Messina's Catering and Events

06/18/2026

Messina's Catering & Events has been named a winner in the Best Independent Caterer category and Messina's at the Terminal has been named a winner in the Best Event & Meeting Facility category by the New Orleans CityBusiness Reader Rankings 2026!

To be recognized in both categories is a tremendous honor. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who voted!

06/17/2026

65 years and still going strong. 💛 Messina’s Catering & Events has been recognized in this month’s New Orleans CityBusiness Magazine in the “In The Lead” section, spotlighting the city’s Best Legacy Businesses of 2026.

Since June 1961, when George Messina’s grandfather and father opened a restaurant, our family has been driven by a mission of outstanding guest experiences, culinary innovation, and exceptional service. That mission still stands today, and being recognized alongside the city’s most enduring businesses is an honor we do not take lightly.

Thank you, New Orleans CityBusiness. And thank you to every client, guest, and partner who has been part of our story over the last 65 years. 💛

06/16/2026

This is what Messina’s hospitality looks like. 🍽️✨

From the first passed bite to the last course of the evening — our team is there, smiling, serving, and making sure every guest feels taken care of. That’s the Messina’s difference.

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

This one is worth a watch. ✨✈️

LPB’s Johnny Atkinson takes us on a tour of the historic New Orleans Lakefront Airport — from its celebrated opening in 1934 as the “Air Terminal of Tomorrow,” to its years as a nuclear fallout shelter, through the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, and into its beautiful restoration today. The historic Art Deco artwork and architecture have been uncovered and preserved for all to enjoy — and George Messina shares why this one-of-a-kind building makes such an extraordinary setting for events.

Messina's Runway Cafe and Messina's at the Terminal are proud to call this landmark home!

Opening in 1934, New Orleans' Lakefront Airport was widely celebrat...

06/14/2026

Happy Birthday to Debbie Arostegui, our Office Assistant at Messina’s Catering & Events! 🎂

Debbie’s warmth, reliability, and attention to detail help keep our team running smoothly every single day. We are so grateful to have her and want to wish her the most wonderful birthday!

Join us in celebrating Debbie! 💛

06/13/2026

The former New Orleans City Hall. Now the backdrop for some of the most extraordinary events in the city. ✨

Messina’s Catering & Events has been honored to bring our food and hospitality to Gallier Hall for weddings, corporate events, and everything in between. Nearly 170 years of history, antique furnishings, and elaborate chandeliers — the kind of setting that makes every occasion feel significant. We love being part of events in spaces this special!

06/11/2026

Messina’s Catering & Events is heading to the Foodie Feast: Louisiana Seafood Cookoff Edition, presented by Visit Jefferson Parish! 🦞✨

Local chefs will go head-to-head competing to be crowned the next King or Queen of Louisiana Seafood, all while guests sip, sample, and taste their way through bites from some of the area’s best local restaurants and caterers. We are so excited to be part of this one and would love your support!

Friday, June 26 from 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM at the Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center

Purchase tickets online: www.visitjeffersonparish.com/restaurants/lasc

06/09/2026

Happy Birthday to Dana Dilworth, our Manager at the Alario Center! 🎂

Dana's dedication, leadership, and commitment to delivering an exceptional experience for every guest make a difference every single day. We are so grateful to have her on the Messina's team. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead, Dana!

Join us in celebrating Dana! 🎉🎈