Hand Crafted Catering & Events Sets Ribbon Cutting for March 18

PITTSFIELD — Hand Crafted Catering & Events announced it will hold a ribbon cutting for its café at 26 Dunham Mall, Pittsfield on Wednesday, March 18 at noon, followed by a complimentary light lunch.

Known throughout the region for its ingredient-driven catering and events, Hand Crafted brings the same commitment to locally sourced ingredients and thoughtful preparation to its new weekday lunch concept. The café will feature a fresh, focused menu of sandwiches, salads, toasts, and grain bowls designed for both convenience and quality.

A signature element of the menu is its customizable sandwich experience. Guests select from carefully prepared proteins and finishes, then personalize their sandwich with a variety of house-made spreads, including Calabrian mayo, rocket pesto, garlic aioli, honey mustard, hot honey, and sundried tomato whipped feta. The concept allows guests to build something familiar or create a flavor profile entirely their own.

“Our goal was to create something elevated yet approachable,” owner Justin Carafotes said. “We wanted to offer Pittsfield a lunch option that feels intentional, fresh, and a little bit different.”

The establishment will also offer a rotating breakfast selection of morning offerings, allowing the culinary team flexibility to highlight seasonal ingredients and daily inspiration. The café will operate Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.