise catering and events companies. The company was named Orlando Magazine's Best Caterer, earned six The Knot Best of Weddings awards and was inducted into The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame.

At the heart of the Puff 'n Stuff experience is food and beverage designed to be part of the celebration. Offerings range from butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, interactive chef bars and action stations, and elegant plated dinners to sophisticated bar programs and late-night culinary moments. Behind the scenes, chefs, captains, servers, bartenders, planners and production teams manage the full experience — from menu development and staffing to décor, tablescapes, branding, signage and service flow.

"Miami is a natural next chapter for Puff 'n Stuff," said Tracy Vessillo, president of Puff 'n Stuff Catering. "It's a dynamic market with an incredible hospitality culture, a world-class events scene and clients who value creativity and memorable experiences. We're excited to bring the level of culinary excellence, personalization and service our clients have come to expect to events throughout South Florida."

Puff 'n Stuff is now booking events throughout South Florida. Clients and event planners can connect with the team at puffnstuff.com.