Catering Connection’s Full Special Occasion Menu
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Plated Dinner
Butler Style Hors D’Oeuvres
Smoked Muscovy Duck on Mini Corn Muffin with Cherry Relish
Basil Crusted Scallops with Citrus Aioli
Caramelized Polenta Round with Tomato Jam and Goat Cheese
4 Course Plated Dinner
English Spring Pea Soup with Fresh Mint
Rich Dungeness Crab Cakes with Spicy Chipotle Sauce
Sweet Corn Relish on a Bed of Mesclun Salad
Choice of:
Herb-Infused Baked Sea Bass
Tomato Onion Confit and Green Olives
or
Steak au Poivre
Three-Peppercorn Coated Beef Tenderloin with Cognac & Mushroom Jus
or
Red Bell Pepper Stuffed with Fluffy Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Rustic Red Potatoes Mash Caramelized Onion Beef Broth Fresh Chives
Sugar Snap Peas with Confetti of Red and Yellow Bell Pepper
Buffet Banquet
Stationary Hors D’Oeuvres
Artisan Cheese Board
Artisan Cheeses with Seasonal and Dried Fruits, Walnuts, Fig Preserve,
Local Honey, Served with Crusty Breads & Lavosh Crackers
Butler Style Hors D’Oeuvres
Hickory Bacon-Wrapped Almond-Stuffed Date
Fresh Watermelon Salad, White Balsamic Vinegar Reduction and Mint Leaf
Mini Crab Cake with Tartar Sauce
Buffet
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak, Roasted Kernel Corn, Chimichurri Sauce
Char-grilled Salmon Fillet Chili Lime Cilantro Butter
Roasted Red Potatoes with Fresh Herbs and Garlic
Grilled Seasonal Vegetable Platter with Fresh Garlic & Rosemary
Baby Mixed Greens with Cranberries, Blue Cheese and Roasted Walnuts
Champagne Vinaigrette
Selection of Freshly Baked Artisan Rolls with Butter
Family Style Dinner
Butler Style Hors D’Oeuvres
Caprese Skewer with Balsamic Reduction Drizzle
Chicken & Waffle with Warm Vermont Maple Syrup
Mini Lamb Kebabs with Cucumber Yogurt, Mint Flakes and Kosher Salt
Fresh Local Ahi Tuna Poke on Wonton Crisp with Wasabi Cream
Family Style Dinner
Selection of Freshly Baked Artisan Rolls with Butter
California Baby Field Greens, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Roasted
Santa Barbara Pistachios and Fresh Strawberries. Champagne Vinaigrette
Meyer Lemon and Arugula Ravioli with Lemon Butter Sauce
Mouth-Watering Beef Short Ribs Braised in Cabernet Reduction
Tuscan Style Braised Cod with Artichokes, Roasted Garlic, Green Olives and Portobello Mushroom-Tomato Sauce
with
Creamy Polenta with Fresh Grated Parmesan
Sugar Snap Peas with Confetti of Red and Yellow Bell Peppers
Summertime Luncheon
Hors D’Oeuvres
Chilled Asparagus Platter
Creamy Lemon & Freshly Grated Parmesan Dip
Lunch Buffet
Cold Poached Salmon with Lemon Dill Aïoli
Dry-Chipotle and Olive Oil Marinated Chicken Breast
Avocado Lime Relish
Asian Pear and Peppery Arugula Salad
Crumbled Goat Cheese, Roasted Santa Barbara Pistachios
Lemon-Parmesan Vinaigrette
Caprese Salad with Ripe Tomatoes, Bufala Mozzarella, Fresh Basil
Cracked Salt and Black Pepper, EVOO
Fresh Focaccia and Olive Bread with Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar
Lemon Curd Tartlets with Fresh Raspberries
Chocolate Profiteroles
SY Ranch BBQ
Hors d’oeuvres
Vegetable Crudités with Spinach Dip
Homemade Sausage with Mustard Dipping Sauce
Buffet
BBQ Grilled Tri-Tip
Corn & Jalapeno Relish & Traditional Pico de Gallo
Baby Back Ribs with Honey Glaze
Roasted Buttery Corn on the Cob
Classic Red Potato Salad with Celery Green Onions and Dijon Mayonnaise
Sweet Ranch Beans or Chili Beans
Old-Fashioned Macaroni Salad
Shepard Salad with Vegetable Toppings & Ranch Dressing
Watermelon Wedges
Garlic Bread & Cornbread with Sweet Butter & Whipped Butter
