Catering Menu Options
Affairs of the Palate specializes in catering events for discerning palates.
Following is an example of our catering menu capabilities, however, please keep in mind that we are capable of customizing any of these catering menu options as well as creating a catering menu specific to your tastes and events – let’s meet!
If impressing your wedding guests with a meal to remember is high on your list of priorities, contact us for a complimentary consultation – together we’ll create a catering menu that delights the tastes buds of your guests!
Hosting a meeting to show your staff your appreciation and deli sandwiches are no longer cutting it? Let’s collaborate on creating a fun & unique catering menu that will leave them talking around the water cooler for weeks!
If demonstrating to your customers and/ or prospects how much their business means to you, let us guide you in all aspects of creating an amazing experience – from creating a catering menu that impresses to most every other aspect of the event. Yes, we can do it all!
Who doesn’t love an intimate gathering with friends, but the planning, preparation and clean-up can dampen the joy of hosting such an event, right? Let us take the work off your plate – we’ll work with you to create a catering menu, prepare and serve your food, and even clean up so you can relax with your guests.
Catering Menu - Hors D’oeuvres / Tray Passed
- Party nuts- Spicy, Moroccan, Chili lime, Soy wasabi
- Olives- Stuffed asst., Greek mélange, Sicilian, Castelvetrano
Crunchies & Dippers Catering Menu
- Home-made Pita chips
- Tandoori Naan
- Gruyere Puff Pastry straws
- Herbed Phyllo Cheese rolls
- Polenta crisps
- Tajin Tostaditas
- Asian noodle laces
- Grissini
- Cheese raviolis
- Fig and Mint Puff twists
Butcher’s Block Catering Menu
Poultry
- Macadamia nut crusted Chicken Breast Skewers
- Burn Your Lips Roadhouse Bbq Chicken Pops
- Sesame-Ginger Crispy Duck w/ Tangerine Gastrique
- Cornbread stuffed Quail Knots w/ Black Strap Molasses
Seafood
- Noodle Caged Shrimp w/ Lemongrass Sake reduction
- Kaffir Lime Shrimp Wontons w/ Nuoc Cham dipping sauce
- Prosciutto & Sage wrapped Shrimp Skewers
- Prosciutto Scallops w/ Thyme infused Beurre Blanc
- Lonestar Ceviche cocktail
- Margarita Salmon shooters w/ Serrano & Grapefruit rim
- Bruleéd Scallop Tostaditas w/ Smashed Avocado and Cotija
The Reds
- Juniper crusted Wagyu Cubes w/ Balsamic Reduction
- Cilantro Steak skewers w/ Cilantro & Avocado cream
- Kaffir Lime & Lemongrass Beef Satay w/ Strawberry puree
- Wagyu Carpaccio atop Potato Crisps w/ Arugula & Truffle Aioli
Others
- Blackberry & Dijon crusted Lamb kebabs w/ Port redux
- Crispy Pork Belly Bites w/ Cherry Gastrique
- Pumpkin Chevre filled Prosciutto Figs w/ Golden Balsamic redux
- Mint crusted Feta & Fennel Olive kebabs
- Heirloom Tomatoes & Mozzarella Caprese picks
Phyllo Tartlets Catering Menu
- Arugula & Feta w/ Caramelized Cipollini Onions
- Lemon & Feta Chicken Salad w/ Mint aioli
- Blue crab salad w/ Dill Aioli
Corn Bowlettes Catering Menu
- Tequila roasted Corn & Avocado Salad w/ Cilantro cream
- Cola Chorizo & Papas w/ Cotija Snow
- Seafood Ceviche w/ Tomatillo Relish
- Nopales & Steak Salad w/ Roasted Jalapeños & Avocado puree
- Pollo de Diablo w/ Ancho and Banana jam
Pate Choux Pastry Catering Menu
- Pate Choux Lobster Roll w/ Old Bay Remoulade
