Marinated Heirloom Tomato- Mozzarella- and Basil Salad Half Size – Nutrition Label (1)
First Course (Choose One)
GRILLED ROMAINE SALAD
grilled sweet romaine hearts topped with oven dried tomatoes, crispy capers, local pecorino, pancetta chips served with a roasted shallot and tarragon dressing
SMOKED WATERMELON SALAD
apple smoked watermelon, black pepper feta mousse, citrus supremes, shaved fennel, toasted pistachios with a tequila-mint and lime dressing
Second Course
CAST IRON ANGUS FILET MIGNON WITH PINK PEPPERCORN SAUCE
cast iron seared certified Angus filet mignon, buttery local olive oil and herb poached fondant potatoes, seasonal vegetables, toasted pink peppercorn and beurre rouge sauce topped with crispy shaved leeks
Third Course (Choose One)
SAFFRON AND CHOCOLATE
citrus and saffron infused panna cotta, dark chocolate ganache, toasted pistachios, smoked sea salt
BERRY COBBLER WITH ESPRESSO WHIPPED CREAM
seasonal berries topped with a warm spice crust, espresso infused whipped cream, mint
Truffle Lobster
First Course (Select One)
Stuffed Pineapple Crab Cake
pineapple stuffed with our house made crab cake mix and tossed in coconut and pan fried atop of a creamy coconut, lime and rum mousse
Roasted Fennel and Citrus Salad
oven roasted fennel with citrus supremes, toasted walnuts, gorgonzola, shaved red onions, kalamata, Serrano with a spring onion and tarragon vinaigrette
Second Course
Truffle Lobster
tender truffle poached lobster tail atop of a shaved summer squash, smoked corn and potato puree served with a sweet pea and poblano sauce
Third Course (Select One)
STRAWBERRY-ROSE SORBET
refreshing house-made strawberry-rose sorbet with creamy coconut whipped cream, candied lime and sea salt
DARK CHOCOLATE AND PORT WINE MOUSSE
dark chocolate and port wine infused mousse, orange caramel sauce, smoked sea salt
Buffet or Family Style Dinner
We recommend this dinner party sample menu for family gatherings, casual corporate lunches or dinners, baby showers, birthday or graduation parties.
SALADS
POMEGRANATE AND CHICKEN CURRY SALAD
diced marinated grilled chicken breast and onions with baby spinach, pomegranates, and coconut-curry dressing
MODERN CAESAR
a mix of hearts of romaine and kale with garlic-herb polenta croutons, toasted pistachio caesar dressing, parmesan crisp and grilled lemon
CHILLED MELON SALAD WITH PROSCIUTTO CRISP
seasonal melon with smoked gouda, prosciutto crisp, and arugula-lemon pesto
LOCAL BREAD PANZANELLA SALAD
local sprouted bread croutons with shaved onions, oven dried tomatoes, cucumbers, local olives and feta cheese with balsamic-fig dressing
TOASTED QUINOA SALAD WITH POACHED BEETS
toasted quinoa, poached beets, candied walnuts, citrus supremes, black truffle goat cheese with roasted orange-fennel vinaigrette
MAIN PROTEINS
MESQUITE SMOKED CHICKEN BREAST
marinated bone-in chicken breast slow smoked with mesquite, onions, green chilies, garlic, and lime
PINK PEPPERCORN CRUSTED FILET MIGNON
local filet mignon crusted with our pink peppercorn spice blend
CITRUS-GINGER MARINATED CAULIFLOWER STEAKS
grilled cauliflower steaks topped with charred scallion-miso relish
SPLIT LOBSTER TAILS
cold water lobster tails served with roasted garlic-herb maitre d’hotel butter
CHIPOTLE-LIME FILET OF HALIBUT
filet of halibut rubbed with our house made chipotle-lime spice blend
SIDES
GRILLED CAESAR SALAD
grilled hearts of romaine with garlic polenta croutons, shaved parmesan, oven-dried tomatoes, and toasted pistachio caesar dressing
TAMARI MARINATED ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY
an assortment of seasonal vegetables marinated in a tamari sauce and slow roasted
ROASTED GARLIC, WHITE WINE, AND HERB POTATOES
tender roasted potatoes tossed in roasted garlic, white wine, and herb sauce
TOASTED COUSCOUS PILAF
toasted couscous with citrus infused apricots, pomegranates, pistachios, dill and grilled lemon
JALAPENO POPPERS
flame grilled jalapenos stuffed with cumin-spiced black beans, tomatoes, and smoked cheddar
DESSERTS
ROASTED PEACHES
oven roasted peaches with madagascar vanilla whipped cream, burnt honey and almond crumble
ICE CREAM BAR
an assortment of 3 ice cream flavors with your choice of toppings (ie. fresh fruit, toasted coconut, chocolate-espresso sauce, salted caramel sauce, berry compote, dark chocolate chips, roasted chopped peanuts, etc.)
