Bono's Bistro Catering

Beyond BBQ From No Ties To Bow Ties

Bono's has been catering your special events for over 60 years. We are now proud to offer Bistro Catering prepared by The Patio at Pastiche. Under the professional direction of Catering Director Debra Malinis and with the culinary expertise of the chefs at The Patio, Bono's Bistro Catering has expanded its capabilities and now produces menus that span far beyond Barbecue. There is no limit to what we can produce for your event and we ensure the highest quality cuisine as well as unmatched customer service. We look forward to having the opportunity to cater your event.

Debra Malinis

As the driving force behind the catering operation of one of the country’s most popular Bar-B-Q restaurants, Bono's Pit Bar-B-Q, Director of Catering, Debra Malinis continues to innovate and inspire the catering industry.

A catering industry expert and an ardent food enthusiast, Debra began her illustrious career at landmark Jacksonville restaurant, Biscotti’s, where she spearheaded the restaurants’ fledgling catering department, leading to its exponential growth and expansion during her 12 year tenure as Catering Director.

Solidifying her position in the catering realm as an industry trend spotter and trailblazer, Debra’s dedication and tireless pursuit to remain a step ahead of the perpetual trends and innovations of the catering industry has led to her unparalleled success and has positioned her as one of the region’s most sought after catering experts. Providing clients with holistic, turnkey catering solutions and employing a vast array of services, ranging from event planning and customized menu development, to arranging rentals, bar tending services and floral arrangements, Debra has a proven track record of providing an optimal level of creativity and customer satisfaction. Read More...

Debra’s unrivaled expertise in the catering world transcends into her role at Bono’s Pit Bar-B-Q, where she pioneered the expansion of the restaurant’s catering operation by enhancing the catering menu to include new items and unique gourmet offerings to accommodate a wide variety of events, from tailgate to black tie, including corporate functions, private parties, wedding receptions, luncheons and other large and small scale venues. She also leads the charge in the exploration of new markets to introduce the enhanced offerings and is credited with the success of the Bono’s Pit Bar-B-Q fine dining catering service component.

A philanthropist at heart, Debra Malinis has served on the Board of the American Cancer Society (ACS) for eight years. She launched the organization’s Road to Recovery Program, in which cancer patients are provided with transportation to their treatment appointments. Debra’s inspiring work has been recognized by the American Cancer Society, which has awarded her with both the prestigious A.D. Davis Award and Josephine Bryan Award. She has served as co-chair of the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraising event and is an active member of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce and the Northeast Florida Builder’s Association (NEFBA). In addition, Debra has been featured in numerous articles that have been published in the Florida Times Union, highlighting her tremendous philanthropic impact on the community as well as a feature article in The Daily Record, chronicling her accomplishments in the catering industry.

Debra currently resides in Jacksonville, Florida with her husband, Richard, Basset Hound, Abigail and cats, Milo and Hannah. She is a self proclaimed “foodie” who enjoys traveling and boating.

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Orzo Pasta Salad Beef Tenderloin Cabbage
Beef Tenderloin 1 Potatoes Au Gratin
Cheese Platter Crab Cakes Grilled Vegetable Platter
Quesadilla Shrimp
Patio at the Pastiche
For More Information on The Patio at Pastiche, please visit www.patioatpastiche.com

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10645-200 Philips Hwy.
Jacksonville, Florida 32256

Phone: 904.332.7427
Fax: 904.880.8373

Testimonials


"I could not have asked for a better experience. You and the people working with you were terrific. It makes me want to do more parties! Thank you so much for making our special occasion even more special."
Beverly Stubbs

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