- Sherry Mushroom Ragout w/ Truffle Pecorino
- House Smoked Salmon Salad w/ Caper Berries and Dill Aioli
- Smoked Gouda and Onion Tartlets
- Baked Camembert
Wonton Cups Catering Menu
- Sichuan Pepper Kewpie Chicken Salad
- Ginger & Kaffir Lime Blue Crab Ceviche
- Tangerine Pulled Pork w/ Creamy Lime Slaw
- Rendang Crab Claw Salad
- Togarsahi crusted Salmon and Yuzu Spinach Salad
Rolls Catering Menu
- Blue Crab & dried Papaya Soy paper Rolls
- Vietnamese Tofu Salad Rolls
- Lemongrass Shrimp Salad Rolls
- Lumpia w/ Banana Ketchup
Crostini Catering Menu
- Herbed Chevre w/ Lemon Oil roasted Grapes
- Steak au Poivre w/ Horseradish Cream & Capers
- Figs & Mint Jam Chevre
- Bruschetta
- White Bean & Sage Cassoulet
- Cornichon & Wagyu Tartare
- Meyer Lemon Chevre w/ Marinated Artichoke Salad
- Castelvetrano Olive Tapenade
- Seared Foie Gras & Pear marmalade
Others Catering Menu
- Spring Lamb Ribs w/ Saffron and Pinot Grigio Reduction
- Lobster stuffed Sherry Mushrooms w/ Gremolata Crust
- Cucumber Gazpacho Shooters w/ Heirloom Tomatoes & Olive Oil
- Pecorino Risotto Cake w/ shaved truffles
- Heirloom Tomato & Lemon Ricotta Pizzas
- Soppressata & Fennel Chèvre stuffed Fried Olives
- Herbed Chèvre stuffed & Fried Squash Blossoms
- Beer battered Asparagus dusted w/ Cumin Salt
- Potato Martinis w/ Lemon Crème Fraiche & Caviar
- Cornbread Fried Oysters w/ Cajun remoulade
- Artichoke Fritters w/ Lemon Aioli
- Chicken Fried “BACON” w/ Peppercorn Gravy
- Deviled Eggs w/ Fried Chicken Skin & Kimchi
Catering Menu - Platters
- Carrots, Celery, Cherry Tomato, Hothouse Cucumber, Jicama, Bells, Haricot Vert, Asparagus
Grilled & Roasted Catering Menu
- Zucchini, Italian Squash, Bells, Asparagus, Beets, Shrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Red Onion, Carrots, Parsnips, Japanese Eggplant
Fruits Catering Menu
- Grapes, Honeydew, Tuscan Melon, Pineapple, Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries
Tropical Catering Menu
- Mango, Kiwi, Papaya, Star fruit, Dragon fruit, Guava
Cheeses Catering Menu
- Cheddar, Monterey jack, Chedd-a-rella, Dill Havarti, Brie, Alouette, Smoked Gouda, Chevre
Crème de la Crème Catering Menu
- Mahon, Truffle Cheese, Danish Fontina, Gruyere, Robiola, Camembert, Roquefort, Delice de Jura, Manchego, Edam, Humboldt Fog, Mimolette, Cabrales, Hoja Santa Chevre
Old World Charcuterie Catering Menu
- Capicola, Genoa Salami, Jamon Serrano, Soppressata, Pepperoni, Mortadella, Crispy Pancetta, Sausages, Asst. Pate, Red Pearl Onion Confit
Out of the Sea…Food Catering Menu
- Gulf Shrimp, Green-lip Mussels, Clams, Crab Claws, Smoked Salmon, Seared Ahi Tuna, Flaming Gulf Oysters, Asst. Pates & Asst. Sauces
Treasure Box Catering Menu
- Prawns, Lobster tails, Bruleed Scallops, PEI Oysters, Razor Clams, Stone Crab Claws, Sevruga Caviar, Blue-fin Tuna Poke, Hamachi Kama, Smoked Salmon, Oregano Grilled Octopus, Quail eggs, Ankimo Pate Asst. Sauces and Dippers
Sushi Catering Menu
- California rolls, Scorching Salmon cones, A-3 cones, veggie cones, Shrimp sushi, Seared Yuzu Albacore, Unagi rolls, Deviled Scallop rolls, Soft Shell Crab cones, Wakame salad, Smoked Edamame Pickled Ginger, Wasabi, Soy, Ginger aioli, Sriracha aioli
Mezze Mediterranean Catering Menu