Dessert
Homemade Cookies & Brownies
Apple Pie & McConnell’s Vanilla Ice Cream
Hors D’oeuvres Butler Style
Vegetarian
Crunchy Belgian Endive with Gorgonzola, Candied Walnuts, Cranberries
Caprese Skewer with Balsamic Reduction Drizzle
Crispy Spring Roll with Rich Plum Dipping Sauce
Homemade Crostini with Herb Pesto, Mozzarella & Confetti of Bell Pepper
Seasonal Figs & Honey Pecans, Fresh Goat Cheese on Belgian Endive
Homemade Three Cheese Wonton with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli
Pear, Brie & Roasted Walnut Quesadilla
Roasted Sweet Tomato Tart with Pine Nut Crush & Warm Goat Cheese
Kumquat, Goat Cheese on Belgian Endive Honey Drizzle (seasonal)
Savory Artichoke Fritter with Béarnaise Sauce
Soup Shot (tomato, butternut squash, mushroom, gazpacho, spring pea and mint)
Sweet Potato Sticks with Fiery Chipotle Dip
CC’s Panko-Crusted Mac & Cheese Ball
Warm Brie and Dried Apricot Filo Tartlets with Toasted Almonds
Fresh Watermelon Salad, White Balsamic Vinegar Reduction, Mint Leaf
Caramelized Polenta Round with Tomato Jam and Goat Cheese
3 Cheeses and Confetti of Bell Pepper Quesadilla
Chicken & Duck, Pork, Beef, Lamb
Seared Beef Tenderloin Steak Bite with Blue Cheese & Cilantro Pesto Dips
Miniature Beef Wellington in Puff Pastry
Ribbons of Beef Tenderloin on Garlic Crostini with Horseradish
Chicken & Waffle with Warm Vermont Maple Syrup
Zesty Orange Chicken Bite
Southwestern Chicken Empanada with Chipotle Dipping Sauce
Fresh Garlic Marinated Chicken Skewer with Chimichurri Dipping Sauce
Grilled Chicken Quesadilla with Creamy Queso Fresco & Cilantro
Grilled Chicken, Beef or Pork Sate with Dipping Sauces
Hickory Bacon-Wrapped Almond-Stuffed Date
Grilled Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto
Mini Pork Tostada, Black Bean Mash, Queso Fresco and Fresh Cilantro
Ripe Cantaloupe & Honeydew Melon Wrapped with Prosciutto
Handmade Thai-Spiced Pork Dumpling with Cilantro Dipping Sauce
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Peppers Stuffed with Cream Cheese
CC’s Panko Crusted Mac & Cheese Ball with Ham
Smoked Muscovy Duck Breast on Mini Corn Muffin with Cherry Relish
Curried Lamb Samosas with Apricot Chutney
Mini Lamb Kebabs with Cucumber Yogurt, Mint Flakes and Kosher Salt
Seafood
Fresh Local Ahi Tuna Poke on Wonton Crisp with Wasabi Cream
Hickory-Smoked Bacon Wrapped Local Scallops
Basil Crusted Scallops with Citrus Aioli
Coconut Fried Shrimp with Spicy Orange-Ginger Dip
Jumbo Cajun Shrimp
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp with Spicy Bloody-Mary Shot
Grilled Shrimp & Scallion Skewer with Thai Dipping Sauce
Crab Wontons with Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Mini Crab Cake with Tartar Sauce
Crisp Calamari with Lemon Aioli
Miniature Salmon Wellington in Puff Pastry
Ginger Glazed Salmon Sate
Smoked Salmon Lollypop with Bagel Dust
Mini Halibut Ceviche Tostada
Oyster Rockefeller
CC’s Panko Crusted Mac & Cheese Ball with Crab or Lobster
Oyster Shooter with Thai Spicy Sauce
Hors D’oeuvres – Tapas Style
Small Plates/Tapas
Grilled Angus Beef Slider with Gorgonzola Cheese and Grilled Onion on Homemade Brioche Buns
Casuela de Pulpo – Spicy Calamari Tomato Caper Stew
Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese (Plain, Ham, Crab, Lobster)
New-Zealand Dijon Herb-Crusted Seared Lamb Chop
with Mashed Potatoes
Flaky Chicken Pot Pie
Mexican Rock-Shrimp Ceviche Tostada with Lime, Fresh Avocado & Pico de Gallo
Mouth-Watering Beef Short Ribs Braised in Cabernet Reduction
with Creamy Polenta
