The Flame Catering and Banquet Center

02/07/2025

Come together in New Bern and have Flame Catering feed you! bit.ly/TheFlameCatering

Photo: New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce

02/03/2025

Countdown to Valentine’s Day!
Get your tickets how the CUPID’S SHUFFLE VALENTINE’S DAY EXPERIENCE at The Flame Banquet Center! Come join us for a special date night featuring the Joe Brown & The Band, Flame catering, and give-aways. Info and tickets at: https://heyor.ca/SlmO36

01/30/2025

Mmmmm, did you know that today is ?! Our team knows that the key to a perfect croissant is laminating the dough – folding butter into the mixture creating multiple thin layers of butter and dough. This creates a mouth-watering flaky crust and airy pastry!

What's your favorite kind of croissant?

01/29/2025

01/29/2025

Chef Smoke and his team had an incredible time at the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Celebration & Awards Ceremony! With three chefs in the building, the event was nothing short of epic, and the food was absolutely amazing. A huge thank you to our sponsors, host sponsors, and partners: Pinch of Love Catering, Performance Food Service, and She Du2 Much LLC for joining forces with The Flame Catering to make it all happen.!!

01/29/2025

When your event calls for stations...The Flame is here for you!
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01/26/2025

This year, less stress and more celebrating!
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01/21/2025

Don't miss getting your Valentine's Day tickets for the CUPID'S SHUFFLE VALENTINE'S DAY EXPERIENCE! Come JOIN US at the Flame Banquet Center for a special date night featuring the Joe Brown & The Band, Flame catering, and give-aways. Info and tickets at https://heyor.ca/SlmO36.

01/16/2025

Let the catered charcuterie board vibes flow!
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01/15/2025

We are thrilled to be part of the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet! This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable “Foodie Event” that you won’t want to miss.

Mark your calendars for January 28, 2025, and be sure to get your tickets!

MEET THE CHEF: We are beyond excited to have not one but three chefs for our Annual Celebration with Chef Smoke taking the lead. Be sure to grab your tickets for the big event taking place Tuesday, January 28th, at The Flame.

James “Smoke “Boyd is no stranger to New Bern. Born and raised in James City, North Carolina is where he “earned his nickname “Smoke”, not realizing the calling on his life. After being exposed to cooking at Craven County Hospital he became more intrigued by the culinary craft and developed a passion for food.

Later promoted to Sous Chef at the Sheraton in the 1980’s, he learned to be a very influential chef. He quickly was promoted to Head Chef for many years. Traveling the United States to open five-star hotels, Chef Smoke was able to cultivate an understanding of regional cuisines and the impact of fresh produce. But all roads lead his heart back to New Bern.

In 1990, Chef Smoke was able to acquire The Flame Restaurant in the heart of New Bern and make it his own. He established himself as a “Grill Master” and holds this title today. But his passion was to move beyond the restaurant doors so he established The Flame Catering as a full service mobile caterer. Currently, The Flame Catering serves over seven counties in Eastern North Carolina.

Smoke has a passion for his community and finds countless ways to make an impact. Understanding the economic impact of the hospitality industry, he currently serves on the Craven County Tourism Development Authority and the New Bern Chamber of Commerce. Recently, during the aftermath of Hurricane Florence that devastated Eastern North Carolina he felt the importance of feeding his community. Daily he donated and prepared hot meals to feed anyone in need.

Having spent his childhood in the James City, he fell in love with the Neuse River and this is where he spends his free time.

Click here for information and tickets for the 2025 Annual Celebration & Awards Ceremony Tuesday, January 28th. https://business.newbernchamber.com/events/calendar/2025-01-14

01/14/2025

We’re proud to be a go-to for New Bern weddings!
'Wonderful wedding reception venue. Food was excellent. Waitstaff friendly, fast and attentive. Clean. Plenty of room. Nice lobby and bathroom areas. Plenty of parking. Convenient in town location."

01/14/2025

It's time to feel the LOVE again!
Join us at the Flame Banquet Center on Friday, February 14th for the Cupid's Shuffle: Valentine's Day Experience – featuring the Joe Brown & The Band! Enjoy food, entertainment and give-aways this Valentine's Day. Tickets at: https://heyor.ca/SlmO36

01/01/2025

Thank you for letting The Flame be a part of so many most cherished celebrations in 2024 - your joy has been our greatest reward! Wishing you and yours a 2025 filled with endless reasons to celebrate! bit.ly/TheFlameCatering

12/30/2024

As we reflect on what a great year 2024 has been, and dream about 2025, we just can't seem to shake those cozy holiday vibes! bit.ly/TheFlameCatering

12/27/2024

to this beautiful holiday wedding! It was such a sweet note for us to close the 2024 wedding catering season on!

12/25/2024

Chef Smoke extends warmest wishes to you and your family for a joyous holiday season….From our family to yours. Merry Christmas

12/25/2024

The magic of Christmas is everywhere in our beautiful community of New Bern today – from the decorated storefronts to the neighbors helping neighbors. Here's to the spirit of giving and kindness that makes this season so special. From the Flame family to yours, Merry Christmas!

12/24/2024

The Flame kitchen is filled with the magical scents of the holiday season! Whether it's cookies baking, cinnamon, pine, or something else – what's your favorite holiday aroma?