- Grilled Langoustine, Oregano Grilled Octopus, Olive mélange, Herb crusted Feta, Cherry Heirlooms, Grilled Veggies, Cucumbers, Dolmas, Falafel, Santorini dried Squid, Fried Garbanzos, Spanikopita, Pitas, Phyllo twists, Tabouleh, Tatziki, Raita, Baba Ghanouj, Chicken Shawarma, Pickles
Catering Menu - Accompaniments
- Achiote Chick Peas & Wilted Spinach w/ Chevre & Lemon zest
- Tomato & Ginger braised Bok Choy
- Miso Mash Potatoes
- Wasabi Whipped Potatoes
- Peruvian Mashers w/ Chimichurri
- Meyer Lemon Tri-color Baby Carrots
- Oven roasted Asparagus
- Herb roasted Red Potatoes
- Sherry Mushrooms
- Ratatouille
- Maldon Salted Dauphinoise
- Orange roasted Golden Beets
- Celeriac & Yukon Mash w/ Garlic Cream
- Roasted Brussel Sprouts w/ Crispy BACON & Hazelnut Butter
- Louisiana Braised Turnip Greens
- White Peach & Carrot Risotto
- Porcini Risotto
- Goat Cheese & Herb Grits
Catering Menu - Sandwiches & Sliders
- Meatloaf Stack w/ Carrot & Tomato Slaw
- Foie Gras Banh Mi w/ Thai chili & Cabbage Slaw
- Smoked Turkey & Havarti Sandwich w/ Dijon Mayonnaise
- Peppered Steak Stacks w/ Sautéed Onion & Horseradish sauce
- Roast Veggie Foccacini Stacks w/ Lemon & Tomato Aioli
- Pastrami Reuben Melt on Pumpernickel
- Exquisite Albacore Tuna between Extra Sour Rye
- Country Bumpkin Slider w/ Sour Apple & Celery Root Slaw, drizzled in BACON Buttermilk Dressing
- Seared Ahi Sliders w/ Slaw and Ginger Aioli
- Grilled Portabella Sliders
- Classic Sliders; lettuce, tomato, red onion & pickle
- Chile Lime Chicken Sliders, w/ Tomatillo Relish
- Pulled Pork Sliders w/ Black Strap Bbq
- Brisket Sliders w/ Burn Your Lips Bbq sauce
(Sandwiches & Sliders on various Breads)(Sandwiches are overstuffed)
Catering Menu - Salads
- Arugula, Candied Walnuts & Gorgonzola w/ Champagne Vinaigrette
- Grilled Romaine w/ Classic Caesar Dressing
- Romaine w/ Chipotle Caesar Dressing
- Frisee, Pancetta, Chevre, & Black Mission Figs w/ Mint Vinaigrette
- Sesame Chicken & Butter Lettuce w/ Kumquat Vinaigrette
- Fried German Potato Salad w/ Crispy BACON, fried sausage and peppercorn dijon gravy
- Heirloom Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Caprese Salad
- Israeli Cous Cous w/ Pistachios & Dried Figs
- Waldorf Salad w/ Port poached Pears
- Dill German Cucumber Salad
Catering Menu - Pasta
- Mediterranean Orzo Salad
- Citrus smoked Albacore w/ Tri-colored Fusili
- Penne Pesto w/ Cherry Tomatoes & Ciliegine Mozz
Hot Hot Hot Catering Menu
- Angel Hair Carbonara
- Herb Baked Ziti
- Italian Sausage Baked Ziti
- Balsamic Spinach & Ricotta Fusili Bake
- Orrechiette with Carrot Ragout
- Citrus glazed Gnocchi w/ Pancetta & Frizzled Sage
- Vongole Linguini w/ Lemon and Pinot Grigio Sauce
- Porcini & Beef Stroganoff
- Pollo Parmigiana
Catering Menu - Butcher’s Block
- Veal Parmesan w/ Shaved Parmesan
- Osso Bucco w/ Red Wine Reduction and Tomato Relish
- Rack o’ Lamb Crown w/ Fig jam & Port redux
- Berkshire Pork Tenderloin w/ Cognac reduction
- Tomatillo Braised Pork Enchiladas
- Thai Chile crusted Lamb Shank w/ Mint oil
Under the Sea…Food Catering Menu
- Bruleed Chilean Sea Bass w/ Castelvetrano Olive Tapenade
- Steamed Mussels w/ Smoked Tomato, Prosciutto and Paprika
- Seared Scallops w/ Beurre Noisette
- Grilled Texas Drum w/ Rum Reduction
- Moroccan Salmon w/ Fennel Frond oil
- Garlic steamed Blue Crabs w/ Asst. Butters & St. Johns Rolls
- Crawfish Boil w/ Andouille Sausage, Mushrooms, Potatoes & Corn
- Butter Poached Lobster Tails w/ Meyer Lemon Butter
