Kristin with two of her fine, delicious offerings

A little history about the woman
behind the business...
Inspired Occasions offers the skill and knowledge gained from many years of experience in the hospitality business. Our specialized talents make each and every event work unique and personalized to your taste.

If you're seeking an exceptional and distinctive experience for you and your guests, Inspired Occasions is your one-stop shop for both quality and excellence.

Read more about our background below.
QuoteMenus are extensive and well thought out. Preparation is timely and presentation is flawless. Present and available throughout event, yet unobtrusive. Always delicious; freshest ingredients; and attention to detail is outstanding.
Quoteand delicious.
-- A.E., Ashburnham, Massachusetts

Kristin Makara

Kristin's training began with an Associate’s Degree obtained at the prestigious culinary school, New England Culinary Institute in Essex Junction, Vermont. After completing her degree, she worked in various restaurants across the country in a range of capacities, including Executive Chef; through this experience she has worked with a variety of cuisines. Her experience in hotels and smaller up-scale restaurants exposed her to widely diversified range of situations and clients. Following her time in commercial kitchens, she began a successful personal chef business, creating customized menus for patrons and their families, including any dietary restrictions necessary. During this time her business also provided luncheons to large corporations and their customers on a regular basis. Let Kristin's wide-ranging experience in the hospitality and culinary industries make your special event shine!