Sample Menus
These menus represent a sampling of what our chefs at Carmel Caterers might prepare for you. Pricing is dependant on the size of the group as well as the specific items on each menu. We specialize in creating menus to your specific tastes and budget.
Butler Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Sesame Crusted Seared Tuna with Fennel and Orange Slaw
Tomato-Basil Bruschetta on Crostini
Mini Falafel and Israeli Salad
In Boston Bibb cup with Tahina Drizzle
Lamb Kifta on Cinnamon Stick
Salmon Station
Cedar Plank Salmon
Poached Salmon
Citrus Gravlax Salmon
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Dill Waffle, Blini and Garlic Crostini
Tzatziki, Lemon Aioli, Chipotle-Tomato Coulis
Capers and Minced Red Onion
Soup & Salad Station
Selection of Artisan Breads and Breadsticks
Wild Mushroom Bisque
Cauliflower & Saffron Soup
DECONSTRUCTED SALAD
Crisp Romaine, Bibb and Spring Mix
Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes - Roasted Potatoes
Grilled Chicken - Diced Hard Boiled Eggs
Garlic & Dill Green Beans - Nicoise Olives - Croutons
Basil Orange Vinaigrette - Classic Dijon Vinaigrette
Avocado Bar
Perfectly ripe Avocado halves to be filled with
Black Bean & Corn Salsa
Mango ~ Pineapple Salsa
Pico de Gallo ~ Sour Cream (parve)
Cilantro-Lime Wedges-Sea Salt
Beverages
Berry Lemonade and Mint-infused Iced Tea
Coke, Diet Coke and Sprite
Still and Sparkling Water
Mixers and Juices
Dessert
Tropical Fruit & Berry Platters
COOKIE AND PASTRY DELIGHTS
Petit Fours - Mini Éclair
Mini Cream Puff – Mini Napoleon
French Macaroon - Chocolate Truffles
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies - Gingersnaps - White Chocolate Covered Oreo
Fudge Brownies - Raspberry Bars
Signature Coffee and Tea Station
Uns with freshly brewed coffee, decaf and hot water
Selection of Black, Green & Herbal Teas
Sugar and Sweeteners, Creamer
Butler Passed Hors d ’Oeuvres
Turkey Kifta with Cilantro-Cashew Sauce
Beef Medallion on Crostini with Olive Tapenade
Seared Tuna on Wonton Crisp with Honey Wasabi
Smoked Salmon on English Cucumber with Dill Sauce
Garden Vegetable Bounty Display
Crisp Seasonal Vegetables and an array of Grilled Vegetables
Creamy Herb Dip ~ Garlic Hummus Spread
Tahina Dip - Roasted Eggplant Spread
Mini Pita and Flatbreads
Buffet Dinner
Artisan Bread Basket
Mediterranean Chopped Salad
Heirloom tomatoes, red onions, Kalamata olives and cucumber with Micro Greens
Red wine-caper vinaigrette
Caesar Salad
with lemon-garlic dressing and homemade croutons
Grilled Salmon
Mango Reduction
Tuscan Chicken
Sun dried tomatoes, red onion and olives
Herbed Rice Pilaf
Israeli Couscous with Roasted Eggplant and Tomatoes
Grilled Asparagus
Roasted Red and Golden Beets
Beverages
Berry Lemonade and Mint-infused Iced Tea
Coke, Diet Coke and Sprite
Still and Sparkling Water
Mixers and Juices
Dessert
Gelato Bar
Select four flavors of parve Gelato or Sorbet
Chocolate Sauce, Caramel Sauce, Fresh Strawberry Sauce,
Crushed Chocolate Chip Cookies and Brownie Bits
Nut Crunch, Toasted Coconut, Chocolate & White Chocolate Chips
Fresh Fruit Platter with Seasonal Melon and Berries
Signature Coffee and Tea Station
Uns with freshly brewed coffee and hot water
Selection of Black, Green & Herbal Teas
Sugar and Sweeteners, Creamer
Cocktail Reception Displays
Sushi Rolls & Sashimi
Our sushi chefs prepare spectacular rolls featuring
Ahi tuna, Salmon, Smoked Salmon and Mock Crab
Asparagus, Scallion, Carrot and Avocado
Seaweed Salad
Wasabi ~ Soy Sauce ~ Pickled Ginger
From the Garden
Bountiful Display of Fresh Fruit
with Miniature Fruit Kabobs
with Miniature Fruit Kabobs
Summer’s Bounty Crudité Display with Fresh Herb Dip
Bruschetta Trio
Roasted Red Pepper
Cucumber & Olive
White Bean with Lemon & Garlic
Butler Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Sea Bass Ceviche on Asian Spoons
Savory Strawberry Soup Sips
Hot Dog Bites wrapped in Kataifi
Blackberry-Chipotle Ketchup & Spicy Mustard
Blackberry-Chipotle Ketchup & Spicy Mustard
Seared Chicken Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Beverages
Berry Lemonade and Mint-infused Iced Tea
Coke, Diet Coke and Sprite
Still and Sparkling Water
Mixers and Juices
Plated Dinner
Artisan Dinner Rolls, Grissini Breadsticks
Watermelon Salad
Watermelon chunks on a chiffonade of romaine hearts
drizzled with lemon and olive oil,
sprinkled with toasted pumpkin seeds
Grilled Rib Eye, Thyme Jus
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Summer Squash Succotash
Vegetarian Option
Eggplant “ Lasagna”
Tomato Confit - Pesto Drizzle
Individual Lemon Meringue or Chocolate Ganache Tart
Coffee and Tea Service