Roasted Seasonal and Organic Vegetable Salad,
Lemon Parmesan Dressing
Seasonal Soup Shot
(Sweet Tomato & Basil, Chilled Vichyssoise with Crispy Leeks,
English Spring Pea with Fresh Mint, Butternut Squash, etc…)
Zesty Rock Shrimp Risotto with Citrus Sauce
Fresh Local Ahi Tuna Poke with Seaweed Salad
Garlic Fries in Bamboo Cone
Sweet Potato Fries with Chipotle Dip
Soft Potato Pillows (Gnocchi) with Red Pepper Cream Sauce
or Gorgonzola Walnut Cream Sauce
Selections of Flatbreads
Whole Wheat Crust with Candied Tomatoes and Onions,
Crisp Pancetta and “Chêvre” Cheese
Parmesan Crust with Sautéed Mushrooms, Caramelized Red Onions, Fresh Rosemary and Grilled Sausage
Herb Crust with Roasted Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Fresh Arugula and Bufala Mozzarella
Hors D’oeuvres – Stationary
International & Domestic Cheese Board
Gourmet Cheeses from around the World, Garnished with Cubes of
Cheddar and Pepper-Jack Cheese, Bunches of Farmer’s Market Grapes and Strawberries. Baskets of Crackers, French Breads & Baguette
Artisan Cheese Board
Artisan Cheeses with Seasonal and Dried Fruits, Walnuts, Fig Preserve,
Local Honey, Served with Crusty Breads & Lavosh Crackers
Flaky Baked Brie Cheese
French Brie Baked in Puff Pastry with Apricots,
Farmer’s Market Grapes and Strawberries.
Served with Baskets of French Baguettes and Crackers
Antipasti Platter
Generous Portions of Hand-Sliced Italian Salamis, Prosciutto and Capicola Ham, Fresh Mozzarella, Cubed Mild Feta Cheese, Local and Imported Olives, Marinated Mushrooms, Cocktail Onions, and Large Stuffed Grape Leaves. Served with Freshly Baked Artisan Breads
Charcuterie Display
Cured Meats, Salamis and Paté, Served with Crisp Cornichons,
Kalamata Olives and Dates, Dijon Mustard, Salted Butter, and Crusty French Breads
Tapenade Trio
Olive and Sun-dried Tomato – Fresh Mozzarella, Basil & Tomato
White Bean and Rosemary
Served with Baskets of Freshly Baked Garlic and Herb Crostini
Hand-Rolled Sushi Tray
Our Fresh Homemade California Rolls, Smoked Salmon,
Ahi Tuna and Vegetable Rolls.
Served with Wasabi, Pickled Ginger and Soy Sauce
Hummus & Tzatziki Dips, Crudité & Pita Chips
Choice of Homemade Classic Hummus or Red Pepper Hummus and Yogurt Tzatziki Dip. Vegetable Crudités & Baked Herb Pita Chips
Seafood Bar
Fresh Oysters, Crab Claws, Jumbo Shrimp & Clams
Cocktail Sauce, Lemons, Horseradish & French Mignonette
Santa Barbara Salsa and Guacamole Bar
Our Homemade Spicy Guacamole – Traditional Pico de Gallo
Corn & Black Bean Salsa – Pineapple & Mango Salsa
Tomatillo & Apple Salsa
Served with Tri-Color Tortilla Chips
Ceviche Station
Fresh Halibut Ceviche & Mexican Rock Shrimp Ceviche
Fresh Limes, Avocados and Pico de Gallo
Tri-Color Tortilla Chips
Food Stations
By the Sea
Chilled Jumbo Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce, Tuna Tartar with Wasabi on
Wonton Crisps, Freshly Shucked Oysters in Half Shell; Herb Crusted
Mussels in Shell, Halibut or Rock-Shrimp Ceviche with Tortilla Chips
Carving Station
USDA Choice Prime Rib with Au-Jus and Béarnaise Sauce
Beef Tenderloin or Sirloin with Cabernet Sauce
Roast Turkey with Cranberry-Orange Relish & Gravy
Honey Baked Ham with Dijon Sauce
Leg of Lamb with Mint Aioli
Mashed Potato Bar
Hot Buttery Mashed Potatoes with Toppings; Crispy Bacon, Green
Onions, Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream, Sautéed Bell Peppers and Traditional Mexican Salsa
Short Rib & Polenta Station
Creamy Parmesan Polenta topped with Mouth Watering Braised
Shortribs in a Cabernet Reduction
Quesadilla Bar
