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  Hors d'Oeuvre List


Beef Hors d'Oeuvre
Beef Wellingtons
Bite sized beef tenderloin baked in puff pastry. Served with Bearnaise sauce
Hawaiian Beef Skewers
Hawaiian beef skewered and topped with a hoison dipping sauce
Kansas City Sliders
Mini burgers made with USDA Choice beef and cheddar cheese on soft rolls
Herb Crusted Prime Rib on Toasted Baguette
Prime rib of beef on sliced baguette with caramelized onions, and piped with horseradish cream
Beef Satay
Strips of tender beef marinated, skewered, and grilled with our famous ginger sesame sauce
Mini Burgers
Teriyaki cheddar burgers with grilled pineapple slaw and cilantro mayonnaise
Beef Tenderloin on Ciabatta Toast
Grilled Beef Tenderloin on Ciabatta Toasts
Herb and pepper crusted beef tenderloin slices on ciabatta toast with aioli topped with roasted tomatoes
Spicy Ground Beef Empanadas
Savory pastry filled with sweet and spicy ground beef served with cayenne sour cream

Chicken Hors d'Oeuvre
  Coconut Chicken Won Tons
Won tons filled with chicken breast and toasted coconut served with a tangy mango dipping sauce
  Baby Brioches with Chicken Salad and Bacon
Mini brioche rolls, topped with a mound of chicken salad and a slice of tomato, all capped with folded applewood-smoked bacon
Chicken Pinwheels on Baguette
Chicken Pinwheels on Baguette
Rolled chicken breast filled with pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and pinenuts sliced into pinwheels and served on fresh baguette with aioli
Chicken Stuffed Egg Rolls
Chicken Stuffed Egg Rolls
A savory Chinese appetizer filled with shredded chicken, Napa cabbage, carrots, bamboo shoots, and fresh ginger. Served with a sweet and sour plum sauce.
  Bacon Wrapped Chicken
Tender chicken breast pieces wrapped in bacon and baked until crispy, then brushed with a teriyaki glaze
  Kentucky Fried Chicken Fingers
Premium breaded chicken breast lightly friend and served with ranch
Chicken Satay
Chicken Satay
Strips of tender chicken marinated, skewered, and grilled with our famous ginger sesame sauce
  Chicken Won Tons
Filled with chicken breast, ricotta, apricots, roasted walnuts and thyme served with apricot chutney
  Curry Chicken
Yellow curry chicken with coconut and raisins served on curried Naan
Chicken and Andouille Sausage Skewers
Chicken and Andouille Sausage Skewers
Chicken and Andoville Sausage skewered and seasoned with our Bayou Jerk Rub