BANANA FOSTER TRIFLE
a layered dessert with spiced graham cracker crumbles topped with banana foster, coconut mousse, and candied peanuts
APPLE CONFIT
apple confit with nut brittle and creme anglaise
DARK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
dark chocolate mousse with hazelnut whipped cream with candied chilies
Passed Hors D’ouevres with Plated Dinner
We recommend this service style for those wanting a fine-dining experience for a corporate dinner party, corporate retreat, entertaining clients or for a glamorous at home dinner party.
PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES
TOMATO CARPACCIO
tomato concasse, avocado mousse, fresh pickled ginger, toasted sesame
CRISP PORK BELLY
pan fried pork belly bites with caramelized spiced citrus and fennel fronds
FIRST COURSE
SEARED SCALLOPS
pan seared scallops, creamy cauliflower puree, toasted almond crumble
SECOND COURSE
APPLE-ENDIVE SALAD WRAPPED IN PROSCIUTTO
apple, endive, radicchio, watercress wrapped in prosciutto and drizzled with balsamic glaze and toasted pine nuts
THIRD COURSE
FILET AND LOBSTER
cast iron seared filet (8oz), beurre blanc poached lobster tail (3-4 oz), creamed spinach, duchess potatoes, chimichurri
FOURTH COURSE
COCONUT-LIME MOUSSE
spiced graham cracker crumble, coconut-lime mousse, burnt honey sauce, blueberries, candied lime
Southwest Plated Dinner
We recommend a Southwest inspired menu for those visiting the Southwest for the first time
FIRST COURSE
SPLIT LOBSTER TAILS WITH GREEN CHILI-CILANTRO SAUCE
cold water split lobster tails grilled and served with a green chili-cilantro sauce
SECOND COURSE
GRILLED WEDGE SALAD
grilled romaine hearts served with shaved shallots, crispy capers, smoked tomato dressing, poached egg and cilantro
THIRD COURSE
LAMB CHOPS WITH MINT SALSA VERDE
served with seasonal vegetables and creamy masa
FOURTH COURSE
ESPRESSO CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH CAJETA
chocolate cake infused with espresso served with candied peanuts, cajeta, and raspberries
Cocktail Party
A cocktail party is the perfect catering solution allowing guests to socialize without having a formal sit down dinner. Our cocktail party catering fee includes the preparation of 5 hor d’eouvres
JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKES
jumbo lump crab cakes | remoulade | chives
CANTALOUPE WITH SMOKED GOUDA
cantaloupe | smoked gouda | pancetta crisps | arugula pesto
POLENTA WITH BLACKENED PRAWNS
creamy polenta | blackened prawns | lime
TUNA CARPACCIO
marinated ahi tuna (raw) | avocado mousse | Asian micros
LAMB MEATBALLS WITH MINT AND GARLIC
artisan lamb meatballs | Persian tomato sauce
HERB-TURMERIC CHICKEN WITH SUMAC AND LIME SAUCE
grilled or seared marinated chicken breasts | sumac and lime sauce
CHILE AND SAFFRON SPICED HALIBUT
chile and saffron dry rubbed halibut | lemon-dill sauce
CROSTINI WITH GRILLED EGGPLANT
crostini | grilled eggplant | romesco spread | basil-pesto
TABBOULEH STUFFED TOMATOES
couscous | cucumber | onion | lemon-herb | tomato
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
grilled asparagus | creamy goat cheese | toasted almonds
KALE CAESAR SALAD
kale and romaine mix | polenta croutons | shaved parmesan | pistachio caesar dressing
GREEK SALAD
mixed greens | sundried tomatoes | cucumbers | kalamata | onions | greek vinaigrette
CAPRESE SKEWERS
fresh mozzarella | cherry tomatoes | basil | balsamic glaze
WEDGE SALAD
iceberg wedge | tomatoes | onions | prosciutto crisps | ranch or bleu cheese dressing
DESSERT
FRENCH MACARONS
seasonal assortment
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE TORTE CAKE
rich chocolate torte cake | berries
CHEESECAKE
an assortment of mini cheesecakes
CHOCOLATE TRIFLES
chocolate cookie crumbles | berry puree | chocolate mousse