Grilled Chicken, Queso Fresco and Cilantro
Pear, Brie and Walnut
Grilled Shrimp, Papaya and Green Onion
Three Cheese with Confetti of Bell Peppers
Mexican Salsa, Sour Cream and Homemade Guacamole
Pasta & Gnocchi Bar
(Choice of 2 Items and 2 Sauces)
Gnocchi, Pasta: Penne, Bowtie, Fettuccine or Tri Color Fusilli, etc…
Sauces: Roasted Tomato Marinara, Pesto Cream, Vegetable Primavera
Roaste Red Pepper or Gorgonzola Walnut Sauce, etc…
Toppings Can Include
Parmesan, Kalamata Olives, Green Onions, Artichokes, Sun-dried
Tomatoes, Pine Nuts, Grilled Chicken, Homemade Meatballs, and Grilled Italian Sausage
Saté Station
Glazed Teriyaki Beef – Shrimp & Scallion – Chicken with Peanut Sauce – Ginger-Glazed Salmon – Grilled Pork with Mustard Sauce – Marinated Portobello Mushroom
Soft Tacos
Beef, Chicken or Fresh Seafood
Warm Corn & Flour Tortillas, Cilantro, Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, Black Olives, Green Onions, Fresh Homemade Salsa, Guacamole & Sour Cream
Ceviche Tostada Station
Fresh Halibut Ceviche
Mexican Rock Shrimp Ceviche
Fresh Limes, Avocados and Pico de Gallo
Crisp Corn Tostadas
Selections of Flatbreads
Whole Wheat Crust with Candied Tomatoes and Onions,
Crisp Pancetta and “Chêvre” Cheese
Parmesan Crust with Sautéed Mushrooms, Caramelized Red Onions, Fresh Rosemary and Grilled Sausage
Herb Crust with Roasted Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, Fresh Arugula and Bufala Mozzarella
Starters
Soups and Salads
Crisp Asian Pear and Peppery Arugula Salad
Crumbled Goat Cheese and Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Lemon-Parmesan Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad with Freshly Shaved Parmesan
Homemade Garlic Croutons
Farmers Market Green Salad & Vegetable Toppings, Choice of Dressings
Fiesta Salad with Black Beans, Jicama, Tomatoes,
Sweet Corn and Spicy Jalapeño Dressing
Fresh Italian Spinach Salad with Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Red Onion,
Homemade Croutons and Sliced Mushrooms, Homemade Italian Dressing
Fresh Spinach Salad with Fragrant Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives,
Vine Ripe Tomatoes and Cucumber. Herb Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad with Bacon Crumbles, Chopped Hard Boiled Eggs,
Sliced Mushrooms and Croutons. Honey Mustard Dressing
Baby Mixed Greens with Cranberries, Blue Cheese & Roasted Walnuts
Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
Radicchio and Bibb Lettuce Salad, Crisp Bartlett Pears, Gorgonzola,
Candied Pecans. Champagne Dressing
California Baby Field Greens, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Roasted
Santa Barbara Pistachios & Fresh Strawberries. Champagne Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges, Almonds and Crisp Jicama
Honey Mustard Dressing
Tender Purple & Green Kale Salad with Sunflower Seeds,
Golden Raisin and Dried Cherries. Lemon Pepper Vinaigrette
The Wedge
Classic Iceberg Lettuce with Blue Cheese Crumble, Crisp Bacon
Blue Cheese Dressing
English Spring Pea and Mint Soup with Crème Fraiche Swirl
Chilled Gazpacho with Cucumber, Carrot
Red Onion and Tomato Brunoise
Chilled Two-Melon Soup
Mint-Lime Honeydew and Lemon-Champagne Cantaloupe
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Crème Fraiche and Basil Oil Swirl
Creamy Parsnips Soup with Roasted Walnut and Pear, Fresh Parsley
Chilled Watermelon and Feta Cheese Salad, Fresh Mint Chiffonade
White Balsamic Reduction
Rich Dungeness Crab Cakes with Chipotle Sauce and Sweet Corn Relish on a Bed of Mesclun Salad
California Avocado Salad