- Spanish Blackened Sea Bass w/ Orange Tomato Relish
- Saffron Seafood Paella
Poultry Catering Menu
- Pecan crusted Chicken Breast
- Burn Your Lips Roadhouse Bbq Chicken
- Poblano Cornbread stuffed Chicken Breast w/ Pasilla sauce
- Sesame-Ginger Crispy Duck w/ Tangerine Gastrique
- Cornbread stuffed Quail w/ Black Strap Molasses
- Herbed Chicken Breast w/ Lemon Beurre Blanc
- Green Chile Chevre stuffed, Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast
- Pepita & Roasted Poblano stuffed Chicken
- Chicken Franchaise atop Wilted Spinach w/ Morel crème
- Saffron crusted Chicken Legs w/ White Balsamic Reduction
- Chicken Picatta w/ Charred Tomatoes & Caper Tapenade
The Reds Catering Menu
- Espolon Steak Fajitas w/ grilled Onions & Padrón peppers
- Peppercorn Wagyu Roast w/ Barolo Au Jus
- Garlic & Pepper Wagyu Prime Rib w/ Horseradish Sauce
- Wagyu Filet w/ Porcini & Sherry Au Jus
- Wagyu Filet w/ French Herb Tapenade
- Black Angus Tenderloin stuffed w/ Shallots & Mushroom Ragout
Catering Menu - Le’ Bakery
- Chocolate Chunk
- White Chocolate & Macadamia Nut
- Marzipan Cookies w/ Pine Nuts
- “Get Forked” Peanut Butter
- Lemon Shortbreads
- Ginger Pumpkin Sandwiches w/Brown Butter and Molasses Cream
- Chocolate Haystacks
- Asst. French Macaroons
Bricks Catering Menu
- Pecan Pie Bars
- Pistachio Macaroon Bricks
- Meyer Lemon Bars
- Apricot Bricks
Pies Catering Menu
- Italian Plum
- Granny Smith Green Apple
- Fredericksburg Peach
- Meyer Lemon Meringue
- Key Lime
- Boston Cream Pie
Tarts Catering Menu
- Kiwi Ricotta
- Fruit Tartlets
- Key Lime
- Port Poached Pear
Cakes Catering Menu
- Chocolate Cake w/ Coffee Ganache Frosting
- Classic Red Velvet w/ Cream Cheese Frosting
- Maple Spice Carrot w/ Cream Cheese Icing
- Lemon Chiffon w/ Raspberry Royal Icing
- Explosion Cheesecake
- Blackberry cheesecake
- Almond Cake w/ Royal Icing and Blueberry Compote
- Nectarine Cake w/ Amaretto and Ganache Drizzle
Flourless Catering Menu
- Drunkin’ Bourbon Torte w/ Candied Pecan crust
- Fresh Strawberry w/ Meyer Lemon Marscapone
- Scharffenberger Chocolate Mousse w/ Macerated Berries
Bread Catering Menu
- Texas Toast
- Sourdough
- Seeded Rye
- Sprouted Multi-grain
- Pumpernickel
- Yukon Potato Loaf
Old World Catering Menu
- Subrot
- Stollen
- Sage Soda
- Focaccia
- Brioche
- Challah
- Ciabatta
- French Petits Pain
- Kalamata & Chevre loaf
- Turkish Pita
- Naan
- German Pretzels
Buns in the Oven Catering Menu
- Basil & Saffron
- Pancetta Cheddar & Chive corn rolls
- Fantans
- Brioche
- Mustard & Black Pepper
- Seeded Slider
- Potato & Dill
- Parmesan
- Caraway
Muffins & Tea Bread Catering Menu
- Cinnamon Apple
- Carrot
- Blueberry
- Orange Currant
- Banana Nut Nut Nut
- Greek Honey Yogurt
- Polish Poppy
- Ginger & Port poached Pear
Catering Menu - Drinks
Alcoholic Drinks Menu
- Lavender Lemonade w/ Grey Goose Le Poire
- Basil Limeade w/ Corzo Reposado
- Bloody Moira w/ Laphroaig Single Malt
- Velvet Hammer and Sickle
- Green Russian
- Tamarindo Margarito
- Serrano Watermelon Margarita
- Congac & Mango Sangria
- The Flirty Pineapple
- Vampire Driver w/ Black Treacle
- Duck Fat Sazerac w/ Candied Blood Oranges
Non-Alcoholic Drinks Menu
- Fresh Juices
- Lavender Lemonade
- Basil Limeade
- Sweet Tea
- Thai Iced-Tea
- Vietnamese Coffee
- Turkish Coffee
- Rose Water
- Cucumber Lemon Water
- Asst. Sodas