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The Planner
No. 01
Ismael Joachim
Co-founder · Operations
Ismael keeps the kitchen running on event days — sourcing, scheduling, and making sure every chafing dish arrives hot, on time, every time.
Delicious Moments · Perfectly Served
Catering that tastes
like a love letter.
From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations — DP&L brings authentic Haitian-Caribbean flavors and warm hospitality to every plate. Weddings, birthdays, corporate, or just because.
12+
Years cooking
200
Events served
3.6
Avg. rating
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Our Story
Family recipes,
served with heart.
DP&L Catering began in Darling Joachim's kitchen — recipes passed down from her mother, refined over decades. Today, alongside her sons Gregory & Ismael, the family caters intimate parties and grand celebrations across the region.
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GJ
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The Joachim family
Founders & head cooks
Quality Food
Sourced locally, prepped daily, never compromised.
Exceptional Service
Warm, professional staff trained to anticipate.
Memorable Experiences
Every detail tuned to your story.
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Meet the family
The Joachims —
three generations of taste.
Family-run, family-tasted. Every plate that leaves our kitchen passes through at least one Joachim — and that's the secret no recipe card can capture.
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The Chef
No. 02
Darling Joachim
Founder · Head Chef
The heart of DP&L. Darling learned to cook beside her mother and has spent the last twelve years perfecting family recipes — pwason ak sòs, poul boukannen, mayi moulen — for clients across the region.
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The Storyteller
No. 03
Gregory Joachim
Brand · Content
The other Joachim son runs everything you see — photography, social posts, the website you're on right now. He brings the family story online.
— signed, the Joachims
Today's picks
On the
Menu
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Pesè ak Sòs
$8
Twice-fried plantains tossed in caramelised onion & pepper sauce.
Behind the dish
Pesè ak Sòs
Made fresh, never frozen, with house-blended spices.
Served in chafing dishes — keeps warm for 3+ hours.
Scales beautifully from 10 to 500 guests.
One of our top three most-requested dishes.
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Pwason ak Sòs
$14
Whole fish simmered in Darling's creole sauce with sweet onion rings.
Behind the dish
Pwason ak Sòs
Made fresh, never frozen, with house-blended spices.
Served in chafing dishes — keeps warm for 3+ hours.
Scales beautifully from 10 to 500 guests.
One of our top three most-requested dishes.
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Poul Boukannen
$16
Slow-marinated glazed chicken with mayi moulen & garlic asparagus.
Behind the dish
Poul Boukannen
Made fresh, never frozen, with house-blended spices.
Served in chafing dishes — keeps warm for 3+ hours.
Scales beautifully from 10 to 500 guests.
One of our top three most-requested dishes.
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Akra & Marinad
$6
Golden malanga & taro fritters — crisp outside, fluffy inside.
Behind the dish
Akra & Marinad
Made fresh, never frozen, with house-blended spices.
Served in chafing dishes — keeps warm for 3+ hours.
Scales beautifully from 10 to 500 guests.
One of our top three most-requested dishes.
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Macawoni au Gratin
$7
Three-cheese creamy mac, baked golden and stretchy.
Behind the dish
Macawoni au Gratin
Made fresh, never frozen, with house-blended spices.
Served in chafing dishes — keeps warm for 3+ hours.
Scales beautifully from 10 to 500 guests.
One of our top three most-requested dishes.
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Diri ak Pwa Nwa
$9
Fluffy rice with slow-stewed Haitian black beans & epis.
Behind the dish
Diri ak Pwa Nwa
Made fresh, never frozen, with house-blended spices.
Served in chafing dishes — keeps warm for 3+ hours.
Scales beautifully from 10 to 500 guests.
One of our top three most-requested dishes.
Kind Words
Creators & Clients
"Working with my mom, Darling, felt well. It's like we have a connection for cooking."
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Gregory & Ismael Joachim
Online Creators
3.6 average across every event
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