Ripe Avocados, Red Onion, Red Wine Vinegar & Crushed Black Pepper
Caprese Salad with Ripe Tomatoes, Bufala Mozzarella, Fresh Basil
Cracked Salt and Black Pepper, EVOO
Entrees
Meats & Poultry
Herb-Seasoned USDA Choice New York Sirloin of Beef or Prime-Rib
Black Pepper and Tarragon Béarnaise sauce
Roasted USDA Prime Beef Tenderloin
Cabernet Sauvignon Reduction Sauce
Classic Beef Wellington with Crisp Puff Pastry and Mushroom Duxelle
Red Wine Sauce
Three-Peppercorn-Coated Filet Mignon, Cognac Flambé and Mushroom Jus
Mouth-Watering Beef Short Ribs Braised in Cabernet Reduction
BBQ Grilled Tri Tip with Corn & Jalapeño Relish and Traditional Pico de Gallo
Roasted Espresso Rubbed Tri Tip
Balsamic Reduction, Fresh Parsley and Horseradish Cream
Tender Beef Fajitas, Sautéed Peppers & Onions,
Flour and Corn Tortillas
Tasty Teriyaki-Glazed Tri Tip Kebob with Bell Pepper & Red Onion
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak, Roasted Kernel Corn, Chimichurri Sauce
Grilled Marinated Rosemary Chicken Breast with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Chicken Parmesan Baked in our Homemade Marinara Sauce
Classic Chicken Picatta, Sliced Lemons, Capers,
Fresh Italian Parsley and Lemon Sauce
Dry-Chipotle & Olive Oil Marinated Chicken Breast with Avocado-Lime Relish
Roasted Herb-Stuffed Cornish Hen, Roasted Garlic Aioli
Spice-Rubbed Broiled Chicken with Zesty Apple,
Onion & Lemon Pepper Sauce
Tangerine and Orange Glazed Muscovy Duck Breast
Ojai Pixie (in season) and Orange Scallion Relish
BBQ Chicken Quarters with Honey & Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce
Tender Strips of Grilled Chicken Fajitas, Sautéed Peppers and Onions,
Flour and Corn Tortillas
Golden Hazelnut Crusted Chicken Breast, Orange Thyme Sauce
American Raised Lamb Chops, Mint Pesto & Modena Balsamic Drizzle
Roasted Dijon Mustard & Herb-Crusted New-Zealand
Rack of Lamb, Mint Aïoli
Ground Lamb Kebobs with Santa Barbara Pistachios and Indian Spices
Served with Cucumber Yogurt, Mint Flakes and Kosher Salt
Caramelized Fresh Pork Loin, Organic Apples, Cinnamon, Apple Cider Glaze
Garlic Rubbed Pork Chop with Fresh Cherry Reduction Sauce
Island Glazed Pork Ribs, Homemade Sweet BBQ Sauce
Roasted Thyme Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Pear Chutney
Seafood
Char-Grilled Salmon Fillet with Chili-Lime-Cilantro Butter
Citrus Glazed Salmon Served with Orange Relish
Cold Poached Salmon with Lemon Dill Aïoli
Grilled Salmon Fillet with Lemon Dill Cream Sauce
Grilled Salmon with Chunky Tomatillo & Apple Salsa
Cajun Spice-Rubbed Black Tiger Shrimp Skewer
Vine-ripe Tomatoes, Fresh Scallions and Garlic Confit
Pan-Seared Herb-Crusted Sea-Scallops, Leek Reduction & Lemon Aïoli
Grilled Local Halibut (seasonal) with a Chilled Walnut Pesto Sauce
Grilled Halibut with Chunky Tomato and Pepper Confit
Seasoned and Grilled Halibut with Mouthwatering Olive Tapenade
Wasabi-Crusted Local Halibut Fillet (in season), Red Cabbage Slaw
Grilled Lemon Sole, Gem Lettuce, Tangy Ginger Sauce
Herb-Infused Baked Sea Bass with Tomato, Onion Confit & Green Olives
Pan-Seared Seabass with Dill Cucumber Relish
Pan-Seared Ahi Tuna with Macadamia Crust, Topped
with Ginger-Soy Reduction
Tuscan Style Braised Cod with Artichokes, Roasted Garlic, Green Olives and Portobello Mushroom-Tomato Sauce
Butter-Poached Black-Cod (Butterfish) with Lemon Beurre Blanc
Vegetarian & Vegan
Creamy Risotto with Wild Mushroom and Green Peas, Fresh Parmesan
Grilled Polenta Cake with Vegetable Ratatouille and Fontina Cheese
Soft Potato Pillows (Gnocchi), Roasted Garlic,
