Meet the Owners

Pamela Horowitz is a gifted Executive Chef and savvy business owner. Over the years, her extensive hands-on training experience with the finest European Chefs has helped make Chef Pamela a culinary icon. She has an innovative and vibrant presentation/cooking style that is second to none. Pamela was brought to Philadelphia to become the Executive Chef at the University of Pennsylvania’s Museum of Archeology and Anthropology. Chef Pamela revitalized their culinary fare and quickly made the Chinese Rotunda the most sought-after party space in Philadelphia. Pamela received worldwide attention when she was asked to recreate the “Burial Feast of King Midas” for the Museum. This groundbreaking culinary event was made into a documentary film by the New York Times and National Geographic.

Pamela has been an Executive Chef for over 25 years, holding high-profile command positions in Washington D.C, New York City, Indianapolis, Philadelphia and now Texas! She creates custom menus for all her clients and will make sure your next event is a spectacular culinary experience! Email: chefpamela@provencecatering.com

Michael B. Yates, President & CEO is the business visionary and strategic Brain Trust behind Provence Catering meteoric growth. Bringing over 30 years of senior level business development experience to the company’s Boardroom, Provence is one of the region’s fastest growing premium food service providers.Michael is responsible for strategic alliances, corporate, expansion, interactive web projects product development and good humor. And as the Chef’s business partner, husband co-parent and Provence’s Chief Executive Officer, I am always the most fortunate man in Philadelphia. Email: michael@elmwoodgardens.com