Fish Hors d'Oeuvre
Cajun Seared Ahi Tuna
Cajun Seared Ahi Tuna Lollipops
Served with a sweet and spicy sauce and a cool cilantro aioli drizzle
Lobster Phyllo Triangles
Lobster and a heavenly lobster cream sauce inside phyllo triangles
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Glazed with Teriyaki sauce, wrapped in bacon and grilled to perfection
Shrimp Cocktail
Shrimp Cocktail
Chilled shrimp with fresh lemon wedges and cocktail sauce
Crab Puffs
Crab Puffs
Fresh crab in shallot aioli served in French pastry puffs
Smoked Salmon on Black Bread
Smoked Salmon on Black Bread
Smoked Salmon and a dill creme fraiche on black bread
Salmon Wrapped Asparagus Spears
Salmon Wrapped Asparagus Spears
Drizzled with wasabi, then wrapped in premium salmon
Salmon & Scallop Lollipops
Tender pan seared scallops, wrapped with sliced salmon, served on a lollipop, finished with a lemon buerre blanc sauce
Shrimp Skewer with Pineapple
A jumbo prawn marinated and then grilled to perfection. Served on a wooden skewer with pineapple
Pancetta Wrapped Prawn
Soy marinated prawns, wrapped with a think layer of pancetta, then grilled and seasoned with basil
Sicilian Crab Stuffed Shrimp
Succulent shrimp sauteed with celery, onion and peppers in a butter sauce then stuffed with crab and bread crumb mixture, then finished with a sprinkling of paprika
Seafood Shumai
Seafood Shumai
Diced bay scallops and sea bass cooked in a shumai wrapper with minced ginger and sesame oil
Seafood Rangoon
Seafood Rangoon
Diced prawns and crab meet fried in a wonton wrapper. Served with our housemade sweet and sour sauce
Yellow Tail Ahi Poke
Yellow Tail Poke
Fresh yellow tail ahi poke with Maui onions and a lemon wasabi drizzle
Cajun Crab Cakes
Miniature Cajun Crab Cakes
Fresh crab sauteed and served with shallot aioli and red pepper coulis
Asian Shrimp Salad
Mesquite grilled shrimp, slivered almonds, mandarin oranges, scallions, red and yellow peppers, and crispy won ton strings. Tossed with Napa cabbage and a sesame soy glaze
Firecracker Shrimp
Delicious and spicy tender shrimp, buttermilk battered and crisply fried, with our creamy red pepper fiery sauce
Tapenade with Armenian Flatbreads
An authentic Provencal tapenade with finely chopped olives, capers, anchovies and olive oil spread on gourmet Armenian flatbreads
Coconut Shrimp
Coconut Shrimp
With an apricot chutney dipping sauce
Shrimp Won Tons
Shrimp sauteed with ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame and chili oil, then deep fried. Served with soy dipping sauce
Grilled Salmon Bites on Skewers
Bite size pieces of fresh salmon in a fennel, cumin, and coriander crust with a citrus dipping sauce
Spicy Garlic Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp marinated in garlic, red pepper flakes and other seasonings then quickly grilled over a hot flame
Soy Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Soy Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Jumbo prawns marinated in soy and ginger and mesquite grilled
Herb Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Herb Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Jumbo prawns marinated in fresh herbs and garlic olive oil, then grilled to perfection over a mesquite grill
Warm Seafood Dip
Shrimp and crab with a blend of cheeses, green onions and aioli served with crackers and crusty breads
Terrine of Smoked Salmon Mousse
Served with a variety of crackers and baguettes. Can also be piped on English cucumber rounds
California Rolls
California Roll
Sushi rolls filled with avocado and crab. Served with soy, wasabi, and pickled ginger

Pork Hors d'Oeuvre
Pork Tenderloin on Toasted Baguette
Pork tenderloin on sliced baguette with aioli and topped with cantaloupe salsa
Sausage En Croute
Sausage En Croute
Gourmet sausage rounds wrapped in puff pastry and accompanied by hot sweet mustard
Black Forest Ham and Parmesan Pinwheels
Black Forest Ham and Parmesan Palmiers
Black Forest ham, hot sweet mustard, and parmesan cheese rolled together and baked in puff pastry
Sweet & Sour Pork Won Tons
Filled with pork, cilantro, green onions, soy sauce and served with homemade sweet and sour sauce
Yankee Pot Roast on Spoons
A traditional New England dish miniaturized into a single, flavorful bite
Chicken and Andouille Sausage Skewers
Chicken and Andouille Sausage Skewers
Chicken and Andouille Sausage skewered and seasoned with our Bayou Jerk Rub
Sausage, Stuffed Crab, or Mushroom Stuffed Mushrooms
With seasoned breadcrumbs, sauteed garlic and onion, parsley, and lots of parmesan cheese
Hot Artichoke Dip
A rich and creamy blend of artichokes, cheeses, spinach and bacon served with crudites, crackers, and crusty breads
Swiss and Bacon Dip
Cream cheese, Swiss cheese, green onions, crisp bacon, topped with smoked almonds and served bubbling hot with breads and carrots
Loaded Potato Skins
Delicious crispy potato skins filled with bacon, scallions and cheese. Served with sour cream for dipping
Salami and Cheese Skewers
Fresh sliced salami with hot sweet mustard, wrapped around a cube of Jack cheese and skewered with pepperoncini
Sage Sausage Bites with Balsamic Apricot Dip
Sweet Italian sausage with fresh sage rolled in Italian bread crumbs and baked. Served with a spicy sweet balsamic apricot dip
Pot Stickers
Won Tons filled with Chinese cabbage, pork, soy sauce, fresh gingerroot and green onion, simmered in chicken broth then lightly fried and served with soy dipping sauce
Tiny New Potatoes
Tiny New Potatoes
Topped with sour cream, chives, and bacon bits
Chinese Dumplings
Won tons filled with Chinese cabbage, pork, soy sauce, fresh gingerroot and green onion simmered in chicken broth and served with soy dipping sauce
Mexican Egg Rolls with Creamy Cilantro Sauce
Egg rolls filled with spicy pork sausage, black beans, tomatoes, spices, and Jack cheese lightly fried and served with a creamy cilantro sauce
Prosciutto Wrapped Crostini with Melon Salsa
Prosciutto Wrapped Crostini with Melon Salsa
Crostini toasted with Parmesan cheese, then wrapped with proscuitto and topped with cantaloupe and red onion salsa