Parsley and White Wine Sauce
Orzo Primavera with Sautéed Fresh Vegetables, EVOO
Sweet Pumpkins Ravioli with Burnt Sage Butter
Red Bell Pepper Stuffed with Fluffy Quinoa and Roasted Vegetables
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Roasted Eggplant Parmesan Layered with Ricotta Cheese and our Homemade Marinara Sauce
Vegetable and 3 Cheeses Lasagna
Spinach & Mushroom Lasagna, Gorgonzola Cream
Seasonal Vegetable Fajitas with Warm Flour & Corn Tortillas
Vegetarian Paella with Baby Fresh Vegetable
Meyer Lemon and Arugula Ravioli with Lemon Butter Sauce
Accompaniments
Side Dishes & Salads
Mediterranean Potatoes with Fresh Mint, Garlic, Onions, Zucchini,
Tomato Purée and Fresh Basil
Choice of Baby Potatoes Roasted with Fresh Herbs and Garlic
Rustic Potato Mash with Caramelized Onion, Broth and Fresh Chives
Crispy Fries, Garlic Fries & Sweet Potato Fries
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Gratin Potatoes
Duchesse Potatoes
Soft Potato Pillow (Gnocchi) with Roasted Tomato Marinara Sauce
Classic Red Potatoes Salad with Celery,
Green Onions and Dijon Mayonnaise
Classic French Ratatouille with Eggplant,
Zucchini and Vine Ripe Tomatoes
Sautéed Broccoli and Cherry Tomatoes
Sautéed Blue Lake Green Beans and Shallots
Sautéed Green Beans with Tear Drop Tomatoes
Seasonal Vegetable Medley
Stir Fried Vegetables
Sugar Snap Peas with Confetti of Red and Yellow Bell Peppers
Grilled Seasonal Vegetable Platter with Fresh Garlic & Rosemary
Roasted Buttery Corn on the Cob
Butternut Squash and Kale Gratin with Parmesan Cheese
Grilled Asparagus with Confetti of Bell Pepper
Creamy Risotto with Fresh Peas
Lemon Basmati Rice
Spanish Rice
Wild Rice Pilaf
Spicy Southwest Wild Rice Salad
Bulgur, Chick Pea and Wild Rice Salad with Cumin
Creamy Polenta with Freshly Grated Parmesan
Tri Color Fusilli Pasta with Garlic Cream Sauce
Penne Pasta with Tomato and Green Olive Sauce
Meyer Lemon, Ricotta and Arugula Ravioli with Lemon Butter Sauce
Classic Baked Mac & Cheese
Tri-Color Tortellini with Artichokes,
Sun-dried Tomatoes and Toasted Pine Nuts
Silky Garlic Cream Sauce
Selection of Freshly Baked Artisan Rolls with Butter
Brunch Menu
Continental
Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice and Selection of Juices
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Salad
Basket of Freshly Baked Breakfast Pastries, Muffins & Danishes
Butter & Jam
Quiche
Roasted Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil
Ham, Gruyere & Mushroom
Spinach, Onion & Feta Cheese
Mushroom, Sausage & Provolone
Strata
Grilled Asparagus, Swiss Cheese and Red Pepper
Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Mushroom and Onions
Roasted Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Yellow Squash and Cheddar Cheese
Traditional and Other Offerings
Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs with Green Onion
Thick Hickory Grilled Bacon
Breakfast Sausage – Pork – Turkey – Chicken
Roasted Red Potato Home Fries
Spinach Salad with Bacon Crumbles, Chopped Hard Boiled Eggs, Sliced Mushrooms and Croutons. Honey Mustard Dressing
Baby Mixed Greens with Cranberries, Blue Cheese and Roasted Walnuts Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette
Scottish Smoked Salmon Platter:
Thinly Sliced and Garnished with Cucumber, Capers, Hard Boiled Eggs
Dill Cream Cheese, Red Onions, and Tomatoes
Served with Mini Bagels and Whole-Wheat Baguettes
Basket of Assorted Bagels with Plain and Herbed Cream Cheese
Cakes & Confections
Mini Desserts & Individual Desserts
Lemon Curd Filo Tartlets with Raspberries
