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Located in Pleasanton, CA. Catering the entire Bay Area.

Give us a call today at:(925) 485-3288

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San Francisco Bay Area
Catered Picnics

Picnic packages include serving pieces, disposable plates, disposable flatware, biodegradable cups, and paper napkins.

Service staff are available at an hourly rate.

Event Staff: $45 per hour
Kitchen Staff: $40 per hour
Bartender: $50 per hour
On-Site Chef: $50 per hour

* Five hour staffing minimum.


◊ Create a Package
◊ Themed Packages

Create a Package

Each custom package includes:

◊ Two entrées
◊ Two salads
◊ Three side dishes
◊ One dessert
◊ Seasonal fruit and berries
◊ Disposable plates, forks, cups, and cocktail napkins
Service staff available at an hourly rate. Taxes extra.
Entrées (Choose Two)
Applewood Smoked Chicken Breast Served with barbecue sauce and Thai peanut sauce on the side

Mesquite Grilled Tri-Tip of Beef Served with dinner rolls and sweet barbecue sauce

Pulled Pork Sliders Whiskey marinated pulled pork served with dinner rolls, red onion, lettuce, cole slaw, and barbecue sauce

Vegetarian Lasagna Julienne carrots, zucchini, yellow squash, creamed spinach, and roasted garlic layered with mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta and a hint of gorgonzola

Fusilli Arugula Pasta Fusilli pasta tossed in garlic olive oil with arugula, diced red onion, and cherry tomatoes with your choice of tofu or chicken

Shredded Beef and Chicken Tacos Crispy shells and soft flour tortillas available with guests' choice of shredded beef, grilled chicken breast, lettuce, shredded cheese, guacamole, diced tomato, and sour cream
Salads (Choose Two)
Traditional Caesar Salad Creamy homemade Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, and garlic croutons

Green Romaine Salad Fresh Romaine greens tossed with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, kidney beans, and croutons

Italian Salad Romaine tossed with grape tomatoes, red onion, sweet red peppers, fresh mushrooms and croutons, served with a housemade red wine vinaigrette

Asian Fusion Salad Slivered almonds, mandarin oranges, scallions, red and yellow peppers, and crispy won ton strings tossed with Napa cabbage and a sesame soy dressing

Southwest Salad Romaine and field greens, orange sections, blackberries, strawberries, fresh ciliegine mozzarella, and tortilla confetti with a jalapeno mango vinaigrette

Spinach and Orzo Salad Red onion, crumbled feta, pine nuts, and basil, tossed with olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette

Classic Macaroni Salad Tossed with a house sauce and celery, onion, bell pepper, and carrot

Potato Salad
Side Dishes (Choose Three)
Root Beer Baked Beans

Spicy Cole Slaw

Bacon Potato Salad

Barbecue Spaghetti With a pulled pork brown sugar barbecue sauce

Vegetable Kabobs Mushrooms, onion, red bell pepper, zucchini, squash, and eggplant, drizzled with balsamic reduction

Fresh Garden Vegetable Medley Julienned zucchini, Brentwood corn, and grated carrots tossed with sweet cream butter and fresh thyme

Grilled Asparagus With sea salt and a balsamic reduction drizzle

Brentwood Corn on the Cob With melted butter

Rosemary Roasted Red Potatoes

Rice Pilaf
Dessert (Choose One)
Chocolate Chip Cookies

Old Fashioned Fudgy Brownies

Traditional Apple Pie

Raspberry Crumb Squares

Sugar-dusted Lemon Bars

Themed Packages

Each package includes:

◊ Seasonal fruit and berries
◊ Disposable plates, forks, cups, and cocktail napkins
Service staff available at an hourly rate. Taxes extra.
All American
USDA Choice Cheeseburgers
All Beef Hot Dogs
Potato Salad
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Baked Beans
Fresh Baked Cookies
Country Fare
Mesquite Grilled Chicken
Sliced Beef in BBQ Sauce with Rolls
Mixed Green Salad
Potato Salad
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Baked Beans
Old Fashioned Brownies
Lemon Bars
Southern Barbecue
USDA Choice Cheeseburgers
All Beef Hot Dogs
Hot Links and Assorted Sausages
Macaroni Salad
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Southern Baked Beans
Fresh Baked Cookies
Western Barbecue
Mesquite Grilled Tri Tip of Beef
Mesquite Grilled Chicken
Mixed Green Salad
Potato Salad
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Baked Beans
Corn on the Cob
Corn Bread Muffins with Honey Butter
Apple Pie
Mexican Barbecue
Grilled Pollo Asada
Carne Asada
Flour & Corn Tortillas
Southwestern Caesar Salad
Mexican Rice
Housemade Refried Beans
Tortilla Chips
Salsa, Sour Cream & Guacamole
Key Lime Pie
Surf n Turf
New York Steak
Shrimp Kabobs
Roasted Pear Salad
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Rice Pilaf
Grilled Seasonal Vegetables
Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Garlic Bread
Chcoolate Cake with Fudge Frosting

"Thank you for going the extra mile on our special day. We are still hearing comments on the wonderful food!"

said the Dent family

"Your staff was very presentable and enjoyable to work with. The presentation of the food was beautiful. And the food was outstanding!"

said Becky

"We would like to thank you for such a wonderful job. We got great feedback from everyone on the food and the service. You will be recommended to everyone we know. Thank you."

said the Isons

"Just wanted to say thanks again and let you know how much we truly enjoyed your services and your company!"

said the Wirthgens

"Wonderful food and wonderful service. Everyone really enjoyed the event. Thanks."

said Gordon & Julie

"Thank you again for all your hard work on Saturday night. The party was a great success and I thank you and your staff. I look forward to working with you again."

said David

"I wanted to let you all know how much we enjoyed the food for my husband's retirement party in June at the Senior Center. You were all a joy to work with and I felt like I've known you all my life."

said Debbie & Stacey

"This is a long overdue thank you for delivery on an amazing dinner! All four of you were a joy to have in my house. :) The food was absolutely delicious and everyone was raving about it."

said Cindy

"Thank you so much for your delicious food at our wedding on May 20th. It was quite delicious, beautifully set up, and the smoked salmon hors d'oeuvres were an unexpected treat!"

said Mr. and Mrs. Cashmark

"The food was terrific, the presentation was out of this world, and all the staff was fabulous! You gave the chamber members a mixer to remember!!"

said Bernie
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About Us

The owner, general manager and executive chef have over 25 years of combined experience in the food service industry. We love what we do and we are dedicated to providing the finest gourmet catering at reasonable prices.

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Plan An Event

We can help eliminate the stress of planning an event. Just fill out the form with as many of the pertinent details as you can and we will contact you within 48 hours to discuss your event.

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Catering FAQs

Can I make up my own menu or make changes in your menus?

Absolutely! We love to help you create a special menu just for your party. All of the menus on this website are customizeable. You are welcome to make any additions or changes that you would prefer.

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Planning Guides

Need help planning your upcoming event? A Tasteful Affair has got you covered! We have put together a few different planning guides to assist you with any hors d'oeuvre, beverage, staffing, and wedding questions you may have.

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