Turkey Hors d'Oeuvre
Turkey Pinwheels with Choptle Cranberry Ribbon
Turkey Pinwheels with a Chipotle Cranberry Ribbon
California Wraps
California Pin Wheel Wraps
Gourmet Tortillas with herb cream cheese, spinach, tomatoes, and turkey breast rolled and sliced on the diagonal

Vegetarian Hors d'Oeuvre
Spinach and Artichoke Rangoon
Spinach and Artichoke Rangoon
Cheese Tray
Gourmet Cheese Tray
A variety of domestic and international cheeses served with an assortment of crackers, baguettes, grapes and apple slices
Vegetable Crudites
Vegetable Crudites
A plentiful array of fresh seasonal vegetables served with dill dip
Fresh Fruit Skewers
Fresh Fruit Skewers
Fresh Fruit Display
Fresh Fruit Display
A beautiful display of fresh fruits and seasonal berries
Brie in Phyllo Cups
Brie in Phyllo Cups
Warm brie topped with fresh raspberries
Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Vegetarian Spring Rolls
A savory Chinese appetizer filled with Napa cabbage, carrots, bamboo shoots, and fresh ginger. Served with a sweet and sour plum sauce
Tortellini Skewers
Tortellini Skewers
Cheese tortellini marinated in olive oil, fresh herbs, and garlic, then skewered with fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes
Caprese Skewers
Caprese Skewers
Marinated mozzarella with vined ripe pear tomatoes. Complimented with fresh basil and a balsamic reduction.