Pecan Diamonds
Chocolate Profiteroles
Almond Cheese Bars
Cappuccino Cheesecakes
Chocolate Truffle Bites
Dulce de Leche Bites
Raspberry Cheesecake Bites
Lemon Blueberry Squares
Chocolate Raspberry Brownies
Amaretto & Expresso Mousse Cup
White Chocolate Cups with Dark Chocolate Mousse
White & Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Fresh Fruit Tarts
Coconut Clusters
Homemade Brownies
Homemade Cookies
Mexican Wedding Cookies
Chocolate Ganache Cheesecake
Fresh Fruit Cheesecake
Sherry Trifle
Bread & Butter Pudding with Caramel or Crème Anglaise
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Crème Brulée (varied flavors)
Seasonal Fruit Pies & Crisps with Whipped Cream or Ice Cream
Italian Tiramisu
Mexican Flans
French Macaron
Goat Cheese Panna Cotta with Marinated Berries
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake with Ginger Glaze
Vacherin with Fresh Fruit
Desserts Stations
Mini Dessert Bar
Select 4 to 6 items per person from List
Ice Cream Sundae Bar
Santa Barbara’s McConnell Chocolate and Vanilla Ice Cream
Selections of Toppings: Candies, M & Ms, Oreo Cookies Crumbles, etc…
Chocolate Fondue Station
Silky White, Milk and Dark Chocolates with Selection of Strawberries,
Pretzels, Marshmallows, Brownies, Cookies, Bananas & Angel Food Cake
Make your own Pavlova
Crisp Meringue Nests with Bowls of Fresh Blueberries, Raspberries,
Strawberries, Blackberries, Assorted Fruit Salad
Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce and Passion Fruit Sauce
S’mores Bar
Graham Crackers, Hershey’s Chocolate, Nutella & Peanut Butter,
Fluffy Marshmallow
Candy bar
From Salt Water Taffy to Personalized M & M, the List is Endless…
Wedding, Celebration and Cup Cakes
Cake Flavors
White – Chocolate – Marble – Lemon
Red Velvet – Banana – Carrot
Fillings
Vanilla Bavarian Cream – Raspberry Bavarian Cream
Lemon Bavarian Cream – Chocolate Mousse
Raspberry Chocolate Mousse – Mocha Mousse
German Chocolate – Fresh Whip Cream
Pineapple Mousse – Strawberry Mousse
Buttercream Icing
White Buttercream – Chocolate Buttercream
Lemon Buttercream – Strawberry Buttercream
Mocha Buttercream
Premiere Icing
Fresh Whip Cream – German Chocolate
Rolled Fondant – White Chocolate Ganache
Dark Chocolate Ganache
Beverage Stations
Coffee & Tea Station
Freshly Brewed Santa Barbara Roasting Company Coffees
Montecito Blend Regular and House Blend Decaffeinated Coffee
Selection of Herbal Teas, Sugars and Honey
Beverage Stations
Welcome Beverage Stations
Invite your Guests to a Pre-Event Beverage. Choose from our Specialty
Cocktails or a Refreshing Fruit Juice, Lemonade, Agua Fresca
or Iced Tea while Everyone Gathers for your Special Event
Alcoholic Beverages
Catering Connection is not Licensed to Sell Alcoholic Beverages
We are However Insured to Pour so Can Provide Labor (Bartender) for any Occasion. See Below for full Bar, Limited Bar or Specialty
Cocktails Suggestions: Domestic, Imported, Micro Brew and Local
Brew Beers, Santa Ynez Wines, Full Liquor Suggestion, Including Kir,
Kir Royal, Bellini, Pim’s Cup, Mulled Wine, Spanish Sangria, or Flavored
Champagne Cocktails. The List is Endless…
Non Alcoholic
Apple Punch, Iced Ginger-Lime Green Tea, Non-Alcoholic Mojitos & Margaritas, Bubbling Fruit Coolers made with Mandarin Orange, Raspberry, Coconut, Lime, or Hibiscus. Tropical Ice Tea, Lemonade, Sodas, Sparking and Spring Water, etc…
Mixer Package
All the accoutrements for a full or limited bar or specialty cocktails such as olives, pearl onions, limes, lemons, garnishes, grenadine, soda water, tonic Water, etc…