June 18, 2014

Featured Event: Backyard Dinner Party

One of our favorite repeat clients hosted an intimate backyard dinner party. We thought we’d give you the breakdown of the event. Some of the rentals included our:

8′ x 4′ Wooden Tables
Fruitwood Folding Chairs
String Lighting

Appetizers:

Barbequed Oyster: grilled in a half shell with garlic oregano glaze
Smoked Salmon: atop an herbed bilini with capered creme fraiche
Roasted Tomato Caprese: with basil pesto, garlic roasted tomato and burrata

Dinner:

Huntington Salad: field greens with green apples, crispy pancetta and roasted almonds tossed in a light shallot vinaigrette
add: goat cheese
Mesquite Wood Smoked Trip-Tip: with chimichurri, cabernet demi-glace or horseradish cream
Stuffed Chicken: filled with chèvre cheese and basil, topped with mushroom wine sauce
Wild Mushroom Ravioli: topped in a brown butter sauce & parmesan shavings
Garlicky Roasted Fingerlind Potatoes: yukon potatoes roasted with a generous portion of garlic, parsley, lemon and onion
Asparagus Spears: seasoned with lemon zest and garlic

Dessert:

Handmade Sorbet: in a natural fruit cup
Crème Brulée: caramelized on site, served with fresh berries

June 16, 2014

Menu Monday: Crab Cakes

This Menu Monday, we’re sharing a delicious tray passed hors d’oeuvres! Our mini crab cakes topped with a cilantro aioli. Be sure to add this to your line up of yummy appetizers at your next event!

Want to see what else we offer? Check out our menu online. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Just ask us!

June 2, 2014

Menu Monday: Tuna Tartar

First comes the homemade wonton.

Then comes the tuna!

You don’t want to forget the wasabi.

Finally, it’s ready to be tray passed!

May 19, 2014

Menu Monday: Artisan Cheese Display

For a stationary appetizer, we always recommend the Artisan Cheese Display. It’s great for all events – big or small! Which cheese do you prefer?

Artisan Cheese Display

imported and domestic cheeses from independent cheese producers; manchego, humbolt fog, camembert, drunken goat or stilton, garnished with dried and fresh seasonal fruits and nuts

May 14, 2014

Summer Appetizer: Cucumber Cup Ceviche

Fish or Shrimp Ceviche served in a Cucumber Cup might be the best summer appetizer! It’s cool, refreshing and tastes amazing. Pair it with a Rasta Taco Cart and you’re event will be complete. We’d throw in some light bar service too. Nothing can cool you down like some refreshing agua fresca or a Corona.

What’s your favorite summer appetizer?

May 5, 2014

Fresh HC Menu

Last Thursday we invited our Huntington Catering team over to try out some new items we’re thinking of adding to our regular menu! The HC Chefs put together several new appetizers, salads and entrees for our team to try. All of the items were well received with our team so be on the look out for some new items to hit our menu this year!

Sneak Peak into the Menu:

Tarragon Shrimp Appetizer
Watermelon & Spinach Salad
New Fish Entrees
& so much more!

May 2, 2014

Friday Five: Links We Love

1. Ever wonder what happens when you release 1.5 million balloons at once? Well it was done in 1986 and took a tragic turn. Check out the footage, HERE.

2. You’ve probably seen this video already but it’s too good not to post! Watch Jimmy Fallon & Emma Stone do a lip synch battle on Mashable.

3. Do’s & Don’ts of Cinco de Mayo. READ HERE.

4. We’re thinking we may need to come up with another food truck idea and purchase one of these awesome vintage trailers. Check them out, HERE.

5. Here are some people who really know how to handle food! Check it out on Buzzfeed.

April 30, 2014

Cinco de Mayo Inspiration

Cinco de Mayo is around the corner and it got us thinking of our friends at Rasta Taco! This holiday lands on a Monday this year but that’s not stopping anyone from having a festive fiesta for their lunch break at work. Some are even celebrating over the weekend! We found some cheap & easy ideas to spruce up your Cinco de Mayo party this year.

1. This H&M table cloth is the perfect way to add color to a fun Cinco de Mayo party.

2. We found this idea on Pinterest and thought it was fun & a pretty cheap decor idea! Add a few string lights and the mood will be set for a fun fiesta!

3. Another idea via Pinterest – Cactus centerpieces!

Go ahead, book your last minute Rasta Taco event for this Cinco de Mayo! We know you feel inspired now.

April 28, 2014

Menu Monday: Corn Cakes

Looking for a tray passed hors d’ oeuvres for your upcoming event? Give our Corn Cake topped with Roasted Pepper Compote a try! It’s the perfect finger food, making it the perfect tray passed appetizer.

April 14, 2014

Menu Monday: Bruschetta Bar

A bruschetta bar is a great stationary hors d’ oeuvre for a small cocktail party or a large wedding. It will keep your guests happy and full!

We have a wide variety of bruschettas; forest mushroom, artichoke, roasted peppers, white bean, classic tomato or olive tapenade. It can be served with crackers or sliced breads.

Go ahead, add a mix of our bruchettas to your upcoming tasting or event!

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