Zucchini Envy
Zucchini ribbon, painted with goat cheese and fresh herbs, then rolled up with fresh mint, secured with a chive and accented with a red pepper slice
Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta
Toasted baguette slices topped with vine ripened heirloom tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil. Olive oil and salt to taste
Chevre Stuffed Tomatoes
Chevre Stuffed Tomatoes
Fresh, halved tomato, stuffed with chevre spiced with thyme, garlic, and sprinkled with parsley
Asparagus Parmesan Pastry Rolls
Crisp, grilled asparagus and parmesan cheese, wrapped in a warm, golden pastry puff
Hummus Dip with Pita
Our delicious housemade hummus and tahini dip surrounded by pita triangles
Roasted Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto
Drizzled with olive oil with salt and pepper to taste, then wrapped in premium prosciutto
Bleu Cheese Creme on Belgian Endive
Creamy bleu cheese, mixed until fluffy, sprinkled with toasted hazelnuts and thinly sliced granny smith apple pieces
Baba Ganoush
A tasty spread of of roasted eggplants, tahini, and garlic
Santa Fe Wraps
Vegetarian filling with a creamy pepper jack cheese, green chiles, olives, green onions, salsa and fresh spinach wrapped in spinach and sun-dried tomato tortillas
Chevre and Sun Dried Tomato with Spicy Bagel Crisps
Chevre and cream cheese with sun-dried tomatoes and roasted garlic served with thinly sliced bagel chips that are lightly drizzled with a spicy olive oil and baked
Wild Mushroom Tartlets
Wild and button mushrooms seasoned with thyme and Parmesan cheese
Fresh Roma Tomato Bruchetta
Fresh Roma Tomato Bruchetta
Toasted baguette slices topped with pesto fresh Roma tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil
Pesto Mozzerella Bruchetta
Toasted baguette slices topped with pesto, fresh mozzarella, and a cherry tomato half
Tapenade and Sun-Dried Tomato Bruchetta
Toasted baguette slices topped with olive tapenade and sun-dried tomatoes
Grilled Shiitake Mushrooms on Skewers
Shiitake mushrooms marinated in balsamic vinegar and fresh rosemary
Vegetarian Won Tons
Ginger, garlic, mushrooms, peanuts, grated carrots & bean sprouts lightly fried, served with a hot & spicy plum dipping sauce
Pommes Frites
Individual servings of our “skinny” rosemary fries with garlic aioli
Three Cheese Turnovers with Tomato Coulis and Basil Puree
Mozzarella, ricotta, and jack cheese with roasted garlic, tomato coulis and basil puree baked in mini puff pastry turnovers
Blue Cheese Popovers
Mini popovers with blue cheese and thyme
Fried Mozzarella Bites
Fresh mozzarella breaded with seasoned breadcrumbs and lightly deep fried. Served with Arrabiata dipping sauce
Apples and Smoked Gouda in Phyllo Cups
Sauteed apples, caramelized onions, applewood smoked bacon, and smoked gouda cheese in a buttery phyllo cup
Green Chile and Jack Cheese Bites
Green chile and Monterey Jack cheese pouches served with enchilada sauce
Wheel of Brie Encroute
Puff pastry filled with warm brie cheese. Served with crackers and baguettes
Mushroom Stuffed Mushrooms
With seasoned breadcrumbs, sauteed garlic and onion, parsley, and lots of parmesan cheese
Spanikopita
Spinach and Feta in phyllo triangles
Roasted Garlic, Feta and Walnut Dip
Served warm with toasted flat bread
Cheese Fondue with Fingerling Potatoes, French Bread and Veggies
Parmesan, Swiss, and cream cheese with dry sherry, shallots, and a hint of nutmeg
Cheese Ravioli Crisps with Basil Sauce
Fresh three cheese raviolis lightly fried and served with a basil marinara sauce
Mushrooms Stuffed with Garlic Roasted Mashed Potatoes
Baked cremini mushrooms in white truffle oil and filled with roasted garlic and chive mashed potatoes
Chevre and Sun Dried Tomato Cups
Warm goat cheese topped with sun-dried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, basil, and green onion in phyllo cups
Roasted Tofu Satay
Tofu marinated in soy sesame sauce then grilled. Served with a peanut sauce
Polenta Triangles with Wild Mushrooms and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Drizzled with Balsamic Reduction
Lightly toasted polenta made with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese topped with wild mushrooms and sun dried tomatos drizzled with a balsamic vinegar reduction
Fig Filled Belgian Endive
A delicate mix of cream cheese, orange liqueur and figs on endive lettuce

Dips and Misc. Hors d'Oeuvre
Hot Artichoke Dip
Hot Artichoke Dip
A rich and creamy blend of artichokes, cheeses, spinach and bacon served with crudites, crackers, and crusty breads
Hummus Dip with Pita
Hummus Dip with Pita
Our delicious housemade hummus and tahini dip surrounded by pita triangles
Swiss and Bacon Dip
Cream cheese, Swiss cheese, green onions, crisp bacon, topped with smoked almonds and served bubbling hot with breads and carrots
Cocktail Sandwiches
Assorted varieties served on petite croissants


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